Art & Photography Books
Beta-Plus New Cosmopolitan Living
Book SynopsisThe successor to the bestselling Cosmopolitan Living - 15 new city houses and apartments from all over the world, each one with a strong metropolitan feel.Includes: Maddux Creative, London; Helena Clunies Ross, New York; Sebastiaan Van Maanen/Ramses Caesar, Amsterdam; Brent Buck Architects, New York; Messana O'Rorke, New York; Nadine Fabry, Düsseldorf; Ooaa, Madrid; Steven Van Dooren, Amsterdam; Pupil Office, Singapore; Hauvette & Madani, Cologny (Switzerland); Mathieson Kurraba (Australia); Studio Liu Sydney (Australia); Rodolphe Parente, Paris.
£73.95
Quart Publishers MarieJosé Van Hee Architecten More Home More
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£44.55
Skylight Edition Volcanic Girls
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£17.95
Thames & Hudson Ltd Islamic Geometric Design
Book SynopsisIslamic geometric designs are admired worldwide for their beauty and intricacy, yet in truth they are seldom understood. In this volume, the author analyses and explains these complex designs in their historical and physical context.Trade Review'Islamic Geometric Design' is one of the best studies on the market and represents essential reading for studying and understanding Islamic geometric design' - islamicartsmagazine.com'A great survey … beautifully illustrated, with clear explanations of the underlying principles of the art form' - Clifton Life
£38.25
Thames & Hudson Ltd Moments of Mindfulness Indian Wisdom
Book SynopsisDanielle and Olivier Föllmi have co-written over 15 books. They are the official photographers of the Dalai Lama and recipient of the prestigious World Press award.Table of ContentsPreface • c.130 photographs paired with a Indian saying or insight
£8.50
Skylight Edition Michelle H
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£21.25
Yale University Press Aldo van Eyck
Book SynopsisA comprehensive look at the life and work of one of the 20th century's most influential architectsTrade Review"A well-written, highly accessible overview on the work of a major figure. McCarter clearly knows his craft."—Eeva-Liisa Pelkonen, Yale University -- Eeva-Liisa PelkonenAn Architectural Record 2015 Gift Guide selection -- Jayne Merkel * Architectural Record *“The book delves into the figure of the architect and his concerns, presenting a chronology of his life and work, and portraying a personality and legacy that puts us face to face with a debate that is not just architectural, but also ideological.”— Ernesto Ibáñez, Arquitectura Viva May 2017 -- Ernesto Ibáñez * Arquitectura Viva *
£47.50
Yale University Press The Lost World of Byzantium
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£14.99
Taschen GmbH The National Gallery. Paintings People Portraits
Book SynopsisGet to know the National Gallery's masterworks through the eyes of leading cultural figures and contemporary artists photographed in the Gallery and behind-the-scenes spaces. Organized chronologically, this book tells the story of 700 years of art history through a selection of over 200 paintings in the collection, from Margarito d'Arezzo to Claude Monet.
£148.75
RIBA Publishing New Luxury
Book SynopsisThis book explores what 'luxury' in interior design means today and how to achieve it, and provides inspirational examples of projects from a range of designers that meet the parameters of quiet luxury. Like many other sectors, interior design can be polarised: the luxury, unattainable end, and the cheap and cheerful lower end.This book disregards this dichotomy and shows how designers can avoid a throw-away culture, cleaving to that idea of longevity and high-quality above the cheap and flimsy, even for those with smaller budgets. Illustrated with beautiful examples of projects, this is a book that showcases how interior designers and homeowners alike can achieve an interior space that prioritises quality and sustainability on every kind of budget, focusing on quality fabrics and materials, sustainable credentials and complementary tones.
£42.75
Trolley Books I Am. We Are. Liberty
Book SynopsisEster Coen is an art historian and curator. She is an expert on Italian Futurism, the Metaphysical artists, and the international avant-gardes, and her research for her numerous essays and publications extends from the 1960s to the contemporary scene. She has curated many exhibitions, their subjects ranging from Giorgio de Chirico, Umberto Boccioni, Giacomo Balla, and Henri Matisse, to Richard Serra and Gary Hill. She recently edited the book Futurliberty: Liberty Fabrics and the Avant-Garde (Thames and Hudson, 2023).
£54.00
Taylor & Francis Ltd Studio Photography Essential Skills
Book SynopsisStudio photography is a common career path for aspiring photographers and students but the professional and commercial nature of the field makes it a challenging area to break into.Whilst other introductory books on the subject are often bogged down with too much technical detail or too many 'show-off' shots, Studio Photography: Essential Skills offers a practical and accessible guide to the fundamental techniques for successful studio photography. Whether photographing a person or a product, you need control over the light, mood and look to arrive at the perfect result for a particular assignment. This book takes a commercial and creative approach and considers the important elements of lighting, exposure, capture, art direction and the studio setting to ensure a successful shoot.With a clearly structured learning approach and a wide variety of activities and assignments to inspire and engage you, this is an informative, stimulating guide to the basics. Broaden your skills and increase your earning potential with Studio Photography: Essential Skills!Table of ContentsIntroduction; Characteristics of Light; Exposure and Light Meters; Contrast and Compensation; Sensitivity and Image Capture; Filters; On Location; The Zone System; The Studio; Lighting Techniques; Creative Techniques; Assignments; Glossary
£25.19
Rizzoli International Publications Dustin Pitman Walk Wild Side
Book SynopsisDustin Pittman amassed an archive of 100,000 photographs chronicling the untamed corners of New York City s after-hours nightlife, from shadowy underground haunts to prestigious galleries and clubs. This 'wish I was there' book unveils the vibrant pop culture scene of New York during the 1970s and 80s.
£46.40
Phaidon Press Ltd Graphic Classics
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£55.96
Titan Books Ltd Star Trek Designing Starships Volume 4 Discovery
Book SynopsisFeaturing ships from the first season of STAR TREK: DISCOVERY! The story of how the creative teams reimagined STAR TREK for the 21st Century with previously unseen production art and interviews with the show's artists and designers. Every ship for season 1! Showcasing ships such as the U.S.S. Shenzhou, the U.S.S. Discovery and the Klingon bird-of-prey, this book brings you all the Federation and Klingon ships as they appeared in the decade before Captain James T. Kirk's five-year-mission, and is packed with original concept art from STAR TREK artists John Eaves, Sam Michlap, John 'JD' Dickenson and Goran Delic. This latest volume in the Designing Starships series shows how artists and designers reinvented STAR TREK for a new era, taking the classics and reinventing them to build a whole new look for the Federation and the Klingons featured in the hit Star Trek: Discovery TV series. Explore the process behind the creation of the Starships featured in the hit Star Trek: Discovery TV
£999.99
Blurring Books Cow Corner Cricket World Cup 2024
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£14.99
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Tube Station to Station on the London
Book SynopsisFrom Norman Foster's remarkable station at Canary Wharf to the Yellow-brick vaults of Baker street to the Art Deco exuberance of Arnos Grove, London's tube stations are among its most distinctive and iconic buildings.
£9.49
Prestel Frei Otto
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£40.00
Munch Museum Edvard Munch
Book SynopsisThe jarring emptiness following the loss of a loved one, the expansive out-of-body sensation of sensual touch, the lassitude of melancholy and the ecstatic receptivity to sunshine. His ability to capture and convey sensation and feelings through the materials of art, places the Norwegian artist Edvard Munch (18631944) at the forefront of European art at the turn of the last century.Interestingly, Munch's artistic exploration of perception, and his persistent questioning of the objectivity of vision, intersect with ideas that matured within the fields of psychology and experimental optics at the time.Edvard Munch: Inner Fire examines these connections, demonstrating his continuing exploration of the conditions of sight. The essays in this catalogue examine this phenomenon while also probing a lesser-known aspect of the artist's work: Munch's relationship to Italy.The first essay, Lasse Jacobsen's Edvard Munch. Italian Impressions', explores this connection explicitly, as part of a general overview of Munch's life and work.The second text, Reflections in Munch's Inner Eye' by Patricia G. Berman, charts the art historical context of Munch's exploration of experience's subjective dimension. Emil Leth Meilvang's Seeing without Sight. Munch's Vision', on its part, explores the relationship between Munch's artistic development and simultaneous developments within the perceptual sciences. Edvard Munch. Inner Fire includes essayistic pieces by authors Melania G. Mazzucco and Hanne Ørstavik: I am a Romantic' and Who Am I'. Each demonstrates Munch's continuing ability to light the inner fires of other artists.
£33.25
Abbeville Press Inc.,U.S. The Art of Rock
Book SynopsisElectric, outrageous, erotic, rebellious - rock concert posters are the visual equivalent of the music they advertise. The Art of Rock traces the history of this energising art form from the bold letterpress posters advertising Elvis''s early shows, through the multi-coloured fantasies of the psychedelic era, to the avant-garde collages of new wave and punk. More than 1,500 posters and other graphics - tickets, backstage passes, buttons, handbills - are presented in their original blazing colour (or their stark black and white, as the case may be). The text features dozens of exclusive interviews with musicians, concert promoters, and the poster artists themselves, including legends like Stanley Mouse, Alton Kelley, or Wes Wilson - who also designed the cover of this book. A visual journey through 30 years of rock and roll, as well as a valuable reference, The Art of Rock is an essential volume for every music lover (and art lover).Trade Review"Fascinating and accessible ... useful for both the scholar and the fan" --New York Times "A literate, loving look at the poster's evolution" --Chicago Tribune "It flat-out rocks." --Newsweek "Widely considered the genre's original bible." --San Francisco Chronicle "[This] exhaustively researched compilation brings together more than thirty years' worth of the best and brightest rock posters and art work." --Rolling Stone "There really wasn't such a thing as a rock poster expert until Paul Grushkin established himself as one with his stellar ... Art of Rock" --CMJ New Music Monthly "Rock 'n' roll is here to stay, and the old posters advertising live shows seem to be sticking around too."--The Wall Street Journal
£31.50
British Museum Press The Lacock Cup Objects in Focus
Book SynopsisThe Lacock Cup is a rare object with a unique English history. Made in the 1430s, it is one of a handful of pieces of secular silver from the Middle Ages, which both survived the changing culture of Tudor fashion and the turmoil of the Reformation. The remarkable story of this special cup is brought to life in this short and accessible book.
£6.24
Phaidon Press Ltd WA
Book SynopsisThe beauty and essence of Japanese design through 300 objects.Trade Review'A beautiful compendium ... What a shogun started in the 15th century still has currency today.' – New York Times 'Exquisite ... As an object itself, as well as a fantastic book that will further the knowledge and understanding of the sublime beauty of Japanese design.' – New York Magazine 'Menegazzo and Piotti distill centuries of the wabi-wabi way of life in this elegantly curated photograph album of everyday items... While minimalism might not be everyone's cup of green tea, those with the desire to pare down will surely find inspiration.' – Publishers Weekly 'Explores the beauty, essence, and enduring impact of Japanese design ... Printed on craft paper and bound in the traditional Japanese style with a stitched spine and folded pages, the book itself is an art masterpiece.' – Chopsticks Magazine'For those unfamiliar with the Japanese term 'wa', it can be loosely translated to mean 'harmony.' The concept can be seen in many ways in Japanese culture; in this book it's defined through 250 objects - from a 16th century bamboo case to a 1950s Isamu Noguchi table to a modern-day silk robe by Kenzo. What you can be sure of: everything chosen for the book is beautifully designed - right down to the utilitarian Kikkoman soy sauce bottle.' – The New York Post'I used to be a graphic designer, so I think books as objects, like Phaidon's WA: The Essence of Japanese Design, make exceptional gifts. Intricately bound, it showcases a collection of Japanese products, from food to ceramics.' – DuJour 'An intellectually honest and provocative introduction to the culture of Japanese design practices.' – Identity magazine
£50.96
John Wiley and Sons Ltd Introduction to Clothing Manufacture
Book SynopsisThe revised version of this established textbook provides a unique introduction for students and new entrants to the clothing industry. Profusely illustrated, it sets out a panoramic view of the day-to-day operation of a clothing factory, including management, design, marketing, finance and purchasing as well as quality control and production. The practical aspects of clothing manufacturing are explained, from the original design to deliveries to retail customers, and each of the basic planning and manufacturing technologies is described with many practical examples of their applications. The Authors Gerry Cooklin had over 30 years' experience in the British and Israeli clothing industries and for 12 years was deputy managing director of the Bagis Group in Israel where he was responsible for technology and development. Dr Steven G Hayes is Table of ContentsPreface. Introduction. Acknowledgements. Part 1 THE CLOTHING INDUSTRY. 1 Structure of the Clothing Industry. 2 Sectors of the Clothing Industry. 3 Product Types and Organisation. Part 2 THE ORGANISATION OF A CLOTHING FACTORY. 4 Principles of Management. 5 Design Department. 6 Marketing Department. 7 Finance Department. 8 Purchasing Department. 9 Production Department. 10 Operations Department. Part 3 MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY. 11 Cutting Room. 12 Fusing Technology. 13 Sewing Technology. 14 Pressing Technology. 15 Production Technology. 16 Warehousing. Part 4 ENGINEERING AND QUALITY CONTROL. 17 Production Engineering. 18 Quality Systems and Methods. Bibliography. Index
£31.45
Special Interest Model Books Peacock I Airbrushing and Spray Painting Manual
Book SynopsisA complete guide to the art and techniques of airbrushing and spray painting. This book will be of immense value to all modellers.Table of ContentsHistory of Airbrushes and Spray Guns. Basic Technology. Airbrushes. Spray Guns. Compressors. Building a Compressor. Materials. Health and Safety. Basic Practice Steps. Spraying Accessories. Spraying Techniques for Scale and Non-Scale Models. Customising Techniques for Full Size Cars. Special Techniques for Small Scale Models (1/72nd Plastic Kits and 00 Gauge Railways). Summary of Equipment. Useful Addresses.
£11.67
Special Interest Model Books Measuring Marking Metals
Book SynopsisModel engineers and many small workshops do not need, or have access to, much of the sophisticated measuring equipment used in industry. Accurate marking out and measurement by more basic means at all stages of work are comprehensively described by an expert engineer.Table of ContentsConcepts of Measurement. Rules and Calipers. Micrometers. Vernier Caliper Gauges. Dial Gauges. Angular Measurement. General Marking-Out Tools. Tools For Marking Castings, Forgings, etc. Marking Out Sheet Components. Interpreting Drawings. Summary. A Practical Exam.
£10.90
Island Press Tactical Urbanism: Short-term Action for
Book SynopsisShort-term, community-based projects - from pop-up parks to open streets initiatives - have become a powerful and adaptable new tool of urban activists, planners, and policy-makers seeking to drive lasting improvements in their cities and beyond. These quick, often low-cost, and creative projects are the essence of the Tactical Urbanism movement. Whether creating vibrant plazas seemingly overnight or re-imagining parking spaces as local gathering places, they offer a way to gain public and government support for investing in permanent projects, inspiring residents and civic leaders to experience and shape urban spaces in a new way. Tactical Urbanism, written by Mike Lydon and Anthony Garcia, two founders of the movement, promises to be the foundational guide for urban transformation. The authors begin with an in-depth history of the Tactical Urbanism movement and its place among other social, political, and urban planning trends, and a detailed set of case studies demonstrate the breadth and scalability of tactical urbanism interventions. Finally, the book provides a detailed toolkit for conceiving, planning, and carrying out projects, including how to adapt them based on local needs and challenges. Tactical Urbanism will inspire and empower a new generation of engaged citizens, urban designers, land use planners, architects, and policymakers to become key actors in the transformation of their communities.
£23.40
Victionary PALETTE mini 08: Iridescent: Holographics in
Book SynopsisSince it was first released, the original PALETTE series has been an instrumental source of colour-themed references for designers around the world. 8 editions later, in keeping with the demands of creative practitioners today, the PALETTE mini series was introduced at the end of 2019 as flip-friendly versions of the originals – redesigned into a more compact size with minimal layouts for instant inspiration. PALETTE mini 08 – Iridescent explores the myriad of possibilities that result from multi-coloured illusions that shift with the viewer’s vantage point through projects from all around the world. Whether its kaleidoscopic nature is utilised to create depth and dimension or to transform physical attributes and perspectives, discover how some of the best designers are experimenting with holographic hues to generate visuals and objects that intrigue.
£21.25
Artifice Press More Space for Architecture: The Work of
Book SynopsisMore Space for Architecture features a fascinating selection of buildings and projects designed by Sheila O'Donnell and John Tuomey over a seven-year period, from 2015 to 2021. Unbuilt and unpublished designs act like stepping stones to trace a continuous path between a wide range of recent and realised works, which includes schools, universities, housing, artist collaborations and public buildings. Context-sensitive buildings on complex and difficult sites in Dublin, Cork and Budapest are outlined and presented in detail for the reader, from conceptual sketches through to completion. Competition-winning projects under construction include the highly public V&A East and Sadler's Wells East, both currently on site at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford, London; the new Academic Hub in TU Dublin's city centre campus; and the brand new extension at the School of Architecture at Liverpool University. The book also features a collection of reflective essays written by O'Donnell + Tuomey, which includes a selection of O'Donnell's characteristic watercolour studies, expanding on ideas aired in public lectures and developed in studio conversations.More Space for Architecture is a companion volume to the earlier monograph from O'Donnell + Tuomey, Space for Architecture, first published by Artifice Press in 2014 and one of the publishing house's biggest sellers.
£26.96
Cengage Learning, Inc Landscape Construction
Book SynopsisHelps your students understand the process of construction and implementation of a multitude of exterior hardscape construction projects. This book begins with the preparation for construction and follows through to the installation of the final elements of the landscape project.Table of ContentsSECTION 1: BEFORE CONSTRUCTION BEGINS. 1. The Landscape Construction Process. 2. Legal Requirements. 3. Interpreting Construction Documents. 4. Construction Math. 5. Project Pricing. 6. Safety in the Workplace. 7. Basic Construction Techniques and Equipment Operation. 8. Construction Staking. SECTION 2: SITE PREPARATION. 9. Preservation of Existing Site Elements. 10. Removing Unwanted Site Elements. SECTION 3: GRADING, SITE DRAINAGE, AND EROSION PROTECTION. 11. Site Grading. 12. Site Drainage. 13. Erosion Control. SECTION 4: SITE UTILITIES. 14. DC Site Lighting and Related Electrical Work. 15. Water and Irrigation System Installation. SECTION 5: LANDSCAPE RETAINING WALLS AND STAIRS. 16. Materials and Installation Techniques for Retaining Walls. 17. Timber Retaining Walls. 18. Segmental Precast Unit Retaining Walls. 19. Dry-Laid Stone Retaining Walls. 20. Gabion Retaining Walls. 21. Stairs. SECTION 6: LANDSCAPE PAVING. 22. Materials and Site Preparation for Paving. 23. Concrete Paving. 24. Unit Pavers. 25. Dry-Laid Stone Paving. 26. Mortared Paving. 27. Granular and Open Cellular Paving. SECTION 7: WOOD LANDSCAPE STRUCTURES. 28. Materials for Exterior Carpentry. 29. Wood Decks and Platforms. 30. Wood Stairs, Railings, Seating, and Skirting. 31. Overhead Structures. SECTION 8: FENCES AND FREESTANDING WALLS. 32. Fencing. 33. Freestanding Walls. SECTION 9: SITE AMENITIES. 34. Water Features and Bridges. 35. Site Furniture, Signage, Prefabricated Playground Equipment, Outdoor Kitchens, and Patio Amenities. 36. Edging, Planters, and Plant Protection Equipment. SECTION 10: PLANTING. 37. Plant Material Installation. 38. Establishment of Turf and Meadows.
£65.99
Headline Publishing Group Conversations from Calais: Sharing Refugee
Book Synopsis'A beautiful, deeply affecting and powerful marriage between art and activism' - KHALED HOSSEINI, bestselling author of The Kite Runner'These are vital conversations. Everyone should eavesdrop on them'- KAMILA SHAMSIE, author of award-winning bestseller Home FireConversations From Calais is a global art movement that captures moments between volunteers and refugees in poster form. Pasted on our city walls these posters amplify marginalised voices and bear witness to those who are often ignored.Features essay contributions by Osman Yousefzada, Gulwali Passarlay, Nish Kumar, Joudie Kalla, Waad Al-Kateab, Yasmin Alibhai-Brown, Ai Weiwei and Inua Ellams.'Showcases what the world so desperately needs more of right now: heart, hope and humanity' - EMMA GANNON, author & podcaster'These conversations remind us that the only difference between ourselves and anyone else is circumstance' - OLIVE GRAY, actorTrade Review'Conversations from Calais showcases what the world so desperately needs more of right now: heart, hope and humanity' -- Emma Gannon, writer and podcaster'A beautiful, deeply affecting and powerful marriage between art and activism' -- Khaled Hosseini, bestselling author of The Kite Runner
£13.49
Dover Publications Inc. Creative Haven American Landscapes Color by
Book SynopsisA travelogue of great American vistas includes scenes from Yosemite National Park, Monument Valley, Boulder Mountain, Fossil Butte National Monument, Enders State Forest, and many other landscapes of rugged natural beauty. Use the simple color guide to complete the 46 breathtaking scenes there are also thumbnail guides on the inside covers. Illustrations are printed on one side of the perforated pages for easy removal and display. Specially designed for experienced colorists, American Landscapes Color by Number and other Creative Haven coloring books offer an escape to a world of inspiration and artistic fulfillment.
£8.54
Quarry Books Watercolor Your Way
Book SynopsisWatercolor Your Way meets you right where you are with watercolor. Whether you’re dipping your toe in, cannon-balling in, or honing your craft—this book is for you. Written and illustrated by artist Sarah Cray, co-founder of the art education platform Let’s Make Art, Watercolor Your Way is designed to inform and guide you at your current skill level. Each of four chapters focuses on different techniques and supplies, building on each other so you can bring your watercolor art to the next level. Instead of presenting everything about paints, color mixing, and techniques all at once, it’s offered in four small installments, with frequently asked questions, pro tips, and projects geared toward where you are on your artistic path, so you can get to the fun part—creating with watercolor—faster! For Those Just Starting Out. Focuses on just t
£16.19
Museum of Modern Art Weather, Weather
Book SynopsisCan a photograph capture the sensation of a warm spring breeze or the smell of freshly fallen snow? Weather, Weather, the third volume in a series of creative collaborations between renowned artist and bestselling author Maira Kalman, New York Times bestselling author Daniel Handler (aka Lemony Snicket), and The Museum of Modern Art, New York, is an evocative exploration of the physical environments captured in photographs from around the world. From the rainy streets of Paris to a sun-dappled pool in Beverly Hills, from steamy summer sidewalks in Brooklyn to snow-covered fields in Japan, the photographs depict much more than what first meets the eye. Featuring vibrant new paintings by Kalman inspired by these photographs and poetic prose by Handler that bring the images to life, Weather, Weather is a tender reflection on the passing of seasons, perspective, and memory.
£10.80
Yale University Press Van Dyck
Book SynopsisSir Anthony van Dyck (1599-1641) is among the greatest portrait painters of all time. This manual is a catalogue raisonne of his painted ouevre, and includes a reproduction of every known authentic painting by the artist, the provenance and the significant facts and literature on each.
£118.75
Titan Books Ltd The Art of Watch Dogs
Book SynopsisOne of the most hotly anticipated games from E3 2012, Watch Dogs received over 80 official nominations and awards including IGN’s Best New Franchise Award, Gamespot’s Editor’s Choice Award and Eurogamer’s Game of the Show Award. The Art of Watch Dogs is an in-depth review of Ubisoft’s amazing new game with extensive concept and development art and detailed creator commentary. The first of its kind for a franchise that is certain to be a future classic, the book will explore the technology-controlled world of Watch Dogs, taking readers on a visual guide through Aiden Pearce’s quest to turn Chicago’s Central Operating System (CtOS) against its corrupt owners.
£21.24
Taylor & Francis Ltd Draping Period Costumes Classical Greek to
Book SynopsisDraping Period Costumes provides you with the skill set you need to break away from two-dimensional patterns to drape three dimensional costumes. The basics of draping are explained in precise detail, followed by step-by-step draping projects from multiple historical periods. Packed with photographs that illustrate every seam, pleat, and tuck, youâll never be lost with this comprehensive guide. -Includes information on measurements, necessary tools, and basic rules of draping -Covers costumes for both men and women - Discusses appropriate period under garments and fabric choicesLet expert draper Sharon Sobel teach you all you need to know to perfectly drape any period costume!Table of ContentsIntroduction Overview and objectivesChapter 1 Getting StartedChapter 2 Early, Unstructured GarmentsChapter 3 Cut and shaped to fitChapter 4 The Height of Artificial SilhouetteChapter 5 The Men return to softness. Chapter 6 .while the women remain tightly lacedChapter 7 The introduction of tailoring to the man's costumeChapter 8 Variety of fit in the 18th century woman's costume Chapter 9 Neoclassical eleganceChapter 10 Revolutionary menswearChapter 11 Romantic womenswearChapter 12 The Victorian gentlemanChapter 13 The Victorian lady Chapter 14 SkirtsGlossaryBibilography
£32.99
Merrell Publishers Ltd Hunting with Eagles: In the Realm of the
Book SynopsisKazakh nomads have been grazing their livestock near the Altai Mountains in western Mongolia for many hundreds of years. Here, in this desolate landscape, where temperatures plummet to minus 40 degrees Celsius in winter, live the last of the men who use eagles to hunt on horseback. Rugged, formidable, proud, the golden eagles share the same qualities as the men with whom they ride. Only the toughest survive here. Fascinated by the special bond that develops between hunter and eagle, award-winning photographer Palani Mohan has spent the last few years documenting the burkitshi, as the hunters are known in Kazakh. As Mohan explains in his introduction to a collection of breathtaking duotone images, this is a culture under threat. There are no more than 50 to 60 'true' hunters left, and each winter claims a few more. Having taken a pup from the nest, given it pride of place in their home and trained it, all hunters describe the eagle as part of their family. With its massive wingspan, sharp eyesight and powerful, flesh-tearing beak and talons, the golden eagle is the perfect predator. Its usual prey, fox, provides a welcome meal for the hunter's family, while the pelt can be made into warm clothing. Mohan's photographs of the stark landscape, the isolation of the hunt, and most of all the trusting relationship between man and bird, convey the huge importance that the eagle plays in the lives of the last remaining Kazakh hunters. This is an enthralling, timely record of these noble men and their majestic eagles in an unforgiving part of the planet. AUTHOR: Indian born, Australian raised Palani Mohan is an award-winning photographer whose work has been featured in many international publications, including National Geographic, Stern, Geo, the New York Times, Timeand Newsweek. He has previously published four books, including 'Hidden Faces of India' (2002) and 'Vanishing Giants: Elephants of Asia' (2008). He currently lives in Hong Kong. SELLING POINTS: . Stunning duotone images document the unique relationship between the hunters and their eagles . A captivating, sensitive appreciation of a little-known and now threatened way of life . Will appeal to anyone interested in disappearing cultures and to lovers of travel and nature photography 85 duotone photos, 1 mapTable of ContentsIntroduction; Hunting with Eagles; Acknowledgements
£25.50
Philip Wilson Publishers Ltd Edward Bawden
Book SynopsisThis comprehensive survey of the career of Edward Bawden (1903-89) accompanies a major exhibition at Dulwich Picture Gallery and brings together his most significant work in watercolour, printmaking, design and illustration. Bawden began his career in the 1920s as a precociously talented designer and illustrator, and he successfully reinvented himself time and again as the decades passed while always retaining a distinctive freshness, humour and humanity in his work. The book explores in depth the most significant creative periods of Bawden’s life and is fully illustrated throughout.Table of ContentsINTRODUCTORY ESSAY/PREFACE: Peyton Skipwith MAIN ESSAY: James Russell CATALOGUE SECTIONS: Section: 1 World off Duty 17 artworks full page + 13 display case material Section 2: Gardening 17 artworks full page + 10 display case material Section 3: Spirit of Place 12 artworks full page Section 4: Portraits 21 artworks Section 5: Architecture 10 artworks full page + 9 display case material Section 6: Fable & Fantasy 31 artworks full page + 12 display case material
£22.50
Princeton Architectural Press Wild Sea Notecards
Book SynopsisThis handsome boxed set of notecards features art based on the wild and edible seaweeds of Ireland. The set contains six stunning designs, two of each. Rich colors and bold graphic shapes give a modern edge to a classic subject with timeless naturalist appeal. The box top is textured to evoke the printmaking paper of the original art.Trade Review"Nestled on the west coast of Ireland you’ll find a colourful design studio called Superfolk, headed up by wife-and-husband team Jo Anne Butler and Gearoid Muldowney. The duo’s designs are inspired by their love of the great outdoors, and all of the artwork that comes out of their Clew Bay headquarters is based on their local environment – be that beautiful paper prints, wooden trivets or metal candle holders in the shape of a meandering river. We’re obsessing over these wild sea notecards, a collection of 12 which are sploshed with different types of beautiful seaweed. The set of illustrations features six vivid designs, from bladderwrack, sea spaghetti and Atlantic wakame to kombu kelp. All of which sound like things the BFG might grow in his allotment." Emerald Street "Send the beautiful designs of Mayo printmakers Superfolk with their new set of notecards. The rich colours and graphic shapes of these Irish seaweeds mean you can send art, as well as good wishes." Garden Heaven, the annual magazine from IMAGE Publications
£999.99
The New York Review of Books, Inc The Labyrinth
Book SynopsisA seminal work by an artist whose drawings in The New Yorker, LIFE, Harper''s Bazaar, and many other publications influenced an entire generation of American artists and writers.Saul Steinberg’s The Labyrinth, first published in 1960 and long out of print, is more than a simple catalog or collection of drawings. These carefully arranged pages record a brilliant, constantly evolving imagination confronting modern life. Here is Steinberg, as he put it at the time, discovering and inventing a great variety of events: "Illusion, talks, music, women, cats, dogs, birds, the cube, the crocodile, the museum, Moscow and Samarkand (winter, 1956), other Eastern countries, America, motels, baseball, horse racing, bullfights, art, frozen music, words, geometry, heroes, harpies, etc.” This edition, featuring a new introduction by Nicholson Baker, an afterword by Harold Rosenberg, and new notes on the artwork, will allow readers to discover this unique and wondrous book all over again.
£23.80
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Dress Detective
Book SynopsisThe Dress Detective is the first practical guide to analyzing fashion objects, clearly demonstrating how their close analysis can enhance and enrich interdisciplinary research. This accessible book provides readers with the tools to uncover the hidden stories in garments, setting out a carefully developed research methodology specific to dress, and providing easy-to-use checklists that guide the reader through the process. Beautifully illustrated, the book contains seven case studies of fashionable Western garments ranging from an 1820s coat to a 2004 Kenzo jacket that articulate the methodological framework for the process, illustrate the use of the checklists, and show how evidence from the garment itself can be used to corroborate theories of dress or fashion.This book outlines a skillset that has, until now, typically been passed on informally. Written in plain language, it will give any budding fashion historian, curator, or researcher the knowledge and confidence to anaTrade ReviewDetective work is integral to fashion history research, yet very little has been written on how to go about it. Ingrid Mida and Alexandra Kim fill that gap in the bookshelf with The Dress Detective. … A concise, well organized, and extremely accessible book that deserves a place on the bookshelf of anyone interested in fashion research. -- Katy Werlin * The Fashion Historian *Both accessible and academic and a significant contribution to the study of [the history of Western dress] ... This book is well designed and a pleasure to look at. It functions as a practical manual, a ‘how to’ book, a reference work and an enjoyable read for anyone interested in this subject. * Costume *Enormously useful for the budding fashion historian or curator, this publication provides a textbook approach to the study of dress artefacts as a source for research. The authors, both of whom have curatorial backgrounds, provide a practice-based framework and a range of interesting case studies to instruct readers in the methods for observing and reflecting upon objects of dress. This accessible guide will surely become a crucial source for students of fashion studies. * Catwalk: The Journal of Fashion, Beauty and Style *For post-secondary students on fashion courses with access to study garments, or for the novice researcher investigating in a museum or private collection, this book would be an invaluable resource. Even individuals with experience in handling fashion objects may glean new tips, or be reminded of best practice when closely examining dress objects, or in relating these findings to broader socio-economic, historical, or theoretical contexts. This book would also be a useful addition to the shelf of fashion collections in museums, to assist when training staff and volunteers in collection inventory or exhibit preparation. The Dress Detective gives clear clues to becoming a sartorial sleuth. * Museum & Society *The Dress Detective provides an easy-to-use guide for how to look at a dress object and to consider its meaning. The framework, which the authors call “a slow approach to seeing,” involves three steps: observation, reflection, and interpretation. It is a revision of Prown’s model of description, deduction, and speculation. * ITAA Online *For the first time, The Dress Detective offers a clear and systematic framework for the object-based study of dress. Advocating a ‘Slow Approach to Seeing’, it arms readers with the tools to learn this important research skill while encouraging them through well-chosen case studies to measure their findings against inter-disciplinary and theoretical writing on fashion. * Edwina Ehrman, Fashion Curator and Historian, UK *This is the book we have been waiting for without realizing it! The Dress Detective offers a rigorous and entirely accessible guide to examining and thinking about dress using objects as evidence. Case studies and checklists guide the reader – specialist and non-specialist alike – to explore and articulate garment construction, materials, design, alterations and the nuances of wear. I have no doubt it will become a seminal text. * Amy de la Haye, Joint Director of the Centre for Fashion Curation, London College of Fashion, UK *The Dress Detective is a smart, accessible text that provides a long-overdue methodology for examining clothing and accessories. This book is essential for new students, but its concise framework will also be useful to seasoned researchers. Diverse, thorough case studies demonstrate the combination of visual analysis, history, and theory that is crucial to fashion studies today. * Colleen Hill, Associate Curator, The Museum at FIT, New York, USA *A long–anticipated guide to object–based dress research … I recommend this outstanding volume to students and faculty alike. * The Journal of Dress History *This book operates as a kind of practical aid, offering a comprehensive methodological framework to both scholars and students. * Textile History *Table of ContentsForeword, Jean L. Druesedow, Kent State University Museum, USA Acknowledgments Introduction Chapter 1: A Brief History of Object-based Research with Dress Artifacts Chapter 2: How to Read a Dress Artifact Chapter 3: Observation Chapter 4: Reflection Chapter 5: Interpretation Chapter 6: Case Study of a Yellow Woolen Pelisse Chapter 7: Case Study of a Gray-blue Sateen Corset Chapter 8: Case Study of a Brown Velveteen and Wool Bodice Chapter 9: Case study of a Man’s Evening Suit Tailcoat and Trousers Chapter 10: Case Study of a Lanvin Wedding Dress and Headpiece Chapter 11: Case Study of a Ruby Red Velvet Jacket by Christian Dior Chapter 12: Case study of a Kimono-Style Jacket by Kenzo Appendix 1: Checklist for Observation Appendix 2: Checklist for Reflection Index
£28.49
Abbeville Press Inc.,U.S. The Art of Arousal Revised Edition
Book SynopsisErotic encounters have been celebrated by artists from the beginning of time. This irresistible volume presents 120 of the most engagingly erotic paintings, sculptures, prints, and drawings from diverse eras and cultures, coupled with revealing commentaries about their sexual and aesthetic content.Organised unlike any other collection of erotic images, The Art of Arousal traces the course of a sensual relationship. It begins by examining the elements of eroticism, and then progresses from flirtation and seduction through kisses and other foreplay before ultimately arriving at consummation and blissful exhaustion. The irrepressible Dr. Ruth explores every element of sexuality in these provocative works of art, including the pleasures of looking, creative fantasising, and the effects on male and female pleasure of the various positions depicted.All the works in this book have been chosen to meet two essential criteria: everyone portrayed must be having a good time, and each image must satisfy the high aesthetic standards of Dr. Ruth and an art historian friend, who writes with witty scholarship about the artistic and biographical aspects of these remarkable images.Now available in a revised edition that includes stimulating new works by contemporary creators, The Art of Arousal is the perfect gift for your lover who loves art.
£17.09
Continuum Publishing Corporation Looking for Calvin and Hobbes
Book SynopsisFor ten years Calvin and Hobbes was one of the world's most beloved comic strips. And then, on the last day of 1995, the strip ended. Its mercurial and reclusive creator, Bill Watterson, not only finished the strip but withdrew entirely from public life. This title traces the life and career of the intensely private man behind Calvin and Hobbes.Trade Review"'Martell, who wears his fan heart on his sleeve, travels far and wide to gather pieces of Watterson lore. He interviews former syndicate employees, comic strip artists from the past and present, and some of Watterson's closest confidants. By doing so, Martell walks a fine line between diligent journalist and obsessive fan. But his journey is a reminder that some things can't be recaptured, no matter how much we may wish otherwise.' -The New York Times, "The Moment" blog 'This story of Nevin Martell's search for the elusive Bill Watterson, the J.D. Salinger of the cartoon world, is so richly infused with the spirit of "Calvin and Hobbes," the genuine innocence and affection and humor, it doesn't even matter that the author never meets his subject' -The Los Angeles Times Book Review"Table of ContentsPrologue; 1. Working on a Dream; 2. Making Friends; 3. Standing on the Shoulders of Giants; 4. A Boy And His Tiger; 5. Calvin in Wonderland; 6. Welcome to the Machine; 7. This is How You Disappear; 8. Under the Influence; 9. There and Back Again; 10. The Future is Always Uncertain; Epilogue.
£15.99
Yale University Press Henry Scott Tuke
Book SynopsisA timely survey of this significant British artist and the complexities surrounding his work and reputation today
£23.75
New Society Publishers Essential Hempcrete Construction The Complete
Book Synopsis The essential guide to hempcrete - a strong, versatile, environmentally friendly, energy-efficient natural insulating material Hempcrete is a versatile, energy-efficient natural insulation material, useful for walls, roofs and floors. Made from the inner stem of the hemp plant mixed with a lime-based binder, it is a very strong, lightweight and breathable alternative to manufactured insulations. Essential Hempcrete Construction is a fully illustrated practical guide to this affordable, renewable method, from procurement to finishing. Going well beyond the scope of many natural building books, this indispensable manual includes a complete introduction to hempcrete, packed with all the information you need to determine whether it''s the right choice for your project. It covers: Material specifications, testing and building code references and climate data Detail drawings for design reference Tool lists, and complete stTable of Contents Acknowledgments Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: Rationale Chapter 3: Appropriate Use Chapter 4: Building Science Notes Chapter 5: Material Specifications Chapter 6: Design Options for Hempcrete Chapter 7: Design Notes for Hempcrete Chapter 8: Hempcrete Mixes Chapter 9: Construction Procedure Chapter 10: Finishes Chapter 11: Maintenance and Renovations Chapter 12: Building Codes and Permits Chapter 13: Experiments and Future Developments Chapter 14: Tools Chapter 15: Conclusion Resources Index About the Author
£26.09
Chronicle Books The Rolling Stones 1972 50th Anniversary Edition
Book SynopsisThe year 1972 brought together two legends of rock 'n' roll at the peaks of their careers: Jim Marshall and the Rolling Stones. Selected by LIFE magazine to photograph the Stones' EXILE ON MAIN ST. tour, Marshall had a week of unlimited access. The results are his now-iconic images of the band, onstage in their full glory and backstage in moments of unguarded camaraderie. Marshall's ability to capture the essential spirit of an artist and the transformative power of music is matched only by the Stones' larger-than-life energy. Fifty years after these photographs were taken, they retain the power to thrill and inspire. This definitive edition presents the images as they were meant to be seen: at a larger size and in the rich, high-contrast tones Marshall favored. The original content is enhanced with never-before-seen proof sheets and two new essays by photographer and film director Anton Corbijn and Nikki Sixx of Motley Crue. This is the ultimate, immersive experience of one of the greatest moments in music history.
£999.99
Edition Reuss Hot Butts and Sexy Pussy
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£50.24
Random House USA Inc Modern Calligraphy Set for Beginners
Book SynopsisThe only All-in-One kit specifically for modern calligraphy and creative lettering!So you're new to modern calligraphy and don't know where to start? Not sure what to buy? Intimidated by all the options? Fear not! This Modern Calligraphy Set for Beginners is brought to you by author Chalkfulloflove and publisher Paige Tate & Co. of Hand Lettering 101, the No. 1 bestselling modern calligraphy book in the world!We've taken the guesswork out, and in one affordable and easy-to-use kit, you get the premium tools of the trade selected by Chalkfulloflove: Hand Lettering 101 spiral-bound bookTwo pens (sizes 05 and 08)Brush penPencilPencil sharpenerEraser(Psst! Looking for a gift idea? This Modern Calligraphy Set for Beginners is perfect for friends, moms, teachers, and more!)
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