Illustration Books

Book SynopsisA gorgeous pack of 10 foiled bookmarks, printed on both sides, with a silky ribbon and featuring popular artwork, making it the perfect gift for all art and book lovers!Keep the page in your book with this gorgeous pack of 10 foiled bookmarks, printed on both sides, with a silky ribbon and featuring art by Lucy Innes Williams.Lucy Innes Williams is a painter and illustrator with an artistic interest in highly ornate textiles, patterns, and the decorative arts of the early-mid twentieth century. She uses a combination of gouache, watercolour and printmaking.

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Book SynopsisA gorgeous pack of 10 foiled bookmarks, printed on both sides, with a silky ribbon and featuring popular artwork, making it the perfect gift for all art and book lovers!Keep the page in your book with this gorgeous pack of 10 foiled bookmarks, printed on both sides, with a silky ribbon and featuring art from the ''Shahnama'' (Book of Kings).Author of the Iranian national epic Shahnama (‘Book of Kings’), Persian poet Abu''l-Qasim Mansur Firdawsi (c. 940-1019/1025), also Ferdowsi, is one of the most celebrated figures in literary history. One of the longest epic poems written by a single poet, the Shahnama is a chronicle of Persian myth and history, from the creation of the world through to the fall of the Sasanian Empire to the Muslim conquest c. 651 ᴀᴅ.

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Book SynopsisA gorgeous pack of 10 foiled bookmarks, printed on both sides, with a silky ribbon and featuring popular artwork, making it the perfect gift for all art and book lovers!Keep the page in your book with this gorgeous pack of 10 foiled bookmarks, printed on both sides, with a silky ribbon and featuring art by Thomas Crane.Thomas Crane (1843-1903) was the son of painter Thomas Crane (1808-1859) and brother of the renowned children’s illustrator Walter Crane (1845-1915). He channeled his inborn artistic talents into illustration and design, and as art director at Marcus Ward & Co., producing highly regarded greeting cards, embroidery designs and illustrations. Particularly exquisite are his floral patterns designed for Art Embroidery: a Treatise on the Revived Practice of Decorative Needlework (1878).

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Book SynopsisA gorgeous pack of 10 foiled bookmarks, printed on both sides, with a silky ribbon and featuring popular artwork, making it the perfect gift for all art and book lovers!Keep the page in your book with this gorgeous pack of 10 foiled bookmarks, printed on both sides, with a silky ribbon and featuring Aimee Stewart''s Treasure Hunt Bookshelves.Aimee Stewart is a self-taught artist, photographer, and writer. Having started her adventure with digital media in 1999 as a website designer, she has since become an expert in the digital manipulation of images. She describes herself as a champion of daydreams; she loses thoughts of reality and becomes immersed in fantasy creations.

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Book SynopsisSold in packs of 6. Gorgeous, foiled, handmade greeting cards, blank inside and shrink-wrapped with a gold envelope. Themed with our art calendars, foiled notebooks and illustrated art books. Our greeting cards are printed on FSC paper and wrapped in biodegradeable cellobag, and are themed with our art calendars, foiled notebooks and illustrated art books. This example features the Bodleian Libraries' 'Hobbies and Pastimes Bookshelves' design.

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Book SynopsisA FLAME TREE SKETCHBOOK. Beautiful and luxurious, the sketchbooks combine high-quality production with magnificent art. Perfect as a gift, the thick paper stock makes them ideal for sketching and drawing. Features a wide range of well-known and modern artists, with new artworks published throughout the year. BEAUTIFULLY DESIGNED. The highly crafted covers are printed on foil paper, embossed then foil stamped, complemented by the luxury binding and bookmark ribbons. The covers are created by our artists and designers who spend many hours transforming original artwork into gorgeous 3d masterpieces that feel good in the hand, and look wonderful on a desk or table. THE ARTIST. Catrin Welz-Stein's work is characterised by a sense of whimsy and wonder, as can be seen in this moonlit vision. The fantasy landscape illuminated by twinkling stars shows a fresh, green world from which the moon can be pulled closer. The image evokes a feeling of nostalgia for bedtime stories, full of characters who could make anything possible. THE FINAL WORD. As William Morris said, "Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful."

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Book SynopsisA FLAME TREE SKETCHBOOK. Beautiful and luxurious, the sketchbooks combine high-quality production with magnificent art. Perfect as a gift, the thick paper stock makes them ideal for sketching and drawing. Features a wide range of well-known and modern artists, with new artworks published throughout the year. BEAUTIFULLY DESIGNED. The highly crafted covers are printed on foil paper, embossed then foil stamped, complemented by the luxury binding and bookmark ribbons. The covers are created by our artists and designers who spend many hours transforming original artwork into gorgeous 3d masterpieces that feel good in the hand, and look wonderful on a desk or table. THE ARTIST. This image is from the shortened version of Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland (1865), ‘The Nursery Alice’ (1889/90). The fantasy world on the other side of the rabbit hole has influenced literary retellings, artwork, music, film, and pushed the boundaries of the magical world by reminding us there is no limit to the madness or the creativity of the creator. THE FINAL WORD. As William Morris said, "Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful."

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Book SynopsisPart of a new stationery range based on the bestselling colouring book Millie Marotta's Wild Savannah. A keepsake box containing 50 loose postcards of illustrations that feature in the bestselling Millie Marotta's Wild Savannah. Explore the savannah and you will find the crocodile and kangaroo, oryx and ostrich, dazzling zebras and leaping gazelles, all beautifully presented and ready to personalise with a touch of colour. These postcards can be sent just as they are to friends and family, coloured in, or even framed and hung on walls. These bite-sized cards of beauty can be used for a range of things but will delight anyone who receives one.

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Book SynopsisA gorgeous pack of 10 foiled bookmarks, printed on both sides, with a silky ribbon and featuring popular artwork, making it the perfect gift for all art and book lovers!Keep the page in your book with this gorgeous pack of 10 foiled bookmarks, printed on both sides, with a silky ribbon and featuring art by Bex Parkin. Bex is an incredibly talented illustrator. Having spent many years based in London working in a range of artistic jobs, she now lives in rural Staffordshire. Her passion for print, pattern and colour was largely inspired by her work sourcing vintage and antique textiles for the fashion industry, which can be seen throughout her artworks.

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Book SynopsisHow does the body protect itself from infections? What makes your tummy rumble? Are you taller at the beginning or end of the day?This extraordinary book actually takes you inside - and around - the human body to see how it works, with the help of some truly unique illustrations and some very small people! Explore your brain, your bones, and everything in between in incredible cross-section drawings of all the body systems. Inside each one are teams of tiny characters busy at work, and explaining what''s going on.Every page is packed with jaw-dropping facts. Did you know that the skin is your largest organ - in an adult it''s 2 sq m (22 sq ft). Have you ever thought about how heavy the brain is? Well, it''s about 1.4 kg (3 lb) and is crammed with 100 billion nerve cells that help you think and move. And by the time you turn 75, your heart will have pumped blood around your body 4,000 million times! With the challenge of finding two tiny explorers making their way through the body, learning about anatomy has never been so much fun!

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Book SynopsisThe final volume of Will Eisner’s celebrated instructional trilogy explores the critical principle of body grammar in comics storytelling.

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Book SynopsisThis collection gathers breathtaking art from early editions of "Sleeping Beauty," "Cinderella," and other classics. 180 elegant images â most in color â include works by Rackham, Dore, Dulac, Nielsen, and others.

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Book SynopsisA 'genre killer' guide to the world of anime featuring 100 movies and television series, from all-time classics to cult favourites and under-the-radar gems. Ultimate Anime is for newcomers and anime aficionados alike, not reviewing but instead celebrating the medium's most incredible achievements to date. Packed with specially commissioned artworks, film stills and essays on directors and Japanese pop culture, Ultimate Anime is an irresistible 'way in' to the art form for newcomers as well as an essential purchase for even the most hardcore anime otaku. Whether looking at the ephemeral arthouse tragedy of Belladonna of Sadness, the iconic legacy of Cowboy Bebop or the genre-busting touchstone of Suzumiya Haruhi, there are worlds beyond worlds worth exploring once a new fan has finished their first Ghibli binge. Each featured movie is supported by an in-depth commentary and branching recommendations to other movies that may overlap with viewers' tastes. Movie profiles are illustrated by stills from the movies themselves. These celebrations explore the titles' creation, from the minds that brought them to life to the thoroughly Japanese culture and themes woven throughout, all while breaking down what makes each of them such enduring classics. By building a library of recommendations around such well-known works, fans old and new will quickly be able to find a new favourite to check out. Built from the ground up to be a 'genre-killer' title, Ultimate Anime is the defining guide to anime for established fans and curious newcomers alike.

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Book SynopsisThe story of the illustrated book from the earliest printed books to the present day, told through the collections of the V&A's National Art Library. This is the story of the illustrated book, from the earliest printed examples to the present day, told through the collections of the National Art Library at the Victoria and Albert Museum, London a library that was created to bring together examples of superlative book-making on almost every subject. Gathered here are some of the most influential, compelling and striking examples of the illustrated book, arranged thematically in chapters devoted to subjects such as art, literature, religion, architecture, natural history, fashion, and shopping. Brimming with innovative and beautiful examples, ranging from well-known titles, such as Owen Jones's Grammar of Ornament and James Audubon's Birds of America, to other wonderful but less familiar publications, this collection offers a fascinating overview of some of the finest illustTrade Review'A tour d’horizon of book illustrations using 153 examples from the collections of the Victoria & Albert Museum’s National Art Library. Capsule entries on these objects are paired with stunning photographic reproductions, assuring this title a place on many Christmas lists' - The New Criterion'Lavishly illustrated... Stunning' - ChoiceTable of ContentsIntroduction 1. Religion 2. Natural History 3. Travel 4. Fables & Folk Tales 5. Literature 6. Art Making 7. Art History 8. Architecture 9. Ornament and Pattern 10. Festivals 11. World Fairs 12. Fashion 13. Shopping

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Book SynopsisCharming, eccentric, endlessly inventive, Heath Robinson's unforgettable drawings perfectly capture the peculiar character of the British nation at leisure.Trade Review‘One of the 20th century's most prolific comic artists’ The Sunday Times ‘Genius ahead of his time’ Metro ‘Your absurd, beautiful drawings... give me a peculiar pleasure of the mind like nothing else in the world' H.G. Wells, letter to Heath Robinson (1914)

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Book SynopsisA darkly illustrated Christmas story about St. Nicholas' dark servant - Krampus.

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Book SynopsisAcross digital and print media, editorial illustrators create visuals to support text and convey ideas, but there is more to these illustrations than meets the eye.Internationally-recognised illustrator and educator Andy Selby takes you through the importance of context and content when responding to editorial illustration briefs, explaining how understanding of visual communication concepts leads to more successful illustrations - all while under the time pressure of editorial briefs. Covering ideation, development and execution, this book includes:- A short history of illustration as a political and social tool- How to use visual language, symbolism and satire and to what purpose- Representation of identity, ethics and society - both for impact and sensitive designs- Research, commercial judgement and experimentation- Professional conduct, self-promotion, responsibilities and plagiarism So whether you're illustrating a news story, summarising new scientific discoveries or creating aTrade ReviewAllows us to get closer to the figure of a professional who is often not sufficiently known or valued * Blog de l'Escola de Llibreria *For those looking to delve further into the process, power and objectives of editorial illustration, illustrator and professor Andrew Selby created this in-depth reference on the practice. * Communication Arts *Table of ContentsPreface: What is editorial illustration? Part 1. Context Theory History Current Issues and Debates Part 2. Content Types of editorial illustration Establishing a working relationship Clever thinking An illustrative autopsy A universal visual language Part 3. Creation Promotion Editorial illustration: The commissioning process Creative environments Visual research Ideation Visual decision-making Commercial practice considerations Delivery Acceptance and rejection Reflection Conclusion Bibliography Appendix Resource Base Index

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Book SynopsisDelve into the art of menswear illustration and learn what it takes to create professional, praiseworthy fashion sketches.With over 300 color examples, illustrator and educator Lamont O''Neal uses a mixture of watercolor, marker, pencil and digital tools to help you master fundamentals such as anatomy and proportion. Later chapters focus on garment drawing, the principles of balance and movement as well classic poses and how they can highlight a design.There''s also a guide to the history of menswear illustration, with introductions to some of the most influential practitioners and discussion of how to develop your own individual style by using hand drawing as an expression of individual style and creativity. There are also reference photographs showing how sketches and illustrations relate to the finished garment, making this the ultimate guide to drawing and rendering the male fashion figure.Profiles: Cody Cannon, Carlos Aponte, Mengjie Di, Brian Lane, Ryan McMenamy, Emee MathTrade ReviewAn extensive and enlightening examination of the history of men’s fashion illustration, documented by art and tutorials that inspire. -- Bil Donovan, Fashion Illustrator and Dior Beauty Artist-in-ResidenceA thorough and much-needed book for both the student and professional, Lamont’s illustrations throughout the book make the learning experience an appealing delight. -- Professor Steven Stipelman, Fashion Institute of Technology, USATable of ContentsAcknowledgments Preface Introduction The Fashionable Male: A Brief History in Four Figures 1. Men’s Fashion Illustration: An Overview The Golden Age of Men’s Fashion Illustration The Post-War Years: 1945–1960 The Silver Age of Men’s Fashion Men’s Fashion Illustration Today: 1990– 2. Drawing the Male Fashion Figure What makes a good fashion drawing? What is the difference between a design sketch and a fashion illustration? Proportion Basic anatomy and the simplified construction of the figure The Principal Bones of the Body The Muscles of the Body A Simplified Construction of the Figure The Upper Torso Arms, Legs, Hands and Feet Drawing the Male Head Art Supplies 3. Movement The Balance or Center Front Action Lines Contrapposto Walking Poses Foreshortening Gestures 4. Drawing the Clothed Figure: Creating Dimension Line and Contour Shape Within Shape Mass Directions 5. Drawing the Garment: Details The Basics: Suit and Blazer Outerwear Knits and Sweaters Sportswear Accessories: Hats, Shoes, and Bags 6. Rendering Techniques Color Rendering: Marker, Watercolor, Gouache, Color Pencil Collage and Mixed Media Pattern and Texture: Herringbone, Checks, Plaids, and Stripes, Fur, Tweeds, Knits, Leather, Sheer and Shiny Fabrics Technical Drawings: Flats and Floats 7. Digital Art Converting Hand Drawn Figures into Digital Design Sketches Creating Digital Freehand Drawings Developing Analog and Digital Garment Flats 8. Profiles Cody Cannon Carlos Aponte Mengjie Di Brian Lane Ryan McMenamy Emee Mathew Francisco Cortés Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisAfter the successful and innovative first two editions, now in a new, restructured 3rd edition, this remains the most authoritative introduction for studying comic books and graphic novels, covering their place in contemporary culture, the manifestations and techniques of the art form, the evolution of the medium and how to analyze and write about them.The new edition includes:- A completely reworked introduction explores the comics community in the US and globally, its history, and the role of different communities in advancing the medium and its study- Chapters reframed to get students thinking about themselves as consumers and makers of comics- Reorganized chapters on form help to unpack encapsulation, composition and layout- Completely new chapters on comics and how they can be used to report, document, and persuade, as well as a new Preface by Karen GreenIllustrated throughout, with discussion questions and activities for every chapter and an extensive glossary of key terms, TTrade ReviewDuncan, Smith, and Levitz have delivered an outstanding and much-needed volume that should be required reading in any of the growing number of comics studies classes in academia today. The Power of Comics provides historical, cultural, and literary approaches that will not only deepen students’ understanding of this medium but help them develop the critical tools required to engage meaningfully with a host of other subjects and issues. Highly recommended. * Rocco Versaci, author of This Book Contains Graphic Language: Comics as Literature *As a textbook, it succeeds in content, scope, and execution. The chapters are well laid out, have thoughtful questions at their ends, and several chapters end with very practical examples of analysis that serve as models for students. Chapters also reference a broad range of experts . . . which further validates breadth and depth of this growing scholarship. . . . Overall . . . the book—including the theory chapters—is reasonably good for a 'first textbook on comics,' and I would imagine it will fast become a standard text for those sorts of classes. * Neil Cohn, author of 'The Visual Language of Comics' *Balancing its multi-angled scope, careful scholarship, and welcoming accessibility, Power of Comics remains the go-to textbook for analyzing and appreciating the ever-evolving comics medium. * Chris Gavaler, Author of Superhero Comics and The Comics Form *An extremely comprehensive work, The Power of Comics offers a wealth of information and engages readers with an approachable and engaging style. This edition covers important new material, including updated sections on Graphic Medicine, comics production, libraries, and web comics. I applaud the authors’ research, writing, and dedication to the field. * Dr. Susan Kirtley, Professor of English, Portland State University, USA *Table of ContentsPreface Introduction Unit 1 – CULTURE Chapter 1: Comics in Culture, Comics as Culture Chapter 2: Making and Reading Comics Unit 2 – FORM Chapter 3: Encapsulation of the Narrative Chapter 4: Composition of the Panels Chapter 5: Layout of the Pages Unit 3 – GENRE Chapter 6: Genres of Comics Chapter 7: Memoir Comics Chapter 8: Superhero Comics Chapter 9: Emerging Genres: Journalism, Documentary, Advocacy Unit 4 – CONTEXT & ANALYSIS Chapter 10: The Evolution of Comics Chapter 11: Exploring Meanings in Comics Chapter 12: Writing about Comics Glossary Bibliography

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Book SynopsisThe power of reportage drawing is in the immediacy of the images that are created and the feeling of the illustrator''s presence on location. Comparable in some ways to photojournalism, reportage illustrators are acting as visual journalists, proactively creating narrative work about issues and subjects, translating what they witness into handmade imagery. There is evidence that illustrations connect to people in powerful ways whether they are drawings created while embedded with troops in Afghanistan, documenting during a courtroom trial or recreating the energy of the crowd at a rock concert. This area of applied illustration also provides career opportunities for students and takes them out of the classroom and into different environments and situations. With practical information about tools, techniques and coping in various situations as well as inspirational interviews and advice from reportage artists working in the field, this book will fill a gap in this growing market.Trade ReviewWhether using sketchbook and pencil or adding online animation and interactive elements, the possibilities will excite illustrators who can work quickly in public and have something to say. * Communication Arts Magazine *Offers practical advice on the nitty-gritty of becoming a professional ... [The authors have] pulled together a great bunch of artists to feature in the book ... The book is excellent in encouraging readers to continue to experiment and explore, even when they may have found their own hard-won visual language ... This is a book that challenges us to confront what we are saying in our work and how we are saying it. * Urban Sketchers *Interest in reportage keeps growing, and this book is a great primer on the subject ... Authors Gary Embury and Mario Minichiello are practitioners and educators ... and they bring clear information and an enthusiasm for their subject which is infectious ... The book provides plenty of examples of riveting work and a strong argument for the power of illustration as a witness and recorder of events through first hand observation. * Association of Illustrators Blog *Table of ContentsChapter 1: What is Reportage Drawing Background The rise of reportage and the influence of the war artist The camera and the eye Case study: George Butler/Syria Interview: Jill Gibbon Chapter 2: Materials, Media and Methods Choosing the right materials Technology and digital media Case Study: Jenny Soep/ Capturing a live event Exercise: Drawing a live event Box: Checklist of materials Interview: Julia Midgley Interview: Tim Vyner Chapter 3: Developing a Visual Language Individual approaches Case Study: Jedidiah Dore/New York City Case Study: Sue Coe/Elephant Nature Park Exercise: Developing your visual language Interview: First Hand Reportage Collective Interview: Olivier Kugler Chapter 4: On Location Beginning a project Case Study: Gary Embury/ The Bristol Bike Project Interview: Lucinda Rogers Interview: Jenny Soep Chapter 5: Capturing a sense of place Case Study: Veronica Lawler/Mystic Seaport Checklist Tips and techniques: On location Case Study: Luisa Crosbie/ Her Majesty’s Theatre, London Case Study: Anne Howeson/ Drawing and Memory Interview: Bo Soremsky Chapter 6: Creating a Narrative Developing the story Story selection and developing content Tips and techniques Outlining your story Interview: Louis Netter Interview: Chloe Regan Exercise: Creating a story using a fixed viewpoint Chapter 7: Becoming a Visual Journalist Creating a digital portfolio Tips in preparing your portfolio Editing your portfolio The world of work Finding work Speculative work Working through a gallery Direct calling and arranging interviews Responsibilities Human ethics and professional practice Tips and checklists Case Study: Mario Minichiello/Weekend Financial Times Exercise: Developing a reportage illustration brief Conclusion The future of reportage Interview: Martin Harrison Contacts Credits Index

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Book SynopsisFashion Flats and Technical Drawing is a step-by-step workbook for learning technical drawing and flat sketching skills. With more than 500 hand-drawn and CAD-rendered flats and 100 photos of finished samples showing how a sketch translates to a 3D garment, the book covers a range of garments and construction details used to communicate fashion designs for portfolios and production. Abling and DaCosta progress from basic design construction details such as darts, gathers, and trims to essential garment styles including skirts, tops, dresses, pants, jackets and coats. The book includes unique coverage of presentation of flats in a portfolio and critical step of preparing flats for a technical package and productions. Downloadable figure templates and flats library are available online. This book is an essential resource for fashion designers to learn technical drawing skills that effectively communicate fashion design concepts.Features Shows front-view and back-view flats

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Book SynopsisLearn how to draw fashion images that communicate design ideas and details. With more than 3,000 color illustrations and updated instructions, the book shows you how to draw women, men, and children, pose the figure, develop the fashion head and face, sketch accessories, add garment details, and prepare flats and specs. Learn more advanced techniques for rendering color, fabrics, and embellishments, from houndstooth and velvet to feathers and fringe. Bina Abling''s detailed, easy-to-follow lessons have clear diagrams and runway photographs to help you develop your drawing skills. New to this Edition: -Discusses of sustainability as a mainstay in the fashion industry -Includes practice templates -New videos in STUDIO to support student learning STUDIO Features Include:-Watch videos that bring chapter concepts to life-Study smarter with self-quizzes featuring scored results and personalized study tips-Review concepts with flashcards of essenTable of ContentsPreface Tools and Equipment Hints 1. Fashion Figure Proportions 2. Basic Figure Forms 3. Model Drawing 4. Fashion Heads 5. Garments and Garment Details 6. Drawing Flats and Specs 7. Basic Rendering Techniques 8. High-End Rendering Techniques 9. Drawing Knits 10. Design Focus and Layout 11. Drawing Men 12. Drawing Children 13. Accessories Fashion Archive Credits Index

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Book SynopsisKimberly Ellen Hall is one half of Nottene, pronounced (nuh-ten-uh), a Philadelphia-based print and pattern studio that makes hand-drawn and printed wallpaper and fabric. Kimberly is interested in drawing the small details of everyday life. Her illustration work has graced runways, books, museums, and retail products internationally.We are excited to have Kimberly''s work on our puzzle The City is Ours from our first ever puzzle line. 500-piece jigsaw puzzle Durable, compact, 2-piece box Gift box: 152 x 198 x 50 mm Completed puzzle: 482 x 355 mm teNeues NYC Stationery keeps up with fun and games at home with our museum-quality printed 500-Piece Puzzles.Packaged in durable, compact boxes, our 500-Piece Puzzles feature full-colour artwork, expertly-printed with nontoxic inks on sturdy, puzzle grey board.

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Book SynopsisThe Illustrated Guide to American Fascism is a concise yet comprehensive exploration of the historical roots and contemporary manifestations of fascism in the United States leading up to and following the rise of Donald Trump, as well as a stark warning for the future. This unique narrative intertwines the history of European fascism with the surprising emergence of authoritarian tendencies within the early years of the American Republic.Through captivating visuals and insightful prose, the book unpacks the threads of authoritarianism, racism, xenophobia, homophobia, and misogyny woven into the fabric of Trump''s presidency, the fervor of MAGA extremism, and the current political landscape, notably the upcoming election campaign in 2024.Particular attention is dedicated tothe attempt to steal the 2020 election, including the harrowing Capitol insurrection on Jan. 6, and Trump''s efforts to evade legal consequences. Beyond the Trump era, the exploration extends to themanifestationsof fascism apparent in current U.S. foreign policy under President Biden, including topics such as the proxy war against Russia,the U.S. support of a genocidal war against Palestinians following the horrific attacks of Oct. 7 2023, and thecrueltreatment of asylum seekers along the U.S./Mexican border.The art in the book is the product of Sue Coe's unique vision. She is at once a zine illustrator like Art Spiegelman, a realist like Philip Pearlstein, a caricaturist like Honore Daumier, an Expressionist like Kathe Kollwitz, and a Dadaist like John Heartfield. Her art is by turnsor all at oncetough, satirical, bracing, sweet, and sober. It's always incisive.What sets this book apart is its accessibility, tailored for non-experts, especially younger audiences. The compelling narrative is complemented by masterfully-crafted illustrations by one of the world''s foremost political artists. The book is about a serious subject, plainly illustrated, and clearly explained in words by a leading art historian and social critic.

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Book SynopsisA young girl and her mother settle in the woods for a night’s sleep, after a long and tiring journey. But who will keep them safe from harm? A wee bird is watching from the trees. And he knows just what to do. A vividly illustrated telling of a folk tale that speaks to themes of displacement, migration and protection.Trade Review'A thoughtful and joyful imagination of how the robin could have got his red breast. This picture book’s lyrical language is as beautiful as its magical illustrations - a wintry story with modern resonance that will bring a glow to bedtime on the coldest nights' * West Coast Review *'A marvellous version of the the folk tale of how the Robin got its red breast, the product of an inspired collaboration between acclaimed musician Karine Polwart and Kate Leiper, brilliant illustrator of all things wild' -- Herald * Vicky Allan *'A traditional folktale . . . and at another level, a book that has real resonance in the modern era. You don’t have to look far to realise there are man, many people in [the mother and daughter’s] poition in the world we live in today. Both [words and pictures] are outstanding. The storytelling is economical and highly effective; the illustrations add depth to the story. A great wee book!' * Undiscovered Scotland *

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Book SynopsisI''d Love to Draw is a collection of work by the innovative American artist Andrew Loomis, previously unseen by anyone outside the Loomis family and available in print for the first time ever. Having been held in the Loomis family archive for decades after the artist''s death, I''d Love to Draw has been restored by a group of devoted experts, including the globally renowned comic book artist and Loomis devotee Alex Ross.

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Book SynopsisGet Up & Gouache shows you how to bring the vibrant and versatile medium of gouache to life. Get stuck in to 20 step-by-step projects that show you how to layer, blend and bloom in order to create beautiful and lively paintings ideal for prints, cards, gifts or simply the pleasure of painting.Packed with tips, tricks and techniques, Get Up & Gouache is ideal for beginners as well as providing inspiration for intermediate-level artists. Learn how to paint people and places and discover your own visual language. Find inspiration through projects on painting friends and family, flowers and nature and even your favourite furry friends.

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Book SynopsisA lavish, full-colour hardcover art book taking readers on a visual guide through Stephen Hickman's artwork. The collection focuses on his book covers for famous SFF authors such as Harlan Ellison, Robert Heinlein, Anne McCaffrey, and Larry Niven.

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Book SynopsisThe final work of Nobel Prize-winning writer Günter Grass – a witty and elegiac series of meditations on writing, growing old, and the world.Suddenly, in spite of the trials of old age, and with the end in sight, everything seems possible again: love letters, soliloquies, scenes of jealousy, swan songs, social satire, and moments of happiness.Only an ageing artist who had once more cheated death could get to work with such wisdom, defiance and wit. A wealth of touching stories is condensed into artful miniatures. In a striking interplay of poetry, lyric prose and drawings, Grass creates his final, major work of art.A moving farewell gift, a sensual, melancholy summation of a life fully lived.Trade ReviewAs subtle and as delicate as the many feathers depicted through its pages, Of All That Ends is a glorious gift, a final salute true to the singular creativity of the most human, and humane, of artists. * Irish Times *There is a lovely diversity to these pieces… His intelligence and intellectual engagement remain fiercely undimmed. -- Catherine Taylor * Financial Times *This beautiful, ironic and often funny final collage of asides and meditations sums up the fabulist’s genius. -- Eileen Battersby * Irish Times, Book of the Year *Autumnal, elegiac and tinged with a twilight charm -- Boyd Tonkin * The Arts Desk *Of All That Ends radiates a burst of his primitive energy and his subtle shrewdness, using words and pencil lines as a remedy, an antidote to the factual world that we objectify and iconise… Laced with black humour. -- Julian Evans * Daily Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisArtists use sketchbooks for a myriad of purposes - to capture a moment, to develop an idea, to record a scene... This book advises on how to enjoy keeping a sketchbook and how to make the most of their use. With practical examples throughout, it is a beautiful and valuable guide that will inspire you to pick up a pencil or brush, mark the page and start your own visual diary. Topics covered include looking at different types of sketchbooks - their size, theme and purpose; ideas for drawing and painting in a sketchbook inside, outside or while travelling and advice on professional sketchbooks and scrapbooks.

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Book SynopsisThis book serves as an introduction to the key elements of good illustration. The Illustration Idea Book presents 50 of the most inspiring approaches used by masters of the field from across the world. Themes covered include creating characters, symbol and metaphor, illustrated lettering, inventing worlds, and caricature. The result is an instantly accessible, inspiring, and easy to understand guide to illustration using professional techniques.

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Book SynopsisA comprehensive sourcebook of over 500 patterns across six design styles, a must-have for anyone involved in textiles and the decorative arts.Delicate florals, bold stripes, geometric prints and sumptuous brocades – delve into the world of textile pattern design with this showcase of over 500 patterns. Close-up, highly detailed images of both designer creations and everyday items from the 1800s to the 1990s perfectly capture the intricacies of each fabric, while accompanying texts provide fascinating insights into the history and creative process of pattern design.This beautiful and accessible book is a valuable resource for anyone in search of visual inspiration.Table of Contents:Floral(abstract, all-over floral, ditsy, clusters, stripes, Jacobean, nouveau influence, poppies, rendered, roses, silhouette, single colour, stylized, varietal, Victorian spring, warp print)Geometric(black and white graphic, broken line, circle and square, circular, cubist, deconstructed, diamonds, geometric floral, grid, mid-century, ornamental stripe, radiating, whiplash line)Conversational(abstract, Americana, animals, automobiles, birds, cats and dogs, clowns, feathers, figural, folkloric, fruit, great pretenders, hearts, home sweet home, hunt, insects, lace/net, marbleized, mushrooms, objects, patriotic, tapestry, Western)Constructed Pattern(applied, beaded, braid, embroidery, pierced)Brocade(all-over floral, bold, cloqué, metallic, mirror, mod, single colour, stripe, two colour, velvet)Paisley(all-over, brocade, shawl, stripe, mod)

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Book SynopsisHow do you go about illustrating a children's book? Where do the ideas come from? How do you illustrate a narrative? How do you get published?

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Book SynopsisFOLLOWING FROM THE ENORMOUS SUCCESS OF WORDS AND PICTURES AND BEYOND THE PAGE , THIS THIRD VOLUME CONTINUES A NARRATIVE OF VISUAL ADVENTURES OF UNUSUAL DIVERSITY. Pens Ink & Places contains a wealth of new material, ranging from touching series of vignettes for Great Ormond Street Hospital to gigantic drawings for the Jerwood Gallery in Hastings; from the sombre apocalyptic landscapes of Riddley Walker to the energetic fantasy of Billy and the Minpins. This beautiful volume also includes Blake's unique illustrations made to accompany accompany the works of John Ruskin, La Fontaine, Lucius Apuleius and Beatrix Potter. Blake's commentary - straight, as it were, from the drawing board - explores the challenges and opportunities in the creation of drawings known around the world, as well as others seen here for the first time. It is clear from every page of this informative and richly illustrated volume that there has been no slackening of brio in the scratchy pen nib of an artist who has been called the `Godfather of Illustration'.

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Book SynopsisA stunning survey of modern illustration that uses older styles of artistic expression to evoke a sense of another time and place. These vintage-style illustrations play with the past, subvert it, on occasion, but always feel fresh. Organized into 12 chapters by historical or cultural period, the book features hundreds of the best examples of modern retro illustration including styles as varied as Constructivist, Dada and Art Noveau. From work showing the ornamentation of Victorian fonts, the stylized angles of Art Deco, the lines of soviet poster art, the influence of Saul Bass and Blue Note record sleeves to the new slant on photorealism, and the renaissance of punk and comic art. Hundreds of artists from all over the world have contributed to a beautiful, witty and inspiring collection of vintage illustration that will inspire designers, illustrators and artists working today.

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Book SynopsisLily O’Farrell started drawing cartoons as a way of making sense of the everyday sexism she encountered as a young woman, and her Instagram feed has now grown to over 225,000 followers. In Kyle Theory, Lily addresses the pressing issues of the day through hilarious and relatable cartoons, from #MeToo and the patriarchy, to racism, internet culture and how to deal with trolls. Feminism is for everybody, and so is this book.Trade ReviewGRL Talk with Lily O’Farrell: On Getting To Know Incels, Her New Book & Why Empathy Is Her Superpower -- Chloe Laws * FGRLS CLUB *Why I Hide My Instagram Fame From My Dating App Profile -- Lily O'Farrell * ELLE UK *How a south London cartoonist went undercover with incels after being trolled online -- Matthew Dunne-Miles * London World *Cartoonist Lily O’Farrell on being trolled by incels: ‘I saw so many lost boys failed by the system’ -- Sophie Gallagher * The i *‘I was told feminism was just for people who went to university – it’s not’ -- Lily O'Farrell * Metro *

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Book SynopsisCharacter Design Quarterly (CDQ) is a lively, creative magazine bringing inspiration, expert insights, and leading techniques from professional illustrators, artists, and character art enthusiasts worldwide.Each issue provides detailed tutorials on creating diverse characters, enabling you to explore the processes and decision making that go into creating amazing characters. Learn new ways to develop your own ideas, and discover from the artists what it is like to work for prolific animation studios such as Disney, Warner Bros., and DreamWorks. The cover for issue 27 has been created by industry veteran Dave Guertin, who helped to define the characters for Playstation's Ratchet and Clank video game, and co-founded CreatureBox. We interview him about his incredible career and he provides a tutorial that aspiring and established artists will love. We also have a tutorial from Thomas Campi, an award-winning comic artist and illustrator based in Sydney, and we interview prolific artist and children's book illustrator Lydia Nichols.

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Book SynopsisHandbook of Tyranny portrays the routine cruelties of the twenty-first century through a series of detailed non-fictional graphic illustrations. None of these cruelties represent extraordinary violence – they reflect the day-to-day implementation of laws and regulations around the globe. Every page of the book questions our current world of walls and fences, police tactics and prison cells, crowd control and refugee camps. The dry and factual style of storytelling through technical drawings is the graphic equivalent to bureaucratic rigidity born of laws and regulations. The level of detail depicted in the illustrations of the book mirror the repressive efforts taken by authorities around the globe. The twenty-first century shows a general striving for an ever more regulated and protective society. Yet the scale of authoritarian interventions and their stealth design adds to the growing difficulty of linking cause and effect. Handbook of Tyranny gives a profound insight into the relationship between political power, territoriality and systematic cruelties.

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Book SynopsisIn the imaginations of young and old alike, the word pirate resonates with spine-tingling fear and swashbuckling adventure. Over centuries, our cultural landscape has been populated by a host of famous real and fictional figures immortalized in literature and art: Edward Teach, also known as Blackbeard, with his fearsome reputation for cruelty; Henry Bloody' Morgan, whose treasure is still sought today; and of course Long John Silver, the archetypal anti-hero of Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island (1885).Pirate Tales gathers a treasure trove of excerpts from literary works inspired by the historical pirates of the 16th and 17th centuries. The edition begins with Daniel Defoe's Robinson Crusoe (1719), a book containing all the trappings of pirate lore shipwrecks, mutineers, undiscovered islands, and talking parrots and one which influenced hundreds of works of adventure fiction, not least Jules Verne's The Mysterious Island (1871). The third nerve-jangling novel is

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