Название: The Uke Book Illustrated: Design and Build the World's Coolest Ukulele (Fox Chapel Publishing) Graphic Novel Format Shows Every Step of Construction with 1,500 Beautiful Watercolor Illustrations
Автор: John Weissenrieder
Издательство: Fox Chapel Publishing
Год: 2019
Формат: epub
Страниц: 248
Размер: 107.4 Mb
Язык: English

In this beautifully illustrated book, a master luthier and a painter tell their story of the creation of a musical instrument.
Clearly explains every step of the construction of a ukulele in the format of a graphic novel
1,500 watercolor illustrations and informative line drawings fill every page
Practical aspects include showing the preparation and selection of materials, assembly and construction, tools and jigs, and how to approach the work
Get expert guidance from a classically trained master luthier
The Uke Book Illustrated clearly explains every step of the process in the construction of a ukulele through concise notes and informative drawings in the format of a graphic novel.
This artistically conceived and executed book reveals the practical aspects of an ancient trade, showing the preparation and selection of materials, assembly and construction, the tools and jigs, and how to approach the work.
Anyone who wants to use this book as a guide or manual will be able to proceed chapter by chapter and drawing by drawing during the realization of his or her own instrument. Anyone wanting to gain insight into how a musical instrument is made will appreciate the clear and informative line drawings and the beautiful watercolor illustrations that fill every page.
In the end, this book is not just for crafters and woodworkers, but for musicians, artists, and anyone who enjoys a good story and is fascinated by the process of creating something with one's own hands.