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A Collection Of My Best Gemstone Faceting Designs Volume 3
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Book Synopsis A Collection of My Best Gemstone Faceting Designs Volume 3 by : Andrew Brown
Download or read book A Collection of My Best Gemstone Faceting Designs Volume 3 written by Andrew Brown and published by . This book was released on 2020-11-24 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book contains a third collection of the author's finest faceting designs. It provides more than 60 new optimized patterns in a range of shapes with detailed instructions on how to cut them in a wide range of gem materials. When designing the author pays attention to maximizing factors like brilliance, sparkle, scintillation, and contrast. Of particular note are the checker patterns included in this publication that use odd symmetry to create stunningly beautiful gems when cut. The author revisits his 'fusion' concept, works with shape tessellations, and uses facet frosting to help create this wonderful collection of designs. By considering gem faceting design an art form, new ground can be explored, accounting for some of the more bespoke designs contained within the publication. Overall, the author has been mindful to include designs that will appeal to and benefit most faceters, including: * 60 Designs for the commonly used 96 index * Easy to cut designs for beginners and others to challenge experienced faceters * Optimized angles to work in materials with refractive indices over a wide range * 12 Round designs not including frosted designs * 10 Frosted designs, including both crown and pavilion frosting * 12 Oval and 3 square designs * 6 Pear and 4 trillion designs * 5 Marquise designs including eyes and diamond shapes * 5 Hexagonal and 5 other designs of assorted shapes
Book Synopsis A Collection of My Best Gemstone Faceting Designs Volume 1 by : Andrew Brown
Download or read book A Collection of My Best Gemstone Faceting Designs Volume 1 written by Andrew Brown and published by . This book was released on 2019-06-12 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book contains a collection of the author's finest faceting designs, taking severalyears to complete. It provides more than 50 optimized patterns in a range of shapesand introduces a new solid design concept known as 'fusion'. The 'fusion' concept is anadaptable, high performing design principle that empowers the faceter to achieve wellbalanced, strong performing cuts. It is termed 'fusion' as it balances odd symmetrywith even symmetry, to create a true 'fusion' between performance and design.The author believes that by considering gem faceting designing an art form, newground can be explored, and accounts for some of the more bespoke designs containedwithin the publication.Overall, the author has been mindful to include designs that will appeal to and benefitmost faceters, including: * 50 designs for the commonly used 96 index* A selection of designs for the 72, 84, and 120 indexes* Optimized angles to work in materials with refractive indices over a wide range* Frosted designs like the butterfly on the cover and 7 pointed stars* 16 Round designs not including frosted designs* 7 Square designs including square cushions* 4 Trillion and 2 heart designs* 10 Oval and 3 pear designs* 6 Rectangular designs including rectangular cushions * 3 Hexagons and other designs with assorted shapes
Book Synopsis The Secret Teachings of Gemcutting by : Justin Prim
Download or read book The Secret Teachings of Gemcutting written by Justin Prim and published by . This book was released on 2021-07 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Secret Teachings of Gemcutting is a collection of classic gemstone designs spanning 500 years. The designs are presented with full color photos, historical information, cutting advice, and design information. These are industry standard designs for the gem and jewelry trade for all the major gemstone cutting centers around the world. This collection marks the first time the designs have been compiled for public consumption. This volume will prove useful to both gemcutters who want to cut these essential designs and to jewelers who would like a visual aid to present different gemstone styles to their customers. Aside from the designs, the introductory chapters of the book contain invaluable information about gemstone design, optics, gem physics, modifying designs, pairing rough gems with an appropriate design, and more.
Book Synopsis Amateur Gemstone Faceting Volume 1 by : Tom Herbst
Download or read book Amateur Gemstone Faceting Volume 1 written by Tom Herbst and published by Facetable Books. This book was released on 2014-11-23 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Amateur faceter Tom Herbst lays out the steps necessary to transform a shapeless lump of rock into a glittering jewel that is unique and valuable. Along the way, he explains not only the "how" but also the "why," and provides helpful tips in dealing with many of the pitfalls that confront the beginning gem cutter.
Book Synopsis Amateur Gemstone Faceting Volume 2 by : Tom Herbst
Download or read book Amateur Gemstone Faceting Volume 2 written by Tom Herbst and published by Facetable Books. This book was released on 2014-11-23 with total page 456 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Amateur faceter Tom Herbst helps you expand your faceting horizons. You will learn about the optics and mathematics behind the magic of gemstones. Subsequent chapters on the properties and treatment of common gem materials will help you identify and make the most of your valuable rough.
Book Synopsis Steven Universe: End of an Era by : Chris McDonnell
Download or read book Steven Universe: End of an Era written by Chris McDonnell and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2020-10-13 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chris McDonnell’s Steven Universe: End of an Era is the eagerly anticipated follow-up to the bestselling behind-the-scenes companion book Steven Universe: Art & Origins. Foreword by Hugo Award–winning author N. K. Jemisin Showcasing new concept art, storyboards, background paintings, and exclusive interviews, End of an Era will update the history of the Emmy Award–winning series to cover season four through to the critically acclaimed finale, “Change Your Mind,” and beyond. Fans will find a special focus on creator and showrunner Rebecca Sugar’s elaborate process for creating the lore for the series, as she and the crew reveal how they discovered and developed the complete story arc for each character, as well as how they were able to design a show that so refreshingly captures and celebrates the experience of childhood. Steven Universe: End of an Era is a heartfelt send-off to one of the most progressive, imaginative, and beloved animated series of our time. “This book extends the life of this treasured animated series.” —Variety
Book Synopsis Faceting for Amateurs by : Glenn Vargas
Download or read book Faceting for Amateurs written by Glenn Vargas and published by G. & M. Vargas. This book was released on 2002 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Facet Cutters Handbook by : Edward J. Soukup
Download or read book Facet Cutters Handbook written by Edward J. Soukup and published by Gem Guides Book Company. This book was released on 1962 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This book contains everything the reader needs to know to facet gemstones expertly. Includes 22 beautiful cuts"--Amazon.com.
Book Synopsis Opal & Gemstone Jewelry by : Paul B. Downing
Download or read book Opal & Gemstone Jewelry written by Paul B. Downing and published by Majestic Press. This book was released on 2009 with total page 309 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Diagrams for Faceting by : Glenn Vargas
Download or read book Diagrams for Faceting written by Glenn Vargas and published by . This book was released on 1975 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Faceting History: Cutting Diamonds and Colored Stones by : Glenn Klein
Download or read book Faceting History: Cutting Diamonds and Colored Stones written by Glenn Klein and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2005 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author of, "Faceting History: Cutting Diamonds and Colored Stones" has for a long time had a deep interest in learning how the early faceters (cutters) of diamonds and colored gemstones were able to complete their work. What methods did they use? What equipment did they have to make success possible? How soon did they discover how to complete the many phases necessary to accomplish their work? How did the equipment and methods differ between fashioning diamonds and faceting colored stones? These are just a few of the questions that the author wanted to find the answers for. In looking for answers to these and other questions, the author found that there were bits and pieces of information available in many previous books, but there was not a good book available that would answer most of his questions. Upon hearing the author's remarks about this fact, one of the librarians at the wonderful library located at the Gemological Institute of America's Carlsbad campus said that if such a book was not available, "maybe you should write the book!" Well, the author had been thinking of doing just that, but the remark caused the author to see the light and agree to get started on the project. Little did he know then that the project would require many months of eight hour days over seven day weeks to get the book completed. He decided to write a book that would answer these and other related questions that he had. The thought also occurred to him that such a book would be a valuable volume to be placed in libraries of individual faceters around the world. He realized that such a book would also be of great value to anyone who works behind a Jewelry store counter. A successful sales person isone who is knowledgeable about the products that they are selling. A book of faceting information would be extremely valuable if read and re-read from time to time. A customer in the Jewelry store will no doubt be favorably impressed by a sales presentation that is made with the use of interesting and informative information about diamonds and the various colored gemstones. The customer will be convinced that the sales person knows about what they are talking. The author has spent nearly three years on the project of researching the GIA library and other libraries, along with the extensive personal library of gemstone related books that he personally possesses. Many conflicting reports were noted in his study. He has made the statements in his book reflect the most commonly accepted opinions, of the most respected authors' works that he has found in his research. History is only obtainable from the earlier works of other authors. We cannot go back to the long past centuries ourselves, to see first hand what really happened and when it happened. A study of faceting history requires making the best choices of the information that is available. This completed book answers questions as to why the fashioning of diamonds was/is so different from the faceting of colored gemstones. The book compares the needed equipment and the methods that have brought the greatest successes. In addition, a great deal of other information connected to faceting is included. There are seven chapters in the book and there are over 125 photographs of the early equipment and methods that were used. The photographs show the faceters, the workroom conditions, and the tools and equipment that they used to completebeautiful and lasting gemstones. The book chapters are titled: An Introduction to Faceting, Early Man's Stone Appreciation, Diamond Fashioning Procedure and Equipment, Colored Stone Faceting Procedure and Equipment, The Evolution of Cut Designs, Famous and Historic Gemstones, Sources of Diamond and Colored Stone Rough, and lastly, Advances in Faceting Over the Past One Hundred Years. Within each of these chapters the reader will find a multitude of additional and interesting information. Chapter One: Early Faceting Inform
Download or read book Gemstone Quilts written by MJ Kinman and published by C&T Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2020-10-25 with total page 115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Piece dazzling diamond and gorgeous gemstone quilts Add dimension and luminosity to your quilts with gorgeous gemstone piecing! Learn the basics of abstraction and color theory as you piece stunning works of art with gem quilt expert MJ Kinman. After years of perfecting her technique, Kinman explains freezer paper piecing in brilliant detail with jewel quilting ideas to help you express your own creativity. Get helpful advice on fabric selection and quilting patterns to illuminate each cut. A sample gem quilt pattern helps you practice as you follow along step by step. Then find your own muse and bring any gemstone to life in exquisite detail. Just as gems can sparkle and glow in a million different ways, you’ll be inspired by the author’s work and a gallery of student quilts to help you let go of perfection and embrace the chaos of color and light. Shine on! Learn to create freezer-paper patterns for your own gemstone quilts Build skills as you sew a sample diamond quilt top, with step-by-step instructions See a gallery of ground-breaking jewel quilts from the author and her students
Book Synopsis Presentations in Action by : Jerry Weissman
Download or read book Presentations in Action written by Jerry Weissman and published by Pearson Education. This book was released on 2011-05-04 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: World-renowned presentation coach Jerry Weissman has spent 20 years helping top executives succeed in the most important business presentations of their lives, and he’s learned the best way to get his message across is to show his techniques in action. Weissman does just that in Presentations in Action: 80 Memorable Presentation Lessons from the Masters. He teaches how to make spectacularly successful presentations by showing exactly how great presenters have done it. Weissman dives into his library of outstanding presentations, sharing examples from current events, politics, science, art, music, literature, cinema, media, sports, and even the military. His compelling examples don’t just demonstrate what’s universal about effective human communication: they also reveal powerful ways to solve the specific challenges presenters encounter most often. This book’s five sections focus on each element of the outstanding contemporary presentation: Content: Mastering the art of telling your story; Graphics: Designing PowerPoint slides that work brilliantly; Delivery skills: How to make actions speak louder than words; Q&A: How to handle tough questions; Integration: How to put it all together. From clarifying “What’s in it for you?” to crafting better elevator pitches, improving flow to using anecdotes, Presentation in Action is packed with solutions–and packed with inspiration, too!
Download or read book Obsidian written by Sarah Daley and published by Watkins Media Limited. This book was released on 2022-01-25 with total page 365 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: **FINALIST for the Compton Crook Award, 2023** Shade Nox is the only witch in a land of wizards – a fiend, a rogue, a wanted criminal. Defying those who think her an abomination, Shade wears her tattoos openly and carries obsidian blades at her hips. For years, she has protected the outcast clans who wander the blighted Wastes, but the land is growing more unstable and her blades are no longer enough. To save her people, Shade vows to raise a Veil of protection – a feat not accomplished in over a hundred years. But the magical Veils are said to belong to the Brotherhood church; if she succeeds in raising one, it will expose their lies. They swear to see her obliterated first. Treading a dangerous path where allies can be as deceitful as enemies, and where demons lurk in the shadows, Shade chases a vision which could lead to her people’s salvation… or her own destruction. File Under: Fantasy [ Tattoos At Dawn | Underestimated Women | Old Jealousies | The End of Whose World ]
Book Synopsis Gemstones by : Keith Wallis (F.G.A.)
Download or read book Gemstones written by Keith Wallis (F.G.A.) and published by Acc Art Books. This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As well as diamonds, emeralds, rubies and sapphires, over 100 gems are featured, with full descriptions, technical details, and tips on how to check for fakes; illustrated throughout with fabulous color photographs to make identification easier.
Book Synopsis Introduction To Lapidary by : Pansy D. Kraus
Download or read book Introduction To Lapidary written by Pansy D. Kraus and published by Krause Publications. This book was released on 2007-09-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An authoritative introduction to all aspects of lapidary is provided here by Pansy Kraus. She describes the processes, tools, and equipment of each branch of this fascinating hobby, helping the reader choose a technique, get started the right way, and determine which tools will work best to achieve specific results. &break;&break;Kraus describes the considerable rewards of tumbling rocks, making cabochons, carving gem materials, lapping, cutting spheres, making beads, and faceting. She provides a coherent overview of a vast and complex field, from the elements of getting started to studio visits with lapidary artist, where we discover what may be possible. &break;&break;Olive M. Colhour produces breathtaking Florentine pietre dure portraits by color-matching stones to paintings. Then, she cuts and polishes each rock separately before assembling her sculptured mosaics. &break;&break;Jerry Muchna facets three-dimensional quartz sculptures. His "Great Moments in America" series includes The Spirit of St. Louis, with 695 facets, and Iwo Jima, with 6,511 facets. &break;&break;Hing Wa Lee combines traditional Chinese technique - using a fixed shaft with a foot treadle - with the use of a modern flex shaft to produce carvings of astonishing intricacy. Working with traditional jadeite and nephrite - as well as more unusual materials, such as sugilite - he achieves a unique blend of antiquity and modernity. &break;&break;Their work is shown in 27 exciting color plates, along with that of other artists featured in the studio visits.
Book Synopsis Simon & Schuster's Guide to Gems and Precious Stones by : Kennie Lyman
Download or read book Simon & Schuster's Guide to Gems and Precious Stones written by Kennie Lyman and published by Touchstone. This book was released on 1986-03-13 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Simon & Schuster's Guide to Gems and Precious Stones provides both the connoisseur and the casual collector with a compact, easy-to-use volume describing more than 100 rare varieties of minerals whose beauty and mystery have possessed our imaginations from time immemorial. More than 450 brilliant photographs accompany profiles of each gem, covering such aspects as appearance, physical properties -- density, hardness, refraction -- occurrence, and how to judge quality and value. Additional sections describe the process of cutting gemstones and the techniques professional gemologists use to evaluate a stone's weight and optical properties. Detailed and comprehensive, this book is essential for anyone interested in the study of gems and precious stones.
