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Coloring Floral Mindfulness

A Book That Takes Its Time: An Unhurried Adventure in Creative Mindfulness by Irene Smit, Astrid van der Hulst

Wishing all our readers a very Happy Diwali, and the wonderful festival season ahead! May your lives be full of eternal light, blessings and good health. The festival season also gives us the time to take a break and gently follow the breeze of mindfulness, which connects well to the book we have for you this month. Creative Mindfulness coloring book helps you slow down and de-stress, to rejuvenate, and to be one with yourself. Read on…

Take time to breathe. Take time to create. Take time to reflect, take time to let go. A book that’s unique in the way it mixes reading and doing, A Book That Takes Its Time is like a mindfulness retreat between two covers.

Created in partnership with Flow, the groundbreaking international magazine that celebrates creativity, beautiful illustration, a love of paper, and life’s little pleasures, A Book That Takes Its Time mixes articles, inspiring quotes, and what the editors call “goodies”—bound-in cards, mini-journals, stickers, posters, blank papers for collaging, and more—giving it a distinctly handcrafted, collectible feeling.

Read about the benefits of not multitasking, then turn to “The Joy of One Thing at a Time Notebook” tucked into the pages. After a short piece on the power of slowing down, fill in the designed notecards for a Beautiful Moments jar. Make a personal timeline. Learn the art of hand-lettering. Dig into your Beginner’s Mind. Embrace the art of quitting. Take the writing cure. And always smile. Move slowly and with intention through A Book That Takes Its Time, and discover that sweet place where life can be both thoughtful and playful.

From the book description

Readers and colorists who would like to find a few moments for themselves while being creative will greatly appreciate this wonderful new addition. Widely available at most book stores. Reserve your copy now!

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Coloring Drawing

Pencil Art Workshop: Techniques, Ideas, and Inspiration for Drawing and Designing with Pencil by Matt Rota

Here is a slightly different book for our readers, and this one is as much about creating art as it is about enjoying art. If you are a budding artist, or an accomplished sketcher, you will certainly enjoying getting to learn more about pencil drawings – a simple, yet elegant art form enjoyed by people around the world.

In Pencil Art Workshop, well-known artist and illustrator Matt Rota demonstrates several techniques in graphite, then ties it together with an international gallery of artists for inspiration.

The humble pencil is the world’s most flexible and forgiving drawing material. Pencil Art Workshop is the platform for artist and educator Matt Rota (author of The Art of Ballpoint) to show you key techniques that every artist should know. Following along with Matt is easy as he explores the pencil’s phenomenal, and sometimes surprising, range.

Turn to any chapter—Drawing with Line, Drawing with Tone, Drawing Quickly, Photorealism, Adding Color—and you’ll discover, through step-by-step instructions and illustrations, how to choose the right pencil for your specific project, and how to use it to its fullest in every drawing style. Each chapter in  Pencil Art Workshop also includes a gallery of edgy and inspiring works by contemporary pencil artists to enjoy and to receive inspiration from.

From the book description

So, take out your pencils and and unleash your creativity with this timely guide from accomplished artist Matt Rota. Available at all leading book stores.

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Africa Coloring Decorative Arts Design Zoology

101 Animals To Color: Adult Coloring Book Packed With Owls, Elephants, Lions, Butterflies, Cats, Dogs, Horses, Eagles, And So Much More! by Savanna Magic

Dear Readers, sorry about the long hiatus on account of summer travels. We are extremely overwhelmed with the response to our sharing of Savanna Magic’s previous book. Therefore, we have decided to feature their another book which, like the last one, is a visual treat for those who enjoy coloring. 

101 Unique Images To Color

Enjoy a large array of beautiful animals and relaxing exquisite patterns with this easy coloring book from Savanna Magic

This “101 Animals to Color” coloring book is a relaxing way to show your love of animals while your stress fades away. Each animal features simple patterns that allow you to effortlessly fill pages with any of your favorite colors. This book is packed with a variety of favorite animals with close-up animal portraits and full-body animal designs so you will have an abundance of options of what to color next.

You get to color a variety of fun animal designs from all across the animal kingdom. You can color lovable farm animals, wild jungle animals, mysterious animals of the sea, and so much more! Take time from your busy schedule and choose an animal you feel like coloring whether wild, exotic or adorable. You can challenge yourself and color each animal with realistic colors or have fun and let your imagination run wild and use whichever colors you choose.

From the book description

This home grown artist continues to amaze us. Hope you will enjoy this collection of coloring images. Available at many book stores now.

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Africa Coloring Zoology

Adult Coloring Book: Stress Relieving Designs Animals, Mandalas, Flowers, Paisley Patterns And So Much More! by Savanna Magic

This month we are featuring Savanna Magic’s work. Recently, adult coloring books have generated a lot of interest and Savanna Magic’s work is a great collection of coloring art.

Over 60 Gorgeous Designs to Color!

Not Sure What Theme To Start Coloring? Grab One That Has Everything. Incredible Artwork With the Largest Variety of Animals, Mandalas and Paisley Designs. Join the hundreds of thousands of happy colorists that really appreciate good quality artwork. Various Levels Of Intricacy Keeping You Excited and Inspired To Color! So Many Different Themes To Choose From: Garden Designs, Animals, Mandalas, and Paisley Patterns, Decorative Art. Perfect For Every Skill Level: Great For Growing Your Skills. Perfect With Your Choice Of Coloring Tools (Crayon, Gel Pens, Markers, Colored Pencils). High Resolution Crisp Clean Printing Of Illustrations. Each Coloring Page Is On One Sheet. Printed One Sided. Don’t Worry About Bleed Through.

Frequently Gifted. This Book Makes The Perfect Gift For Christmas Holidays, Birthday and More. Grab a Set of Pencils To Go With It!

Create Your Own Frame-Worthy Masterpieces!

Savanna Magic Creates Awesome Coloring Books that help you create your own magic!

From the book description

If you, or someone you know, loves coloring and is exploring this new trend, we would recommend trying this. Available at many stores.