Keri Smith

Unused copy of “Wreck This Journal”. Some shelf wear, but no markings inside.

Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

Florida

The international bestseller… For anyone who's ever had trouble starting, keeping, or finishing a journal or sketchbook comes this expanded edition of Wreck This Journal, an illustrated book that features a subversive collection of prompts, asking readers to muster up their best mistake and mess-making abilities and to fill the pages of the book (or destroy them). Through a series of creatively and quirkily illustrated prompts, acclaimed artist Keri Smith encourages journalers to engage in "destructive" acts--poking holes through pages, adding photos and defacing them, painting pages with coffee, coloring outside the lines, and more--in order to experience the true creative process. With Smith's unique sensibility, readers are introduced to a new way of art and journal making, discovering novel ways to escape the fear of the blank page and fully engage in the creative process.

Wreck This Journal (Black) Expanded Ed

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Watercolor Free & Easy, Eric Wiegardt, 1996. Hardcover with library binding. An older book, but in good condition. Some small areas of discoloration on the front cover and back bottom right corner (see photos). Otherwise, features beautiful illustrations in full color. 

Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

Watercolor Free & Easy

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Italian Grammar Drills, 3rd edition. In like new condition - never used. No writing or markings on inside. Some shelf wear.

Heavy Paperback (2 to 4 lbs)

Italian Grammar Drills

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Rae Missigman

Very minor shelf wear. In excellent condition, no marks inside book, no writing, spine intact, all pages present.

Discover the marks for your most authentic art!

Mixed-media artist Rae Missigman identifies herself as a "mark-maker." Ever in the forefront of her art, organic shapes and graphic marks are what give her work a sense of authenticity. With an adventurous, anything-goes attitude to expressing herself, she is just as likely to use a celery stem, a sewing machine or a cardboard tube as she is a brush, a palette knife or her own hands.

In Paint, Play, Explore, Missigman helps you discover those marks that define you as an artist, and weave them into your art in new and interesting ways. Through page after page of creative exploration, you'll become a collector of tools--traditional and unconventional mark-makers that will become an extension of your unique voice.

You'll become a tinkerer as you recycle and repurpose, striving to turn something ordinary into something extraordinary. You'll become an explorer as you draw with your non-dominant hand, create "blindly" using resists, stamp with your own handcrafted organic ink, and follow other creative prompts to widen and shape your artistic world.

Whether you're just starting your creative adventure or you're looking to break through to the next level, Paint, Play, Explore will set you in motion. Setting the tone with her upbeat vibe and joyful use of color, Missigman pushes you to find your own beautiful artistic "fingerprint" to create work that is interesting, full of life and distinctly yours...and above all, to embrace the journey.

"The shapes you choose to etch in your work, free flowing and heartfelt, are a part of what makes the art your own. Tools in hand, your marks will find you and you will begin to recognize yourself in your creations."

You're going to need a bigger creative toolbox...

.60+ mark-making tools and mediums
.23 stepped-out demonstrations on collage, one-brush painting, monoprinting, resists, transfers and other fun and versatile mark-making techniques
.4 start-to-finish projects for turning marks into inventive art

Paint Play Explore

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Cherril Doty

Suzette Rosenthal

Isaac Anderson

Jennifer McCully

Linda Robertson Womack

Samantha Kira Harding

In very good condition, practically new - I thumbed through but never used it. No markings inside book, no writing, spine intact.

Master the Fundamental Concepts of Mixed Media Art

In 101 Mixed Media Techniques, artists of all backgrounds and skill levels will learn and explore fun, cutting-edge techniques in the popular genre of mixed media art. Mixed media enthusiasts will enjoy learning the essential concepts for creating their own mixed media art—whether they are experienced in its approaches or just starting out. 101 Mixed Media Techniques features a wide variety of traditional and eclectic techniques, including drawing and painting, stamping, stitching, using photos, prepping backgrounds, working with wax, using different kinds of inks, collaging, journaling, and working with encaustics. Multiple ways to use each technique are provided to inspire and nurture creative freedom in every artist. Each technique is presented in a step-by-step format, beginning with an overview of the required tools and materials. The instructions are straightforward and approachable, so artists of all levels can master them with ease. The engaging and accessible format caters to individual learning preferences, allowing artists to focus on a single technique or several at a time. Readers will not only learn a variety of techniques, but will also discover new ideas and inspiration for using the techniques in their own projects. With so many options to choose from, 101 Mixed Media Techniques has something for every artist and is sure to inspire new forms of creativity.

101 Mixed Media Techniques

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Mark Daniel Nelson

Great resource for beginners and novices to learn to paint with acrylics. The sequel is also available on my bookshelf. In excellent condition

Pick up the Skills * Put on the Paint * Hang up Your Art

Learn all you need to know about acrylic painting as you create 50 stunning mini paintings. Following an overview of painting fundamentals, illustrated step-by-step instructions accompanied by lessons on specific techniques lead your way.



This unique book is a complete course in acrylic painting, built up from key techniques. As you progress through the sections of the book, the author demonstrates each technique with the creation of a mini painting, measuring 5-inches squared. So by the time you have worked right through to the end, you will have an amazing collection of 50 mini paintings--on board, paper, or canvas--that will be a testament to your skill and creativity.



The subject matter for these squares varies from abstracts and simple color-mixing exercises, through to figurative subjects: a flower, a sunset, a busy street scene--and many more. These can be mounted, exhibited, or simply collected in a portfolio, or given away as gifts for friends to cherish.



If you are coming to acrylics for the first time, or keen to improve your skills and sometimes daunted by the thought of filling a large empty canvas or blank piece of board, this is your ideal guide. Instead, it will free you from creative hang-ups and replace them with an addictive desire to create that next 5-inch square!

Learn to Paint in Acrylics with 50 Small Paintings

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Kathleen Staiger

An amazing resource for anyone who wants to learn to paint with oils. In excellent condition. All pages clean and present, no marks. Very minor shelf wear.

Guided Lessons for Beginners and Experienced Artists

Everything you always wanted to know about oil painting...but were afraid to ask. Or maybe you weren't afraid--maybe you just didn't know what to ask or where to start. In The Oil Painting Course You've Always Wanted, author Kathleen Staiger presents crystal clear, step-by-step lessons that build to reinforce learning. Brush control, creating the illusion of three dimensions, foolproof color mixing, still-life painting, landscapes, and portraits--every topic is covered in clear text, diagrams, illustrations, exercises, and demonstrations. Staiger has taught oil painting for more than thirty-five years; many of her students are now exhibiting and selling their paintings. Everyone from beginning hobby painters, to art students, to BFA graduates has questions about oil painting. Here at last are the answers!

The Oil Painting Course You've Always Wanted

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Felicia Slattery

80 Whole Food, Plant-Based Diet Recipes Made Quick and Easy

Plant-Based Instant Pot Cookbook

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Maxine Borowsky Junge

Kim Newall

In excellent condition. No marks in book, all pages intact, unread.

Enabling Growth, Change, and Action for Emerging Students in the Field

This is not a "how-to" book but rather about the "experience" of becoming an art therapist. The text covers issues in supervision and mentorship, contains stories by art therapy students about what they are thinking and feeling, and letters to young art therapists by highly regarded professionals in the field. The reader has the advantage of ideas and responses from both a student art therapist and an art therapist with many years' experience and is clearly intended for students aiming for a career. Chapter 1 is about students as a secret society and the importance of student colleagues. The second chapter is a short history of art therapy education, while Chapter 3 is a review of some literature potentially useful to art therapy students. Chapter 4 represents Kim Newall's journal with imagery of her internship experience as a third-year graduate student in a community clinic. For Chapter 5, art therapy graduate students in various geographical sections of the United States describe their worst and best student experiences and their most important role models. Chapter 6 is about mentoring-what it is and why an art therapist should have a mentor. In Chapter 7, twelve senior art therapists, each with many years' experience, write a personal letter to the coming generations of art therapists. The letter writers are all pioneers in the field. Finally, Chapter 8 offers a selected art therapy bibliography. This extraordinary book conveys the message "you can do this and it's worth it." The text is a much needed contribution to the field of art therapy. Students for many semesters to come will be reassured, validated, and informed. Experienced art therapists will ford valuable perspectives on supervision, teaching, and mentorship.

Becoming an Art Therapist

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Cathy Malchiodi

In good condition. Minor shelf wear; see photos. Some residue from a sticker on the bottom left corner of the back cover. Includes black and white photos.

"Revised and updated with new exercises"--Cover.

Art Therapy Sourcebook

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Rodney Yee

Nina Zolotow

Michal Venera

In good condition. No markings or writing inside.

8 Weeks of Yoga with Rodney Yee

Internationally renowned yoga instructor Rodney Yee is the instructor of more than 26 best-selling yoga videos. In Moving toward Balance, he outlines an eight-week program of yoga postures, meditation, and breath awareness designed to lead us toward the emotional and physical balance we all crave in life. Each week introduces a new category of poses--forward bends, twists, backbends, inversions shown with variations to accommodate different levels of strength and flexibility. Along with the instruction, the text explains the significance of each pose and how it contributes on physiological and psychological levels to a complete sense of balance.

At the core of Moving toward Balance is its emphasis on a home practice, enabling you to focus on what works best for your own body. Suitable for yoga students of any level, each lesson is illustrated with full-color photography and is laid out in sequential order, so there is no need to flip back and forth to follow along. There are also chapters on customizing your basic practice to address specific concerns such as lower back pain or PMS, as well as ideas to help keep your newfound practice thriving. Filled with years of Rodney's teaching expertise and more than 300 photographs, Moving toward Balance is the link that you've been searching for between the classroom and the home.

Moving Toward Balance

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Lisa Currie

In great condition. No markings or writing inside. Some sticker residue in front cover. Minor shelf wear on corners.

A Book to Fill Out Together

Welcome to Me, You, Us—the book to fill out together! This is a creative space for you to share with your friends or a loved one. Just flip to a random page and use the prompts to jot down whatever silly thoughts or sweet memories pop into your brain. Write fortune cookies to each other! Decide on your perfect theme song! Brainstorm ideas for your matching tattoos! You can fill out each page with a different friend, or complete the whole book with a special someone. And the best part? Not only will you have fun getting playful together, you’ll also end up with an amazing time capsule to look back on!

Me, You, Us

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Carley Roney

Everything you need to plan a wedding from start to finish. Includes color plates with example color schemes.

The Ultimate Source of Ideas, Advice, and Relief for the Bride and Groom and Those Who Love Them

From the #1 wedding website, this completely revised and updated edition of the classic wedding planning bible answers all of your questions, with all the latest information and tools a bride could want. 

Overwhelmed by the countless questions and details your wedding entails? Don't despair! The Knot Complete Guide to Weddings takes you step-by-step from your engagement to the big day, from the reception to the honeymoon. Inside you'll find checklists, worksheets, insider advice, and in-depth sections on:

* How to personalize your wedding
* Updated wedding etiquette
* Creating a realistic budget
* Sneaky cost-cutting tips
* Dress shopping advice
* Tips for working with florists, caterers, officiants, and others
* Invitation wording
* Vows and ceremony details
* Unique Wedding customs

Plus, all new sections on: Planning Online and Destination Weddings, and a color-coded section with over 100 vibrant photographs.

The Knot Complete Guide to Weddings

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Barrington Barber

Hundreds of drawing projects with step by step instructions for each. Teaches elements of drawing including perspective, shading, composition, shape, and combining with other media.

Everyone Can Draw

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Jessica Bishop

In like new condition, no markings inside. Very minor shelf wear.

Paperback (1 to 2 lbs)

Checklists, Worksheets, and Essential Tools to Plan the Perfect Wedding on a Small Budget

"Making sure your wedding goes without a hitch is overwhelming--especially with the added pressure of staying on budget. Whether you have $10,000 or $1,000, wedding planner and author behind The Budget Savvy Bride, Jessica Bishop, helps you set a realistic budget with the organizational tools and insider tips in this wedding planner. Vowing to help you get organized and stay sane, this wedding planner helps you say "I do" on a budget that is right for you."--Amazon.com.

The Budget-Savvy Wedding Planner and Organizer

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Robert H. Miller

Dan Bissell

Harold M. Friedman

An invaluable guide for the aspiring med student.

In excellent condition. No markings, no tears, no cracks in spine.

A Complete Guide to the Medical School Experience: by Students, for Students

Med School Confidential from Robert H. Miller and Daniel M. Bissell uses the same chronological format and mentor-based system that have made Law School Confidential and Business School Confidential such treasured and popular guides. It takes the reader step-by-step through the entire med school process--from thinking about, applying to, and choosing a medical school and program, through the four-year curriculum, internships, residencies, and fellowships, to choosing a specialty and finding the perfect job.
With a foreword by Chair of the Admissions Committee at Dartmouth Medical School Harold M. Friedman, M.D., Med School Confidential provides what no other book currently does: a comprehensive, chronological account of the full medical school experience.

Med School Confidential

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Rolina Van Vliet

In like new condition. No markings inside.

Where do you find inspiration for an abstract painting? How do you start? What materials should you use? Are composition and perspective important? These questions and others are answered in detail in this impressive book, with a clarity that guarantees success. Whether you want to purely abstract your ideas, thoughts and feelings into colour and mood, or whether you want to base your pictures on subjects that interest you, such as landscapes, flowers, or music, you will find much to guide and fascinate you here. Rolina van Vliet is an enthusiastic teacher, and she offers a brilliant insight into what makes good paintings, with 50 stunning projects, each accompanied by expert tips and a full palette of exciting and fun techniques. With help on what materials to use and how to use them, she includes many photographs illustrating different ways to create smooth, textured, collaged, vibrant, powerful and atmospheric abstract art. Beginners will love the way Rolina encourages experimentation - there are no rules, and more experienced artists will find much here to inspire them.

Abstracts: 50 Inspirational Projects

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Each page features a prompt and several elements to include in your story, to spark inspiration and creativity and encourage a daily writing habit.

In like new condition, no markings or missing pages. 

Creative Writing Guided Journal

Write The Story

Jan Chozen Bays

A Guide to Rediscovering a Healthy and Joyful Relationship with Food

Explaining how and why to apply the Zen art of mindfulness to changing our attitude toward food, an introduction to mindfulness demonstrates how it can help readers develop a healthier relationship with food, gain control over eating problems from the inside out, and re-energize a sense of pleasure and satisfaction. Original. 40,000 first printing.

Mindful Eating

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San Francisco Writers' Grotto

Po Bronson

In great condition, no markings inside. Minor shelf wear.

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