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For anyone artistically inclined, observing the Moon and attempting
to sketch or paint it can easily become a passion. The Moon
presents a broad array of tone, texture, and form. Capturing this
in a painting or sketch at the eyepiece of a telescope - or even
with binoculars - develops observational skills, leaves a record of
the observation, and can also be a delightful and rewarding
pastime. However, the choice of media available is extensive
(acrylic paint, oils, pen, charcoal, etc., and even computer art
programs), and there is no existing text that fully explains all
lunar sketching and painting techniques in each respective medium.
This beautiful and graphically rich book fulfills this requirement.
It presents detailed step-by-step instructions, in the form of
illustrated tutorials for every major medium employed to represent
the Moon. It also provides practical advice on how to sketch
outdoors at night (not ideal conditions for an artist!). This is
easily the most extensive book on the subject of lunar art for
amateur astronomers, particularly those observing through a
telescope. The diverse features of the lunar surface will attract
and entice readers to review the number of different media
presented, exciting and inspiring them with the possibilities of
learning to depict all of the fascinating aspects of Earth's very
own satellite.
Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are
not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or
access to any online entitlements included with the product. Master
the art and science of foundation engineering This civil
engineering textbook shows how geotechnical theory connects with
the design and construction of today's foundations. Foundation
Engineering: Geotechnical Principles and Practical Applications
shows how to perform critical calculations, apply the newest ground
modification technologies, engineer and build effective
foundations, and monitor performance and safety. Written by a
recognized expert in the field, the book covers both shallow and
deep foundations. Real-world case studies and practice problems
help reinforce key information. Coverage includes: * Soil
classification, clay, and minerals * Moisture content and unit
weight * Shear strength * Consolidation * Terzagi's eureka moment *
Shallow foundations, stress distribution, and settlement * Flow
nets, seepage, and dewatering * Slope stability * Deep foundations
* Ground modification * Retaining walls and wall friction *
Empirical tests * Field monitoring * Ethics and legal issues
This book presents the amateur with fine examples of astronomical
sketches and step-by-step tutorials in each medium, including
pencil, pen and ink, chalks and pastels, painting and computer
graphics programs. This unique book can teach almost anyone to
create beautiful sketches of celestial objects by following simple,
illustrated, step-by-step instructions. Readers can select a
chapter related to their preferred class of object, and rapidly
learn techniques in several media. Each chapter contains useful
information regarding equipment, techniques for preserving and
archiving sketches, and suggestions for accurate record keeping.
Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are
not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or
access to any online entitlements included with the product. Master
the Latest Developments in Soil Testing and New Applications of
Geotechnical Engineering Geotechnical Engineering: Principles and
Practices offers students and practicing engineers a concise,
easy-to-understand approach to the principles and methods of soil
and geotechnical engineering. This updated classic builds from
basic principles of soil mechanics and applies them to new topics,
including mechanically stabilized earth (MSE), and intermediate
foundations. This Fifth Edition features: Over 400 detailed
illustrations and photographs Unique background material on the
geological, pedological, and mineralogical aspects of soils with
emphasis on clay mineralogy, soil structure, and expansive and
collapsible soils. New coverage of mechanically stabilized earth
(MSE); intermediate foundations; in-situ soil testing: statistical
analysis of data; "FORE," a scientific method for analyzing
settlement; writing the geotechnical report; and the geotechnical
engineer as a sleuth and expert witness. Get Quick Access to Every
Soil and Geotechnical Engineering Topic * Igneous Rocks as Ultimate
Sources for Soils * The Soil Profile * Soil Minerals * Particle
Size and Gradation * Soil Fabric and Soil Structure * Soil Density
and Unit Weight * Soil Water * Soil Consistency and Engineering
Classification * Compaction * Seepage * Stress Distribution *
Settlement * Shear Strength * Lateral Stress and Retaining Walls *
MSE Walls and Soil Nailing * Slope Stability, Landslides,
Embankments, and Earth Dams * Bearing Capacity of Shallow
Foundations * Deep Foundations * Intermediate Foundations * Loads
on Pipes * In-Situ Testing * Introduction to Soil Dynamics * The
Geotechnical Report
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