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This practical and stimulating book introduces and showcases a wide range of motoring art styles. Recognising the importance of drawing and research, it explains the key components of a successful painting, looking particularly at light, perspective, drawing ellipses and the vehicle itself. Including over 150 finished paintings with full descriptions of how they were conceived and carried out, this beautiful book is sure to inspire both artist and buyers alike, and gives a unique insight into the work of a leading motoring artist.

Painting a portrait of a child is one of the most complex challenges an artist will face. In this detailed and practical book, Simon Davis opens up his studio and explains his approach. As one of the country''s leading portrait painters, he gives a unique insight into how to render a sympathetic portrait in oils, which avoids sentimentality and captures the essence of a child, in oils. Topics covered include the importance of composition and balance, tonality and palette, and atmosphere and advice on the complete process, from first ideas to putting down the paintbrush. There are step-by-step examples of a range of children, including different ages, backgrounds and groups and an interview with fellow Royal Society of Portrait Painters artist Andrew James.

A book that brings together the scientific principles of many different modalities of stretching and its application to the general and sporting populations. It reviews static stretching, dynamic stretching, ballistic stretching, vibration platform, PNF, myofascial release, Pilates and Yoga, and, post-operative, chronic and acute injury benefits.

Copper enamelling - essentially, the melting of glass enamel grains onto a copper surface - is an exciting and fascinating technique. This book highlights the unique interactions between copper and enamels, and gives a detailed account of working with this wonderful combination.

Written by an experienced railway modeller, this is suitable for all those railway modellers who wish to authentically replicate the way goods were moved and handled on Britain's railways during the steam era.

Built around AD122, Hadrian's Wall was guarded by the Roman army for over three centuries and has left an indelible mark on the landscape of northern Britain. It was a wonder of the ancient world and is a World Heritage Site. Written by a leading archaeologist who has excavated widely on the Wall, this is an authoritative yet accessible treatment of the archaeological evidence. The book explains why the expansion of the Roman empire ground to a halt in remote northern Britain, how the Wall came to be built and the purpose it was intended to serve. It is not a guidebook to the remains, but an introduction to the Wall and the soldiers and civilians, men, women and children, who once peopled the abandoned ruins visited by tourists today.

The spirituality of a fey person may be quite anarchic and entirely private, having no basis in any organised religion. So it can be a secret spirituality that informs the fey type and this may be largely experiential. In this book, the author suggests ways in which we might understand Otherworldly realities without abandoning commonsense.

Many railway modellers include an engine shed somewhere on their layout. However, all too often the shed is squeezed into a quite improbable location and is little more than a place to 'park' engines when they are not in use. This title helps the beginner to develop a realistic approach and to capture the atmosphere of the locomotive shed.

'A practical and engaging book ... that should appeal to all those involved in the visual arts.' John Vernon Lord

They are neighbours and friends, helping each other 'prove-up' their homesteads. Both of their lands are coveted by someone who knows a secret that they don't. And that's when the trouble begins: framed for murder, both men start running with a 'shoot on sight' order ringing in their ears.

The health and quality of the horse's skin and coat are affected by a range of internal and external factors. This book aims to inform the reader how these factors can impact on the horse's wellbeing and appearance. It is written in clear, non-technical language and is suitable for interested horse owners and veterinary students.

0 gauge (scale 7mm to the foot) is the 'senior scale' and it has existed for almost as long as the hobby of railway modelling itself. This book covers the history and the benefits of 0 gauge; examines making a start in this gauge and practical layout planning and shows the modeller how to successfully create scenery and model buildings.

Explains the rich history of Japanese architectural developments from the 1920s foundation of modern architecture to contemporary permutations of modern and post-modern architecture. This book introduces the diversity of Japanese architecture and traces the evolution of its architecture in the context of domestic and international developments.

Provides a reference to the history and characteristics of the self-loading pistols that were adopted by the military forces of the nations involved in the two World Wars. This is a selection of nineteen self-loading pistols - and the firms engaged in their manufacture - during this period, together with a technical appraisal of each weapon.

Takes the combined experience and expertise of three leading detailing commentators to provide a thorough and expansive overview of automotive detailing techniques. From the pre-wash, wash and preparation stages, through machine polishing to paint protection and maintenance, this book covers every detailing stage.

Working en plein-air is a French term that means literally 'in the open air' and, although artists have been doing just that for centuries, the concept is experiencing a resurgence today. Sketchers and painters alike are leaving their studios and heading out into the open air. This book encourages you to join them.

Although most people have heard of laser-cut and 3-D printed model railway parts and kits, most modellers have little knowledge or experience of them. This illustrated book describes in non-technical language how these machines work and how railway modellers can use them to produce remarkable models for their layouts.

Riding up hills is the ultimate challenge for a cyclist. This guide deals with some best hills in Bristol, Bath, and the surrounding area. It includes a list of the top 50 toughest climbs.

Riding up hills is the ultimate challenge for a cyclist. This guide deals with some of the best hills in Cumbria and the Lake District.

A guide to strip-down, rebuild, maintenance and repair of two-stroke motorcycle engines. It covers the principles and practice of two-stroke engine work, examining a wide range of marques and road, racing and trail motorcycles.

English Electric Type 1 design, what we now know as the Class 20s, appeared in June 1957. This title looks back at the operations of these fine locomotives since 1957, covering their varied workings and duties, regional use and rail tour operations. It also covers the technical aspects and specifications of the locomotives, including liveries.

Aimed at all aspiring badminton players, this title is packed with advice on how to improve your game, including an extensive section of tips from star players. Covering both the physical and mental approach, and nutrition, and with sections on skill development, training, and tactics, it is suitable for players and coaches.

Barefoot Horse Keeping provides a practical, accessible and objective guide to barefoot horse keeping. The book draws on empirical research and the authors' twenty-five years experience delivering barefoot hoof care, saddle fitting, behavioural training and rider coaching. Topics covered include: the Barefoot philosphy; the herd and the environment; hoof trimming; diet and nutrition and equine anatomy and biomechanics.

The indigenous martial arts of the Philippines archipelago are known by a variety of names including Arnis, Arnis de Mano, Eskrima or Escrima, and are widely respected for the development of combat-effective defensive strategies and skills. The Filipino martial arts are fast and dynamic and utilise a diverse range of training methods to augment the journey towards achieving advance abilities in defending against weapons-based or empty-hand encounters. Supplemented by over 320 colour photographs, this exciting book explores the fundamental, intermediate and advanced techniques of double and single stick categories that are standard across many systems of the Filipino martial arts.

In the early 1800s, Ayrshire was already established as a prosperous, mainly rural agricultural county. The realization that there was abundant coal and (to a lesser extent) iron ore deposits to be exploited, together with the coming of the Industrial Revolution, rendered the area wide open to the 'railway mania' that swept Britain in the mid to late 1800s. The proximity of the county north to Glasgow and south to Carlisle (and thence south) made it an attractive proposition for early railway developers. Gordon Thomson explores the history and development of the railway routes in Ayrshire; how the coming of the railways changed the face of the area and supported the growth of industry. It looks at how services evolved through the eras of LMS, nationalization and privatization, and the preservation and heritage scene in Ayrshire.

European railways are characterized by a huge and contrasting range of locomotives, rolling stock, stations and infrastructure. In addition, the network incorporates standard, narrow and broad gauges, private and nationalized railways, high-speed corridors, single-track branch lines and rack systems. This book deals with European Railways.

Collage is an innovative and exciting technique that invigorates the artistic process through unusual associations and dislocated imagery. This book shows how collage can be used to portray the figure in challenging ways. It explains the fundamental techniques used to manipulate different paints.

Wiltshire is a walker's paradise with many unexpected delights. This book helps you to explore the best of this beautiful, mystical and timeless landscape.

Drawing on traditional methods, it encourages you to develop your own style and to design your own tools and creations. It includes instructions on shaping, bending, splitting and drawing down hot metal are given along with advice on traditional methods to fasten metal pieces together.

This book leads the modern traveller along some of the key medieval walking routes of Britain, taking in world-famous sites such as Canterbury and Lindisfarne in addition to out-of-the-way places along paths not so widely travelled. Each walking route has easy-to-follow directions that guide walkers step by step on a journey of discovery.