Art

The Music of George Lloyd An in-depth analysis of British composer George Lloyd's music, exploring his twelve symphonies and featuring a brief biography, list of works, and updated discography. This...

Fashion Artist: Drawing Techniques to Portfolio Presentation is a comprehensive guide to creating striking fashion designs and illustrations. Now in its third edition, this book takes you through the...

The Acting Coach Approach: 48 Monologues for Kids and How to Master Them is a unique resource for young actors. This comprehensive guide not only features original, engaging monologues but also...

The Life of Benvenuto Cellini is a masterful autobiography that offers a unique glimpse into the life and works of one of Renaissance Italy's most renowned artists. Written by Cellini himself, this...

The Robert Burns Songbook for Guitar and Voice Volume 2 by Adrian Allan is a collection of 20 songs arranged for guitar and voice. This second volume features full fingerstyle arrangements in...

Decoys and Disruptions: Selected Writings 1975-2001 by Martha Rosler is a comprehensive collection of essays that explore the intersection of art and politics, feminist art practices, and the media...

Hanne Darboven's Cultural History 1880-1983 is a vast and complex installation that weaves together diverse cultural references with autobiographical documents and personal ephemera. Spanning over...

The Art of Ibn Al-Arabi: A Collection of 19 Diagrams from the Greatest Master of Sufism. This book presents nineteen diagrams created by one of Islam's most revered spiritual leaders, which convey...

The Academy Year One: Drawing by Timothy E. Rees is a comprehensive textbook designed to support students in their first year of study at an accelerated art program. This 300-page guide provides...

Storyboarding in film and television production is an essential process that helps bring a director's vision to life. This visual blueprint, illustrated in a comic strip style, serves as a guide for...

Bill Hicks: A Jar of Insight Ben Robinson presents an excerpted chapter from his 2017 book Mindful Artfulness, exploring the life and work of Bill Hicks. This collection delves into the mind of the...

Vermeer: A Monograph in the Making of His Times By Wayne Franits, Phaidon Press This new monograph provides fresh insights into the work of Vermeer within the framework of his times. Written in a...

Art Crazy Nation: The Post Blimey Art World by Matthew Collings explores the British art world over the last five years. This book offers a candid look at the contemporary art scene, questioning...

Gesture and Line: Four Post-war German and Austrian Artists from the Duerckheim Collection presents a unique selection of artworks by four artists who rose to prominence in post-war Germany and...

Tony Caramanico: Montauk Surf Journals is a unique collection of journal entries that offer an intimate glimpse into the life of a pioneering figure in East Coast surf culture. Spanning over 60...

Discover the Art of Alcohol Ink Dreamscaping with This Comprehensive Guide. Learn to create beautiful, flowing abstracts using alcohol inks and simple tools like coffee stirrers or straws. This quick...

The Art of Experiment: Parmigianino at the Courtauld This catalogue brings together a remarkable collection of works by Parmigianino, including his famous and enigmatic Virgin and Child painting. The...

This book offers a practical guide to building a creative career without compromising one's values. Written by a creative for creatives, it provides fundamental knowledge and tools to overcome common...

The Subcultures Reader brings together key writings on subcultures from various fields of study. This collection covers a range of topics, including working-class youth cultures and punk movements,...

A History of Art History by Christopher S. Wood This authoritative book provides an in-depth account of the development of art history from the late Middle Ages to the present day. Wood synthesizes...

Art to Come: Histories of Contemporary Art by Terry Smith Terry Smith's latest work offers a comprehensive exploration of contemporary art, tracing its emergence and development in a rapidly changing...

Pieter Bruegel the Elder - Fall of the Rebel Angels is a comprehensive study of one of the most celebrated paintings in the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium. This book provides an in-depth...

Rudolph Ihlee: A Life in Art. This biography explores the career of Rudolph Ihlee, a prize-winning student at the Slade School who turned his back on a promising career in London to find creative...

Alex Katz: The White Coat presents a new series of large-scale portraits by Alex Katz, featuring his daughter-in-law Vivien Bittencourt wearing a radiant white coat. Through a palette dominated by...

Double the Fun with Eighty Amazing Celtic Designs. Discover the joy of adult coloring books and unlock your creativity with this stunning collection of Celtic-inspired designs. Packed with eighty...

Tai Shani's The Neon Hieroglyph is a series of painterly and poetic considerations on a feminized history of the rye fungus Ergot. This book weaves together diverse reflections, from the cellular to...

The Migrant Image: A Politics of Equality through Art T. J. Demos examines how contemporary artists have redefined documentary practices in their portrayals of mobile lives, including refugees,...

The Public Sculpture of Edinburgh is the twentieth volume in an ambitious collaboration between Liverpool University Press and the Public Monuments and Sculpture Association. This comprehensive study...

Land Art and Climate Action: Designing the 21st Century City Park explores how clean energy technologies can shape our urban landscapes into beautiful, post-carbon cities.The book features over 300...

Drawing From Memory: A Revolutionary Approach to Learning to Draw. This groundbreaking work has been selected for its cultural significance and is part of the collective knowledge of human...

Develop your skill in the art of lettering with this comprehensive guide to calligraphy. Perfect for beginners, Tom Gourdie's expert advice covers essential techniques such as holding your pen,...

Sunny cats, sad cats, grinning cats, bad cats, cats with scowls and cats with jowls are just a few of the endearing feline characters featured in this unique collection.Hand-bound with a...

Painting Animals in Gouache offers a step-by-step guide to creating finely detailed illustrations using this versatile medium. You'll start by learning to blend colours and paint different types of...

John William Tuohy's in-depth analysis of the making of Elia Kazan's iconic film Waterfront explores its enduring themes and cinematic craftsmanship.The author examines how, despite some flaws, the...

Heinrich Campendonk: A Study of an Underappreciated Artist This book offers a fresh perspective on the life and work of Heinrich Campendonk, a German-born artist who was part of the influential Der...

Twelve collectors of tribal art in Britain played a significant role in shaping the country's ethnographic collections between 1770 and 1990. These men were driven by a passion for collecting,...

Escape: The Heyday of Caribbean Glamour by Hermes Mallea is a nostalgic celebration of the glamour of warm-weather destinations in the Caribbean and Florida. Through iconic photography, this book...

Memory Art in the Contemporary World explores the growing field of transnational memory art, which has emerged as a response to traumatic historical pasts. This book focuses on contemporary artists...

Captive by Jo-Anne McArthur explores the lives of animals in zoos and aquaria around the world. Through over 100 photographs taken over a decade, McArthur reveals the experiences of these animals,...

Scottish Painting 1837 to the Present by William R. Hardie This comprehensive guide to Scottish painting explores the country's rich artistic heritage from its early beginnings to the present day...

Alex Katz: Theater & Dance brings together a unique body of work by the artist, exploring his long-standing fascination with dance and its connections to painting. Since 1959, Katz has collaborated...

Discover the enduring British passion for Dutch paintings from the 17th century, as showcased in this exhibition catalog featuring masterpieces from National Trust houses.The catalog explores why and...

Drawing Nature: A Quick and Easy Guide to Drawing Animals, Plants, and Landscapes from Around the World. Catherine V. Holmes shares her expertise as an art teacher in this comprehensive guide to...

Miquel Barceló: A Visionary Artist's Recent Work This exhibition catalog presents a selection of atmospheric paintings by Miquel Barceló, one of Spain's most important contemporary artists. Inspired...

Hans Holbein: A Master of Portraiture This book offers an in-depth look at the life and work of Hans Holbein, a 16th-century master portraitist who had unparalleled access to the royal court. With...

Relax and unwind with this beautiful adult color by number coloring book. Perfect for those looking to de-stress and express their creativity, this book features a range of calming designs, including...

The Live Creature and Ethereal Things: Physics in Culture is a collection of essays, images, and short texts that explore the intersection of physics and culture. Contributions by artists, curators,...

Spanning over a century of British art, this collection brings together over 50 drawings by some of Britain's most celebrated artists. These works showcase the figure as subject, from carefully...

The Idler by Tom HodgkinsonA collection of essays that explore the art of idling and finding joy in everyday life. Tom Hodgkinson, author of The Idler's Handbook, shares his thoughts on how to...

Relax with this large print dot-to-dot activity book, featuring beautiful sea life images in easy-to-read format. Puzzles range from 150 to 505 dots, allowing you to choose your level of challenge...

The Wanderers and Critical Realism in Nineteenth Century Russian Painting by David Jackson explores the cultural role played by Russia's first independent artistic society, the Wanderers. Formed in...

Discover 55 unique pattern designs to help you relax and unwind with this adult coloring book. Perfect for reducing stress and promoting meditation, each design is carefully crafted to provide a...

The Complete Guide to Fujifilm's X-Pro3 (B&W Edition) is an in-depth resource for photographers looking to get the most out of their camera. With over 900 tips, tricks, and tweaks, this comprehensive...

Not Going It Alone: Collective Curatorial Curating offers a nuanced exploration of contemporary curatorial practices. This collection of essays and experimental texts delves into the complexities of...

Art's Properties by David Joselit explores how art has become a commodity in modern society. The author argues that artworks are not inherently political, but rather occupy a unique space between...

La Petite Patisserie is a beautiful and relaxing creative colouring book for all ages. Switch off, unwind, and unleash your inner creativity as you colour in the deliciously decadent images of cakes,...

Hans Baldung Grien's paintings and woodcut prints are renowned for their striking depictions of witches. These images, created in late medieval Germany, combine powerful visual expression with abject...

California's Monterey Bay is one of Earth's natural crown jewels, boasting an incredible array of biodiversity. This unique ecosystem supports iconic wildlife such as Monarch butterflies, California...

Giovanni Bellini: Landscapes of Faith in Renaissance Venice explores the unique role landscapes played in the artist's work. This catalogue focuses on how Bellini used landscape to enhance the...

A create-your-own-adventure coloring book that brings you face-to-face with the darkly whimsical world of Krampus. This unique book combines a retelling of the Krampus story in an interactive format,...

Prospecting Ocean explores the complex relationships between industry, politics, culture, and economics at the forefront of ocean excavations. Through an innovative union of art and science, this...

Documenting the 25th anniversary of Bob Dylan's Never Ending Tour in 2013, Andrew Muir provides an in-depth analysis of this unprecedented trek. Spanning almost half of Dylan's entire career and over...

Cholo Writing: Latino Gang Graffiti in Los Angeles is a unique and fascinating study of a 20th-century art form. This book documents the evolution of Cholo Writing, a Mexican-American phenomenon that...

Organize and showcase your colouring supplies with this comprehensive reference guide. Featuring 80 single-sided template pages to document your collection, 20 pages for recording blending palettes,...

This beautifully illustrated guide provides detailed instructions on how to paint flowers with watercolors. Ai Nakamura's expert lessons will help you build your skills, one step at a time.The eight...

The Shakespeare Head Press was founded in 1904 by Arthur Henry Bullen, who dreamed of printing the entire works of William Shakespeare. This ambitious project led to the creation of a unique press...

Byzantine Studies as a Colonial Discipline? A Critical Historiography This book defines the parameters of the debate about whether Byzantine studies are a colonialist discipline. It proposes ways of...

Acrylics are a versatile and exciting medium, but getting the most out of them can be tricky. This guide helps you unlock their full potential with clear instructions and photographic examples...

Discover the art of brush lettering and watercolour painting with Katja Haas' expert guidance. This book combines beautiful lettering with vibrant watercolours to create unique design possibilities...

The Bauhaus Weaving Theory offers a fresh perspective on the influential school's weaving workshop. T'ai Smith's in-depth examination reveals the innovative creations and writings of the women who...

Viking and Slavic Ornamental Designs Volume 3 by Igor Gorewicz explores the rich artistic heritage of ancient Europe. This new volume builds upon the author's previous works, incorporating over 266...

Illustrate your own favourite fairy tales with this unique activity book. A collection of beloved stories is accompanied by empty frames waiting to be filled with your own art. Bring these stories to...

An Introduction to the Phenomenology of Performance Art Self/s by T. J. Bacon is an original and unique new book that explores the experience and location of the self within performance art practice...

Extra/Ordinary Craft and Contemporary Art explores the significance of craft in contemporary art, examining how artists, critics, curators, and scholars have redefined the role of craft media. From...

This lavishly illustrated book recontextualises debates about the visual and verbal spheres through the lens of Greek and Roman antiquity. Dr Squire explores how modern Western concepts of 'words'...

The Sagrada Familia: A Masterpiece in Perpetual Construction Gijs van Hensbergen's biography explores the evolution of Antoni Gaudí's iconic building, from its inception in 1882 to the present day...

Barkley L. Hendricks: Birth of the Cool is the first career retrospective of renowned American artist Barkley L. Hendricks. Born in 1945, Hendricks' unique work combines elements of American realism...

Learn to Paint Beautiful Creations with Brush Pens. Discover how to unlock the full potential of your brush pen markers and create vibrant watercolor paintings. This easy-to-follow guide is perfect...

Michelangelo's Dream, created around 1533, is widely regarded as one of the finest Italian Renaissance drawings. Now available in catalogue form, this publication explores the work in relation to...

Explore your creativity with this unique coloring book. Perfect for those considering a custom tattoo design, it allows you to experiment with different colors and techniques to find your ideal look...

From the 18th to the 19th centuries, Germany was home to a vibrant cultural movement that produced some of Europe's most influential thinkers and artists. This period saw the emergence of iconic...

Gilbert Bayes Sculptor 1872-1953 is a comprehensive record of the work of sculptor Gilbert Bayes, spanning multiple art movements and styles. This catalogue raisonné provides a detailed overview of...

The Artist Helen Coombe: A Life of Art and Struggle Helen Coombe was a talented artist whose work was admired for its skill and intellect. This biography delves into her life, exploring her artistic...

Anj Smith: Drifting Habitations presents a new body of work by British painter Anj Smith, exploring themes of gender, ecology, anxiety and eroticism. Her paintings navigate the spaces between...

A Stealth Game: The Kojima Code, Part II by Terry Wolfe is a thought-provoking analysis of Hideo Kojima's career and work. This second installment of The Kojima Code series delves into the politics,...

Sean Scully & Kelly Grovier present a poignant duet of poetry and art, each dedicated to a specific bird species. Sean Scully's distinctive style is showcased in his iPhone drawings, which capture...

Understand and apply the fundamentals of color with confidence. This interactive guide demystifies color theory, providing an overview of the key concepts and practical exercises to help you elevate...

In 1969, four tutors at Saint Martin's School of Art in London embarked on an innovative teaching experiment. Students were placed together in a large white room, locked from the inside, and given...

This book explores the relationship between art and written language, examining how words have been used in various forms of art throughout history.From classical Greece to modern times, the authors...

Phenomenology and Art by José Ortega y Gasset explores the intersection of philosophy and art, examining how human experience is shaped by our perceptions and understanding of the world. Ortega y...

Bugger BanksyA clandestine business is turned upside down when the world's most famous graffiti artist leaves his mark on their old barn in South Wales. Glyn and Kevin's secret is invaded by an...

This is the first complete collection of the writings of Yves Klein, a visionary French conceptual artist. His philosophical mind and deep spirituality are reflected in his work, which aimed to...

Think Like an Artist, Don't Act Like One by Koos de Wilt presents 75 fresh perspectives on art and life. From ancient to modern works, this book reveals timeless lessons about success, love, work,...

Relax and unwind with these beautiful mandalas. This coloring book features 27 intricate designs to help you calm your mind and find inner peace. Each mandala is carefully printed on one side of an 8...

Drawing Florals in 5 Easy Steps Create Flowers, Leaves, and Elegant Shapes One Step at a Time by Marty Woods. Learn to draw beautiful flowers with ease. This beginner-friendly guide takes you through...

Truth Bomb: A vibrant collection of stories and artworks from 22 pioneering and established women artists from around the world.This inspiring compilation challenges readers to find solace in the...

This second edition builds on the success of our first book, "Learn To Draw a Graffiti Masterpiece", by exploring graffiti tagging as an art form. Unlike books that focus on illegal tagging, this...

Learn everything you need to know about creating video using the single-camera format. This comprehensive guide covers preproduction planning, setting up, rehearsing, shooting, striking, and pleasing...

Color your way into a world of joy and innocence with Queenie Wong's delightful coloring book, Cuties Attack. This charming collection features 30 images of sweet young girls, each printed on a...

Textile historian Amanda Sikarskie, Ph.D., explores the fascinating story of the Dupree family, Huguenot weavers who settled in Spitalfields, London. Their work on luxurious silk brocade is not only...