The Guild Handbook of Scientific Illustration
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| Rating | : | 4.26 (822 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0442236816 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 575 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 0000-00-00 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Not just a rehash of basic raw g skills, this section explores new materials as well as innovative techniques using traditional standbys, with an emphasis on their applicability to scientific illustration. The book closes with an appendix that lists sources for most of the tools and equipment mentioned in the text, degree programs, professional organizations, and sources of business information. From the Inside Flap The Guild Handbook of Scientific Illustration Edited by Elaine R. The book opens with
Mister Peabody said Five Stars. Good introduction to Scientific Illustration. Must have!. "The book arrived in perfect condition" according to Clara. It is what I was looking for, seams like new!I got it sooner than I expected, think in one week after purchase. "There is no greater guide to Scientific Illustration ." according to Bella. ELaine Hodges' "The Guild Handbook to Scientific Illustration" is truly a landmark as a reference and the finest on my shelf -- and I cannot count the times I've sought it since 1989 out either to clarify a client's request or as a refresher for some obscure technique (carbon dust, for example) .Even though the book is quite expensive even by reference standards (twice its price of 1989), I would purchase it again without hesitation. Truly, there is no question of hand technique that is left unanswered .If that were not enough, the volume weighs over two kilos and could also prove a formidable weapon .
She studied art at Pratt Institute and American University and majored in entomology at the University of Maryland. Hodges has also lectured, taught, and written extensively on the field. . S. Hodges is a scientific illustrator in the Department of Entomology at the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of Natural History. She helped found the Guild of Natural Science Illustrators, serving as its fi
"A landmark reference."--ASIH Journal.. This book offers expert guidance on how to produce impressive illustrations for scientific papers and publications