Art

All About Process: A Study of Modern Artistic Labor This book explores how the concept of artistic process has shaped modern and contemporary art. Kim Grant examines the historical roots of this idea, tracing its influence on artists such as Monet,...

As We Rise presents a powerful collection of photographs from African diasporic culture. Spanning over one hundred works by Black artists from diverse regions, this volume offers a timely exploration of Black identity across the Atlantic. The Wedge...

Black Atlantic Power, People, Resistance is an illustrated history that explores the complex relationship between Cambridge and the Black Atlantic.Between 1400 and 1900, European powers, including Britain, colonised the Americas and transported millions...

Drawn to the Edge: A Lewis and Harris Sketchbook showcases over 100 sketches of the Outer Hebrides, one of Scotland's most remote regions. Anthony Barber captures the harsh yet stunning landscapes of Lewis and Harris in simple yet beautiful renderings...

Discover your unique creative voice with this inspiring guide to fluid art. Jessica Young shares her expertise as a licensed psychotherapist to help you develop your energy and tap into your artistic flow. Through practical instruction and soulful...

Jeff Koons: A Portrait in His Own Words. This book presents an intimate portrait of Jeff Koons' life and art through conversations with renowned art curator Sir Norman Rosenthal. Conducted over three years, the interviews provide unparalleled access to...

The Art of the Baltic States offers a unique perspective on European art history. This lavishly illustrated reference explores the modern art scene in Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia, showcasing how artists created their own distinct movement rooted in...

Robert Crumb's World presents a comprehensive collection of work by the renowned American comic artist. Spanning five decades, this book showcases a wide range of printed matter from Crumb's career, including tear sheets, comic book covers, broadsides...

Agnes Martin's Night Sea (1963) is a large canvas of hand-drawn rectangular grids painted in luminous blue and gold. This illustrated study presents the painting as a work by an artist who was also a thinker, poet, and writer, whose self-presentation...

Ian McKeever's Henge Paintings is a recent publication by one of Britain's most senior artists working internationally. The book documents his series of paintings, inspired by prehistoric standing stones in Wiltshire, England, and explores the languages...

Scott Campbell's latest collection of artist cartoons brings together more memorable moments of movie mayhem. Featuring a foreword by comedian Paul Scheer, Great Showdowns: The Revenge celebrates these strangely good-natured confrontations between...

Duchamp's Telegram From Beaux-arts to Art-in-general by Thierry de Duve offers a fresh perspective on Marcel Duchamp's legacy and its impact on modern art. In 1917, Duchamp sent out a provocative 'telegram' in the guise of a urinal signed R. Mutt, which...

Bring magic into your world with this enchanting fairy coloring book. Explore the forests, fields, waters, and sky through 20 beautifully hand-drawn illustrations.Relax and unwind as you fill each page with color, using high detail and patterns to suit...

Selected Letters of Clive Bell: Art, Love and War in BloomsburyThis collection brings together a selection of letters by Clive Bell, a leading art critic and pacifist who was a key figure in the cultural history of modernism. With his marriage to Vanessa...

Pipilotti Rist: Pixel Forest is the most comprehensive monograph to date on the groundbreaking Swiss artist and international art star Pipilotti Rist. Her pioneering work in experimental video art has made her celebrated for expansive installations that...

Bergson and the Art of Immanence Painting, Photography, Film brings together 20th-century French philosopher Henri Bergson's work on immanence with the latest ideas in art theory and practice. This collection of essays explores concepts such as rhythmic...

This comprehensive history of African art spans over 5,000 years, revealing its true diversity for the first time. Peter S. Garlake challenges centuries of misconceptions to showcase the sophisticated nature of African art.Garlake's in-depth exploration...

The treasures housed in the world's most famous museums are often the result of complex and sometimes troubled histories. Many of these objects were acquired through coercion or theft, and their return is now being demanded by countries from which they...

Discover the world of Rinpa, a style that has captivated art lovers for centuries. Established in 17th-century Kyoto, this influential school of Japanese painting continues to shape modern art and design. This book explores the history of Rinpa, from its...

Learn to bring your own unique fantasy characters to life with this comprehensive guide to drawing manga action furries. Follow the expert techniques of 14 professional Japanese artists as they show you how to create a wide range of anthropomorphic...

Lauren Wager's Palette Perfect Color Combinations by Season offers a fresh approach to color combinations, featuring entirely new palettes organized by season. This collection explores multiple possibilities of seasonal color applications, showcasing...

Baltica III Pattern and Design Coloring Book by Alice Koko is a unique collection of authentic Latvian folk art designs. This coloring book features 33 single-sided pages, each showcasing a distinctive motif or pattern to inspire your next embroidery or...

Learn to draw everything from cats and puppies to buildings and spaceships with Lee J. Ames's step-by-step guide.This comprehensive drawing book features sixty examples, showcasing the basic shapes, forms, and proportions of subjects in an easy-to-master...

A General Theory of Visual Culture by Whitney Davis explores the relationship between vision and culture. This ambitious book presents a new framework for understanding visual culture, arguing that artifacts and pictures are designed to be seen in a...

Birds in Art brings together a stunning collection of artworks depicting birds from the Renaissance to the present. From medieval manuscripts to contemporary pieces, this book showcases the natural beauty and diversity of birds through various media,...

This 1980s-themed adult coloring book is perfect for anyone who loves the decade. It's filled with meticulously designed illustrations of iconic accessories, fashions, trends, and games from the 1980s.Inside, you'll find 26 unique designs to colour,...

Eva Hesse: Exhibitions, 1972-2022 by Eva Hesse and Barry Rosen is a comprehensive account of the artist's landmark institutional exhibitions following her death. This volume brings together contributions from museum curators involved in organizing these...

The Filmmaker's Guide to Visual Effects is a comprehensive guide to visual effects for non-VFX specialists in film and television production. Eran Dinur, an award-winning VFX supervisor and instructor, provides a detailed introduction to visual effects...

William Coldstream Catalogue Raisonné by Peter T. J. Rumley and William Coldstream is a comprehensive collection of the artist's work. Coldstream was a significant cultural icon of the 20th century, whose paintings were admired by many prominent figures...

Edvard Munch Masterpieces from Bergen showcases eighteen major works by one of the world's greatest modern artists. This publication accompanies a major exhibition at the Courtauld Gallery, London, and features paintings from the KODE Art Museums in...

Franz West: The 1990s is a fully illustrated publication that explores the artist's work from this pivotal decade. During the 1990s, Franz West's career underwent significant transformations, marked by innovative stylistic directions and international...

This collection of writings by Patrick George offers insights into his approach to painting and teaching. As Professor of Fine Art at the Slade School, George shares his thoughts on the landscape, his methods for teaching drawing and painting, and the...

Banksy's Bristol: Home Sweet Home The Unofficial Guide is now in its fifth edition, featuring over 175 images from the city. This revised guide includes new artworks by Banksy, such as the Barton Hill Flower Girl and Devolved Parliament, which was sold...

The Universal Penman by George Bickham is a comprehensive guide to calligraphy and commercial art. First compiled in the 1740s, this work features the best specimens of 24 leading calligraphers of its time, with each plate reproduced from an original so...

Hurvin Anderson: A Comprehensive Overview of His Work. This first major monograph showcases the career to date of British-born Jamaican artist Hurvin Anderson. Known for his vibrant, densely detailed landscapes and interior scenes, Anderson's paintings...

Blueprints of Fashion: A Visual Guide to Home Sewing Patterns of the 1950s This collection of pattern envelopes showcases the most popular styles of the 1940s, from everyday workclothes to evening dresses and accessories. Featuring over 550 color...

The 'do-it-yourself' artwork: a critical anthology. This collection sheds light on artworks that invite viewers to participate actively in their creation and experience, from kinetic art to installations and relational media. By exploring the history of...

André Salmon's eyewitness accounts of early twentieth century French art offer a unique perspective on the revolutionary spirit of the period. La jeune peinture française and La jeune sculpture française capture the essence of Fauvism, Cubism, and their...

Classical Drawing Atelier offers a unique approach to traditional studio practice, bringing back the educational model that has produced some of the greatest artists in history. This atelier is led by Juliette Aristides, a classically trained artist who...

A unique grayscale coloring book featuring 24 original illustrations by artist Christine Karron. This is the first book in her "Fairies" series, showcasing 20 beautiful detailed designs, including four bonus pages.Each illustration is carefully shaded...

Discover the beauty of marine life through these 32 captivating artistic templates. Perfect for coloring, tangle art, and more, they feature a range of stunning aquatic animals, from great whites to whales and dolphins. Use these versatile designs to...

Colour Me Calm Book 3: Mandalas is a beautiful and relaxing creative colouring book. Its stunning patterns and designs invite you to unwind and unleash your inner creativity as you lose yourself in the flow of colouring.Each design is printed on a single...

Picturing Women in Late Medieval and Renaissance ArtThis extensively illustrated book explores how women were represented in art during the late Middle Ages in Northern Europe. Through a range of media, including woodcuts, the author examines the...

Discover the masterpieces of Vincent van Gogh at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam. This guide showcases the largest collection of his paintings, drawings, letters and prints in the world.The museum's permanent collection has been redesigned to focus on...

Eva Hesse: Longing, Belonging and Displacement is a new examination of the work of American German Jewish artist Eva Hesse. This book uses exciting new feminist approaches to explore her art practice, focusing on key works and uncovering the overlooked...

Maira Kalman's My Favorite Things is a poignant and witty exploration of the significance of objects in our lives. Featuring over 50 original paintings and handwritten prose, this beautifully illustrated book delves into the universal experience of...

Carol Duncan explores the role of public art museums as cultural artifacts and ritual settings in their own right. Drawing from anthropological and philosophical literature, she examines specific museum rituals in the US, Britain, and France, including...

Play and the Artist's Creative Process explores the connection between childhood play and adult creativity. This book examines how an understanding of play can shed new light on the processes that recur in the work of Philip Guston and Eduardo Paolozzi...

Graphic L.A. is a unique exploration of color and art, presented as both practical instruction and guided meditation. Robh Ruppel, an accomplished artist and instructor at several prominent institutions, shares his approach to building stunning images...

Frida Kahlo's universe is revealed through almost 300 archival items, showcasing her distinctive wardrobe and personal art collection. This compendium presents a rich diversity of themes and ideas surrounding two iconic figures of modern Mexico: Frida...

Learn to bring your science fiction characters to life with this full-color instruction book. From renowned illustrator Prentis Rollins, it's an engaging guide for artists of all ages.This comprehensive art book covers the fundamentals of drawing...

Donna Dewberry's Essential Guide to Flower and Landscape Painting brings 50 beautiful projects together in one comprehensive book. Using her easy-to-master One-Stroke painting techniques, you can create gorgeous flowers, landscapes, and garden scenes...

A collection of essays in honour of Christopher Green, a leading scholar in modernist art history. Twelve original pieces by prominent experts bring new perspectives to key questions in European modernism. These essays explore major themes and specific...

Sketch Your Best Self is a fun and creative guide to drawing portraits and selfies. With this inspiring how-to sketchbook, you can capture your unique features and express yourself through art.Inside, you'll find a range of exercises and prompts to help...

Marianne Grant's remarkable story is one of courage and resilience. As an artist, she created works of art in the most extreme circumstances, providing a unique insight into her experiences during WWII and imprisonment in concentration camps.These...

Desmond Morris explores the lives of the Surrealists, delving into their personalities, predilections and artistic approaches. This collection of life histories reveals the remarkable individuals behind the movement, from those who embodied its...

Learn to draw frogs with confidence and precision in this beginner's guide. Drawing Frogs Volume 1 covers the essential techniques and tools needed to get started.From establishing the basic shape of your subject, to adding detailed features like eyes...

Frans Hals: The Male Portrait is the first in-depth study of the Dutch Golden Age painter's innovative approach to male portraiture. From his early career in the 1610s until his death in 1666, Frans Hals revolutionised the male portrait with pose,...

The Tapestry of Life: A Botanical Artist's Miscellany by Susan Christopher-Coulson is a unique collection of botanical art and inspiration.Through 84 pages of beautifully illustrated plates, this miscellany showcases the artist's skill and creativity in...

Contemporary African Art Second Edition by Sidney Littlefield Kasfir explores the diverse and evolving field of contemporary African art from the 1950s to today. This revised edition features color illustrations throughout, showcasing the unique styles...

This comprehensive guide to drawing the human figure offers a unique approach to observation and creativity. By focusing on the process of drawing, Daniela Brambilla helps artists recover their ability to see and capture the essence of the subject...

A comprehensive overview of contemporary art since 1960. This intelligently argued book provides a coherent sense of the diverse styles, forms, media, techniques, and agendas that define this period. Extensively revised and expanded, it brings Michael...

Duchess Matilda Plantagenet and her sisters are often absent from the official documentary record, but their material culture tells a different story. This book explores how the belongings of elite women, such as textiles, illuminated manuscripts, coins,...

Why Art Cannot Be Taught: A Handbook for Art Students by James ElkinsThis comprehensive guide challenges common assumptions about teaching art in higher education. By examining the complexities of art instruction, Elkins reveals how the pursuit of...

Tommy Kane's unique style blends the world of photography and drawing. In "All My Photographs Are Made with Pens", he presents his vision of scenes captured through a photographic eye, yet rendered in his distinctive detailed drawing style. Kane's...

This monograph explores the life and work of Kate Nicholson, a highly talented artist whose career spans from early landscapes to abstracts inspired by her travels in Greece. The book delves into her artistic relationships with her mother and father, as...

Stuart Macdonald explores the evolution of art and design education across Europe and North America from the medieval guilds to modern times. This study examines the philosophies of teachers within their historical context, shedding light on the...

Artists Remake the World: A Contemporary Art Manifesto by Vid Simoniti explores the relationship between contemporary art, politics, and activism. This book introduces readers to the political ambitions of contemporary art in the early twenty-first...

Immerse yourself in a world of fantastical landscapes, where giant flowers bloom and mushroom-shaped houses stand tall. This 64-page coloring book features 31 intricately detailed fantasy scenes, perfect for experienced colorists looking to unwind and...

The Mystical Southwest is a unique collaboration of fine art mixed media paintings created by two internationally recognized artists. This collection showcases their joint works, which explore the beauty and essence of our natural world.Through visual...

Joe Tilson: A Life's Work This comprehensive monograph explores the career of Joe Tilson RA (1928-2023), one of the key figures in post-war British art and a pivotal artist of the British Pop Art movement. Written by Marco Livingstone, an expert on...

Flesh and Fabric: The Raiment of the Passion in a Crucifixion by Pietro Lorenzetti offers a fresh perspective on one of the fourteenth century's most famous artists. This small but significant panel, featuring a unique allegorical presentation of the...

Partisan Canons challenges traditional notions of an authoritative art canon. This collection presents provocative case studies that demonstrate how canons are formed, function, and change over time.The contributors explore the diverse factors that...

The Sixty Nine Stations of the Kisokaido offers an unforgettable portrait of daily life in 19th century Japan. Each plate teems with unique characters, from beggars and brawling men to boaters and finely clothed women, imbued with remarkable human...

The Rothko Chapel: An Oasis for Reflection This large-format volume offers an intimate look at the world-renowned Rothko Chapel, a sacred space dedicated to global human rights, art, and spirituality. Founded in 1971 by Dominique and John de Menil, the...

William Bell Scott's Screen A Pre-Raphaelite Romance by Emily Learmont explores a captivating artwork in exquisite detail. Commissioned by James Leathart, this beautifully decorated folding screen takes its inspiration from 15th-century Scots poem The...

Contemporary British Studio Pottery Forms of Expression explores how artists use the ancient language of the pot to convey contemporary ideas. This beautifully produced book showcases the work of twenty-four potters, revealing how pots can be powerful...

David Bellamy's Arctic Light: An Artist's Journey in a Frozen Wilderness brings to life the challenges and beauty of painting outdoors in one of the harshest environments on Earth. Through his vivid descriptions and stunning watercolour paintings, David...

Bring warmth and charm to your home with Kim Schaefer's delightful folk art quilts. This collection features 16 easy-to-follow projects for table runners, wallhangings, and quilts.Kim's cozy style is perfect for those who love traditional crafts and want...

Rembrandt's Light brings together 35 carefully selected paintings that focus on Rembrandt's mastery of light and visual storytelling. Created in his ideal studio at Breestraat in Amsterdam, these works showcase the artist's innovation in evoking mood,...

Create your own original comic book story with this comprehensive guide and sketchbook. Tuttle Studio offers a fun-filled activity book that's perfect for aspiring artists and animators to bring their stories to life. The 2-in-1 drawing how-to guide and...

Do Your Own Thing by Richard Phoenix explores the transformative potential of supporting creative young people in making music and art. Written with a unique voice, this non-fiction work contributes new perspectives to the DIY ethos, examining access,...

Beyond the Page: A richly illustrated exploration of South Asian Miniature painting's impact on contemporary art. This book tells the dynamic story of how Britain has engaged with miniature painting traditions from South Asia since the 16th century, and...

Scribble, Scribble, Scribble is a collection of eclectic writings that span a wide range of subjects. From cookery and family to politics and culture, Simon Schama's essays are passionate, provocative and entertaining.With topics as diverse as Barack...

The Reign of the Phallus: Sexual Politics in Ancient Athens By Eva C. Keuls In ancient Athens, the phallus was omnipresent, appearing in art, architecture, and everyday life. This book explores how the phallus dominated public life, influencing law,...

Discover the evolution of the automobile through 400-plus print advertisements from the Jim Heimann Collection. This visually stunning book takes you on a journey through the Automobile Age, tracing the transformation of cars from horseless carriages to...

The West Wing has left an indelible mark on popular culture. Since its premiere in 1999, it has become a touchstone for references and conversations about politics, relationships, and identity. Contributors from six countries share their personal...

The netsuke is an object of wonder: a tiny utilitarian accessory to traditional Japanese dress that has become an art form in itself. This book presents the Victoria and Albert Museum's world-famous collection of netsuke, showcasing their evolution over...

Green: A History of a Color explores the fascinating and often contradictory role of green in European societies from prehistoric times to the present day. By examining art, literature, religion, science, and everyday life, Michel Pastoureau reveals how...

The Face Our Human Story by Debra Mancoff explores how faces have been depicted across cultures and throughout history. From idealized portraits to masks and representations of different life stages, the face has played a central role in artistic...

First published in 2016, Chardin and Rembrandt is a literary experiment that explores the importance of visual art to Marcel Proust's development. Written at just 24 years old, this essay is a unique blend of art criticism and philosophical reflection...

Mary Newcomb Drawing from Observation by William Packer and Tessa Newcomb. This beautifully crafted book presents Mary Newcomb's artistic world, as seen through her copious sketches, paintings, and diary extracts. The artist's keen eye for observation is...

Expressionism: A Revolutionary Art MovementThis 2019 publication explores the key principles and characteristics of Expressionism, a pivotal art movement that emerged in Europe at the turn of the 20th century.Through a concise and accessible analysis,...

Learn to draw 100 extraordinary dragons in just six easy steps. From simple shapes, you'll create playful hatchlings and eventually illustrate battling giants and gnarled wyverns.This book breaks down each project into a handful of simple stages, leading...

Contemporary art is often subject to diverse and sometimes conflicting claims. Peter Osborne's new work offers a fresh approach to understanding this phenomenon through a philosophical lens. The book explores the nature of contemporary art, examining its...

Rose Wylie: painting a noun...This new body of work by celebrated British painter Rose Wylie draws inspiration from her own life and memories, as well as the world around her. Her paintings explore how memories evolve and change over time.A new essay by...

Hans Holbein the Younger is celebrated for his beautiful and precisely realized portraiture, but beyond these familiar images, he was a multifaceted genius: a humanist, satirist, and political propagandist. In "The King's Painter", biographer Franny...

Kim Gordon's Is It My Body? Selected Texts brings together a series of writings on art and music from the 1980s and early '90s, offering a unique perspective on contemporary culture. This collection of rare texts places Gordon's writing within the...

Zimbabwe Stone Sculpture celebrates 30 years of this unique art form with stunning full-color photography. This book takes you on a journey through the fascinating history and process of creating these magnificent pieces, from manual mining to skillful...