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Book SynopsisMartina Mazzotta is an academic and curator specialized in philosophy and its relationship with the visual arts, music and science. Her recent exhibition projects have extended and renewed the research on classic modern artists such as Kandinsky, Cage, Dubuffet and Ernst for example, and explored themes between art and science, such as the Wunderkammer and the history of medicine through the skin. She is currently an Associate Fellow at the Warburg Institute, University of London, and active in the promotion of the Warburg Renaissance Project. Jürgen Pech is a German art historian and scientific director of the Max Ernst Museum in Brühl, Germany.

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Book SynopsisUnofficial and unauthorisedIn 1962, Andy Warhol displayed 32 canvases of Campbell’s soup cans in a New York art gallery. The art world – and what we consider to be art – would never be the same again. Follow Warhol through his upbringing in Pittsburgh, moving to New York City, finding inspiration and conquering the creative world, in this unique graphic biography.Discover what made Warhol tick – his delights, drives and frustrations. Immerse yourself in his fascinating lifestyle within the New York scene and the incredible way that he continually evolved as an artist. For those looking for an entertaining introduction to this giant of modern art, or for existing fans after a fresh visual take, this graphic biography reveals the real Warhol.

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Book SynopsisPainting with Bob Ross—with artwork created by Bob Ross himself using his specially formulated oil paints, brushes, basecoats, and other tools—introduces artists and Bob Ross fans to the basics of painting landscapes. Everyone will enjoy Painting with Bob Ross, as his “happy accidents” approach makes this challenging subject matter enjoyable for all ages, regardless of skill level and materials used. “All you need is the desire to make beautiful things happen on canvas…” —Bob Ross In 1982, The Joy of Painting made its debut on public television. The unrehearsed, unedited show soon became a favorite among aspiring artists and painters. Almost 40 years and 403 episodes after his on-air debut, and decades after his untimely passing, Bob Ross still has enormous global popularity as a beloved painter, affable TV personality, and cultural icon. With this guide, you can learn to paint a happy tree in seconds, just like Bob Ross! Painting with Bob Ross introduces you to the tools and materials you need to paint beautiful landscapes, as well as basic painting techniques, such as how to load your brush and how to paint with a knife. Following the introduction are 16 painting projects, each with a complete list of tools and materials needed and instructions for preparing the canvas. Jump into painting with step one, then follow the full-color painting progressions and clearly written instructions until you’ve reached the final step—and your new, joyful work of art! This is the only Bob Ross book with all-color images. Even if you’re brand new to painting, remember that Bob said, “Talent is nothing more than a pursued interest. All you need to paint is a few tools, a little instruction, and a vision in your mind.” Throughout this book, Bob’s quotes encourage you to keep going. So grab your copy of Painting with Bob Ross, relax and unwind, and paint a Bob Ross-inspired landscape! You can paint graceful mountains, ocean waves crashing onto rocks, a winter cabin, a lakeside path, a deep forest river, and many more breathtaking views. And don’t forget to sign each of your masterpieces once you’ve completed the last step!Trade ReviewBy offering high-quality images, detailed supply lists, and expert advice straight from the artist, Painting with Bob Ross assures the authenticity of each art lesson, providing painters with ample, anxiety-free guidance and keeping Ross' words and legacy alive. After all, it was Ross himself who once noted that “all you need to paint is a few tools, a little instruction, and a vision in your mind.” A perfect resource for seasoned painters and amateur artists alike. * My Modern Met *For some, learning a new creative skill may be best accomplished in private rather than in a formal class setting. Painting with Bob Ross gives beginners a perfect format to gain mastery creating landscapes in oil. ... The fun you’ll have in the process — not to mention your utter absorption in the act of putting brush to canvas — will fill many hours of leisure time. When you’ve created your own work of art, the sense of accomplishment will surely enhance your life. -- The Beacon

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Book SynopsisPopular artist Gretel Lusky welcomes readers into her fantastical world in this high-quality art book.This is an artist who loves fantasy and all things magical: fairies, mermaids, mythical creatures, knights, and more. She creates characters that are colorful yet mysterious and places that feel otherworldly, always pretty yet sometimes bordering on unsettling. Gretel fans will love delving into the story of her creative early years, discovering why she chose art as a career, and following her development timeline. She presents two exclusive galleries of art - one with a fantasy focus, based around maritime creatures and witches, and another that celebrates the beauty of sketchbooking. The artist has written chapters on her creative process, which aspiring and established artists will equally enjoy, and created a section on "Embracing The Mess," discussing the techniques of letting go of perfectionism, listening to your body, and staying motivated as an artist. With tools and materials covered in detail too, plus in-depth tutorials for readers to follow along with, this Art Of title is packed with incredible insight and joyous art, appealing to existing fans of Gretel as well as newcomers to her work.

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Book SynopsisVincent van Gogh (185390) was a Post-Impressionist master and now his world-famous sunflowers can inspire your everyday life. Fill the 64 blank pages of this inexpensive notebook with phone numbers, important dates, bright ideas, appointments, or anything else you want to keep handy. Or, if you''re feeling artistic, use it as a mini-sketchbook that will fit in your pocket.

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Book SynopsisRich and delicate, ethereal and muscular, the art of William Blake is as fascinating as the philosophies threading through his poetry and prophetic works. Presented here in this magnificent new collection, his vivid paintings and gently weaving illustrations are imprinted in the consciousness of Romantic art, but their impact on Gothic literature remains as strong and quixotic as the artist himself.Trade Review"Reading about artist, satirist and writer William Blake (1757-1827) and you certainly come away thinking he was a renaissance man. He was a contemporary of a lot of famous London writers but only he painted or etched as well, the latter being his formal training. Much of his art was in fantasy, hence my interest in Michael Kerrigan’s book, ‘William Blake’, part of Flame Tree’s ‘Masterpieces Of Art’ books. The first 27 pages outline his history and the 101 pages after devoted to his art in 4 sections ‘Gothic’, ‘Prophetic & Mythological’, ‘Biblical’ and ‘Visionary’ making it an ideal artbook." -- sfcrowsnest

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Book SynopsisThe Art of Heikala: Works and Thoughts is the first major publication by popular Finnish illustrator Heikala. Heikala’s artwork combines traditional watercolor painting and inks with a fresh, enchanting approach - fans love her charming characters and scenes that are largely influenced by Finnish and Japanese cultures. This combined with her in-depth sharing of her processes and knowledge, has given Heikala a social media following of over 400,000 on Instagram alone; she also has growing audiences on Tumblr, Facebook and Twitter. This visually appealing and coffee-table worthy, hardback art book not only includes Heikala’s sketches, works in progress and beautifully presented paintings that her fans will be familiar with, it also includes never-before-seen images from along Heikala’s creative journey; all new in-depth tutorials, thought processes and advice on watercolor painting; detailed how-to product design guides; and how she has built a successful career as an artist. A valuable book for fans, budding artists and experienced illustrators alike.

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Book SynopsisA personal message from the author: Lots of individuals in society today are feeble-minded. They don't know what the HELL is going on. Unfortunately many of these people are responsible for running THE COUNTRY. They don't know the difference between a PRECIOUS JEWEL and a piece of animal turd. Their ideas are MEANINGLESS, illustrated using RUBBISH imagery (often made by a computer). The stupid words they write are always in BAD FONTS. Yet still people HEED this nonsense. Maybe YOU are one of these people? It's alright. I am here to HELP you. I have a FULLY-COMPOSED WORLD VIEW. I have STRONG opinions about EVERYTHING. And my ideas are HAND-ILLUSTRATED and use REAL HANDWRITING that you can trust. I know exactly what's going on and am WILLING to share my thoughts with you. If you LISTEN to what I say then things will quickly improve. No more weak messages. No more bad situations. Shall we proceed?Trade ReviewDavid Shrigley is probably the funniest gallery-type artist who ever lived -- DAVE EGGERSShrigley mines a mordant, scatological seam, conjuring up the dark tradition of British humour that threw up Tony Hancock and Chris Morris * * The Times * *On the kink of his line Shrigley can shift effortlessly from pathos to paranoia. And his work is funny - very funny; his timing devastatingly effective -- WILL SELFShrigley deserves his immense popularity. For almost 20 years he has produced a ceaseless stream of ideas, observations, jokes and strange insights in the form of left-field drawings that have appeared in broadsheet newspapers, books and magazines as well as galleries. Deadpan, escapist and distinctively cack-handed, they make up a little world in themselves * * Observer * *Shrigley's manifesto is full of hilarity, alongside observations about the world that are both astute and absurd * * Creative Review * *Single minded, sharp and funny * * Design Week * *Funny and profound and surprising all at the same time -- HARRY HILLWith a casual gesture Shrigley points to that hideous shape whose name I've never known - and then he names it. And the name is profoundly, embarrassingly familiar. I'm laughing while frantically searching for a pen, so desperate to capture the feeling he has unearthed in me -- MIRANDA JULYShrigley's comedy appears to confirm the belief of great humourists (from Laurence Sterne to Woody Allen) that laughter is synonymous with hope. In the arena of contemporary art, Shrigley's work maintains a dualism, which is rare, rewarding and ultimately generous * * Frieze * *Half man, half legend * * The Skinny * *An artist touched by comic genius and something like full-blown lunacy * * The Lady * *One look at his new book, Weak Messages Create Bad Situations, and you start to understand the Turner Prize-nominated artist's mindset . . . Shrigley addresses the weird, dark and ugly sides of the world, but, most importantly, he'll make you laugh while doing so * * Shortlist * *Brims over with skew-whiff observations on the absurdity of modern life . . . Shrigley's bonkers, mordant, often joyously meaningless doodles are always oddly life-affirming * * Metro * *Brilliant, enormous . . . We love David's new book, which totally sums up the feeling of helplessly skidding downhill on a bicycle with no brakes towards a cliff. * * It's Nice That * *

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Book SynopsisSmallhorn's abstract sculptures and installations have mesmerised audiences around the world, with their striking use of colour, geometric forms and playfulness. Sophie Smallhorn is an artist and consultant who exhibits internationally. Her work explores the relationships between colour, volume and proportion. Smallhorn's abstract sculptures and installations have mesmerised audiences around the world, with their striking use of colour, geometric forms and playfulness. This body of work has been brought together for the first time in Sophie Smallhorn: Works.

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Book SynopsisOver the past decade, Frank Bowling has enjoyed belated attention and celebration, including a major Tate Britain retrospective in 2019. This comprehensive monograph, published in 2011, is now available in an updated and expanded edition. Born in British Guiana in 1934, Bowling arrived in England in his late teens, going on to study at the Royal College of Art alongside David Hockney and Derek Boshier. By the early 1960s he was recognised as an original force in the vibrant London art scene, with a style that brilliantly combined figurative, symbolic and abstract elements. Dividing his time between New York and London since the late 1960s, he has developed a unique and virtuosic abstract style that combines aspects of American painterly abstraction with a treatment of light and space that consciously recollects the great English landscape painters Gainsborough, Turner and Constable. In a compelling text the art writer, critic and curator Mel Gooding hails Bowling as one of the finest British artists of his generation.

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Book SynopsisAn insight into the life and mind of an icon of American art through the diaries of sculptor Eva Hesse. I open my new book. What will you tell for the next year. To bring forth a new chapter of wisdom, hopes, joys fears. I shall be honest with myself; and therewith SUCCEED.' These lines open Eva Hesse's 1955 diary and lay out the task of her writing. In between weekly to-do lists and personal musings, Hesse used her diaries as a space to process her experience of the world and to reckon with what it means to be an artist. In this extensive collection of Hesse's diaries, recorded from 1955 to 1970, readers are given an intimate glimpse into the mind of one of contemporary sculpture's most prominent figures. Despite personal tragedies and the difficulties she faced as one of the few female artists in the male-dominated postminimalist movement, Hesse remained intrepid in both her life and craft. Composed of twisted ropes and delicate plastic among other unconventional materials, Hesse's sculptures defy traditional notions of form; her deeply thoughtful practice as a sculptor and a painter are revealed at length in her writing.

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Book SynopsisIn his short and violent life, Michelangelo Merisl da Caravaggio (1571-1610) revolutionised painting, producing a style of shockingly immediate realism that swept through Europe. Almost everything we know about Caravaggio's life comes from these three early biographies that reflect the sometimes horrified fascination he exerted on his contemporaries. Giulio Mancini was Caravaggio's doctor, Giovanni Baglione a bitter rival and art historian, Giovanni Pietro Bellori the most judicious art historian of the following generation. All provide a vivid picture of a man whose life reads in part like a thriller, as well as a fascinating window onto a world and habits of seeing that were mercilessly challenged by Caravaggio's art.This edition of Lives of Caravaggio is introduced by the leading expert on the painter, Dr Helen Langdon, who elucidates the historical and artistic context of these biographies. This revised edition now includes The Supper at Emm

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Book SynopsisAn updated edition of the acclaimed monograph, celebrating one of the most iconic and revolutionary artists of our timeTrade Review"When people look back at Kusama's work decades from now, they'll see that her idea of creation and infinity has an eternal endurance." —Marc Jacobs"The effect of Kusama's work is both so complex and simple. It is produced by the interaction of the two close somewhat parallel planes, at points merging at the surface and at others diverging slightly but powerfully." —Donald Judd"Yayoi Kusama comes with a pedigree of film and orchestrated happenings and performance in New York during the 1960s and the 1970s that was every bit as avant-garde as Warhol."—The Art Review Power 100"Yayoi Kusama is as close as one can get to being called a legend while alive... This updated monograph is richly illustrated and serves as as an unparalleled guide to the work of one the most eccentric artists alive."—Mint (India)"One of the most iconic and revolutionary artists of our time, internationally renowned for her boundary-pushing work on themes such as infinity, self-image, sexuality and compulsive repetition... Kusama's ability to communicate her artistic vision through various mediums is explored and documented."—CreativeBoom.com"Still one of the most comprehensive studies of this intriguing artist [...] allows readers to traverse from 'Happenings' in 1960s New York through to Kusama's current work, which encompasses diverse media from paintings to sculpture. And, for the first time, a collection of poems by Kusama are published to accompany the colourful illustrations, compelling essays and interviews by curators and critics."—TheCultureTrip.com"Enjoy the artist's boundary-pushing work in this comprehensive and colourful book."—The Glossary"Filled with visual treasures... Now includes poems by the artist."—Harper's Bazaar"Celebrates the boundary-breaking work of the 88-year old who still captures the imagination of the art world and beyond, reflecting her uncanny ability to remain in the spotlight." —House & Garden"Richly illustrated... Explores Kusama's varied career to the present, through informative essays written from diverse scholarly and critical perspectives, as well as interviews with the artist, and selections from her lively poetry and fiction."—The British Museum Magazine"A fascinating artist."—Visi (South Africa)"A dose of inspiration (that also looks good on the coffee table)."—Vogue Online

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Book SynopsisInspired by timeless poems from around the world, Hassan Massoudy''s calligraphy takes us on a visual journey through love in its many forms. Through his signature broad strokes and vibrant colours, this master calligrapher brings to life the words and wisdom of some of our greatest poets, from Ibn Zaydoun and Rumi to Kahlil Gibran, John Keats and Paul Eluard. Beautifully designed and illustrated throughout, Calligraphies of Love is the perfect gift for lovers, poets and dreamers.

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Book SynopsisAirfix has been commercially producing plastic kits since 1952 and its models have been made by successive generations of young boys and men alike. In the 1960s, a talented graphic artist called Roy Cross was commissioned to paint some of the box art for Airfix, and for a ten-year-period he provided many of the glorious paintings seen on the boxes, setting new standards for realism and accuracy. Many are still being used today, a full four decades later.

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Book SynopsisThe highly anticipated first survey of the work of American painter Nicole Wittenberg

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Book SynopsisA beautifully designed gift book devoted to John Constable’s studies of skies.Trade Review'An inspiring read' - The Lady'There is plenty here to delight' - Mature Times'Collates the artist's cloud studies with the weather reports for the day they were done … The effect is like a time machine' - The Spectator'Gorgeous' - People’s FriendTable of ContentsPreface • Introduction • Plates • Endnotes

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Book SynopsisThe essential volume on the great fashion designer, entrepreneur and Louis Vuitton artistic director, back in print This authoritative Virgil Abloh compendium, created by the designer himself, accompanies his acclaimed landmark 2019–23 touring exhibition and offers in-depth analysis of his career and his inspirations. More than a catalog, Figures of Speech is a 500-page user’s manual to Abloh's genre-bending work in art, fashion and design. The first section features essays and an interview that examine Abloh’s oeuvre through the lenses of contemporary art history, architecture, streetwear, high fashion and race, to provide insight into a prolific and impactful career that cuts across mediums, connecting visual artists, musicians, graphic designers, fashion designers, major brands and architects. The book also contains a massive archive of images culled from Abloh’s personal files on major projects, revealing behind-the-scenes snapshots, prototypes, inspirations and more—accompanied by intimate commentary from the artist. Finally, a gorgeous full-color plate section offers a detailed view of Abloh’s work across disciplines. Virgil Abloh (1980–2021) was a fashion designer and entrepreneur, and the artistic director of Louis Vuitton's men's wear collection from 2018 to 2021. He was also CEO of the Milan-based label Off-White, a fashion house he founded in 2013. Born in Rockford, Illinois, to Ghanaian parents, he entered the world of fashion with an internship at Fendi in 2009 alongside rapper Kanye West. The two began an artistic collaboration that would launch Abloh's career with the founding of Off-White. Time magazine named him one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2018.Trade ReviewAttests to Abloh’s ability to combine the classic with the zeitgeist of the here and now. -- Alice Godwin * Artland *Bears witness to the dizzying expanse of Abloh’s work and creativity. -- Cady Lang * TIME *A celebration of the work of a prolific creator who succeeded not just by bringing his own visions to life but by sharing the blueprint for others to do the same for themselves. -- Alison S. Cohn * Harper's Bazaar *The show’s hefty, excellent catalog […] deploys a titillating level of detail. -- Jon Caramanica * New York Times *...The object that is really worth coveting is the book. More than a simple catalog it’s a 500 page User’s Manual to his career. -- Craighton Berman * Core77 *Expect it to fly off the shelves like freshly baked cookies * AIROWS *Figures of Speech is packed with 1,932 images and a number of essays which discuss race, contemporary art history, streetwear and more. Altogether, [it] spans 496 pages and features a fittingly minimalist hardback cover. -- Eric Brain * Hypebeast *

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Book SynopsisManet called him “the greatest painter of all.” Picasso was so inspired by his masterpiece Las Meninas that he painted 44 variations of it. Francis Bacon painted a study of his portrait of Pope Innocent X. Monet and Renoir, Corot and Courbet, Degas and Dalí… for so many champions of art history, the ultimate sounding board was—and remains—Diego Rodríguez de Silva y Velázquez (1599–1660).This monograph edition brings together Velázquez’s complete works with a selection of enlarged details and photography of recently restored paintings, achieved through the joint initiative of TASCHEN and the Wildenstein Institute. The dazzling images are accompanied by insightful commentary from José López-Rey on Velázquez’s interest in human life and his equal attention to all subjects, from an old woman frying eggs to a pope or king, as well as his commitment to color and light, which would influence the Impressionists over two centuries later.Trade Review“This mighty volume scores in allowing us to get so much closer to his pictures than any of its predecessors ever have.” * standard.co.uk *“…the full breadth of the artist’s output is a must-have.” * artnet.com *“…a publication to seduce even those who might usually dismiss photographic reproductions of works.” * The Financial Times *

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Book Synopsis''If a Louis Wain cat were reading this book, he would raise his topper in tribute' The TimesExcellent Hughes reveals a fascinating, forgotten aspect of late Victorian and Edwardian Britain: how the British fell in love with felines' Daily Mail?Some called it a craze. To others it was a cult. Join prize-winning historian Kathryn Hughes to discover how Britain fell in love with cats and ushered in a new era.He invented a whole cat world' declared H. G. Wells of Louis Wain, the Edwardian artist whose anthropomorphic kittens made him a household name. His drawings were irresistible but Catland was more than the creation of one eccentric imagination. It was an attitude a way of being in society while discreetly refusing to follow its rules.As cat capitalism boomed in the spectacular Edwardian age, prized animals changed hands for hundreds of pounds and a new industry sprung up to cater for their every need. Cats were no longer basement-dwelling pest-controllers, but stylish cultural subv

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Book SynopsisA series of photographic diptychs that investigate the behavior of images and offer an account of American precarity.Ambulance Chasers offers a series of photographic diptychs by the artist Abraham Adams: on the left, the faces of personal injury lawyers photographed from roadside billboards; on the right, the landscapes they survey. The gesture is a double rotation: each photograph is imagined as the spectator of the other, and in each pairing, the exorbitant promises of the animated lawyers are deflated by their juxtaposition with an often featureless roadside landscape. The ambulance chasers smile, grin, grimace, scowl; their hair is neatly coiffed, slicked back, unnaturally dark. They gaze at country roads, busy highways, empty intersections, blue skies, building sites, and parking lots. They offer assistance—at a price. Adams’s conceptual performance and art historian David Joselit’s text tell a story of American precarity. 

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Book SynopsisThis is the second volume of memoirs by the artist of Winnie the Pooh and The Wind in the Willows. It describes Shepard's experiences through school, his student days and his marriage and ends on his wedding day, facing married life with #70 in the bank as his total financial resources.

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Book SynopsisJenny Uglow narrates the story of Walter Crane, an intriguing and most prolific figure not only in illustration, but in political culture more broadly. Uglow expertly weaves a fascinating study of how Crane's art and politics developed from his childhood love of Pre-Raphaelite painting to the influences of Morris and William Blake on the journals, books, banners, pamphlets and postcards he went on to create as he forged a new style for the international socialist movement. Comprising a staggering range of visual material, Crane's images became a symbolic code that leapt over linguistic boundaries. This book is a brilliant record of an artist who blended styles and influences like no one before him.

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Book SynopsisThe first monograph on the influential contemporary CubanâAmerican interdisciplinary artist and writer Coco Fusco. Tomorrow, I will become an island is the first in-depth study of the performances, videos and social practice of the influential CubanâAmerican artist Coco Fusco. Featuring contributions by renowned scholars of art history, performance art and Cuban cultural politics as well as an essay by the artist herself, the book offers a comprehensive review of Fuscoâs interdisciplinary art practice and her transnational perspective on race, gender and power. For more than three decades, Fusco has been a leader in conversations around the intersection of identity, feminism, culture, and politics in the Americas and beyond. Emerging during the 1980s as a pioneering advocate of multiculturalism in the arts, Fusco utilizes performance, video, exhibition making, archival research and writing to reflect upon the ways that intercultural relations and colonial histories shape the coTrade Review'This beautiful book looks back at [Coco Fusco's] influential work, including many of her memorable performances, in the three decades since she emerged on the scene in the 1990s. It’s an unfinished story as Fusco is still making work and publishing words that bring deep discomfort to the powers to be' - HyperallergicTable of ContentsTomorrow I Will Become an Island: Olga Viso Introduction: Coco Fusco The Politics of Discomfort: Julia Bryan-Wilson Corporeality and Critique: Jill Lane Inverting the Frame: Anna Gritz Coco Fusco and the Empty Spaces of Havana: Antonio José Ponte Body of Work, 1988–2022: Compiled by Ursula Davila-Villa and Anna Stothart Exhibition and Performance History Artist’s Writings Selected Bibliography Contributors

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Book SynopsisThomas Bewick wrote A History of British Birds at the end of the eighteenth century, just as Britain fell in love with nature. This was one of the wildlife books that marked the moment, the first ''field-guide'' for ordinary people, illustrated by woodcuts of astonishing accuracy and beauty. But it was far more than that, for in the vivid vignettes scattered through the book Bewick drew the life of the country people of the North East - a world already vanishing under the threat of enclosures.In Nature''s Engraver: The life of Thomas Bewick, Jenny Uglow tells the story of the farmer''s son from Tyneside who revolutionised wood-engraving and influenced book illustration for a century to come. It is a story of violent change, radical politics, lost ways of life and the beauty of the wild - a journey to the beginning of our lasting obsession with the natural world. Nature''s Engraver won the National Arts Writers Award in 2007. Jenny Uglow is the author of, among others, A Gambling Man: Charles II and the Restoration, which was shortlisted for the 2010 Samuel Johnson Prize, Lunar Men and In These Times. ''The most perfect historian imaginable'' Peter Ackroyd

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Book SynopsisFocuses on the little known Magical Realist painter Marta Hegemann (1894–1970), re-inserting her into the histories of avant-garde modernismTrade ReviewDorothy Rowe's 'After Dada' redefines our understanding not only of avant-garde activities in Cologne between the wars, but also of the crucial role played by women artists previously given little coverage. Rowe brings to light the careers and works of the, until now, relatively little known Marta Hegemann and Angelika Fick-Hoerle, contextualised within the artistic networks in which they practiced, which included Max Ernst, Anton Räderscheit, August Sandler and Kurt Schwitters. By exploring the major roles played by Hegemann and Fick-Hoerle within this period, Rowe presents a new interpretation of cultural activity during the troubled period between the end of the First World War and the rise of National Socialism. Meticulously researched and convincingly argued, this book will mark a fantastic contribution towards studies in Germany art and culture in the early twentieth century.Mike O'Mahony, Reader in History of Art, University of BristolThe book offers a significant addition to research on Weimar visual culture and will be invaluable to students and specialists in the field."...her wide-ranging analyses of the work of Hegemann and her circle clearly demonstrate that in this instance, orthodox approaches to categorization and classification have led to a host of misconstructions and misrepre-sentations. As such, Dorothy Rowe’s After Dada provides both a worthy appraisal of a neglected artist and a thoughtful and thought-provoking examination of structures of cultural exchange within the Weimar Republic’s avant-garde."(THE KURT SCHWITTERS SOCIETY NEWSLETTER: May 2014) -- .Table of ContentsPrologue: A Not So Still LifeIntroduction1. Dada and Stupid: ‘Art is the Legacy of those left behind’2. Marta Hegemann between Heaven and Hell 3. The Lonely Couple: Hegemann and Räderscheidt as ‘Künstlerehepaar’4. Dilettantes Arise! Networks of the Cologne Avant-GardeConclusionBibliographyIndex

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Book SynopsisA comprehensive new reference book on the influential impressionist artist Edgar Degas, providing a detailed exploration of his life and the times in which he lived as well as a gallery of his best-known and most-loved works.

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Book SynopsisAn account of the Italian painter, architect and draughtsman, Raphael, one of the most influential artists of the High Renaissance. It explores his style and his compassionate depictions of Madonna and child groups, his portraits and his works based on Bible stories and myths.

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Book SynopsisA lively and expert account of Edouard Manet, one of the greatest French artists, whose striking realism has led to him being called the first modern painter. Vivid biography is combined with a superb gallery of his work, with 500 stunning reproductions and photographs.

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Book SynopsisA cumulation of Edward Goreys love for bons mots and the bizarre,The Glorious Nosebleedis his fifth abecedarium, originally published in 1974. A darkly humorous collection of black-and-white illustrations and cryptic descriptions, from She wandered among the trees Aimlessly to He wrote it all down Zealously, this laconic, alphabetic adventure will leave you both scratching your head and begging for more. Described in the original printing as An Exemplary Alphabet for Connoisseurs of Syntax, Semantics and Subtleties, The Glorious Nosebleed is the manifestation of Goreys clever mind and unique art. Dive deep into the chaos and unpredictability

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Book SynopsisThe enthralling Sunday Times-bestselling biography of the shepherd boy who changed the world with his revolutionary engineering and whose genius we still benefit from today''A biography of great verve brings back to vivid life a man who should never have been forgotten'' Andrew MarrAn evocative biography of Britain's greatest civil engineer Glover catches the thrill of Telford's engineering quite beautifully' GuardianThomas Telford''s name is familiar; his story less so. Born in 1757 in the Scottish Borders, his father died in his infancy, plunging the family into poverty. Telford''s life soared to span almost eight decades of gloriously obsessive, prodigiously productive energy. Few people have done more to shape our nation.A stonemason turned architect turned engineer, Telford invented the modern road, built churches, harbours, canals, docks, the famously vertiginous Pontcysyllte aqueduct in Wales and the dramatic Menai BridgeTrade ReviewA biography of great verve … brings back to vivid life a man who should never have been forgotten -- Andrew Marr‘Glover has done detailed research and any other author will struggle to improve on his life of Telford … Man of Iron is a competent, interesting book about an engineer whose star … deserves to shine a little brighter’ -- Simon Heffer * Daily Telegraph *‘An evocative biography of Britain’s greatest civil engineer … An evocative telling of an interesting life, an account that has lots to admire … Glover catches the thrill of Telford’s engineering quite beautifully’ * Guardian *‘A strikingly clear portrait of the man who helped shape Britain. ... A beautifully-written biography, reading almost as a work of classic literature’ * Engineering & Technology *‘Vivid, enthusiastic … Glover makes an enormously readable and persuasive case for Telford’s importance in our national story’ -- Dominic Sandbrook * Sunday Times *‘Astonishing and inspiring … Mixing effortless prose with genuine insight has produced an immersive biography that proves hard to put down … The story of Thomas Telford is the story of modern Britain, and never has it been so well told’ * BBC Countryfile *‘Glover has sailed across Telford’s aqueducts, walked his towpaths and tracked down his most obscure Scottish bridges [and his] dedication … has paid off’ -- Harry Mount * Spectator *‘Absorbing … [Glover’s] clear, concise style gives the plain-speaking Telford … a fitting literary treatment’ * Observer *‘Glover has ... been digging in the archives with Telfordian energy to produce a readable book about an overlooked man’ -- Damian Whitworth * The Times *‘This is a fine biography of a man of outstanding genius’ * Who Do You Think You Are? *An engaging new biography which celebrates the achievements of the Borders boy who invented the modern road * Sunday Post *[Glover] has avoided hagiography in this engaging, evocative and very readable tale * Financial Times *He paints a vivid picture of a man who was at once massively gifted, restless, ambitious, arrogant and utterly relentless in pursuit of his projects … A superb biography. Lengthy but rewarding, it sets Telford in the clash, clamour, stink and roar of Britain in the Georgian era * Herald *Julian Glover applies his skills as a journalist to write a very readable biography charting the history of Telford’s work * History Today *Glover digs in the archives with Telfordian energy to produce a readable book about the overlooked man * The Times *Thomas Telford, the great builder of bridges, canals aqueducts, churches and roads, is less famous than say, Christopher Wren or Isambard Kingdom Brunel. After you read this engrossing biography, you will wonder why -- William Leith * Evening Standard *

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Book SynopsisStriking and enigmatic, Boy Leading a Horse marks a turning point in Picasso''s use of color, composition and subject matterPablo Picasso (1881?1973) developed the monumental, mysterious painting Boy Leading a Horse (1905?6) from an unrealized mural during a pivotal period of evolution in his art. He was emerging from his "Blue Period" and his "Rose Period," but not yet at work on the groundbreaking Demoiselles d?Avignon (1907). Through vigorous brushstrokes and a stark palette of gray and ochre, Picasso invokes an impressive set of past and present artworks in his rendering of the two figures in Boy Leading a Horse. The scene is detached from time and place, and the striding boy and his horse project a steely firmness of mind, body and purpose?yet the purpose is unknown. In this volume of the One on One series, Annemarie Iker offers a close examination of this composition, produced during a phase of private introspection and art historical investigation at the start of the 20th century. This is the second volume of the series to be dedicated to a work by Picasso in MoMA''s collection, and illustrates a transitional moment in his oeuvre as fascinating as his more defined eras.

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Book SynopsisMaster Carver Grinling Gibbons (1648–1721) is famous for his breathtakingly delicate, intricate and realistic carvings, both in wood and stone. Tantalising cascades of fruit and flowers, puffy-cheeked cherubs, crowds of figures and flourishes of architecture are all trademark features of his energetic, animated carvings that grace stately homes, palaces, churches and colleges across the country. His work can be found in some of Britain’s most beloved buildings, including St Paul’s Cathedral and Hampton Court Palace. From his early work in the Low Countries to his ‘discovery’ by the diarist John Evelyn in London, and his appointment as the king’s Master Carver, this book celebrates Grinling Gibbons’ unequalled talent, his visionary genius, and his ability to transform humble pieces of wood into some of the most exquisite artworks of his day.Table of ContentsIntroduction The Origins and Genius of Grinling Gibbons By Royal Appointment Oxford and Cambridge Chapels, Churches and a Cathedral Country Houses and Stately Homes Latter Days Further Reading Places to Visit Index

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Book SynopsisRadical Softnessis a visual compendium of American artist Janet Echelman's oeuvre, including detailed project documentation, archival source materials, and a fascinating illustrated chronology.Over the past twenty-five years, Janet Echelman has created monumentally scaled public sculptures using unlikely materials, from atomized water particles to engineered fiber fifteen times stronger than steel. She weaves ancient craft and computational modeling software into an utterly unique art form. Radical Softnessis a comprehensive sourcebook that unpacks Echelman's vital practice and her ongoing commitment to Taking Imagination Seriously, the title of her TED Talk which has been translated into thirty-five languages and has more than two million views. It features mesmerizing color photographs, a foreword by fellow creative Swizz Beatz, and contributions from a diverse range of internationally recognized scholars, engineers, designers, architects, and curators contextualizing the interdisciplinary impact of Echelman'sworkwithin the fields of global art history, architecture, computation, and landscape architecture. Perfect for: Fans of Janet Echelman and women artists of the 21st century Gift-giving to art lovers, art students, and art history buffs Sculpture, architecture, and urban design enthusiasts Anyone interested in material science, structural and aeronautical engineering, and computer science

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Book SynopsisThe English Romantic painter Joseph Mallord William Turner (23 April 1775–19 December 1851) was a brilliant landscape artist, a watercolourist and printmaker. His style, powerful and fierce, melding the elements with humankind are thought by many to have prepared the way for Impressionism. In his time he was controversial, but his focus on land and seascapes widened the palette of artists and their audience, and his impressionistic brushwork prepared the way for the fragmentation of the modern era. This wonderful new book brings to life his greatest achievements, with such paintings as The Fighting 'Temeraire’, Inside Tintern Abbey and Rain, Steam and Speed (The Great Western Railway).

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Book SynopsisA beautifully designed and darkly comic collection of work, this book gathers together the best of Shrigley's work, old and new. It is a celebration of the surreal world of one of our finest contemporary artists.Trade ReviewFunny, profound and surprising all at the same time -- Harry HillA brilliant new volume * * Scotland on Sunday * *David Shrigley is probably the funniest gallery-type artist who ever lived. -- Dave EggersConsistently funny * * Daily Telegraph * *[A] master of modern surrealism . . . a must for fans of the absurd * * Evening Standard * *On the kink of his line Shrigley can shift effortlessly from pathos to paranoia. And his work is funny - very funny - his timing devastatingly effective. -- Will SelfWeird, funny, abject, wise, silly, savage, moral and engaging. * * Independent * *With a casual gesture Shrigley points to that hideous shape whose name I've never known - and then he names it. And the name is profoundly, embarrassingly familiar. I'm laughing while frantically searching for a pen, so desperate to capture the feeling he has unearthed in me. -- Miranda JulyShrigley's comedy appears to confirm the belief of great humourists (from Laurence Sterne to Woody Allen) that laughter is synonymous with hope. In the arena of contemporary art, Shrigley's work maintains a dualism, which is rare, rewarding and ultimately generous. * * Frieze * *David Shrigley is a rare thing in the art world: someone whose work people - normal(ish) people - actually love * * The Skinny * *The Glasgow-based artist's scribbly drawings and witty captions have inspired a cult following and a celebrity fanbase including Will Self and Franz Ferdinand. * * X Magazine * *Wonderfully skewed * * The Glasgow Herald * *Shrigley specialises in the humour of a horny teenage boy crossed with an uptight conservative wrangling with modern moral dilemmas. Needless to say, we are in love. * * The Gay Times * *A must for fans of the absurd * * ES magazine * *Half man, half legend * * Skinny * *Over the 300 or so pages, Shrigley mines a mordant, scatological seam, conjuring up the dark tradition of British humour that threw up Tony Hancock and Chris Morris * * The Times * *Of his 20-odd books, this is by far the best. Plus, he's really famous now, so this might be the only way you'll ever own anything he's drawn * * X Magazine * *A massive yellow compendium of paintings, writings, sculptures and scrawlings from an artist touched by comic genius and something like full-blown lunacy * * The Lady * *

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Book SynopsisA unique body of work and a radical contribution to our understanding of magic, art, sexual enlightenment and female desire, this exquisitely illustrated book provides an introduction to Ithell Colquhoun’s enigmatic series of paintings, drawings and poems: Diagrams of Love. Exploring Colquhoun's blend of alchemical, Kabbalistic and Tantric imagery and placed within the context of theories of sex magic extant in the occult subcultures of the early twentieth century, this beautiful little book of erotic art and poetry is one to treasure.

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