Elemental Magic

Create amazing animated effects such as fiery blazes, rippling water, and magical transformations. Animation guru Joseph Gilland breaks down the world of special effects animation with clear step-by-step diagrams and explanations on how to create the amazing and compelling images you see on the big screen. 'Elemental Magic' is jam-packed

A guide to creating hand-drawn and digital effects includes step-by-step diagrams and explanations for the entire spectrum of animated effects, including liquids, fire, smoke, rippling water, and spiritual entities.

Everything You Need to Know about Wicca, Witchcraft, and Magic Even in today's scientific world of logic and reason, most of us can't escape the feeling that there is more to the Universe than meets the eye - a world beyond the physical world in which we live. Many of

From wizards to weathermen, everyone has always known the powers of the four elements—natural forces that can direct the fates, change destiny, and unite lovers in the most unexpected ways. Now, those magical elements come together in perfect balance, in these stories from four charmed authors… In Air find romance...in

Learn how to use the principles and practices of natural magic for personal development and spiritual empowerment • Offers detailed descriptions of the magical properties of minerals, animals, plants, and the earth’s cycles and how to use them in your own practice • Explores the magical laws of nature and

Among Mercedes Lackey’s many novels, few are as critically acclaimed and beloved as those about the Elemental Masters. The novels in this series are loosely based on classic fairy tales, and take place in a fantasy version of turn-of-the-century London, where magic is real and Elemental Masters control the powers

Design beautiful, professional-level animated effects with these detailed step-by-step tutorials from former Disney animator and animated effects expert Joseph Gilland. Filled with beautiful, full-color artwork, Elemental Magic, Volume II, breaks down the animated effect process from beginning to end-including booming explosions, gusting winds, magical incantations, and raging fires. He also

Second edition. A complete course in elemental magic, providing a solid foundation for future independent work. Explore the nature of each element, how it impacts your life and how you may harness it for personal benefit. Perform elemental rites inspired by various magical tradition, and also develop and perform your

Practical Celtic magic in the traditions of the Drulds.

A complete course in elemental magic, providing a solid foundation for future independent work. Explore the nature of each element, how it impacts your life and how you may harness it for personal benefit. Perform elemental rites inspired by various magical tradition, and also develop and perform your own rites.