Centuries ago; Williamson Valley Road began as a game trail for native inhabitants. In the 1400s; ancestors of the Yavapai and Hualapai hunted along ancient footpaths. Later explorers widened these paths for horses. The 1800s brought military wagons transporting supplies between the Rawlins; Hualapai/Tollgate; and Fort Whipple camps while traders and settlers followed in stagecoaches. The fertile lands of Mint Valley; Williamson Valley; and Walnut Creek were ideal for raising stock and produce. Farmers sailed from Europe and up the Colorado River before traversing the Hardyville Toll Road. Ranchers imported the fittest stock and exported the finest meat with the expertise of Mexican ranch hands. Camp Wood timbermen met the demand for lumber. Eastern store owners set up shop as railroaders laid far-reaching plans but short-reaching rails. Residents in the early 1900s arrived at rodeos; camp meetings; concerts; and dances in their Model Ts using this road. Present-day suburbanites; schoolchildren; and contractors commute on Williamson Valley Road; which was designated as a Scenic and Historic Route in 2010.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. greatBy Russell KatuinVery informative and well written; I would recommend this to any designer / Illustrator. I am learning so many new techniques.1 of 2 people found the following review helpful. ExcellentBy SyllogismThis is the second book in his series of digital painting books. It seems like he took the first book and just added more specifics on how to achieve certain goals in regard to virtually every technical aspect he sees as critical to successful digital art. I believe it will be a very valuable resource as a reference. His art work throughout the book is also gorgeous and inspirational to boot. Looking forward to the advanced techniques book now.
