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 ndash; or even with binoculars ndash; 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 Earths very own satellite.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful. 5 Stars for a Hard Core Fan or a MusicianBy Timothy HaughI am a dabbler in popular music. I like what I like but I by no means consider myself an expert. My knowledge of artists is also rather limited because I dont want my opinion of someones personal life to play a role in what I think of their art. To wit. I tend to stay away from biographies of popular artists. On the other hand. I make an exception for autobiographies. Im often interested in what an artist has to say about himself.Of course. technically this is not an autobiography. But it is only Paul Zollos book in the sense that he asked the questions. This entire book is a compilation of the authors interviews of Tom Petty and contains nothing but those interviews--no analysis. judgement. etc. Therefore. as a long time Heartbreakers fan. I decided to give this book a try. Im glad I did because it is a fun and interesting read.Admittedly. I enjoyed the first part of the book more than the second. I knew very little about Pettys life and hearing about his growing up and his first bands. his trip out to record his first record. was great. It was also fun to hear his opinions on his own fame and the people he met because of it. I always liked the persona he created in his music and I began to get a sense of where that came from.The second part of the book had its pleasures too but. as a very amateur musician only. there was only so much I could get from the detailed discussions of the music. songs and albums. A true musician would probably have found this much more interesting. Still. it was interesting to get some of his feelings about his own work.In the end. Im glad I read this. I really felt I got an insight into Petty. his life and work (not always the case with musicians books). Id highly recommend it to anyone with a real interest in popular music and for the Tom Petty fan. it is a must-read. of course.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Must Read for any Tom Petty Fan!By Robert KepplerPaul Zollo has given every Tom Petty fan a great gift with this book! He gets Tom to open up about the process of creating all that wonderful music and some great background stories along the way. A must read for any TP fan!!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Amazingly good read!By Amy L. StandleyIf youre a petty fan this is a must read. If this is the first time reading about tom. you will be impressed by his warmth and charm. A very frank.no nonsense guy you wish you could talk to yourself!
