Basic Design Principles and Practice Author:Kenneth F. Bates On the practical level, this guide discusses design in drawings, paintings, textiles, sculpture, ceramics, pottery, mosaics, enamels and jewelry. And at the same time, it develops and understanding of the "why to do it' as well as the how to do it" of any particular project. Starting with the simplest concepts of spot, line and shape, the author... more » considers progressively more subtle and sophisticated designs and their applications to various hobbies and skills.« less