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Book SynopsisCreative Food Photography is for photographers who already know how to shoot in manual mode, who have watched the Youtube videos, googled all things food photography and want MORE - more creativity, more information, more of what's not on the internet! In this beautiful, inspiring and thoughtful book, food photographer, stylist and photography teacher Kimberly Espinel explores the ways in which food photography can be brought to life, through planning, styling, and the study of natural light. With warmth, passion and gentle encouragement, Kimberly helps you to play with new ideas and grow in confidence as you discover your own unique style. If you're looking for a highly technical book and want to study artificial light, then this book is may not be the right fit for you. In turn, if you want to delve into your creativity, learn how to put together a professional mood board, understand how to compose your images far beyond the rule of thirds, develop your photographic eye, create images that evoke emotion and learn to style in your own unique way, then this book is for you!

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Book SynopsisThe story of The Who's momentous first tours of America told through fabulous photos by the band's official photographer and tour manager Tom Wright.

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Book SynopsisFor over a century, Scott Brownrigg has been at the forefront of architectural innovation, designing the spaces where we live, work and learn.

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Book SynopsisA stunning sequel, featuring vintage photographs of romantic male couples from the Nini Treadwell Collection. These intimate images offer a glimpse into a hidden history of love and resilience. Once hidden away, these photographs now bear witness to the enduring power of human affection.Loving II, the sequel to Loving: A Photographic History of Men in Love, 1850s - 1950s, is a stunning collection of vintage vernacular photographs of romantic male couples. Drawn from the Nini-Treadwell Collection of over 4000 photos, some as much as 175 years old, the selection conveys the unadulterated joy - longed for by all of us and recognizable to anyone - of being in love. Starting from the earliest years of photography and continuing through the 1950s, this collection comprises daguerreotypes, silver gelatins, tintypes, ambrotypes, snap shots, and many more - a cross section of a century of photographic technique. The subjects come from all walks of life: soldiers, farmers, students, the young and the old, the poor and the affluent. These photographs were taken when being recognized as gay was to risk retribution, ridicule, banishment, imprisonment, and possibly death. They remained locked away during their subjects’ lifetimes for their very survival. The journeys that eventually brought them to the attention of Hugh Nini and Neal Treadwell are mostly unknown, with only a few exceptions. Discovered in a variety of ways, sometimes tucked away in antique shops and flea markets, they had slipped into the cracks of photographic history before being added to the Nini-Treadwell Collection one at a time, over a 25-year period. These courageous couples, from so long ago, who took and protected these photos, could not have imagined that one day their mementos of love would appear in a book that has been embraced all over the world. So much so that a second volume was necessary. These couples sent a message to the future. The question now is, what message will we send?

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Book SynopsisA limited edition art book of 77 posters by international artists in solidarity with Palestine. Includes a fold-out poster, stickers & stamps. A vital archive of resistance and hope. All proceeds support displaced children in Gaza via the Ajyal Foundation.

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Book SynopsisA sumptuous full-colour art book containing the complete collection of almost 200 sketches, drawings, paintings and maps created by J.R.R. Tolkien for The Lord of the Rings.As he wrote The Lord of the Rings, J.R.R. Tolkien's mental pictures often found expression in drawing, from rough sketches made within the manuscript to more finished illustrations. Only a few of these were meant for publication; most were aids to help Tolkien conceive his complex story and keep it consistent. Many do not illustrate the final text, but represent moments of creation, illuminating Tolkien's process of writing and design. In addition to pictorial sketches, numerous maps follow the development of the Shire and the larger landscape of Middle-earth, while inscriptions in runes and Elvish script, and facsimile' leaves from the burned and blood-stained Book of Mazarbul, support Tolkien's pose as an editor' or translator' of ancient records.The Art of The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien collects these drawings, inscriptions, maps, and plans in one volume. More than 180 images are included, all of them printed in colour from high-quality scans and photographs. Wayne G. Hammond and Christina Scull, two of the world's leading Tolkien scholars, have edited the book and provide an expert introduction and comments. Readers who have enjoyed The Art of The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien, with which the book is uniform, will find much of interest also in The Art of The Lord of the Rings.Trade Review‘How, given little over half a century of work, did one man become the creative equivalent of a people?’THE GUARDIAN ‘Demanding to be compared with English mythologies… at times rises to the greatness of true myth’FINANCIAL TIMES ‘A creation of singular beauty… magnificent in its best moments’WASHINGTON POST

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Book SynopsisCelebrate the imaginative art of 30 years of the Dragon Quest video games, as designed and illustrated by Akira Toriyama, legendary creator of Dragon Ball. Akira Toriyama (Dragon Ball) brought the world of the renowned Dragon Quest video games to life through his creative, fun and inventive design work. Thirty years of genius are on display in this stunning comprehensive hardcover collection of over 500 illustrations from the Dragon Quest video games, from Dragon Quest (originally released as Dragon Warrior in English) to Dragon Quest Heroes II. Includes fold-out poster of the Dragon Quest timeline.

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Book SynopsisSwiss artist HR Giger (1940–2014) is most famous for his creation of the space monster in Ridley Scott’s 1979 horror sci-fi film Alien, which earned him an Oscar. Yet this was just one of the most popular expressions of Giger’s biomechanical arsenal of creatures, which consistently merged hybrids of human and machine into images of haunting power and dark psychedelia. The visions drew on demons of the past, as well as evoking mythologies for the future. Above all, they gave expression to the collective fears and fantasies of his age: fear of the atom, of pollution and wasted resources, and of a future in which our bodies depend on machines for survival. Following the SUMO-sized monograph which was begun shortly before the artist's unexpected death, this affordable anniversay edition pays homage to Giger’s unique vision. The book shows the complete story of Giger’s life and art, his sculptures, film design, and iconic album covers as well as the heritage he left us in his own artist’s museum and self-designed bar in the Swiss Alps. In an in-depth essay, Giger scholar Andreas J. Hirsch plunges into the themes of the artist’s oeuvre while an extensive biography draws on contemporary quotes and Giger’s own statements.Trade Review“At its essence, Giger’s art digs down into our psyches and touches our very deepest primal instincts and fears. His art stands in a category of its own. The proof of this lies in the intensity of his work and imagination, which I can only compare to Hieronymus Bosch and Francis Bacon in their powers to provoke and disturb.” * Ridley Scott *“A magnificent volume, a lovingly designed homage that does justice to the significance of this artist... One thing is certain: most celebrated contemporary artists quickly fall back into obscurity, but HR Giger will remain.” * Weltwoche *“A disturbingly beautiful tribute to H.R. Giger’s nightmarish work.” * Wired.com *

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Book SynopsisLinocut and screenprinting have undergone a resurgence in recent years. This book teaches the basic techniques for learning to make your own prints under the guidance and tutelage of expert teacher and artist Susan Yeates. Susan, who runs her own print business, Magenta Sky, explains the rudiments of linocutting, and guides you through ten practical and attainable projects including greeting cards, artworks to frame, labels for jam jars, seed packets and bags or tea towels to print and give as personalised presents. There are handy tips and suggestions throughout the book and each project begins with a list of tools and materials needed.Trade ReviewFor a novice like me interested in exploring a new creative pathway this was a great little book. It covers the basics well and I love the step-by-step picture instructions which guide me through the various projects. The templates at the back are also really useful if you want a quick sure fire way of making your first print a success and I love the ideas of how to use the prints beyond a simple picture print, especially using on fabric. I would recommend this book to anyone wishing to begin linocutting. -- Philippa Richards * Customer review * This is a well laid out book, the author has obviously very carefully considered what to include, and, probably, what not to. This book has helped answer a lot of my questions and provided inspiration to try linocutting on my own. There are templates included to go with the projects and the author encourages you to try drawing out your own designs. Tools and equipment are explained clearly and lots of photographs back up the text. There is no pressure to buy lots of expensive equipment, although some specialist items such as a brayer are required the author also suggests using items you may already own around the house. The borders of the pages even include little designs to inspire. As usual with Search Press books the paper is good quality and the whole book has a nice feel to it. -- Stella Davis * Customer review * After seeing several works of linocut art, it was something that I wanted to try, and so Susan Yeates' book is a must for all those looking for a comprehensive guide. It starts right at the beginning, explaining exactly what linocut art is and its history - even Pablo Picasso used linocut as part of his work. I found the section on 'Tools and Materials' especially helpful, as walking into an art and craft shop and being confronted with so many different sizes of cutting tools, lino, papers and printing inks can be daunting, but Susan explains exactly what they are all for, thereby taking the guesswork out of what you need. Another invaluable chapter is 'Your Workspace' - reading this chapter before beginning is a must, as it will ensure an organised and less messy way of working, and will remove any frustration when trying to produce prints. Having never tried lino cutting before, the techniques and tips make it easier to master. There are a wide-range of step-by-projects to try, using printing onto both paper and fabric, for which you could either copy the designs that Susan provides (there are templates at the back of the book) or you could use designs of your own. I found this book very inspiring as it has given me several ideas of my own which I can't wait to try and turn into linocut art. -- Heather Langstaff * Customer review * This is a great introduction to lino cutting if you are a complete novice or, like me, wanted a simple refresher. The book is well laid out with simple, easy-to-follow, concise and considered instructions and has some lovely visuals of each stage. I really like the accompanying hints and tips, very handy! There are a range of simple yet striking designs to try out to develop your cutting skills and some great ideas on how to use the designs, I particularly like the matching jam jar covers and labels, I will definitely be giving printing on fabric a go! It also includes a brief intro into designing cuts from your own photos, this could also work with your own artwork if you have good drawing skills. I used this book to create my own design from a quick snap I took on my phone and traced straight off the laptop screen. I think this book is a great introduction to the craft at a very reasonable price and coupled with a starter kit and some printer paper you won't break the bank on this new hobby! -- Charlotte Jessica Blakey * Customer review * Lovely coffee table book just to browse through. Very informative, easy to follow with good explanations and photos. Good pictorial instruction too. You will want to have a go. -- Jane Symonds * Customer review * In the Introduction, the author mentions that the book is for people who draw a blank when asked to design. The dreaming up of what to actually make is done for them, so they can just get on with having a bash at the lino printing. The initial pages are dedicated to equipment, preparation and technique, with large example photos on each page. Descriptions are thorough, and interesting, without being overly-long. I learnt things about lino that I didn't realise I wanted to know! There were even tips on alternatives if you have arthritis. I appreciated how the author gives you lots of scope for what can be used so that you're not tied to searching for a specific (and potentially expensive) item but can use what comes to hand as long as it fits the brief. Safety is addressed, and photos of what marks each cutting tool will make on the lino. There is a suggestion for what to do with scraps. I appreciated this 'waste not, want not' approach. -- Sophie Hudson * Customer review * I have to admit that it was the stunning lino print of the vintage singer sewing machine on the front cover that initially drew me towards this book but I am so glad it did as this book is fabulous! As a novice to linocuts, this book inspires and energises me to try it without feeling daunted or overwhelmed! That's the sign of a fantastic book.The book begins by explaining about linocut as a relief print before discussing the tools and materials needed including types of lino, tracing papers, cutting tools and paints. There are then 10 projects for you to explore linocutting including a sampler, a positive/negative quartet, a vintage singer sewing machine, leaf prints and text prints. I really love the layout of the book as it is incredibly easy to navigate, the photography is stunning and the instructions are clear and inspiring. A book that goes through the process so methodically definitely makes me feel in safe hands! - I can't wait to begin making linocuts! -- Naomi Clarke * @naomialicec * This contemporary guide shows readers how to construct beautiful linocut prints at home. The technique has undergone a resurgence in recent years and this new title by artist Susan Yeates will teach readers the basic techniques. The author explains the rudiments of linocutting and reveals how to create 10 attainable projects including greetings cards, artworks, jam labels and tea towels. Packed with useful tips and suggestions, Susan Yeates' beautiful book offers a fresh take on an age-old medium. * Craft Focus Magazine, Issue 71 (Feb/March 2019) * A slim yet good guide to linocuts for beginners at a very reasonable price. Every step is explained and you will quickly be able to make prints. Try your hand at 10 projects by using the full-size templates. You can also inject your own creativity and make your own designs. Find out about linocut, materials, workspace, techniques, projects and templates. Discover how to draw, cut, print and repeat. Great step by step instructions with colour photos making it so easy to follow. Fun projects. I found the section photograph to linocut very interesting. This book covers more than just the basics, including working with text and two-tone prints, printing wrapping paper, gift tags and cards, labels, colour blends and printing on fabric. Recommended for beginners. -- Karen Platt * www.karenplatt.co.uk * You really don't need to know anything about lino cutting to be able to use this book - it truly is for the beginner. It starts by explaining what you need and why, and showing the variety of tools and materials available. Set up your workstation, learn how to transfer a drawing or tracing and how to carve and print. All this is shown in several short chapters using plenty of staged photographs complete with tips. It is a foolproof method that takes the process step by step, helping the learner avoid the usual beginner mistakes and use the tools safely and correctly. The rest of the book contains ten projects, starting with a simple sampler where you can practise using different tips and explore the range of mark making. Discover how to make a line drawing from a photograph, explore positive and negative images, work with text and print an image using more than one colour. Use your blocks to decorate your own cards and wrapping paper, make seed packets so you can store (or give away) your harvested seeds and use fabric inks to print your own wash bag. I confess that printing on fabric was what I wanted the book for, but regardless of what type of ink you are going to use the practice projects will stand you in good stead. I haven't done any linocutting since school but this book made me go and buy a kit and take the hobby up again. Inspiring and very user friendly, this really does teach anybody (older children included) how to linocut. -- Rachel Hyde * myshelf.com *Table of ContentsIntroduction What is linocut? Fine art versus craft versus illustration Tools and Materials Cutting tools Additional tools Lino Using your cutting tools Printing inks Papers Your workspace Techniques 1 Draw 2 Cut 3 Print 4 Repeat Projects Pattern Sampler Dragonfly Quartet From Photograph to Print Printing Text Two-tone Teapot Leaf Print Wrapping Paper Greeting Cards Seed Packets Jam Jar Labels and Lids Printed Fabric Wash Bag Templates and Motifs Index

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Book SynopsisThe 50th anniversary edition of a classic text, featuring an expanded selection of color studiesTrade Review“Interaction of Color, the landmark 1963 book by Josef Albers, . . . isn’t just for aspiring artists. Its mesmerizing illustrations are a revelation for anyone interested in color theory and human perception.”—Pilar Viladas, New York Times“One of the most beautiful books in the world. . . . Interaction of Color is not solely for artists, though generations of them certainly owe Albers a debt. It is for anyone who wants to get under the hood and understand why and how we see the world the way we do. . . . A visionary work.”—Malcolm Jones, Newsweek“Anyone who is teaching himself any aspect of design will be cheating himself and his students if he fails to come to grips with this book. . . . This volume, with its sequence of lessons learned, perceptions achieved, and (therefore) powers mastered, is more than a landmark in design education: it is the geological trace of a man who is himself a landmark in design education.”—Industrial Design“The publication of this famous book in paperback is an event. . . . It is clearly written and easy to understand. . . . This book ought to be owned by any serious student or teacher, regardless of the kind of painting he does.”—The Artist“The book that influenced me the most is Interaction of Color by Josef Albers. It helped me to learn about colour.”—Orla Kiely, Elle Decoration“I think this is possibly the most important book ever written about colour.”—Robin Foley, Image Interiors & Living“By the end of the book you will better understand the effects of colour intensity, temperature and more.”—Artists & Illustrators, “21 Must-Read Art Books”Selected as a 2007 AAUP University Press Book for Public and Secondary School Libraries“The text of Interaction of Color provides the careful reader with the content of Josef Albers’s famous color course. His teaching is based on learning by direct perception, not by theories or color systems. There are many books on color on the market, but no one combines eyesight with such profound insight as Josef Albers does in Interaction of Color.”—Hannes Beckmann

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsChapter 01 The Essentials of Camera Raw Chapter 02 Camera Raw–Beyond the Basics Chapter 03 Masking Miracles Chapter 04 Correcting Lens Problems Chapter 05 Working with Layers Chapter 06 Making Selections Chapter 07 Black & White, Duotones & More Chapter 08 Cropping & Resizing Chapter 09 Retouching Portraits Chapter 10 Removing Distracting Stuff Chapter 11 Photoshop Effects Chapter 12 Sharpening Techniques Index

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Book SynopsisThe first history of all the English cathedrals, from Birmingham and Bury St Edmunds to Worcester and York MinsterTrade Review“A fascinating and detailed description of the historical development of the English cathedral from the arrival of Christianity in A.D. 314 until the present day.”—Joan Greatrex, Catholic Historical Review“Delightful. . . . A history of English cathedrals as living institutions as well as architectural monuments.”—Peter Atkinson, Journal of Ecclesiastical History“Magisterial. . . . Charts the remarkable voyage of cathedrals during their 1700-year history.”—Michael Tavinor, Church Times“A masterful narrator of the Cathedral story. . . . Cathedrals stand as shrines to the beauty of human creation, beauty as yet unsurpassed. To their survival we should all be dedicated.”—Simon Jenkins, Country Life“The Cathedrals of England are institutions older than the realm itself, and are perhaps more cherished and flourishing now than they have ever been, as this richly enjoyable volume makes clear. There can be no-one better qualified than Nicholas Orme to present the full range of their long history.”—Diarmaid MacCulloch, author of A History of Christianity“Clear, accessible, and superbly illustrated, this book should be essential reading for visitors to English cathedrals. The book has no rival in serious and accessible literature. Anyone interested in cathedrals should have it on their shelves.”—David Rollason, author of The Power of Place

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Book Synopsis'A beautiful little book in every way ... Lyrical and eye-catching on the one hand, informative on the other, their work encourages us to look more closely at the nature around us ... A treasure of a book' House & Garden The perfect countryside and armchair companion to the wild flowers of the British Isles. Illustrator Angie Lewin and author Christopher Stocks follow up the success of The Book of Pebbles with The Book of Wild Flowers, a celebration of British wild flowers and their place in the landscape. Christopher Stocks explores their beguiling and sometimes peculiar history, and reveals some of the best places to see them, as well as the conditions in which they thrive. The book focuses on around 21 of Lewin's favourite wild flowers, and include reproductions of her paintings and illustrations, many of them created specially for the book. Sustaining our long-held affection for the British countryside, The Book of Wild Flowers will appeal to anyone who loves British wild fl

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Book SynopsisThis beautiful book explains the basics of composition and using your camera, but quickly moves on to show you how to try many different flower photography techniques, both indoors and out. Through clear step-by-step guides and stunning examples, it shows you how to capture the smallest flower portrait through to broad garden landscapes. There are ideas on how to develop a creative eye using available light, colour and background. The most important rules of flower photography are explained, and also how to break them. It shows how to use a light box in your home for flower portrait photography and still life and explains how to edit your photos and take them to another level. As well as practical advice it provides inspiration through a monthly photo gallery giving ideas of botanical subjects to capture throughout the year.Trade ReviewThe author explains in words and with abundance of striking photos. With suggestions on the varieties of flowers that may be available each month, you may find yourself photographing flowers all year long. -- Marie Altenburg, PSA (Photographic Society of America) Journal * PSA Journal *

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Book Synopsis A monograph on The Liminal House, a stunning seashore home in West Vancouver The design intentionally breaks down the boundaries between the house and its natural environment McLeod Bovell have established a top-class reputation for their innovative and beautiful responses to the local landscape and theirclients' briefs Features an introduction by the architect and critic Aaron Betsky Photography by the renowned specialist firm Hufton + Crow

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Book Synopsis"See the Middle Kingdom in a whole new light, through the lens of Annette Morheng. Several years in the making, Morheng's reportage looks beyond the traditional tourist gaze of today's China." – Digital Camera "Looking beyond the traditional tourist gaze, this reportage explores China's rich culture and people." – Amateur Photographer "...a fascinating and beautifully produced portrait of the country that will appeal to anyone interested in Chinese culture, and in travel photography in general." – Outdoor Photography See China in a whole new light. For several years, Luxembourgish photographer and travel journalist Annette Morheng has documented everyday life in the Middle Kingdom, a country where tradition and progress constantly collide. Gathered together in this vibrant new illustrated book, her pictures document Chinese people, villages, and hutongs; temples and skyscrapers; natural wonders and mega metropolises; the most remote provinces and diverse ethnic groups. With an eye for authentic details and interactions, Morheng captures the rapid change, local customs, and internationality that make up China today. With immersive first-hand reports accompanying the images, this reportage looks beyond the traditional tourist gaze and leading media narratives to explore a China rich with nature, culture and people! Text in English and German.Trade Review"See the Middle Kingdom in a whole new light, through the lens of Annette Morheng. Several years in the making, Morheng's reportage looks beyond the traditional tourist gaze of today's China." - Digital Camera"Looking beyond the traditional tourist gaze, this reportage explores China's rich culture and people. You'll find small details and interactions, and everything that makes up China today, from local customs to internationality and rapid change." - Amateur Photographer"China: Harmony of Colours is a fascinating and beautifully produced portrait of the country that will appeal to anyone interested in Chinese culture, and in travel photography in general." - Outdoor PhotographyTable of ContentsPreface The luminosity of colourlessness The cycle of Chinese life and its colours Symbolism and the force of colours The grey masses Imperial purple and the star cult Secretive black Yellow creates yin and yang Saffron and vermilion The red cloth Immortal white Jade white and jade green Sky blue and blue ants Ethnic colour palette South of the white clouds Along the ancient caravan routes From the tip of dragon’s tail to his head The yellow cradle Grey-coloured China in the 21st Century The gentle colour progression of language Literature included Imprint

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Book SynopsisFilled with brilliant reproductions and engaging new texts and reflecting the latest scholarship, this portable and attractively priced volume is the perfect introduction to the most celebrated painter of the Dutch Golden Age. Highlighted by domestic scenes and witty allegories that fuse the ordinary with the extraordinary, Vermeer's luminous paintings have captivated and inspired art enthusiasts for centuries. This book spotlights dozens of his works with stunning reproductions that enable readers to appreciate his mastery of light and shadow, meticulous brushwork, his extraordinary gift for capturing human emotion on canvas, and his innovative use of optical devices. An introductory essay provides biographical background, examines Vermeer's work in the context of the Dutch Golden Age of painting, and explores his enormous influence on modern artists and popular culture.

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Book SynopsisA striking collection of eighty-eight images in a book with the same proportions as the hardcover version features high-quality paper and state-of-the-art Magic Eye images for dedicated fans. Original.

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Book SynopsisAnyone with a little persistence and the desire can learn to draw well?this is the starting point of The Fundamentals of Drawing, a practical and comprehensive course for students of all abilities. Opportunities for practice and improvement are offered across a wide spectrum of subjects?still life, plants, landscapes, animals, figure drawing, and portraiture?and supported by the demonstration of a broad range of skills and techniques, including perspective and composition.

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Book SynopsisMartin Gayford is a writer and art critic. His books include Man with a Blue Scarf (in which he recounts the experience of being painted by Freud); Modernists and Mavericks; Spring Cannot be Cancelled, with David Hockney; A History of Pictures, with David Hockney; Shaping the World: Sculpture from Prehistory to Now, with Antony Gormley; Love Lucian: The Letters of Lucian Freud, 19391954, with David Dawson; and Venice: City of Pictures, all published by Thames & Hudson.

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Book SynopsisWomen Pioneers of the Arts & Crafts MovementWomen of the era took part in, and often led, the founding of exhibitions, societies, art schools, and small craft industries. Some were activists and social disruptors while using their skills and talents to make a living. This book highlights the versatility and range of these talented women, who worked across a host of disciplines, including textile design, embroidery, bookbinding, illustration, painting, enameling, stained glass, metalwork, furniture design, and architecture. It is richly illustrated with a wide array of their work, much of it previously unpublished. Featuring objects from the V&A''s renowned Arts and Crafts collection, the book also includes key pieces from other museums and private collections across the UK.

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Book SynopsisWhy should an artist's way of looking at the world have any meaning for us? Any artwork reflects the artist's intentions, but also its times: therefore all art is political

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Book Synopsis''The most original and illuminating study of the subject'' New YorkerPhotographs are everywhere. From high art to family albums to legal evidence, they capture and document the world around us. And whether we use them to expose, reveal or remember, they hold an enduring power.In this essential and revelatory volume, Susan Sontag confronts important questions surrounding the power dynamics between photographer and subject, the blurred boundary between lived events and recreated images, and the desires that lead us to record our lives.''Complex and contradictory... one of America''s greatest public intellectuals'' Observer''Susan Sontag offers enough food for thought to satisfy the most intellectual of appetites'' The Times''A brilliant analysis of the profound changes photographic images have had in our way of looking at the world, and at ourselves, over the years'' Washington Post

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Book SynopsisImmerse yourself in the stunning, dynamic world of Destiny with never-before-seen art and exclusive interviews from the Bungie team.The Art of Destiny, Volume 3 is a celebration of the stunning, dynamic visual style beloved by Destiny fans. Featuring hundreds of pieces of concept art, the book picks up where the previous volume left off in 2017. It features everything from early sketches and illustrations of characters, to paintings of sweeping vistas used to shape the in-game worlds. With stunning imagery, interviews with the development team, and more, The Art of Destiny, Volume 3 is a must-have for Guardians everywhere! ORIGINAL CONCEPT ART: Includes many never-before-seen concept art of the various Alien tribes, including: the Fallen, the Hive, the Vex, the Cabal, and the Taken. EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS: Hear from the development team and creators of Destiny as they delve deeper into the Light and Darkness saga. PEOPLE, PLACES, AND WEAPONS: Experience an in-depth look at the compelling characters, detailed environments, and incredible weaponry that brings the war to save our solar system to life. A STUNNING COMPANION: This exquisitely crafted hardcover book is perfect for all Guardians and fans of Destiny. Complete your collection with this gorgeous third volume in the Art of Destiny series.

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Book SynopsisSri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa fused local construction traditions with modern forms and sensibility to create harmonious and pleasurable buildings that have become legendary in the region and influential around the world. This volume is a documentation and appreciation of the man and his work.

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Book Synopsis''Insightful and original'' - Lisa Hilton''Roe has a deep knowledge of the period and the milieu.'' - Sue PrideauxLong overdue . . . [Roe] brings Picasso's lovers and muses from the shadows into the limelight.' - Herald''A compelling tale . . . Brilliantly insightful and well-written.'' - TimesFernande Olivier, Olga Khokhlova, Marie-Therese Walter, Dora Maar, Francoise Gilot, and Jacqueline Roque. These six extraordinary women shared Pablo Picasso's life and were instrumental in his career, yet they have long been dismissed as simply passive models or muses.Hidden Portraits reveals that their lives were - without exception - remarkable. All six were unconventional, independent and talented. All six were tested, both by Picasso's subterfuges and betrayals, and the wider social turbulence they lived through. The extent to which each influenced Picasso's art in major new directions has never been fully acknowledged.Sue Roe delves deeply into the truth of the women's experiences for the first time, to tell the story of Picasso's women from their point of view. Her enthralling book spans seventy years, from Bohemian early twentieth century Montmartre to the glittering Riviera in the 1920s, through Paris under Nazi occupation and beyond Picasso's final years of seclusion.The result is a riveting, atmospheric read about six fascinating and charismatic women, outstanding in their own time, whose individual stories have up to now been glossed over or hidden from view.

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Book SynopsisOne part history book, one part art book, and one part fascinating memoir, this book is an overview of more than two centuries of tattoo history intermixed with an intimate look at the lives of tattoo artists, and the personal struggles and triumphs, occupational hazards, and artistic courage that have defined so much of this history. For the last forty years, Henk Schiffmacher has poured his heart and soul into his collection, amassing tattoo drawings, designs, photographs, and artifacts from around the world. Each of the book’s chapters features many never-before-seen highlights from this collection and includes lithographs, etchings, tattooing instruments, original drawings, and tattoo designs known in the business as flash, among them extremely rare vintage flash sheets from major players in early Western tattooing. The vastness and variety of tattooing around the world is chronicled in the book’s hundreds of images, including the indigenous tattooing of the Māori and South Pacific islanders, the ancient traditions of Asia, and the origins of old-school Western tattooing in Europe and the United States. The book also features a dozen original illustrations by Schiffmacher in his inimitable style. Schiffmacher brings a fascinating perspective to tattoo history through his personal reflections and wild tales of adventure. In this book, we learn not only about the history of tattooing, but also about the adventures behind the making of one of the largest tattoo collections in the world, by a self-taught tattoo artist in love with the art and its innovators.Trade Review“A priceless mine of gold and ink.” * liberation.fr *“This book is so badass, loaded with fantastic shit from the history of tattooing that I’ve collected over 40 years. There’s a lot of stuff in it that’s never been seen before. This has been a serious labor of love.” * Henk Schiffmacher *

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Book SynopsisFive women revolutionize the modern art world in postwar America in this gratifying, generous, and lush true story from a National Book Award and Pulitzer Prize finalist (Jennifer Szalai, New York Times).Set amid the most turbulent social and political period of modern times, Ninth Street Women is the impassioned, wild, sometimes tragic, always exhilarating chronicle of five women who dared to enter the male-dominated world of twentieth-century abstract painting -- not as muses but as artists. From their cold-water lofts, where they worked, drank, fought, and loved, these pioneers burst open the door to the art world for themselves and countless others to come.Gutsy and indomitable, Lee Krasner was a hell-raising leader among artists long before she became part of the modern art world''s first celebrity couple by marrying Jackson Pollock. Elaine de Kooning, whose brilliant mind and peerless charm made her the emotional center of the New York School, used her work and words to build a bridge between the avant-garde and a public that scorned abstract art as a hoax. Grace Hartigan fearlessly abandoned life as a New Jersey housewife and mother to achieve stardom as one of the boldest painters of her generation. Joan Mitchell, whose notoriously tough exterior shielded a vulnerable artist within, escaped a privileged but emotionally damaging Chicago childhood to translate her fierce vision into magnificent canvases. And Helen Frankenthaler, the beautiful daughter of a prominent New York family, chose the difficult path of the creative life.Her gamble paid off: At twenty-three she created a work so original it launched a new school of painting. These women changed American art and society, tearing up the prevailing social code and replacing it with a doctrine of liberation. In Ninth Street Women, acclaimed author Mary Gabriel tells a remarkable and inspiring story of the power of art and artists in shaping not just postwar America but the future.

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Book Synopsis''[Greenlaw] wields her erudition lightly.'' Sunday TimesRemarkable, visionary.' CELIA PAULIndescribably brilliant.' Daily TelegraphKaleidoscopic.' GuardianA rare pleasure . . . rewarding and thought-provoking.' Irish TimesFrom the celebrated poet, novelist and memoirist, The Vast Extent is a constellation of exploded essays about light and image, seeing and the unseen. Each is a record of how thought builds and ideas emerge, aligning art, myth, strange voyages and scientific scrutiny with a poet's response so that they cast light upon each other.In this original and illuminating work, Lavinia Greenlaw invites us to observe our world and beyond with a new sensitivity.

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Book Synopsis'If you want to learn about gouache, this should keep you satisfied for a very long time.' Artbookreview.net If you love painting with watercolour and are ready to experiment with something different, then the versatile medium of gouache could be just the thing for you. Gouache is water-based, quick-drying and, can be painted light over dark as well as dark over light. Ideal for the beginner, it can be used thinly in a watercolour style, or more thickly as with oils or acrylics. This guide covers all the materials and tools required and has a comprehensive techniques section that includes overlaying colours, colour blending and troubleshooting. Experienced author Jeremy Ford takes you through three simple, step-by-step projects, each showcasing a unique style of painting with gouache. Numerous finished paintings are included to demonstrate the range of subjects, styles and techniques that you can achieve, and encourage you to develop your own style of painting using this exciting medium.Trade ReviewIf gouache is a medium you've been wanting to explore, this fantastic book gives you everything you need! An often overlooked medium, Jeremy present this 'opaque watercolour' via using a wide variety of styles and subjects. Ge us a patient and confident teacher and it's impossible not to be enthused by the results he produces here. * The SAA *Quick-drying and water-based, gouache is the ideal medium for the beginner as it is so forgiving and work can be painted over if corrections are necessary. In The Art of Gouache, experienced author Jeremy Ford, introduces us to the medium, with information on materials and tools and comprehensive descriptions of techniques, including overlaying colours, colour blending and troubleshooting. Jeremy clearly illustrates the exciting possibilities the medium offers, with plenty of paintings in various styles to inspire you. Three step-by-step projects are included; Rosebay Willowherb; Ullswater Lake; and Red Onion Still Life. * Leisure Painter, May 2019 *'Just as they did with Oil Pastels, Search Press have set out to rescue a Cinderella medium and, in Jeremy Ford, they’ve found an author who’s prepared not merely to look at the medium, but to champion and challenge it. A substantial book with plenty of illustrations, examples, lessons, exercises and demonstrations, this is as thorough and comprehensive a guide as you could wish for. Jeremy not only discusses materials and techniques, but looks at just about every way gouache can be used, from straightforward representation to poster-style and to images that look almost photographic. Subjects include landscapes, flowers, people and animals and there’s plenty of instruction as well as discussion of what you might want to do and how to tackle it.' 'If you want to learn about gouache, this should keep you satisfied for a very long time.' Read the full review here. -- Henry Malt * Artbookreview.net *Table of ContentsIntroduction 6 What is gouache? 8 Materials 12 Getting started 16 Colour and light 22 THE ART OF GOUACHE 32 Gouache techniques 34 Overcoming common problems 52 Project: Rosebay Willowherb 54 CREATIVE GOUACHE 66 POSTER STYLE 74 Introducing poster style 76 Project: Ullswater Lake 80 ILLUSTRATIVE STYLE 94 Introducing illustrative style 96 Project: Red Onion Still Life 102 Moving forwards 114 Composition 116 Painting portraits 126 Painting animals 132 Framing and mounting 140 Afterword 143 Index 144

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Book SynopsisL.S. Lowry's famous urban landscapes and self-titled matchstick men' have captured the imagination of generation after generation. Get a sense of his work with this week-to-view desk diary filled with his myriad drawings and paintings. Created in association with The Lowry and printed on FSC-certified paper.

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Book SynopsisThis 3D artwork leaps off the page and is waiting to be brought to life with colour

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