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Take your watercolor painting beyond the studio—learn how to effectively use color and light to capture mood, create atmosphere, and convey emotion on location.Geared for beginning artists, En Plein Light & Color introduces a variety of techniques for on-location watercolor painting. Following a brief introduction to the basics of painting en plein air and an overview of the necessary tools and materials , you will learn how to choose a subject and paint a compelling outdoor composition using the subtleties of watercolor to create beautifully expressive subjects and themes.Other important topics include perspective , rendering the background and foreground, capturing both urban and pastoral landscapes , mastering color to convey weather and time of day, and much more. From choosing just the right subject to awaiting the perfect time of day, let En Plein Light & Color guide you in your artistic travels as you explore this daring and expressive medium.Painting outdoors is a rewarding, peaceful experience full of joy, adventure, and persistence. Let the En Plein Air Series guide you in your artistic travels as you explore this daring and expressive method of painting, wherever you may be.

In EARTH- THE BIOGRAPHY renowned science writers Iain Stewart and John Lynch use ground-breaking imagery and the latest scientific discoveries to explain how our unique and remarkable planet functions. After four and a half billion years the Earth is approaching old age -a perfect time to look back on an extraordinary life.Each chapter will examine one of the Earth's most powerful forces -meteor impacts, plate tectonics, the ocean, the atmosphere and ice -and explore their central role in keeping the Earth alive. These are the forces that drive our planet, the powers that shape the Earth and affect its destiny.Spectacular graphics will present the familiar in a striking new light and will allow us to go back in time to discover the critical events in the Earth's past. This lavishly illustrated book will tell the epic story of the birth, life and future end of our amazing planet.

This guide to Sri Lanka provides practical information on most aspects of travel, including health and safety advice, information on local cuisine, advice on customs and etiquette, historical and cultural information, and maps.

Lonely Planet Best of Vietnam is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on Vietnam's top experiences. Float through misty Halong Bay, hike around Sapa Valley, or bike through Hoi An; all with your trusted travel companion.

The new full-colour Rough Guide to Guatemala is the definitive guide to this fascinating Central American country. Fully updated, detailed accounts of every attraction, along with clear, colour maps, will show you everything Guatemala has to offer, from ancient Mayan cities to beautiful rainforest scenery and stunning lakes. The Rough Guide is packed full of insider tips about off-the-beaten-track destinations, hiking trails, surf spots, kayak and rafting trips and jungle walks, plus all the best hotels, cafés, restaurants and bars for every budget.Whether you're taking in the grand Mayan site of Tikal, the graceful, colonial architecture of Antigua, a traditional market or an adventurous jungle trek, The Rough Guide to Guatemala will help you make the most of your holiday.Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Guatemala.

Provides information on the region's history and culture, and offers recommendations for lodging, dining, transportation, shopping, entertainment, activities, and points of interest.

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Explores the history, geography, and culture of Vietnam; describes points of regional interest, activities, and events; and offers practical information for travelers interested in seeing the real Vietnam.

Lonely Planet: The world's number one travel guide publisher* Lonely Planet's South India & Kerala is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Float along Kerala's backwaters as the sun sinks behind whispering palms, hit the beach in Goa and watch incense-clouded evening processions around Madurai's joyful Meenakshi Amman Temple - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of South India & Kerala and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's South India & Kerala : Full-colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights provide a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, art, food, drink, sport, politics C(more...)

This edition contains new itineraries, food and drink and culture chapters and guides covering destinations off the usual tourist route. It gives information and recommendations spanning all Goa and Mumbai has to offer - lazing on the beach, and adventure off the beaten track.

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This handbook to the Mayan region presents informed advice on exploring the coral atolls, the rainforest and nature reserves and the region's colonial architecture. Also featured are insider recommendations on where to stay, eat and drink, whatever your budget, plus shopping in the village markets.

Lonely Planet Discover Vietnam is your essential guide to the country's top experiences. Explore misty Halong Bay, hike in Sapa Valley, or bike through Hoi An with this trusted travel companion. Inside, you'll find full-colour maps and images, tailored highlights and itineraries, and insider tips to save time and money while navigating like a local. Essential information, including hours of operation, contact details, and transit tips, is readily available, along with honest reviews for all budgets on dining, accommodation, sightseeing, and shopping, including hidden gems often overlooked by other guidebooks. Cultural insights enrich your travel experience, covering history, festivals, cuisine, architecture, and more. The guide includes convenient pull-out maps of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, plus over 60 colour maps. It covers major destinations like Hanoi, Halong Bay, Sapa, Hue, Hoi An, and the Mekong Delta. This easy-to-use guide, filled with inspiring photos, focuses on Vietnam's most popular attractions while also offering recommendations for both popular and offbeat experiences. Since 1973, Lonely Planet has been a leader in travel media, helping curious travellers explore the culture of their destinations. The world awaits!

Mexický Yucatán a Chiapas, Guatemala, Belize, Salvador, Honduras, Nikaragua, Kostarika, Panama. Snadno použitelné mapy + ilustrované mapy Tikalu a Chichén Itzá, nejzajímavější místa a ukryté poklady, zažijte úžasná dobrodružství, inspirující fotografie a nová kapitola s navrženými trasami vám pomohou naplánovat skvělou cestu - moře, mayské ruiny, svěží mlžné pralesy, rušné trhy a kávovníkové farmy. Poznejte se svým rozpočtem, ať je jakýkoliv, co nejvíc. Zjistili jsme to nejvýhodnější pro každý rozpočet a cestu si tedy můžete naplánovat přesně podle požadavku. Zcela nové trasy mimo vyšlapané stezky. Sestaveno autory žijícími v Jižní Americe. Množství aktivit, jako jsou trekking, rafting a surfing.

Die atemberaubende Natur der Philippinen wird in diesem Buch lebendig, das Leser zu den traumhaften Stränden von Boracay, den malerischen Anuplig Falls und den beeindruckenden Reisterrassen von Banaue und Batad führt. Es lädt dazu ein, die Schönheit und Vielfalt der Landschaften zu entdecken und die kulturellen Schätze der Region zu erleben. Abenteuer und Entspannung stehen im Mittelpunkt, während die Leser in die faszinierende Welt der philippinischen Inseln eintauchen.

Erdbeben, Hochwasser, Stürme – im 21. Jahrhundert wird die Erde von Naturkatastrophen dramatischen Ausmaßes heimgesucht. Es sind Urkräfte der Erde, die seit Millionen Jahren wirksam sind. Anhand jüngster geo-physikalischer Erkenntnisse und spektakulärer Bilder erläutern die Autoren, wie unser Planet entstanden ist und funktioniert. Jetzt ist er tödlich bedroht – und damit auch die Menschheit. Können wir die Erde noch retten – oder rettet die Erde uns?