North Light Books imprint: 463 books
Create Perfect Paintings
An Artist's Guide to Visual Thinking
Language: English
Release Date: April 17, 2017
The Ultimate Resource and Reference Guide for Artists!
Discover an innovative self-critique method that will empower you to answer the artist's most common questions, Now What? and Is it Finished? as you learn to identify and overcome painting issues faced by artists regardless of medium or...
Art Journey - Abstract Painting
A Celebration of Contemporary Art
Language: English
Release Date: May 18, 2017
An Inspired Collection of the Best of Abstract Art!
Abstract art is a visual language--a riot of color, a profound explosion of texture and shape, a quiet collision of forms. Dynamic works of art can showcase pastel painting, showcase watercolor flowers, or even build off pen and ink drawings....
Creating Abstract Art
Ideas and Inspirations for Passionate Art-Making
Language: English
Release Date: September 3, 2014
Celebrate your own nonconformist place in the world of art.
Going far beyond standard notions of developing an abstract "style" or particular "look," Creating Abstract Art unleashes the numerous possibilities that abound in your creative subconscious. Familiar obstacles...
Calligraphy Magic
How to Create Lettering, Knotwork, Coloring and More
Language: English
Release Date: May 6, 2011
Transform ordinary handwritten pieces into unique, artistic keepsakes, Calligraphy Magic makes the art of decorative lettering fun and achievable-even if you're a beginner.
Take it one simple pen-stroke at a time. Following Cari Buziak's clear visual instruction, you'll learn how to embellish...
Keeping Secrets in Your Art Journal
From Raw Art Journaling
Language: English
Release Date: October 28, 2011
To keep a meaningful journal, you need to feel comfortable and believe your secrecy is respected, right? If so, you have two options. You might choose to journal in a way in which your secrets are hidden away forever—from everyone, including yourself—lock them up and throw away the key! Or perhaps...
by Claudia Nice
Language: English
Release Date: May 7, 2001
Language: English
Release Date: May 7, 2001
Keep a sketchbook journal and explore your world, preserve your thoughts and celebrate life!
More than a diary of written words, a sketchbook journal allows you to indulge your imagination and exercise your artistic creativity. It is a personal, private place where you have unlimited freedom...
by Don Marsh
Language: English
Release Date: March 15, 1996
Language: English
Release Date: March 15, 1996
Make your first steps in calligraphy fun and rewarding!
You'll be delighted at how easy this guide makes it to address invitations with a touch of class, send unforgettable greeting cards, and craft unique and meaningful gifts.
With Don Marsh's simple and straightforward instruction, you'll...
Collage Discovery Workshop
Make Your Own Collage Creations Using Vintage Photos, Found Objects and Ephemera
Language: English
Release Date: November 24, 2003
Unlock the Artist Within
Collage is the perfect medium to help you unleash your creative potential. You can gather materials from just about anywhere, glue them down on a surface and magically create a work of art. There are no mistakes, only discoveries. What could be more exciting?
In...
No Excuses Art Journaling
Making Time for Creativity
Language: English
Release Date: December 2, 2013
Kiss those excuses goodbye!
"I don't have time."
"I don't know what to journal about."
"I can't keep the momentum going."
Sound familiar? What are your excuses for not spending time with your art journal? Get ready to cast those excuses aside because Gina Rossi...
Bent, Bound And Stitched
Collage, Cards And Jewelry With A Twist
Language: English
Release Date: May 7, 2008
Bend, Shape and Stitch Your Creative Urges Into Expressive Works of Art!
Dig out your craft supplies and dust off that forgotten stack of scrapbook papers. In the pages of Bent, Bound, and Stitched, the author of the wildly popular Collage Lost and Found shows you how to cut, glue and sew your...
Doodle Art and Lettering with Joanne Sharpe
Inspiration and Techniques for Personal Expression
Language: English
Release Date: March 8, 2017
Discover the Joy of Doodle Arts and Lettering and Create Your Own Exuberant Art!
Energize your soul and soothe your spirit with the fun and colorful doodle and lettering techniques inside Doodle Arts and Lettering With Joanne Sharpe. Using her popular, playful style, Joanne is back with lessons,...
by Barbara Bradley
Language: English
Release Date: October 13, 2003
Language: English
Release Date: October 13, 2003
Draw Natural and Believable Clothed Figures
In Drawing People, award-winning illustrator and instructor Barbara Bradley provides all the information you need to render clothed human figures with energy, detail and control.
Bradley begins by teaching the basics of any drawing, including...
by Barbara Lewis
Language: English
Release Date: December 1, 2011
Language: English
Release Date: December 1, 2011
Torch-Fired Enamel Jewelry for Beginners combines beading and wire-working techniques with the intense beauty of torch-fired enameled beads. Metal becomes your canvas as you learn the basics of enameling with a torch, then create five exquisite pieces, including a bracelet, ring, necklace and two...
by Barbara Lewis
Language: English
Release Date: December 1, 2011
Language: English
Release Date: December 1, 2011
Torch-Fired Enamel Jewelry, Bracelets combines beading and wire-working techniques with the intense beauty of torch-fired enameled beads. Metal becomes your canvas as you learn the basics of enameling with a torch, then create five exquisite bracelets. Find out how easy it is to create unique and...