Art & Photography Books

Book SynopsisFocusing on the Townley Discobolus, this illustrated introduction explores the history and significance of the statue in both classical and modern times in light of ancient discus throwing, Myron's other works, and the artistic, intellectual and philosophical context of the Greek world.

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Book SynopsisA new title in the British Museumâs Object in Focus series, concentrating on a fascinating mammoth ivory model depicting a Siberian summer festival.

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Book SynopsisIn 1942, while ploughing a field near Mildenhall in Suffolk, eastern England, Gordon Butcher stumbled upon a hoard of 34 silver objects that he turned over to his boss and owner of the land, Sydney Ford. Dating back to Roman Britain, fourth century AD, and of outstanding artistic and technical quality, the hoard was declared a Treasure Trove in 1946.

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Book SynopsisAn introduction to the work of PicassoTrade ReviewOn the Colour Library Series "Ideal introductions for students and museum-goers."—Independent "Phaidon’s excellent Colour Library series: [...] a good introduction to nearly 50 key artists and movements in art history."—Antiques Trade Gazette "The Phaidon Colour Library Series provides an invaluable introduction to key artists and movements in art history."—Art & Craft

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Book SynopsisThe first volume in a multi-volume series presents the most accurate and authoritative data on Andy Warhol (1928–87) ever assembled, including eagerly awaited new scholarshipTrade Review"An unmistakable silk-screened cover distinguishes the first volume of the Warhol catalogue raisonné, assembling paintings and sculptures completed between 1961 and 1963. Commenced in 1977 by Thomas Ammann, the ambitious multi-volume project, once completed, will be the definitive resource on the innumerable, controversial works of the Pop star. In 1993 Georg Frei and Neil Printz - the first a critic and curator, the latter an art historian specializing in 20th-century American art - began editing the catalogue in cooperation with Kynaston McShine, Robert Rosenblum, the Andy Warhol Foundation, and the Andy Warhol Authentication Board. In addition to essays and colour reproductions, Volume 1 contains an array of interesting sources used by the artist, including newspaper clippings and publicity shots of movie stars."—Tema Celeste"If the Warhol catalogue raisonné stands to offer us new information about Warhol's project, we cannot ignore the fact that at the same time it functions as a tool of authentication for the market...In the end, even if the authenticating function of the catalogue raisonné comes up against the thornier issues by the artist's unique approach to authorship, we are left wih productive insights into Warhol's broader project."—Art Journal"It's gratuitous, gigantic, gaudy-and expensive. Warhol would have loved it."—Details"One does not ordinarily read catalogue raisonnés for fun, but the volume on Andy Warhol that deals with his paintings and sculptures from 1961 to 1963 takes you as close as I think you could get to the way his mind worked in that extraordinarily creative period. The mystery of Warhol's mind is undissolved, but how that mind worked on a day-to-day basis is thrilling to observe."—Arthur C Danto, Emeritus Johnsonian Professor of Philosophy, Columbia University, The Art NewspaperTable of ContentsAcknowledgments; List of Frequently Cited Abbreviations; Introduction; Projected Images, 1961-early 1962 (cat. nos. 1-75); First Serial Compositions and Later Projected Images (cat. nos. 76-230); First Photo-Silkscreened Paintings, mid-late 1962 (cat. nos. 231-308); Optical Paintings, Portraits, and the First "Death and Disaster" Paintings, late 1962-early 1963 (cat. nos. 309-61); Silver Paintings and Documentary Images, early-mid 1963 (cat. nos. 362-459); Photobooth Portraits, mid-late 1963/early 1964 (cat. nos. 460-504); Images in Series and Final Serial Compositions, mid-late 1963/early 1964 (cat. nos. 505-46); Notes; Appendixes; Title Index; Index; Illustration Credits

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Book SynopsisThe first book to fully and candidly address the art of collecting fine art.Trade Review"A must read for anyone that is just starting their collecting journey!"—BMW Art Guide by Independent Collector's blog, 'Collector's Corner' "Impressive... captur[es] the thrill of collecting."—Aesthetica "Embraces the thrills, ups, downs and of course, advantageous aspects of collecting art... Thea and Ethan Wagner are your authors and amidst entertaining anecdotes and experiences they've had as huge art collectors for three decades, they explain how to navigate the art market and access the world of galleries, auction houses, art fairs and biennales... Definitely worth getting a copy... A great read for those interested in art in all forms."—BeautifulCrime.com "Comprehensive... Rich with anecdotes... A more diverting read than might be expected of a vade mecum to the art market... Written in a conversational tone that suggests the authors are experienced in putting others at their ease... The authors are to be applauded for their efforts to demystify the process... Reassuring to any readers making their first steps towards buying art."— The Art Newspaper, Frieze New York Daily Edition "New York-based art advisers Thea Westreich Wagner and Ethan Wagner have made a career out of cutting through the hype... They've penned a comprehensive new book that looks at every facet of collecting from the adrenaline rush of discovery to the challenges of figuring out [what] will still be valuable in 2025."—The Wall Street Journal " A how-to book... from two of the sharpest eyes in contemporary art... It would be hard to imagine two better-qualified guides for these choppy, sometimes disgusting, often ecstatic waters."—Jerry Saltz for New York Magazine "On one hand, a lively and accessible history of art collecting... On the other, it's something of a best practices guide for budding collectors."—Art in America "Wife-and-husband art advisers... offer an insider-y view of high-stakes art collecting and what motivates great collectors. Informal and chatty writing adds appeal."—Traditional Home "Provides intelligent, useful insight for art lovers, artists, and anyone curious about contemporary art and the art market... Through provocative, compelling photographs of contemporary art, art spaces, curators, and collectors, and descriptions of international art fairs, intimate gatherings with artists and curators and various ways to approach collecting... This smartly designed book gives readers a taste of the competition, passion, pitfalls, and glamour of the art world as experienced through a collector's unique viewpoint."—Publishers Weekly

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Book SynopsisThe perfect introduction to the life and work of Andy Warhol.Trade ReviewOn the Phaidon Focus series "Excellent introductions to modern masters series."—The Observer Magazine "Satisfyingly hardback yet not too hefty. Tastefully simple, encased in a plastic cover to protect them from all those crayons and paints that you're sure to whip out in a frenzy of inspiration after browsing these pages. Each contains a trove of images of artwork and educational focus chapters on themes and techniques."—It's Nice That "Concise yet spirited introduction... Plenty of colour plates make it brilliantly useful as a reference tool."—The Sunday Telegraph "Eschewing the heavyweight doorstop format of many art books, these beautiful and compact Phaidon Focus artist monographs are small and slick, and refreshingly affordable... Designed by Julia Hasting, the Zurich-based design director at Phaidon Press, who manages to create a clean, fresh look that - as art book design should - put the artists' work centre stage... Coated in a translucent grey plastic with a clear window, the book's pared back approach continues with clean, black typography on a white background. Never cluttered, but resolutely in-depth, the series manages to condense some of the 20th century's most famous artists' work into small, but by no means diminutive introductions."—DesignWeek.co.uk "Beautifully designed... The most iconic artists of the modern day... Bring you the essentials in a concise manner."—It's Nice That "Phaidon are adept at packaging up key artists and movements in contemporary art, ensuring each generation has a familiar and forward-thinking way of immersing itself in visual culture. The newest tranche of introductory monographs is Phaidon Focus. [...] The Focus series is an extended primer, a handsome hardback designed to provide an in-depth overview of an artist's life, plus a more concentrated focus on key works from the artist's career to date."—Wallpaper.com "Amazing... An essential addition to any art lover's collection."—Grazia

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Book Synopsis128-page notepad with 21 paintings by J.W. Waterhouse.

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Book SynopsisAn intimate portrait of Israel and the West Bank by Stephen Shore.Trade Review"Shore’s photographs in From Galilee to the Negev have all the hallmarks that have come to be associated with his images: the arresting formal structure, the deadpan humor, the cogent capturing of seemingly unremarkable visual details that our eyes usually pan over in everyday life. The book is a thoughtful and unexpected portrait of an area often approached only through its most obvious dichotomies."—Los Angeles Review of Books

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Book SynopsisAn exploration of the timeless beauty of Indian design through 200 classic objectsTrade Review"Sumptuous... showcases the incredible diversity of India's visual identity." —Sphere"A newfound energy in contemporary Indian design has permeated graphics, illustration, fashion and product design." —New Design"This stunning book is an exploration of the timeless beauty of Indian design through 200 objects... a book to devour and treasure." —Salt"Sar tells the stories of 200 artefacts that reflect the vibrancy of design in the subcontinent. Prarthna Singh's poetic photographs encapsulate each object's beauty, highlighting simplicity and ordinariness." —World of Interiors"A beautiful survey of 200 objects of everyday use, each one a little lesson to non-Indians on sub-continental approaches to design." —Metropolis"Celebrates both timeless Indian manufacturing and a new wave of local designers." —Asos.com"India is enthralling the design world this summer." —The Sunday Times"A delectable list, spanning geographies, roping in the antique and the contemporary." —Mid-Day"The timeless, richly coloured beauty of Indian design." —Mayfair Times"This book is not just nostalgia, it's an urgent question tied into the idea of India." —Architectural Digest (India)"An exploration of the timeless, richly coloured beauty of Indian design." —Gastrometry"Looking around my table as I write this, I see objects that frame us in relationships of use, ritual, love, obsession, eccentricity... Objects of incredible beauty, delicacy, vulgarity and elegance... Sar: The Essence of Indian Design sketches out some of these relationships. It stares lovingly at the forms that inhabit our everyday life. It tells us stories about the chai cups, the cycle rickshaws, the bangles, and the carrom boards around us."—Architectural Digest (India)"Indian households harbor a wealth of interesting objects: chai glasses, tiffin boxes, stainless steel plate racks and the ubiquitous Bata sneakers are all inherently Indian, though hardly ever talked about. The authors of Sar set off on a trip around the country to research and photograph more than 200 of these everyday items (from religious relics to contemporary crafts), resulting in a beautiful coffee table book that explores the many facets of classic and modern Indian design. A must-have for anyone with even a slight interest in art, design or the Indian vernacular." —RicePotato.com

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Book SynopsisThe definitive book on a creative force who continues to influence sculpture and installation art

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Book SynopsisChronicling the roots of Silicon Valley's impact on global contemporary design from the 1960s to the present dayTrade Review"Explores the idea that California has pioneered tools of personal liberation - from LSD to surfboards and iPhones... Ambitious... Californian products have influenced contemporary life across the globe to such an extent that in some ways we are all now Californians. Put simply, 'Designed in California' is the new 'Made in Italy'."—MrsD-Daily.com"An illustrated book that would look chic on any California coffee table, yet one that packs an impressive heft with five original essays by design scholars and practioners."—New Scientist

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Book SynopsisAdvice, strong opinions, and personal revelations by the world's greatest writers - exclusively researched for this new bookTrade Review"The ideal keepsake for readers, writers and everyone who appreciates the exquisite power of words... Inspirational."—Artsbeat"The perfect recipe to get the creative juices flowing... Contains hundreds of insightful quotes by famous writers and personalities, from Jane Austen to Julian Barnes, Leo Tolstoy to Patti Smith, Virginia Woolf to Henry David Thoreau... [From] motivational to purely relatable."—CentMagazine.co.uk"Not just another book of trite quotes... Unlike much of this genre, it offers both useful advice and insight... Every Day A Word Surprises Me takes a very simple, not to say hackneyed format, and makes something really quite entertaining and useful out of it... Thanks to some imaginative categorisation and sourcing that takes in published interviews, private journals and letters, any writer will find something of use here... Thanks to the provision of proper sources for all the quotes, including links to web pages for many, they become starting points for further investigation... The book becomes a gateway to as rich an investigation of the art of writing as the reader wishes to make it. This is a book that will benefit from being read with a smartphone in one hand, ready for background googling and link following."—CreativeReview.co.uk"As an antidote to creative block, Phaidon has sought to collect 700 quotes in order to guide readers through the most existential questions about life and love, self-doubt, booze, and the everlasting haunt of rejection... Other than outworn 'inspirational quotes' on websites like Goodreads or Brainyquote, the pocket-size guide mainly contains exclusive words extracted from little-known letters, memoirs and personal notebooks." —DazedDigital.com"A prolonged witty publication, containing quotes of the ego and arrogance. But to my surprise I found a collection of over 700 insightful quotes by writers through the ages and from across the globe... By page three I already had seven friends that I wanted to pass this book onto once I had finished it... A delightful book with its mix of font's throughout, irregular type size and hardback cover it's a graphic nerds' dream... Every Day a Word Surprises Me is one of those rare books containing no images that you will want to come back to time and time again."—55factory.net"The varied typography on every page makes it all the more readable and fun to dip into."—Mature Times"This collection is full of its own surprises and hard earned advice, communicated with the eloquence and clarity that only the world's finest writers could summon... inspirational and insightful."—Project Calm"This is the perfect coffee table or bedside table book: to take and give, or to borrow, to re-read often and without a precise scheme."—Slow-Words.com"An inspiring collection of selected wisdom fom a host of well-known and iconic writers... On a wide variety of subjects, feelings and experience."—The Essential Journal"Discussed in the back page column NB, with much focus on 'authorial advice'."—TLS (Times Literary Supplement)"In this compilation, striking imagery, insightful humour and paradoxical wisdom abound... The thematic structure makes for many rewarding contrasts of both attitude and tone.. There is plenty of witty brevity here... Variety of presentation is everything. Through a range of font forms, cases, sizes and layouts, the design reflects and enhances the one or message of the words in question... While there are countless websites offering "inspirational writer quotes" for free, these kinds of details more than justify the duration of collection quotes in book form."—TLS (Times Literary Supplement)

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Book SynopsisThe bestselling visual biography of one of the twentieth century's most innovative, influential artistsTrade Review"We're not usually fans of shrinkage, but we'll make an exception in the case of Andy Warhol "Giant" Size... The visual biography of the one of the 20th century's most influential artists... The publishing gods have answered our prayers and the tome will now be available in mini format... More than 2,000 photograph and illustrations, including rarely seen material."—Attitude"A visual biography (over 2,000 illustrations) providing a portfolio of art work, photos, ephemera, letters receipts, family snaps, press cuttings. I cannot imagine a bigger treat for his fans and the price is extremely accessible."—MatureTimes.co.uk"An excellent, beautifully-illustrated guide to this hugely influential artist."—Choice"The life and work of the 20th-century's most influential artist, caught between two covers."—The Herald (Scotland)

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Book SynopsisThe ultimate monograph on one of the world's most creative, prolific, and legendary multidisciplinary design studios

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Book SynopsisThe first comprehensive monograph on Mickalene Thomas, a key figure in 21st-century contemporary artTrade Review'A powerful retrospective of one of the most versatile and influential creatives today.' – ELLE Decor 'Insightful texts and rich reproductions of Thomas's efforts.' – ARTnews 'Thomas's first comprehensive monograph ... shows how the artist, a queer, Black woman, engages deeply with gender and race.' – Publishers Weekly 'Exquisite.' – Cool Hunting 'Beautiful.' – Chicago Tribune 'Thomas crafts a world of aspiration and confidence.' – LA Weekly 'This is an important and accessible work and will be relished by followers of contemporary art' – Library Journal

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Book SynopsisBestselling artist Joy Laforme intersects art and entertainment with the Joy Laforme Plant Kingdom Playing Card Set from Galison. This set features Joys's unique garden and flora designs throughout 2 sets of card decks, packaged in a decorative drawer box. • Size: 6 x 4.5 x 1.25 “, 151 x 114 x 32mm • Set of 2 Card Decks • Unique Art Throughout • Sturdy Drawer Box • Box Packaging with Thumb Hole

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Book SynopsisLearn to create personalized graduation announcements, congratulations, and additional keepsakes for education-related accomplishments with Cross Stitch Celebrations: Graduation—with mix-and-match design elements and more than 20 patterns.Trade Review"The ideal introduction to the manifold needlecraft possibilities of the art of the cross-stitch in creating gifts and home decorations celebrating a graduation." * Midwest Book Review *Table of ContentsIntroduction Tools & Materials The Basics of Cross Stitch Planning Your Design Main Designs Graduation Cap & Scroll, Standing Graduate, Sitting Graduate, Graduate Tossing Hat, Books, Laptop, Medal Border Patterns Sparkle Confetti, Celebration Streamers, Fancy Scroll, Books, Tassels, Ribbon Mini Motifs Alphabets Varsity Alphabet, Playful Alphabet, Serif Alphabet, Extra-Large Numbers Scroll Wall Hanging Mortarboard Pennant Greeting Card Gifting Your Creations Grid Paper About the Author

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Book SynopsisWith Manga World Coloring, manga lovers can color in their favorite kind of art! This 96-page book contains awesome and adorable characters by artist Scott Harris, as well as patterned pages on the left-hand side for even more coloring!

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Book SynopsisMake your very own personalized cross-stitch pieces by combining these “ready-to-go” patterns with the included tips and tricks for customization.Customize Your Cross-Stitch: Friends and Family by Lizzy Dabczynski-Bean and the team at Stitch People is the perfect how-to guide, whether you are an experienced cross-stitcher who wants to create personalized pieces or a beginner who has never before held a needle and thread. This helpful guide introduces you to the basics of the craft with easy-to-follow written directions and photographic instructions. You can learn everything from using the tools of the trade to reading a pattern, creating basic stitches, and tweaking an already-existing design. The beautiful, modern designs in this book are accompanied by simple instructions appropriate for all skill levels. The easy-to-follow lessons—complete with patterns, detailed instructions, and Trade Review“Readers will adore this.” * Publishers Weekly *"Simply stated, Customize Your Cross-Stitch: Friends & Family by needlecraft expert Lizzy Dabczynski-Bean is fun, informatively instructive, and a highly prized pick." * Midwest Book Review *Table of ContentsWelcome! About the Book Tools & Materials Preparing to Stitch How to Cross-Stitch Other Stitching Techniques Customize Your Cross-Stitch Patterns Family Night In, Baby Announcement, A Happy Home, Yoga Class, Road Trip Grandparent Appreciation Scenes, Grandparent Appreciation Individuals Coffee Break, Wintertime Fun, Springtime Fun, Summertime Fun, Autumn Fun Finishing a Portrait in a Hoop Resources About Stitch People & the Author Stitchers

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Book SynopsisHand Lettering for Beginners allows artists to get started with basic calligraphy alphabets, chalk drawing, and step-by-step hand lettering projects. Learn how to create beautiful, hand-lettered arts and crafts with Hand Lettering for Beginners, an abridged version of Creative Lettering and Beyond by Gabri Kirkendall, Laura Lavender, Julie Manwaring, and Shauna Lynn Panczyszyn. From modern calligraphy and illumination to hand-drawn illustration and chalk lettering, you’ll discover a variety of clever and unique ways to turn words and letters into step-by-step projects that can be used for gifts, home décor, and more! You’ll learn how to create swirls and flourishes, free-brush letter on canvas, make your own chalkboard, decorate ceramics—and even digitize your work for printing! Along the way, you’ll find creative prompts, fun exercises, and help

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Book SynopsisGeorge Hurrell (1904 -- 1992) was the creator of the Hollywood glamour portrait, the maverick artist who captured movie stars of the most exalted era in Hollywood history with bold contrast and seductive poses. This lavishly illustrated book spans Hurrell''s entire career, from his beginnings as a society photographer to his finale as the celebrity photographer who was himself a celebrity, and a living legend. From 1929 to 1944 Hurrell was the Rembrandt of Hollywood, creating portraits of Marlene Dietrich, Norma Shearer, Bette Davis, Carole Lombard, and Joan Crawford that were a blend of the ethereal and the erotic. His photos of Jane Russell sulking in a haystack made the unknown girl a star -- without a film credit to her name. He immortalized leading males stars of the day from the Barrymores to Clark Gable and Gary Cooper. Latter photo shoots magnified the glamour of the likes of Warren Beatty and Sharon Stone. Through newly acquired photos and in-depth research, photographer and historian Mark A. Vieira, author of Hurrell''s Hollywood Portraits, offers not only a wealth of new images but a compelling sequel to the story presented in his earlier book on Hurrell. Hurrell was himself a star -- rich, famous, successful. Then, at the height of his career, he suffered a vertiginous fall from grace. George Hurrell''s Hollywood recounts, for the first time anywhere, Hurrell''s rise from the ashes -- how movie-still collectors and art dealers pulled the elderly artist into a nefarious world of theft and fraud; how his undiminished powers gave him a second career; and how his mercurial nature nearly destroyed it. The photographs that motivate this tale are luminous, powerful, and timeless. This book showcases more than four hundred, most of which have not been published since they were created. George Hurrell''s Hollywood is the ultimate work on this trailblazing artist, a fabulous montage of fact and anecdote, light and shadow.Trade ReviewYears ago, writer-photographer Mark A. Vieira wrote and compiled a handsome book called Hurrell's Hollywood Portraits.This enormous and elegant volume supersedes it, not only in the quantity and quality of photographs it presents, but in Vieira's candid text, which expands on his earlier work and delves into the second part of Hurrell's life... I think it's fair to refer to this exquisite tome as definitive. - Leonard Maltin "A stunning collection of Hollywood portraits by George Hurrell, accompanied by an exploration of his life and career." - Shelf Awareness

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Book SynopsisThe Faith & Devotion coloring book includes over 120 beautiful pages filled with inspirational words, flowers, and plants to color.

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Book SynopsisAmaze your friends and family with these easy-to-fold paper sculptures! This beginner-friendly kit contains everything you need to learn the art of Japanese paper folding! It teaches you how to create 30 of the most popular origami models (including ones with interactive moving parts!)from animals, puppets, boxes and boats to the classic crane. The 30 elegant and easy-to-fold origami models in this kit include: Cute animals like the Folksy Fox and Lounging Frogthat your family will love! Action figures like the Dragon Puppet and Coyote Storytellerpaper puppets that talk! Paper airplanes like the High-tail-it Planegive them a toss and watch them soar! Origami boxes such as the Bird Basket and Handy Candy Boxperfect for storing small trinkets and for presenting small gifts! And many more! The kit includes 78 sheets of beautiful origami paper in two sizes (6 and 4) plus a 64-page full-color book with easy-to-follow instructions to guide you through the projects.

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Book SynopsisInspire and empower young storytellers with a blank canvas!With carefully crafted templates, a range of layouts, and professional drawing tips, this blank comic book is the perfect gift for kids eager to explore the exciting world of visual storytelling. Ideal for pen, pencil or water-based markers, this Blank Comic Book offers everything a manga artist or imaginative young creator needs:84 pages of blank templates featuring 21 different layoutsmore variety than any other book!Some tips from professional comic book artists on story development, character creation and how to tell your story effectivelyCover design templates and a gallery of speech and thought balloons to place wherever you wantGreat for rainy days, family bonding activities, or even as a classroom resource, this blank comic book sparks children's creativity, fuels their passion for storytelling, and empowers them to express themselves in a unique and exciting way!

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Book SynopsisIn October 2015, photographer Giles Duley was commissioned by the UNHCR to document the refugee crisis.Trade Review'What is different [about photographers] is ... the emotional connection they make. That is what I love about Giles's photography. Looking at his images, we can feel what he feels. It's clear that he connects deeply to the human condition of people from all over the world.' - Angelina Jolie; 'It is not pity Duley feels, but unity...Duley prefers to call himself a storyteller than a photographer. His camera is a tool to achieve global reach rather than show off technical brilliance.' - The Times; 'What an impressive man Giles Duley is, and his photographs are incredible' - Louise Minchin, BBC Breakfast; `The book should serve as a wakeup call for all authorities who have the power to alter the situation but continue to affirm their penchant for war.' Middle East Monitor; `A remarkable collection of photo stories that provide a moving depiction and bring to life the human and frequently harrowing situations of refugees that are normally shielded from view behind largely hostile media coverage... a moving portrayal of the plight and humanity of refugees.' The Muslim World Book Review

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Book SynopsisHow does drawing shape the truth and our understanding of the visual world? Why has the act of reportage drawing persisted and thrived in our ever-changing media landscape? This book offers a deep dive into the world of reportage drawing, a world which is provocative, mixed media, transdisciplinary and immersed in the idiosyncratic vision of the artist. Where the traditional orientation of reportage was on the communicative function of the image as a record of an event, contemporary practitioners, largely detached from commissioning structures of the 19th and 20th centuries, now seek to capture more experiential qualities of place and choose locations which have highly personal and political significance. Liberated from old conceptions of reportage drawing as objective and true, artists today embrace subjectivity and are seeking a rich dialogue with their subjects, using drawing to tell important stories about protest, human migration, war, corporate capitalism and homelessnTable of ContentsIntroduction 1. The News Image 2. Claims to Representation 3. The Aesthetic of the Sketch 4. Tenor and Topic 5. The Reductive Line: Caricature and Comment 6. Experience and Reportage Drawing 7. The Graphic Construct 8. Jill Gibbon: Secret Sketches from the Dark Corners of Corporate Capitalism 9. Gary Embury: The Perceptual Trace 10. My Journey through Drawing 11. Contemporary Reportage Drawing

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Book SynopsisA week-to-view journal that teaches you how to draw your very own autobiographical comics in one panel a day. With tips and tricks to teach you the basics of drawing comics, and prompts to help encourage mindfulness, Snippets is the perfect book for anyone wanting to combine creativity with self-care.

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Book SynopsisThis 104-page desk pad features a delightful array of cats and desk accessories all colorfully rendered in artist Carly Beck's signature style, with lots of room for daily notes, lists, and doodling. The repeating image features room for notes and doodles throughout a five-day work week.

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Book SynopsisGo mad with manga!Manga Sketchbookis the ultimate guide to learning how to draw a variety of iconic manga-style characters. A must-have for every fan, this book provides tons of tips and details the building blocks to drawing both male and female manga characters. Including graph paper practice pages both with and without helpful guides, children will spend hours sketching and perfecting dozens of drawings! Also included are in-depth character profiles to draw, color, and bring to life.

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Book SynopsisThe result of 35 years of experience in the publishing and printing industry, this bible provides all the information needed by anyone who wants to print and produce any type of document whether a book, a magazine, a poster or a brochure. Graphic designers, editors, production controllers, and those working in communications and marketing will find all they need to know and understand in this must-have book that clearly and authoritatively presents the theoretical facts and the technical information, but also deals with the human know-how. Richly illustrated and produced to a very high spec, this key companion covers the whole process of production step-by-step, from initial concept to the achievement of a printed object. It provides many practical tips, alerts on the traps to avoid and answers those tricky questions that you may be afraid to ask.

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Book SynopsisAn inspiring book exploring all aspects of interior design in 100 engaging and beautifully illustrated entries. Interior design is not about paint colors and accent cushions. It is an important practice that affects all our lives. This entertaining book explores the world of interior design with a snappy set of 100 entries, all explaining what interior design is in an attractive format. The wide range of topics covered just proves that interiors are an integral part of our lived experience. The book will appeal to students, professionals and anyone interested in the fascinating subject of what surrounds us. Contents: media and culture psychology concepts space project types materials environment and wellbeing technical issues the profession

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Book SynopsisA unique and comprehensive resource for student and professional furniture designers, providing in-depth answers to their questions about aesthetics, function, materials, manufacturing and sustainability. In this second edition Stuart Lawson emphasizes the principles of a circular economy and what this means for furniture design and consumption. He considers the latest technological developments such as 3-D printing and the use of innovative materials such as bioplastics. He also examines the capabilities and potential of CAD-based design optimization, AI and machine learning-driven generative design processes. The book features case studies on pioneering, contemporary and historical designers and includes an illustrated directory of materials and manufacturing processes.

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Book SynopsisColor your way through a bestiary of supernatural creatures from Japanese folklore, and discover their origins as you go.Yōkai​ is a Japanese term for mythical beings that encompasses a range of supernatural phenomena, including demons, monsters, ghosts, and shapeshifters. Known to be mischievous, wise, and eccentric when teaching life lessons to humans, the creatures are often at the center of popular anime and manga stories. With Strange & Frightful Yōkai Coloring, get to know the different types of yōkai​ and the folklore behind them as you color their images. No artistic experience is needed to bring these fantastical creatures to life—just choose your palette and start coloring through 60 unique templates. Explore a range of yōkai​  apparitions, including:Kappa かっぱ Translated as “river child,” kappa h

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Book SynopsisNamed to the 2022 Architectural Digest AD100 list Named to the 2022 Elle Decor A-List Over the past forty years, Thomas Kligerman has been immersed in the history of residential architecture, weaving together sources from English and European traditions with the American vernacular, particularly the puebloan style of the Southwest and the shingle style that has prevailed along the East Coast since the late nineteenth century. A staple on the AD100 list, Kligerman has woven together these strands of domestic architecture to create his own American aesthetic. Shingle and Stone: Thomas Kligerman Houses is a full-career monograph that features a selection of inspiring residences that highlight the evolution of his architectural thinking. Shingle and Stone presents thirteen major highlights from Kligerman’s portfolio, including three projects currently in design. The featured projects are all set in extraordinarily beautiful natural landscapes, from the coasts of Martha’s Vineyard and the Hamptons, to the forests of South Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains and the Pacific Northwest, showcasing the depth and breadth of the architect’s oeuvre. Illustrated with more than 200 spectacular photographs of interiors and exteriors alongside plans, renderings, and sketches that reveal the design process, this new book will immerse readers in the powerfully nuanced language of Kligerman’s architectural vision. In the architect’s own words, exceptional architecture combines existing styles in order to “move the needle forward,” and this new monograph presents luxurious single-family homes that do exactly that. Written in collaboration with the celebrated design editor Mitchell Owens, Shingle and Stone is an inspirational architectural collection that presents the contemporary traditional design for which Kligerman is known. Beautifully packaged with a vellum jacket over a linen case silkscreened with one of Kligerman’s own hand-drawn sketches, this is the ideal book for both architects and design enthusiasts, and is sure to sit beautifully on any bookshelf, desk, or coffee table.Trade ReviewNamed to the 2022 Architectural Digest AD100 list Named to the 2022 Elle Decor A-List ‘[One of] the best of the best decor and design books.’ – AD Pro 'Will make a terrific gift for the design lover on your list.' - Architects + Artisans 'Featuring photographs, illustrations, and renderings of Thomas Kligerman’s most iconic homes, this extensive monograph covers the entirety of the architect’s impressive career.' - Galerie Magazine 'One of the most celebrated architects in America, Thomas Kligerman has developed a signature that takes a modern approach to traditional architecture. Shingle and Stone follows the evolution of Kligerman of his architectural thinking through intimate looks at his work over the years.' - Veranda 'Showcase[s] some of the most magical architecture and design . . . and look[s] fabulous on the coffee table.' - Modern Luxury Interiors New York 'An inspirational architectural collection . . . Pore over twenty years of projects and the stories behind them.' - athome 'Elle Decor A-List architect Tom Kligerman’s manifold influences are on display in this enlightening full-career monograph, showing how the architect’s upbringing in and passion for the American Southwest and New England have led to a practice that marries the finest attributes of both in his single-family homes.' - Elle Decor 'A veritable feast for the senses.' - New England Home 'If you spend much of your downtime scrolling through listings on Zillow, consider this more analog option of manifesting the future manse of your dreams. This book is a monograph of architect Thomas Kligerman’s work.' - New York Magazine 'For architecture aficionados . . . Take a journey through the career of renowned architect Thomas Kligerman in this gorgeous volume.' - Traditional Home 'Gorgeous.' - Veranda 'Forever challenging conventional shingle concepts, Thomas Kligerman’s new work will inspire even the staunchest of traditionalists. Kligerman has proved to be a true master of honoring history and reimagining tried-and-true practices for an enduring future.' - Frederic 'Absolutely brimming with breathtaking work that is sure to leave every reader inspired.' - My Design Chic

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Book SynopsisReimagining: New Perspectives features more than 120 of the latest acquisitions by the UBS Art Collection, one of the largest and most important corporate collections in the world. Inspired by a recent UBS Art Gallery exhibition of the same title, this book features works by acclaimed artists who offer new and diverse perspectives based on their distinct backgrounds and experiences, inviting us to reimagine our world. With an accompanying essay by Global Head of the UBS Art Collection, Mary Rozell, this unique survey of works acquired in the past seven years provides a rare insight into the acquisition direction of the preeminent global collection. Artworks are displayed in UBS offices globally, serving as an inspiration for employees and a platform for dialogue with clients and the public. It incorporates key works from UBS collections in both Europe and the US as well as new acquisitions—mirroring today’s global business. Artists whose works are featured in the book include: Derrick Adams, Rana Begum, Jose Dávila, Latifa Echakhch, Theaster Gates, Lauren Halsey, Kapwani Kiwanga, Tyler Mitchell, Zanele Muholi, Adam Pendleton, Farah Al Qasimi, Amy Sherald, Shinique Smith, Mika Tajima, Stanley Whitney, Wu Chi-Tsung, Yin Xiuzhen, and Haegue Yang.

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Book SynopsisIncorporating both formal details and welcoming elements, a sophisticated and balanced look tailored to a sense of home, as shown through the portfolio of Foley & Cox Foley & Cox is a New York-based interior design firm renowned for serene spaces subtly layered with color and texture that create a sense of welcome and comfort. Taking creative cues directly from their clients–their perceptions, preferences, and passions–the firm creates serene interiors infused with personal style. This elegant book presents 24 homes, ranging from elegant prewar apartments in Manhattan to retreats in the Hamptons and summer places along the coast of New England and in Europe, and even to a private jet and a yacht that cruises the Mediterranean. What unites these spaces is an overall balance and elegance, infused with luxurious fabrics in subtle tonal variations and a judicious use of highlight color, often in the artwork and accessories. Founder Michael Cox is a master at creating settings for art collections and selecting distinctive vintage pieces that add a sophisticated touch to the rooms.Trade Review'From Cape Cod to Europe, designer Michael Fox demonstrates the serene interiors that define his firm Foley & Cox. If you need an excuse to lean into a neutral look, this monograph’s your sign.’ – Elle Decor ‘The firm maintains a personalized and consistently tailored approach that come through in these pages.’ – LUXURY Magazine ‘Everyone loves a good comeback story, and there’s one happening right now in the decorating world. . . Discover how to execute traditional design for the next generation while exploring timeless rooms by talents such as Celerie Kemble, Markham Roberts, and Ashley Whittaker.' – Flower Magazine ‘A comprehensive monograph . . . surveying illustrious projects.’ – Luxe Interiors + Design ‘If you’re looking for inspiration for your own home, or just wanting to drool over some beautiful photography, this is the book for you!’ – My Design Chic ‘Michael Cox's focused tour de force.’ – House Beautiful '[A] best new design book of spring.' – Veranda 'Highlighting some of the firm’s most stunning projects.' – Modern Luxury Interiors New York

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