Presents a guide to the 3D design tool which uses three representative models to demonstrate such techniques as object manipulation, texture mapping, lighting, rendering, sculpting, and compositing.

Go beyond the glass and discover the secrets behind your favorite style of whiskey. Over the past three decades, Lew Bryson has been one of the most influential voices in whiskey—a longtime editor of Whisky Advocate and author of the definitive guide Tasting Whiskey. In this book, Lew shares everything he's learned on his journey through the worlds of bourbon, Scotch, rye, Japanese whiskey, and more (yes, there are tasty Canadian and Irish whiskeys as well!). In this book, you'll find it all: An overview of the different types of whiskeys, including the rules and identities of each. He also includes information on craft whiskeys, which tend to be more creative and freewheeling than the styles made by traditional producers. Exploration of the key whiskey ingredients, with a close look at the flavor contributions of malt, peat, corn, rye, wheat—even water matters. Distillation for non-distillers and the beauty of barrels: Whiskey is both an art and a science, and what's in the glass is affected by things like pot stills vs. column stills, barrel char, and of course, time. Numerous interviews with master distillers, still makers, and other artisans at the top of their field. Tasting notes throughout so you can identify the whiskeys you might want to try next. Every chapter contains a variety of unique, often behind-the-scenes photography. And with whiskey as the subject, this is a class where you'll want to do the homework!

Expert dishes for every occasion—with step-by-step guidance and basic tips for aspiring culinary geniuses. There is no better way to learn how to cook like a pro than to start with a comprehensive collection of super tasty and reliable recipes supported by step-by-step directions and illustrated techniques. From breakfast, soups, salads, and snacks to main courses and desserts, the more than seventy-five recipes in these pages equip the aspiring junior chef with expert dishes for every occasion. Whether you’re interested in whipping up apple pancakes to start the day, frying crispy Japanese tempera, making Italian gnocchi from scratch, roasting a holiday turkey, or perfecting the art of the pie crust, the recipes in these pages will soon have you cooking like a master chef.

See Why Blender Is Right for Your Studio’s Pipeline Blender for Animation and Film-Based Production explores why Blender is ideal for animation films. It demonstrates Blender’s capability to do the job in each production department. Whether you are a beginner or more advanced user, you’ll see why Blender should be taken into consideration in animation and film production. This Blender reference will help you: Manage your projects from start to finish Understand the different stages in any animation production See how studios work and develop their animation projects Describing the versatility and power of Blender, the book shows you why studios should incorporate Blender in their pipeline. It avoids tedious tutorials and incomprehensible examples. Instead, the book guides you toward finding efficient solutions for issues with your production files or pipeline. It familiarizes you with the animation industry and explores the risks involved in choosing Blender as a primary tool in animation studios.

This is the first volume of BLENDER - THE ULTIMATE GUIDE, the most complete guide on the famous open source 3D software.

This is the second volume of BLENDER - THE ULTIMATE GUIDE, the most complete guide on the famous open source 3D software.