Splendor of Marble
Splendor of Marble

Author: Karen Pearse

Publisher: Rizzoli Publications

Published: 2020-06-23

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 0847863697

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The first book to examine the many ways this beautiful stone can be incorporated into a home environment, describing the unique nature of marble and the leading role it plays in the best of interior design today. For spectacular drama, fabulous luxury, or simply the warm glow of organic textures, colors, and patterns, marble is like no other natural material. Marble has been favored by architects and designers for millennia, and as this book attests, the love affair with marble continues today. Featured are rooms showcasing marble by many of the world's most prominent decorators, including Kelly Wearstler, Vincente Wolf, Juan Pablo Molyneux, Bjarke Ingels, Ryan Korban, Martyn Lawrence Bullard, Robert Kime, the Haas Brothers, and Joseph Dirand, among many others. This is the first book that explores the many ways marble can bring color, pattern, and warmth to the home, as well as the vast array of beautiful types of marble that are available. It is a hugely popular material for home kitchens and bathrooms in particular, but it also is incorporated in outdoor patio spaces, hallways, and stairwells, even living rooms. All are featured here in gorgeous images, providing new inspiration for design lovers.

What is Marble
What is Marble

Author: Prof. Dr. Bilal Semih Bozdemir

Publisher: Prof. Dr. Bilal Semih Bozdemir

Published:

Total Pages: 539

ISBN-13:

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Marble Mining: Unearthing the Beauty of Nature Introduction to Marble What is Marble? The Geological Formation of Marble Marble Deposits Around the World Major Marble Producing Countries Marble Quarrying Process Selecting the Quarry Site Drilling and Blasting Extracting the Marble Blocks Transport and Storage of Marble Blocks Processing Marble into Usable Forms Cutting and Shaping Marble Polishing and Finishing Marble Marble Tile Production Marble Slab Manufacturing Marble Sculpture and Carving Architectural Applications of Marble Marble in Construction Marble in Interior Design Marble in Monuments and Memorials The History of Marble Usage Ancient Marble Structures Marble in the Renaissance Period Marble in Modern Architecture Environmental Considerations in Marble Mining Sustainability in Marble Quarrying Waste Management in Marble Production Preserving Marble Quarry Ecosystems Advances in Marble Mining Technology Automated Quarrying Equipment Innovations in Marble Processing Marble Recycling and Repurposing The Global Marble Market Marble Trade and Export Marble Pricing and Trends Marble Industry Challenges Health and Safety in Marble Mining Worker Protection Measures Dust Mitigation Techniques Marble Mining and Local Communities Community Engagement Strategies Marble Mining's Economic Impact Conclusion: The Future of Marble Mining

How to Marbleize Paper
How to Marbleize Paper

Author: Gabriele Grnebaum

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 1984-01-01

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 9780486246512

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The beautiful centuries-old craft of marbleizing — decorating paper through the use of "floating colors" — dates back to eighth-century Japan. Today marbleizing is a newly popular craft, enjoyed for the exquisite and unique designs it produces (no two are alike) and its myriad of decorative applications. This volume is a complete step-by-step illustrated guide to the entire marbleizing process. Artist Gabriele Grünbaum shows you how to prepare colors, form beautiful and striking patterns, and transfer them onto prepared paper. Included are a list of tools and materials and helpful suggestions for avoiding common mistakes. In addition, an informative introduction traces the history of this wonderful handicraft. Create beautiful, versatile craft papers with colorful swirls, bold spotted designs, and exciting combed lines. Choose from 12 different patterns: Fantasy, Stone, Swedish, Wave, Comb, Snail, Bouquet/Peacock, Floral, Veined, Tiger, Oil-Color, and Oil-Color Batik. Marbleized paper can be used for decorating books, boxes, lampshades, wall hangings, decoupage, picture frames, linings, wallpaper, greeting cards, stationery — almost any art or craft project. Artists and crafters who want to create their own original marbleized papers will find this inexpensive edition a handy guide for learning basic techniques and a rich source of design ideas.

Advanced Maya Texturing and Lighting
Advanced Maya Texturing and Lighting

Author: Lee Lanier

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2006-09-19

Total Pages: 475

ISBN-13: 047179404X

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This volume offers in-depth information on the art of using texturing and lighting in Maya, the industry-leading 3D animation effects software.

Scenic Art for the Theatre
Scenic Art for the Theatre

Author: Susan Crabtree

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2012-11-12

Total Pages: 431

ISBN-13: 1136084290

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Now in its Third Edition, Scenic Art for the Theatre: History, Tools and Techniques continues to be the most trusted source for both student and professional scenic artists. With new information on scenic design using Photoshop, Paint Shop Pro and other digital imaging softwares this test expands to offer the developing artist more step-by-step instuction and more practical techniques for work in the field. It goes beyond detailing job functions and discussing techniques to serve as a trouble-shooting guide for the scenic artist, providing practical advice for everyday solutions.