This book describes the childhood of noted California artist Milford Zornes in the Panhandle of Oklahoma in 1908, his move to Boise, Idaho and finally San Fernando, California.Milford eventually studies with artist Millard Sheets, becomes involved with the California ScenePainters, works with the WPA during the Depression, then became an art professor at Otis Art Institute,all in the 1930¿s and very early 1940¿s.In 1943 Milford was drafted into the Army/Air Force as an official military artist, serving in China, Burmaand India. In 1945 he returns to California to greet his wife Pat and new daughter. He becomes an ArtProfessor at Pomona College and in 1951 he goes to Greenland for most of the next four years. In 1955he returns to Claremont, California and becomes the Art Director for the Padua Theater.In 1966 Pat and Milford buy the Maynard Dixon home and studio in Utah, built by famous Western artistMaynard Dixon. He spent the next few decades doing workshops there, all over the United States and inEurope. In 1998 they move back to Claremont full time.For his 100 the birthday he did a 2 hour demonstration at the Pasadena Museum of California Art in front of 250 people even though he is under Hospice care. He would die three weeks later.The book looks at his passion and focus for his art from a young age, his loss of vision and his efforts tocontinue to paint. He couldn¿t imagine life without painting.In the Los Angeles Times obituary he was described as probably the most prolific watercolorists in theUnited States. In addition to all his paintings he left a legacy of inspiring other artists through hismentorship. Milford had been recognized as a National Academician by his peers, an honor Milford heldin high regard.

Any flower lover can produce breathtaking arrangements--it's just a matter of applying the principles of good design. A lushly photographed guide to contemporary and traditional styles explains how to learn basic skills and ordinary materials. Over 30 designs are on display, with every step for producing them in both fresh and silk flowers. See how to choose the right container (baskets, clear glass, bubble bowls, tall vases) and shape (round, fan, horizontal, vertical, right triangle). Assemble your own versions of arrangements like Seasonal Delights, Springtime Garden, Summer Pitcher, Waterfall, Fruit Compote, Garden Romance, Framed Florals, Christmas Gathering, and Golden Glow. Add special effects--candles, water features, topiaries--to highlight any event from a holiday party to a wedding theme.

This innovative book explores color basics and how-to techniques for every room in the house. 16-page color insert.

This work is to be considered as merely an introduction into the realm of colors. The voluminous content of this subject is too vast, whereby the inclusion would preclude this as a cursory view of this subject. Herein included are partial listings of various categories. Indeed, the voluminous content available is far in excess to be addressed. It is the belief of the author not to make this a scholarly project so vast that it would detract from its being a basic introduction for amusement. Cultures have their own interpretation of the colors that are most prominent in their belief systems, and some common beliefs have over centuries become part of other cultures.

Your home is an extension of you. Through art, furniture, and other tokens of your time, your space tells your story. Your home reveals whether you are happy or sad, loved or lonely, content or anxious. Without an intentional touch, your home will tell a story you no longer want to live in. In The Soulful Home Design Guide, Natalia Kaylin reveals the ingredients of a soulful home, room by room. The impact of a well-designed and soulful home goes beyond pleasing your senses of beauty. It improves your chances to live a successful, happy, and full life. It boosts your creativity, nourishes your heart and soul, and indirectly improves your health. From ancient feng shui to modern environmental psychology, Natalia equips you with concepts suited for creating balanced and harmonious spaces. Once you learn to curate your space with a conscious design, you can transform your home into a beautiful, supportive environment for the next chapter of your life. Great for fans of Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin’s The Home Edit Life and Marie Kondo’s The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up, The Soulful Home Design Guide is perfect for anyone looking for tools to transform their home into the best possible environment it can be—whether it be through small tweaks or major changes. Follow Natalia’s advice, boost your creativity, and make your living space a place that nourishes your heart and soul.

"About the book" The Colors Of A Optimistic World: Habits Of Successful And Extremely Happy People. Are you often depressed or just unhappy? Is your head full of negative thoughts that are difficult to fade out? Do you often feel sad, depressed and dissatisfied? This guidebook has been written for those who want to change their mental attitude to a positive path in life. The key is positive thinking. Positive thinking has many advantages. In addition to better health, positive thinking also leads to great relationships, higher self-esteem, and a whole new quality of life with more happiness, success, and contentment. With this book you have the opportunity to learn positive thinking. The many practical tips and exercises in this guide will accompany you on your way to becoming a positive thinker.