65871The big bad world of concept art for video games
The Big Bad World of Concept Art for Video Games: An Insider’s Guide for Students is a comprehensive book that gives aspiring artists an honest, informative, and concise look at what it takes to do just that. Author Eliott Lilly uses his own student work as a teaching tool along with personal experiences to help you on your journey. From finding the right school and getting the most out of your education, to preparing your portfolio and landing your first job, the advice and strategies Eliott offers are organized for easy reference and review. The book also features an extensive list of resources that students will find useful, as well as interviews with renowned concept artists David Levy, Sparth, Stephan Martiniere, Ben Mauro, and Farzad Varahramyan, all offering their own invaluable advice. With his firsthand knowledge about the ins and outs of the video game industry, Eliott Lilly is an exceptional guide who can help prepare you for the long journey toward realizing your ambitions.
65872The big book of cocktails : the ultimate bartender's guide with more than 400 mouthwatering mixes, shakers, and shots
Today’s growing number of cocktail drinkers will be stirred, not shaken, by this fabulously illustrated compendium of cocktail recipes and techniques. From sazerac to pimm’s cup, manhattan to oscow Mumle, whisky sour and dry martini to sidecar and blue blazer it’s all here. What are the essential ingredients and equipment needed to stock a bar.What shape of glass goes with which cocktail.What are the best methods for layering drinks, zesting lemons, or salting the rims of glasses.And what if a recipe calls for “muddling”.Graphic symbols indicate the alcohol content of each recipe and there are even some drinks without alcohol.
65873The big book of color in design
This book focuses on color as a tool to create moods and symbolic images.The book is categorized into 30 different sections, such as “classy,” “hot,” “regal,” or “corporate.” Each section features current graphic design projects that fit into these moods.
65874The big book of dashboards : visualizing your data using real-world business scenarios
The Big Book of Dashboards presents a comprehensive reference for those tasked with building or overseeing the development of business dashboards. Comprising dozens of examples that address different industries and departments (healthcare, transportation, finance, human resources, marketing, customer service, sports, etc.) and different platforms (print, desktop, tablet, smartphone, and conference room display) The Big Book of Dashboards is the only book that matches great dashboards with real-world business scenarios.
65875The big book of English gardens : 7th ed.
It showcases a curated collection of beautiful gardens across England. It highlights landscape design styles, seasonal planting ideas, and historical garden features. The publication offers inspiration through photography and expert commentary, celebrating the artistry, heritage, and diversity of English horticultural landscapes.
65876The big book of letterheads
Although email has overtaken written communication in business, letterhead design is just as vital as ever. Since business letters are mailed less frequently, each one sent has the opportunity to have a greater impact on the reader that it would have in the pre–internet era. Today"s designers are challenged to create a letterhead (and letterhead set) that will accomplish the following: make a positive first impression for the business; be an appropriate design for the firm"s personality and corporate culture; and leave a lasting impression in the mind of the recipient. In addition, the "letterhead set" will usually contain an envelope–one which ideally says "open me first." THE BIG BOOK OF LETTERHEADS includes nearly 400 letterhead sets, all selected for their ability to inspire the reader and provide countless brainstorming ideas.
65877The big book of philosophy
This book will serve as an excellent introduction to philosophy for newcomers, and of course people who've pondered philosophical questions for a while will benefit from it too. The only caveat is that the emphasis is heavily on Western philosophy, with other traditions mainly just being touched on. But still, go for it! In a vast sea of philosophy books, this is among the best broad surveys I've found.
65878The big book of Spider-Man Trivia
This section compiles interesting questions, facts, and information surrounding Spider-Man, from Marvel comics, characters, storylines, to behind-the-scenes creation, for fans and collectors.
65879The big book of team motivating games : spirit-building, problem-solving, and communication games for every group
The big book of team motivating games is a fine pick for any company interested in games that improve team cooperation and communication. These games can be used at staff meetings and to increase interaction among staff members, and offers games that can be played in or out of the office. Any business library will find this a fun, different survey.
65880The big book of team-building games : trust-building activities, team spirit exercises, and other fun things to do
Chapter 1: Icebreakers: Getting to know each other better; Chapter 2: Who are we? Creating team identity; Chapter 3: What can teamwork achieve? Demonstrating its value; Chapter 4: Who can trust? Building mutual support; Chapter 5: How should we proceed? Setting team goals and morms ..