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Rockport Publishers was founded in 1984 and became part of The Quarto Group six years later. Looking for the latest in design industry trends or graphic art reference? There's a book for that at Rockport Publishers. Rockport creates beautifully illustrated source books for professional designers and artisans of all types. Rockport’s books present the best in design work from around the world and bring readers inside the world’s most talented design and art studios to see how the work gets done and the inspiration that lies behind each finished piece. |
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Manga Drawing Deluxe
Empower Your Drawing and Storytelling Skills
by Nao Yazawa
Pub Date 09 Jun 2020
Renowned Japanese manga artist, international instructor, and illustrator of the Wedding Peach series Nao Yazawa guides you step by step through all phases of manga drawing, from developing characters to creating a story line and story boards.
With this detailed guide, learn every aspect of how to draw manga, including poses, movement, perspective, and props...
With this detailed guide, learn every aspect of how to draw manga, including poses, movement, perspective, and props...
Manga Drawing Deluxe
Nao Yazawa
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Observational Sketching
Hone Your Artistic Skills by Learning How to Observe and Sketch Everyday Objects
by Mariko Higaki
Pub Date 07 Jan 2020
This title was previously available on NetGalley and is now archived.
Learn to draw by sketching what surrounds you everyday. In Observational Sketching, author Mariko Higaki—an ISDA Gold Award–winning industrial designer based in Japan—teaches you how to practice and learn to sketch by using well-established observational techniques.
Perspective, proportion, lines, shapes, shading, and many other techniques can be learned...
Perspective, proportion, lines, shapes, shading, and many other techniques can be learned...
Observational Sketching
Mariko Higaki
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Life Drawing for Artists
Understanding Figure Drawing Through Poses, Postures, and Lighting
by Chris Legaspi
Pub Date 24 Dec 2019
This title was previously available on NetGalley and is now archived.
Life Drawing for Artists teaches a contemporary approach to figure drawing that includes both the familiar poses—standing, sitting, lying down—but also how to capture figures in movement and in more dynamic and engaging positions.
Author Chris Legaspi is a dedicated, life-long artist and admired instructor who is known for his dynamic figurative drawings...
Author Chris Legaspi is a dedicated, life-long artist and admired instructor who is known for his dynamic figurative drawings...
Life Drawing for Artists
Chris Legaspi
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Universal Methods of Design Expanded and Revised
125 Ways to Research Complex Problems, Develop Innovative Ideas, and Design Effective Solutions
by Bruce Hanington; Bella Martin
Pub Date 03 Dec 2019
This title was previously available on NetGalley and is now archived.
This expanded and revised version of the best-selling Universal Methods of Design is a comprehensive reference that provides a thorough and critical presentation of 125 research methods, synthesis/analysis techniques, and research deliverables for human-centered design.
The text and accompanying photos and graphics of this classic resource are delivered in...
Universal Methods of Design Expanded and Revised
Bruce Hanington; Bella Martin
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Pub Date 14 May 2019
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Retold with stunning modern illustrations by the artist team Ale + Ale, The Time Machine is a masterpiece of invention and storytelling from the father of science fiction, H. G. Wells.
In this unabridged classic, the time-traveling protagonist is propelled by his machine to the distant year of 802,701 AD. To his horror, he finds only a decaying Earth that...
In this unabridged classic, the time-traveling protagonist is propelled by his machine to the distant year of 802,701 AD. To his horror, he finds only a decaying Earth that...
Classics Reimagined, The Time Machine
H.G. Wells
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Brand Identity Essentials, Revised and Expanded
100 Principles for Building Brands
by Kevin Budelmann; Yang Kim
Pub Date 16 Apr 2019
This title was previously available on NetGalley and is now archived.
Brand Identity Essentials, Revised and Expanded outlines and demonstrates basic logo and branding design guidelines and rules through 100 principles. These include the elements of a successful graphic identity, identity programs and brand identity, and all the various strategies and elements involved.
A company's identity encompasses far more than just...
A company's identity encompasses far more than just...
Brand Identity Essentials, Revised and Expanded
Kevin Budelmann; Yang Kim
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Rubber Band Engineer: All-Ballistic Pocket Edition
From a Slingshot Rifle to a Mousetrap Catapult, Build 10 Guerrilla Gadgets from Household Hardware
by Lance Akiyama
Pub Date 19 Feb 2019
This title was previously available on NetGalley and is now archived.
In its new pocket-size format with a rubber-band closure, Rubber Band Engineer: All-Ballistic Pocket Edition is a fun-filled book of backyard projects that's perfect for gifting.
Shooting far, flying high, and delivering way more exciting results than expected are the goals of the gadgets in Rubber Band Engineer: All-Ballistic Pocket Edition. Discover...
Rubber Band Engineer: All-Ballistic Pocket Edition
Lance Akiyama
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Bookforms
A complete guide to designing and crafting hand-bound books, from the Center for Book Arts
by Center for Book Arts, Ana Cordeiro, Celine Lombardi, Sarah Smith, Elizabeth Sheehan
Pub Date 22 Jan 2019
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Brought to you by the instructors at the Center for Book Arts, Bookforms is a comprehensive guide for making books by hand with a focus on functionality in design.
Written by the experts at the Center for Book Arts in New York, Bookforms presents all the instruction you need to craft by hand a comprehensive array of historic bookbinding styles from all over...
Written by the experts at the Center for Book Arts in New York, Bookforms presents all the instruction you need to craft by hand a comprehensive array of historic bookbinding styles from all over...
Bookforms
Center for Book Arts, Ana Cordeiro, Celine Lombardi, Sarah Smith, Elizabeth Sheehan
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Look Closer, Draw Better
Expert Techniques for Realistic Drawing
by Kateri Ewing
Pub Date 05 Mar 2019
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Capture your subjects on paper like never before. Look Closer, Draw Better will transform the way you see the subjects of your artwork, lighting the way with practical techniques in a range of mediums.
Are you looking to make a leap in the quality of your artwork? Are you looking for new perspectives on the art of drawing? Or maybe you want to bring more ...
Are you looking to make a leap in the quality of your artwork? Are you looking for new perspectives on the art of drawing? Or maybe you want to bring more ...
Look Closer, Draw Better
Kateri Ewing
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Block Print Magic
The Essential Guide to Designing, Carving, and Taking Your Artwork Further with Relief Printing
by Emily Louise Howard
Pub Date 12 Feb 2019
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Block Print Magic is an essential guide to the techniques of linoleum block printing, including 17 captivating step-by-step projects and the works and insights of talented printmakers for inspiration and visual demonstration.
Block Print Magic is the perfect reference for a wide range of printmaking enthusiasts. The easy-to-follow illustrated instruction...
Block Print Magic is the perfect reference for a wide range of printmaking enthusiasts. The easy-to-follow illustrated instruction...
Block Print Magic
Emily Louise Howard
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Layout Essentials Revised and Updated
100 Design Principles for Using Grids
by Beth Tondreau
Pub Date 08 Jan 2019
This title was previously available on NetGalley and is now archived.
A classic and essential text for designers since 2009, Layout Essentials: 100 Design Principles for Using Grids just got better with a fresh exploration of its design principles, updated text, and new photos and international graphics.
Grids are the basis for all design projects, and learning how to work with them is fundamental for all graphic designers...
Grids are the basis for all design projects, and learning how to work with them is fundamental for all graphic designers...
Layout Essentials Revised and Updated
Beth Tondreau
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Identity Designed
The Definitive Guide to Visual Branding
by David Airey
Pub Date 22 Jan 2019
This title was previously available on NetGalley and is now archived.
Ideal for students of design, independent designers, and entrepreneurs who want to expand their understanding of effective design in business, Identity Designed is the definitive guide to visual branding.
Written by best-selling writer and renowned designer David Airey, Identity Designed formalizes the process and the benefits of brand identity design and...
Identity Designed
David Airey
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Typography Essentials Revised and Updated
100 Design Principles for Working with Type
by Ina Saltz
Pub Date 08 Jan 2019
This title was previously available on NetGalley and is now archived.
Typography Essentials: 100 Design Principles for Working with Type is a practical, hands-on resource that distills and organizes the many complex issues surrounding the effective use of typography. An essential reference for designers since 2009, Typography Essentials is now completely refreshed with updated text, new graphics and photos, and a whole new...
Typography Essentials Revised and Updated
Ina Saltz
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Calligraphic Drawing
A how-to guide and gallery exploring the art of the flourish
by Schin Loong
Pub Date 13 Nov 2018
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Calligraphic Drawing, written and illustrated by artist Schin Loong, is a step-by-step guide to the pictorial side of calligraphy. Learn how to make calligraphic flourishes, then apply the technique to draw 15 different flourished animals. You'll also find instructions for embellishing letters and drawing ornamental cartouches.
In the past, masters of...
In the past, masters of...
Calligraphic Drawing
Schin Loong
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The Zoom, Fly, Bolt, Blast STEAM Handbook
Build 18 Innovative Projects with Brain Power
by Lance Akiyama;
Pub Date 20 Nov 2018
This title was previously available on NetGalley and is now archived.
Rockport Publishing's creative engineering extraordinaire, Lance Akiyama, returns again with The Zoom, Fly, Bolt, Blast STEAM Handbook, featuring 18 STEAM projects to get kids doing, thinking, and building!
There is new emphasis in education to introduce STEM and STEAM to children earlier in life, often in elementary school. Just take a look at schools'...
The Zoom, Fly, Bolt, Blast STEAM Handbook
Lance Akiyama;
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Hand Lettering A to Z Workbook
Essential Instruction and 80+ Worksheets for Modern and Classic Styles - Easy Tear-Out Practice Sheets for Alphabets, Quotes, and More
by Abbey Sy
Pub Date 16 Oct 2018
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Practice Makes Perfect!
Created by Abbey Sy, lettering expert and author of Hand Lettering A to Z, this must-have companion volume is a super-sized collection of drills, exemplars, and practice sheets for a variety of modern lettering styles, flourishes and other decorative elements, and motivational and inspirational quotes.
--Find essential how-tos for...
Created by Abbey Sy, lettering expert and author of Hand Lettering A to Z, this must-have companion volume is a super-sized collection of drills, exemplars, and practice sheets for a variety of modern lettering styles, flourishes and other decorative elements, and motivational and inspirational quotes.
--Find essential how-tos for...
Hand Lettering A to Z Workbook
Abbey Sy
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Quarto Publishing Group – Rockport Publishing
Rockport Publishers was founded in 1984 and became part of The Quarto Group six years later. Looking for the latest in design industry trends or graphic art reference? There's a book for that at Rockport Publishers. Rockport creates beautifully illustrated source books for professional designers and artisans of all types. Rockport’s books present the best in design work from around the world and bring readers inside the world’s most talented design and art studios to see how the work gets done and the inspiration that lies behind each finished piece.
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