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Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards is an entirely new, definitive reference work for everyone involved with landscape architecture, design, and construction. Based on the 70-year success of Architectural Graphic Standards, this new book is destined to become the "bible" for the landscape field. Edited by an educator and former president of the American Society of Landscape Architects, it provides immediate access to rules-of-thumb and standards used throughout the planning, design, construction and management of landscapes.
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Customer Reviews:
Invaluable Resource.......2007-08-20
This book is essential for all Landscape Architects and designers and I highly recommend purchasing this latest printing. This book contains everything a designer needs for information and industry-wide standards that are used everyday as well as some that are not used everyday - this book puts it all together into one concise reference that should be kept within arms reach at all stages of the design process. I currently work with the author and he is extremely knowledgeable and experienced. Even if you have previous editions of this book, get this edition as it has been updated with current standards.
Outstanding resource for landscape architects (and students too).......2007-05-05
Leonard Hopper has done a tremendous job of compiling an immense amount of information that covers a broad expanse of topics relevant to landscape architecture, from site analysis to the design of zoo exhibits and everything in between. One of the book's best and most useful features is the enormous compilation of detailed construction diagrams for all sorts of site elements. To top things off, the entire book is very well organized and easy to use.
For years the only book with similar information was Time Saver Standards, which I have always found to be difficult to navigate, poorly organized, and lacking in the kind of detail I really need. Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards is a FAR better book.
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The workbook.......2007-08-04
I bought the workbook to help me study med-surg. We use a different med-surg text book at my school but i but i got this book to use as a study guide. I have to say that I LOVE THIS BOOK. It helps me learn vocabulary and there are plenty of excercises to help you learn the material. I highly recommend this book.
School book.......2006-02-28
This is for school but so far it has a lot of information in it. I will be using it for a couple quarters
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Edward Hopper: A Catalogue Raisonne
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ASIN: 039303786X |
Book Description
The definitive, complete catalogue of Edward Hopper's oils, watercolors, and illustrations published in a magnificent three-volume boxed set.
First published in 1995 at $750 and now available at one-third that price, this extraordinary collection includes essays on Hopper's place in American art, all his illustration work, 350 watercolors, 360 oils, related texts, and an easy-to-reference Windows CD with provenance, bibliographies, exhibition histories, and excerpts from the artist's own sketchbooks. 3 volumes boxed with Windows CD. 1,500 illustrations, 600 in color.
Customer Reviews:
Better Values Elsewhere.......2007-09-05
If you love Edward Hopper and must have the complete works, you'll buy this regardless of what I say. But if you are just a fan and want to see a bio and highlights there are better compendiums out there. While these books are bound well, the paper could be better quality as could the color reproduction. The biggest drawback is that the books don't lie flat for better viewing.
Again, if you want the complete, historical Edward Hopper - I'd consider this. But for the money and for someone who just admires his more popular works, there are better, and less expensive choices.
Book Description
Professional studio potter Robin Hopper, drawing from nearly 50 years of experience, offers a wealth of ceramic surface decoration possibilities - some rarely ever exposed - in this brand new all-inclusive guide! The expansive range of techniques provided in Making Marks, together with the straightforward tips for successful use, is a formula guaranteeing remarkable results for potters, teachers, students, collectors, or anyone with an interest in ceramics.
From the fundamentals (basic approaches to drawing, color theory, glaze development, and spatial development) to the clay processes (decoration with tools, adding and removing marks, and use of liquid and color clays), and from the pigment processes (variables of colorants, brush, stamp, spray, and pencil marks, and resistance techniques) to the glazing and firing processes (glaze application methods, heat and flame, vapor and fume, and multiple fired surfaces), this guide contains everything readers want and need to know. Never has there been a more complete guide on decorative techniques for ceramic surfaces!
Customer Reviews:
Checking for stars!.......2007-06-20
Hi,
I am the author of this book. The first review in the list of five gives a glowing report and yet rates only one star! I feel that this is a mistake. All the other reviews give the book five stars. This might be detrimentally affecting sales. I feel sure that the reviewer did not intend the single star rating with the review that he or she has given.
Perhaps you can check this out. Thanks
Must have for your library.......2006-11-10
Not only is this book filled with beautiful color photographs and illustrations, it's packed with practical information for both beginner and advanced potters. Even non-potters who have an interest in pottery will find it an excellant source for understanding the the technical and aesthetic basics of surface decoration. As a potter and a pottery teacher, I find myself going back to the book frequently for information and ideas.
A great reference for both beginners and advanced potters.......2006-02-18
Making Marks is an excellent reference book that both beginners and advanced potters can benefit from. It delves into all aspects of potting, and not only illustrates the results that can be achieved, it provides the "how to" for many of the processes. Any potter who has this book in their library will never run out of ideas for creating unique pieces.
Books like this one - a definite necessity !.......2005-08-11
This is an exciting book, it is not just about painting marks on surfaces. The list of options is quite comprehensive from liquid slips, clay colour modifications, carving, underglazes, slip-trailing, lustre-ware and of course impressions and incisions made by tools. Robin Hopper is a master of clay due to the years he has be absorbed by it. He has used good quality work by various potters to display the different forms of decoration.
Surface decoration is always something you need to think in advance about before making the piece. You need to be clear what you want to see in the end, these choices will affect how smooth you want the surface to be and of course the decoration needs to be a custom-fit aesthetically for each piece. Discourse about these matters is found throughout the book.
Glaze technology is discussed in this book, though not to the depth a total beginner would like - total knowledge could be gained in a technical course.
This is one of those books that you can keep using as your understanding grows depending on where you are. Always interesting and inspiring to read about other surace decoration forms gaining knowledge all the way.
This book would also be good as a guide in a set course, chapter by chapter you could do projects eg Chapt 1: Drawing, Chapt 2: Sign & Symbol, Chapt 3: Pattern & Space, Chapt 6: Marks of Slash, Scratch, Carve & Cut etc.
All in all, a wonderful storehouse of so many ideas to have at hand !
For the dabbler or those needing inspiration to try something new.......2005-07-09
While I'm relatively new to the art and craft of pottery, I beginning to find my own voice in my work. This book is helping me to think about differnet ways to express myself in my work. While I will probably never go out and buy a sand blaster or work with lusters, I know I have the inital reference source I need should I decide to go that way.
Possibly one of the most valuable (but not necessarily exciting sections) is his intial discussion of drawing and line. I come from a background of hard science (chemistry) and know little of formal art or the principles of "line." He explains why this is important and how to start thinking about it.
Finally, the book is a visual orgy. My husband (non potter) and I frequently sit and flip through the book to look at the examples of the various works. It becomes intoxicating. We can sit and discuss what makes one peice have that "come hither" look while another, while technically excellent, has little or no appeal to us. It has become a spring board for me in terms of astectics.
While this book will not teach you how to sand blast or give you important clues about the proper layering of airbrushed glazes, it will help you think about all of the different types of marks you can make on clay and choose the ones that call to you.
Book Description
In some sections of the ceramics industry, more has developed in the last 45 years than in the previous 4,000. To address new information and possibilities presented by advances in the industry, noted ceramist, teacher, and author Robin Hopper has updated and simplified where necessary Daniel Rhodes' seminal book on fundamentals of ceramic technology. This revised and expanded edition adheres closely to the editions published in 1957 and revised in 1973, with added sections devoted to health hazards and computer calculation programs and increased color information and expanded photographic images of both historical and contemporary work.
-250 color photos plus numerous illustrations and charts.
-New sections on health hazards, computer calculation programs.
-Expanded color information.
Customer Reviews:
THE best book on clay.......2007-06-07
This is the best book to start with and never part with if you are a clay artist.
Definitive reference book.......2005-10-07
Everything you ever wanted to know - and more - about clays and glazes. If you just want a quick introduction to the topic, you should skip this book. If you want a well-written, very thorough, and very clear explanation of basic ceramic principles, this is it. If you want to go even further, delving into the intricate complexities of specific clay and glaze formulations, that's all here too.
book was used for school.......2005-09-29
this book is quite informative of clays, glazes, colorants, temperatures and many little details that a ceramicists needs in order to experiment and produce different effects with various materials. this books is very helpful and easy to read..
Very good textbook for the ceramics course I'm taking.......2005-09-24
Very good book that's being used for text in my husband's ceramics class. A good book for anyone having questions about pottery, clay ans glaze
An amazing text.......2001-01-21
This is a great introduction into clay and glazes for anyone with even the slightest interest in the medium. It's easy to read and gives tremendous amounts of information. I'll be referring to this text for years to come.
Book Description
Functional Pottery, the best-selling pottery reference first published in 1986, has been extensively revised and updated to include more than 250 color photos as well as hundreds of black and white photos and illustrations. Covering historical as well as contemporary pottery, this acclaimed and inspirational book presents both philosophical and practical experiences from the 43-year pottery-making career of Robin Hopper, one of North America's most recognized ceramic artists.
Perusing this book is like having a ceramic museum, art gallery, encyclopedia, and master potter at hand, teaching and inspiring at the same time. Beginning with a view of the historical development of pottery, the book presents a wide discussion on the aesthetics of form and design. Also addressed are the mechanics of making and the practical solutions to functional design in pots for eating, drinking, storage, pouring, cooking, serving, and pots for rituals and contemplation. The recent work and short biographies of 16 internationally recognized ceramic artists are showcased in the Portfolio section.
Customer Reviews:
Functional Pottery; Form and Aesthetic in Pots of Purpose.......2000-07-04
I found Functional Pottery to be a pleasant surprise for the most part, although I was mildly disappointed by the more practical sections of the book. Roughly the first half of the book provides an interesting historical and cultural review of functional pottery, which went beyond what I had anticipated from the title and general description. A portion of the second half of the book focused on the mechanics of particular forms of functional pottery. This portion, which was my particular interest in buying the book, was a little less thorough and extensive than I had hoped. For the beginner/intermediate potter specifically interested in practical advice and detail regarding the mechanics of functional pottery forms, the material in the book, while useful, may not go far enough. I recommend this book as a general overview, keeping in mind that the scope of the book covers a broader range of topics than implied by its title, and that only sixty pages of the book are dedicated to the practical considerations and mechanics of designing and creating functional pottery.
For potters concerned about form and function.......2000-07-04
This book is an excellent addition to my collection of pottery books. This book deals with the more technical side of pottery. This book is for people who have accomplished throwing but want to take it to the next level. The book covers everyhting from history of pottery, to correct proportions, and also has artist bio's. Excellent book, i rate it 12 out of 10.
Book Description
This reliable resource presents a thorough and concise presentation of basic pharmacology. Written at the appropriate level for pharmacy technician students in any type of programs and for those being trained on the job, it features a full color design that fully engages the reader along with many unique features that make learning more interesting and more meaningful. Instructor resources are available; please contact your Elsevier sales representative for details.
Customer Reviews:
Basic book but missing a lot of info........2007-10-12
This book has some good points but is missing a lot of basic info. As a tech who has been working in a pharmacy for over 15 years I looked through this book and used it to help several of our pharmacy clerks go through school to get their tech license. The text does not list any narcotic drugs except briefly when discussing the schedules. There are great pictures but the text does not go into enough detail on pharmacology or side effects of drugs. The workbook is just a repeat of the textbook and seemed very basic and elementary to me. The questions at the end of the chapters were just repeated in the workbook. I also found several questions to be ridiculous. I also got a copy of the instructors testbank and found it silly, most of the questions were very basic and not anything a technician really needs to know. There were no questions on side effects or dosing and very few on pharmacology. While this book has lots of pretty colors and pictures it is greatly lacking. if you want to be anything more than a basic pharmacy clerk who works the front counter I would suggest you try another text.
Text Books are the way to go..........2007-07-01
There are a lot of people out there with on the job experience in broad career paths. Text books are very useful, no matter what your goal, or study method. Some things you learn and forget, this book explains everything. From terms to dosage calculations. I recommend this book to anyone seeking a certification as a pharm tech. It helped me.
Easy on the eyes and on the mind for a text book........2006-06-20
This is a great stand alone basic text. It covers the info you need and more. The best part is that while this text is not exactly a page turner, it is well written and the colorful layout will help keep you awake through the boring details. The topics range from basic human biology and disease processes to laws related to pharmacology to history and procedures in hospitals and retail pharmacies. What is missing from this text and ALL the others that I have seen is the more meaty information on insurance processing and DEA audits. (While not a must for passing the certifying exam, it is essential to working in retail pharmacy.) The free CD on drugs and herbs is interactive for the web and is probably worth $20 by itself. I also bought the work book, which I recommend. If I were teaching Pharmacy Technicians at a community college, this is the basic text I would use because the layout and flow keep the miind engaged. I am a nurse and have an AAS.
Book Description
Appeals to the international ceramics community - including more than 8,000 members of The American Ceramic Society
Easy-to-understand techniques and inspiring ideas from an internationally known master artist, teacher and arts activist
Brilliant full-color photos showcase finished pieces, ideas and instructions ceramists can easily apply to their own work
Master artist Robin Hopper opens the door to his more than 50-year exploration of ceramics, and ceramists from every area of the field benefit from this intriguing "best of" guide. Through Hopper's innovative insight and personal reflection, ceramists learn the "hows" and "whys" behind his artistry. The book also provides a portrait of the artist, and the fascinating journey of his life, presenting readers with a true compilation of this master artists' life work. This book: *Brings ceramists into the mind of a renowned artist, inspiring and encouraging artists to push themselves further in their work *Introduces readers to the man within the legendary artist *Inspires ceramic artists on topics including form, surface, function, design, development and themes
This is the one book every ceramic artist should have in their studio to inspire, educate and encourage them to always explore!
Customer Reviews:
Robin Hooper.......2007-05-12
I thought this book was great. Robin gave very good background history of his life in ceramics and his views on what he created on his long career.
I loved the pictures and his instruction on how to be the best in what you make. I have read the book cover to cover a few times and have still learned more after a second and problably a third look.I have tried a few of his ideas and had fun which I think ceramics is all about.
The Best.......2007-03-24
Although much of this book is a compliation of his former books, it encompasses his personal and professional history as well as his philosophy, recomendations on style, and insights about pottery, designs and life.
Every potter, and colector of pottery shoud read and own this book.
A terrific addition to any potters library.......2007-03-19
This book is great. Robin Hopper shares his unique background with the reader and the thought processes that have gone into shaping his life and career. His down to earth approach to doing the work he loves so much was a joy to read. The technical information in this book and the way he presents it with illustrations and examples is great. The experienced potter as well as the beginner will enjoy this book.
Robin Hopper's "Lifetime of Works".......2007-02-08
I am a potter. I make pots. I make a bunch of pots. I am always open for improvement, assistance, and suggestions. And I am very glad I added this book to my personal library!
Robin Hopper writes very simply about the various stages of making pottery. He profusely illustrates his techniques with photos and drawings, making the book itself a work of art. It is a pleasure to read, and an inspiration for all potters who want to learn to be better at it.
Hopper offers tips on every phase of making pots, from sketching, through preparing the clay, to making glazes. His examples are beautiful, and the descriptions are clear and concise.
If you're in one of those inevitable "slumps," I suggest Robin Hopper's "Ceramics: A Lifetime of Works, Ideas, and Techniques" to break you out of the clay doldrums and into new territory.
Pottery.......2007-01-23
I have several of Robin Hopper's books and I have enjoyed them all immensely. I am able to find any type of info I need from these books. Well laid out, good explanation and very very useful information for a home studio potter. Cheers, Cheryl
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1712 North Crescent Heights: Dennis Hopper Photographs 1962-1968
Dennis Hopper
Manufacturer: Greybull Press
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ASIN: 0967236657
Release Date: 2001-10-02 |
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Los Angeles, the 1960s. Caught in the gaze of a most unique eye were a cast of the soon-to-be-reckoned-with second-generation Hollywood, future legends, friends and family. Everyone hanging out, working together, crossing lines between fantasy and reality, fashion, film, art, music, and life. Brooke Hayward gave Dennis Hopper a camera in 1962, shortly after the birth of their daughter Marin, and it was with this gift that he documented all that went on in and around his eclectic, bohemian home. He photographed family and friends like Jane Fonda and Roger Vadim, artists like Jasper Johns, musicians like Ronnie Specter and Ike and Tina Turner, the early fashions of Rudi Gernreich, and on and on and on. 1712 North Crescent Heights, edited by Marin Hopper, designed by Dimitri Levas and including a conversation between Marin, Brooke Hayward and Dennis Hopper, is an intimate collection of never-before-seen photographs from this vibrant and uniquely personal time. A subtle glimpse into a brief but tantamount time in their lives. A time that would forever be lost with the arrival of Easy Rider.
Customer Reviews:
Intriguing Images.......2002-05-28
These intriguing images, which range from sun-drenched to claustrophobic, have a dreamy quality, like a silent film. The photographs capture a graciously Bohemian culture that foreshadowed 1960's counterculture, and they faintly hint at the stylish decadence of 1920's Hollywood. They depict a time when the western regions of Los Angeles were both urbane and pastoral--a time when a starlet such as Tuesday Weld could feel comfortable driving on city streets in an open convertible--a time before personal style had degraded to the level of shaved heads, jauntily oriented baseball caps, and lapses in grooming. In photo number 120, the "Sunset Strip Riot" at Pandora's Box kicks off the 1960's upheavals that would be precisely defined by Dennis Hopper's Easy Rider just three years later. This photo is shot at the corner of Sunset Boulevard and Crescent Heights, just down the road from the Hopper residence. In the background of the photo, behind the street action, is the site of The Garden of Alla, demolished 7 years previously, and perhaps the most prominent meeting place for the graciously Bohemian Hollywood crowd of the 1920's.
Book Description
Now in its 17th edition, this annual favourite is bigger and better than ever. Loved for its distinctive style and honest tell-it-how-it-is commentary; relied on for its comprehensive coverage of all the islands and how best to travel to and between them; and trusted for the accuracy of its material – Greek Island Hopping is the ‘island hopper’s bible’ that readers keep coming back to again and again.
· Covers all the islands as well as Athens and all mainland ports.
· Island Ratings, colour 3D-view sightseeing maps, 100 colour photographs
· Regular online updates available at www.greekislandhopping.com
This is the only guide that describes all known ferries, hydrofoils and tour boats, with over 230 route maps. It shows the location of over 1800 places to stay and provides street maps for most of the smaller islands.
Customer Reviews:
Helping my wedding guests plan their trip to Greece!.......2007-05-19
We are getting married on a Greek island next summer and are helping our wedding guests plan their itineraries. This book is SO helpful because it shows available transporation for EVERY Greek island. This book has been so helpful!!!!
Required for island travel........2007-03-25
Everybody is always asking "is there a ferry to...?" And the answer is usually the same: if you can't stand on the dock itself and inquire, do the next best thing and read this unique, comprehensive book.
The book gives the schedule for every island and for the various mainland locations. You also get an overview of the various route patterns. This is especially valuable given the somewhat random nature of the schedule of Greek ferries. The route patterns and timings are key for planning a general strategy to serious island hopping.
Beyond this basic information, the annual guide offers wonderful gossipy reviews of individual boats, companies, and the changing picture of ferry travel from year to year. There are also little intros to the various islands. These island reviews are notable for detailed maps of the port cities showing where the boats land and the location of selected hotels. Note that: many islands have more than one location for the boats to dock. You could wind up a hundred yards or more away from where you need to be. With this guide you'll not be surprised.
Even ferry schedules published on site in Greece are notoriously "selective" in their accuracy, so how good can this book be? Obviously, I've not checked everything, but for the (very) few journeys I and my friends have taken, it has proved accurate.
So I would absolutely rely on this for planning a trip, but in no way rely on it day to day when I was in Greece. Go to the ferry agents or perhaps to the dock itself. Double check WITH THE SPECIFIC COMPANY YOU ARE USING, because what company A tells you about Company B is next to useless. Bear in mind that schedules do reduce in the off season.
Bottom line: this book is essential. Rough Guides call it "superb, user-friendly."
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