Art

Jean-Honoré Fragonard's Progress of Love is a series of fourteen paintings that bring to life the artist's masterpiece. Commissioned in 1771 for the comtesse du Barry, these works were intended to be...

Innovative Impressions Prints by Cassatt, Degas, and Pissarro offers a unique insight into the groundbreaking prints of three Impressionist artists. In 1879, Mary Cassatt, Edgar Degas, and Camille...

Nail Art A Fun Coloring Book for Girls with Empowering and Positive AffirmationsThis coloring book is designed to inspire young girls with creative designs and empowering affirmations. With 25+...

Ecoart in Action offers practical solutions to critical environmental challenges through 67 vetted approaches for facilitating artistic environmental projects. Compiled from internationally...

Carla Lonzi was a renowned art critic who abandoned her career in 1970 to co-found Rivolta Femminile, a pioneering feminist collective. This book brings together Lonzi's artistic and activist...

Kurt Schwitters' writings on art and criticism offer a unique perspective on modern life. This collection presents his critical and theoretical works in English for the first time, alongside...

René d'Harnoncourt and the Art of Installation is a detailed exploration of the life and work of René d'Harnoncourt, the director of the Museum of Modern Art from 1949 to 1968. This publication...

Costume in Performance: Materiality, Culture, and the BodyThis beautifully illustrated book explores the centrality of costume to live performance, examining its transformative power and cultural...

Learn to draw realistic portraits with confidence using simple, step-by-step techniques. Lee Hammond's guide shows you how to create smooth, gradual shadings to replicate skin contours and add depth...

This grayscale coloring book features 25 original illustrations by artist Julia Spiri. The artwork includes magical and romantic depictions of fantasy creatures, fairies and elves, beautiful girls'...

Explore the intricate world of urban landscapes with this beautifully designed colouring book. Featuring 40 original designs, each page is carefully crafted for fun and relaxation, making it an ideal...

Kathryn Maple's first monograph brings together 379 images of her distinctive drawings and paintings. Featuring works from her recent series "A Year of Drawings", alongside reproductions of mixed...

Sexuality in Western Art by Edward Lucie-Smith explores the diverse ways in which artists have depicted this complex subject over time. From ancient to modern works, Lucie-Smith examines how...

Bedtime Tales for Sleepless Nights by Jake Chapman and Dinos Chapman is a dark reimagining of the traditional children's morality tale. With its unsettling motto, "Sticks and stones may break thy...

Double Vision: A lavishly illustrated biography and criticism of American avant-garde filmmaker Robert Beavers. Robert Beavers is one of today's most significant living filmmakers, yet his dramatic...

Kitsch! Cultural Politics and Taste by Ruth Holliday and Tracey Potts explores how cultural objects are used to shape our understanding of identity and sensibility. By examining a diverse range of...

Rev up your creativity with this unique coloring book featuring iconic muscle cars from the golden era. Each page is adorned with numbered sections corresponding to a specific color, allowing you to...

Discover the joy of hand lettering with Amy Latta's latest guide to creating fun and whimsical designs.This book is perfect for anyone looking to add a touch of personality to their art, from...

Linda Nochlin's Misère explores how writers and artists of the 19th century responded to the social, material, and psychological changes brought about by the Industrial Revolution. Through a diverse...

Living with Clay: California Ceramics Collections celebrates the unique tastes and ideas of distinguished ceramic art collectors in California. This book is published to coincide with an exhibition...

Theology and the Arts: Exploring the Relationship Between Beauty and Divine Revelation. This thought-provoking book delves into the connections between theology and aesthetics, examining how art can...

Eddie Chambers brings together over 30 important texts on diaspora art history, offering a unique perspective on contemporary artists and their practices. This collection covers a range of...

Colour Me Calm Book 2: Flowers is a beautiful and relaxing creative colouring book. Unwind and unleash your inner creativity as you lose yourself in the flow of colouring in these stunning patterns...

Radical Art and the Formation of the Avant-Garde by David Cottington is a groundbreaking study that redefines the social, cultural, and visual history of the emergence of the "avant-garde" in Paris...

Threads of Awakening: An American Woman's Journey into Tibet's Sacred Textile Art is a unique blend of art book and memoir that follows Leslie Rinchen-Wongmo's unexpected journey to the Himalayas...

Oil Painting Lessons with Rembrandt and 'Calcite Sun Oil' Artist's Health and Safety Without Hazardous Solvents Resins Varnishes and Driers is a comprehensive guide to oil painting, developed by...

Learn the fundamentals of traditional calligraphy with this portable guide. The styles of its letters have evolved over time, but the classical Roman capitals remain the foundation for all modern...

Coloring your way to relaxation with Inky Dinky Doodle Geometrics. This adult coloring book features 50 designs that range from easy to very detailed, perfect for unwinding and expressing your...

Tommy Kane's artistic journey takes readers on a visual tour of the world. Perched on his trusty camping stool, he draws what he sees, capturing people and places in his unique style. This collection...

The Art of Not Making: The Artist/Artisan Relationship by Michael Petry explores how contemporary artists work with others to create their art. Through examples from over 115 artists, this book...

Discover 18 beautiful paper-pieced blocks featuring a diverse range of bird species.These intricate designs are perfect for crafters and bird lovers alike, offering a unique way to explore the world...

Poly-modeling with 3ds Max: Expert Techniques for Professional Results This comprehensive guide shares industry expert Todd Daniele's expertise in poly-modeling using 3ds Max. With his extensive...

René Magritte: The Fifth Season offers a new understanding of the Belgian Surrealist's special position in 20th-century art. Between 1940 and 1967, Magritte explored various styles, including...

Fiction as Method brings together diverse voices from contemporary art, media theory, philosophy, and speculative fiction to explore how fiction manifests in various mediums. This anthology reveals...

Learn to draw dynamic action scenes in your comics with expert techniques.This instructional guide covers everything from body contact and flying through to fistfights, group rumbles and full-on...

Discover the versatility of watercolour in this comprehensive guide to design and colour. Leading artist Michelle Scragg shares her expertise on how to harness the medium's strengths to create bold,...

Coloring pages featuring 25 naughty animals and their colorful profanity await your artistic touch. Each illustration showcases a unique animal - from birds to cats and an elephant - surrounded by...

Antonin Artaud Drawings and Portraits presents a unique collection of color reproductions from the late visual work of the French artist and writer. Antonin Artaud was a man of intense creativity,...

Physical theatre offers a unique escape from everyday life, allowing characters to exist in dreams and other surreal places. This book provides a comprehensive guide for those studying drama or...

A 450-year-old automaton known as "the monk" is one of the earliest extant ancestors of self-propelled robots. This walking, gesticulating figure of a friar is part of the Smithsonian Institution's...

The role of museums in enhancing well-being and improving health through social intervention is an area of growing importance for the sector. As the population ages and policies focus on the social...

Geometry and Art: How Mathematics Transformed Art During the Renaissance Discover how geometry revolutionized art in 16th-century Europe. This book explores the intersection of mathematics, art, and...

The New Art History: A Critical Introduction by Jonathan P. Harris provides a comprehensive overview of the significant changes in art history over the last thirty years. This book explores the new...

Chinese Symbolism and Art Motifs is a comprehensive handbook that explores the essential symbols and motifs in Chinese art and culture. Written for accessibility, this reference book provides concise...

Mina Loy: A Life of Genius and Artistic Abundance This biography explores the extraordinary life of Mina Loy, a multihyphenate artist who defied conventions in her pursuit of creativity. Born in...

Relax and express your creativity with this beautiful grayscale coloring book. Featuring 48 realistic floral illustrations, it's perfect for both beginners and experienced colorists alike. The...

Arthur Wesley Dow's Composition: Understanding Line, Notan and Color is a seminal reference for serious artists, designers, and craftspeople. First published in 1899, this book encourages students to...

Skinner Releasing Technique: A Movement and Dance Practice By Manny A. Emslie and Manny Emslie This book explores the Skinner Releasing Technique (SRT), a somatic movement, dance, and creative...

A Theory of /Cloud/ Toward a History of Painting by Hubert Damisch explores the relationship between linear perspective and visual experience. The author proposes that the cloud, as a semiotic...

Think of Me When It Thunders is a comprehensive tribute to Larry Stanton's art and life. This publication brings together 139 artworks, including portraits of friends, family, and self-portraits,...

The Value Industry: Reflections on Art, Money and Celebrity by Daniel Barnes The relationship between art and money is complex and multifaceted. In this thought-provoking exploration, philosopher...

Esperando el relámpago los pies en el agua y la mirada en las estrellas ... by Michel Blancsubé. This book is a collection of fragments and conversations that explore the concept of time. It brings...

Gutai Decentering Modernism by Ming Tiampo offers a fresh perspective on Japan's influential modern art movement. This groundbreaking study explores the avant-garde paintings, performances, and...

Love You Mum Colouring Books For Adults: Beautiful, Calm and Relaxing Artwork for Ladies This colouring book is a thoughtful gift for anyone who loves to create. Its 52 pages feature beautiful...

Discover the magic of color with Sachiko Umoto's expert guidance in this 4th installment of the Illustration School series.This engaging book focuses on the art of selecting and using magical colors,...

The Loop: A Secret Story of 20th Century Art and Music Tilman Baumgartel explores the often-overlooked role of loops in post-war art and music, revealing how this fundamental function of modern media...

This book offers an original and visually stimulating examination of the Brexit referendum through the lens of art and photography. Featuring works by artists such as Cornelia Parker, Wolfgang...

This study explores the profound influence of Ancient Greek culture on German writers from the 18th century onwards. Beginning with Johann Joachim Winckelmann, it charts the development of...

Artists' Moving Image in Britain Since 1989 explores the significant growth of the moving image as a vital area of British artistic practice over the past three decades. This anthology considers...

The art of alchemy has long been associated with the quest for gold, but its true purpose was far more ambitious. Alchemists sought to transform and bend nature to the will of human imagination.For...

The Arts in Schools: A Case for Integration The arts have an essential place in education, regardless of social and economic circumstances. As we navigate new attitudes towards work, employment, and...

Artivism: A Creative Response to Social Injustice The term "artivism" has become synonymous with a new wave of artists who use their work as a powerful tool for social commentary and change. By...

Wendy Red Star Delegation by Wendy Red Star and Jordan Amirkhani is a comprehensive monograph that presents the photography of Apsáalooke/Crow artist Wendy Red Star. Through imaginative...

Sol LeWitt's Not to Be Sold for More Than $100 presents a comprehensive overview of his numbered R Series drawings, created from approximately 1971 to 1979. This body of work consists of over 800...

Discover the art of creating dynamic mobiles that capture and convey movement. This unique craft combines visual storytelling with interactive elements to engage the viewer.The author's enthusiasm...

Sylvia Pankhurst was raised in a household that valued socialism and creativity. This upbringing influenced her decision to pursue an artistic career, which she used to further the cause of universal...

The Art of an African Tribe by Margaret Courtney-Clarke is a unique and captivating exploration of the traditional art of the Ndebele people. Their intricate beadwork and vibrant murals, which adorn...

Andy Warhol's influence on art and fashion is still felt today. This book explores how commerce and style have become increasingly intertwined, with artists and designers playing key roles in this...

Discover Manet & Eva Gonzalès This book tells the story behind Edouard Manet's portrait of his pupil Eva Gonzalès, set against the context of women artists in 19th-century Paris. Manet only had one...

Dialogues With Marcel DuchampA collection of conversations between artist Marcel Duchamp and French writer Pierre Cabanne, offering insight into the life and work of one of this century's pioneer...

Art and Experience in Classical Greece explores the development of Greek art during the Classical period (about 480-320 BC), with a focus on sculpture, architecture, and painting. Professor Pollitt...

Aubrey Beardsley's witty and urbane insights on life, art, and culture are presented in this collection of drawings from his Grotesques series. The artist's views on the nature of art and its...

The Arts of Ancient Nubia offers a fascinating glimpse into the sophisticated cultural tradition of ancient Nubia. This volume brings together refined works of art from one of the world's richest...

Curating After the Global Roadmaps for the Present explores what it means to be global-or to be local-in the context of artistic, curatorial, and theoretical knowledge and practice. This volume...

Arne Quinze: A Comprehensive Monograph This extensive publication is the first complete monograph on Belgian sculptor and painter Arne Quinze, featuring over 500 images. It includes a foreword by...

Songs of Innocence & Experience; Plus The Marriage of Heaven & Hell. With 50 Original Colour IllustrationsWilliam Blake's poetic works explore the complexities of human existence, revealing both the...

Sonia Boyce: Speaking in Tongues by Gilane Tawadros is a thought-provoking monograph that explores the artist's trajectory from early graphic work to her recent mixed-media pieces. The book delves...

Heinrich Wolfflin's groundbreaking work on art history, Principles of Art History, has been a cornerstone of formalist art history since its publication in 1915. This influential text offers a...

The Tattoo Inspiration Compendium of Ornamental Designs is a comprehensive guide for tattoo artists and designers. This book features 157 high-resolution downloadable images of intricate designs,...

This charming Kawaii Coloring Book features 58 adorable designs to color, including food, bunnies, hearts, robots, and even cute monsters. With simple yet endearing artwork, this coloring book is...

Richard Shiff: Writing after Art: Essays on Modern and Contemporary Artists by Richard Shiff. This comprehensive anthology brings together the most influential writings of art historian and critic...

A beautifully illustrated ABC book offering 26 excuses for missing school, each accompanied by a unique and intriguing acrylic painting. Faded book covers serve as an atmospheric backdrop to Rebecca...

The Power of Images by David Freedberg (9780226445335) A comprehensive study of iconoclasm and its impact on society, exploring the dynamics and history of image destruction from the Reformation to...

Blue Seabird Clay Designs: A Comprehensive Guide to Polymer Clay Art This book offers 13 projects for clayers of all experience levels, from beginners to professionals. With step-by-step instructions...

Sculpting in Wood by Peter Clothier provides a comprehensive guide for beginners to sculpt in wood. This book is part of our Basics of Sculpture series, offering a broad basic knowledge of how to...

Relax with this calming giraffe adult coloring book. Printed on its own 8.5 x 11 inch page, each design is perfect for unwinding and expressing your creativity. With 52 pages of easy-to-follow...

An Analysis of Griselda Pollock's Vision and Difference Feminism, Femininity and the Histories of Art by Karina Jakubowicz explores the significance of feminist art history as a political and...

The Miserable Lives of Fabulous Artists by Chris Orr is a humorous take on some of history's most famous artists. Over 30 new works accompany Orr's captions, placing these artistic giants in...

The Vocation of the Artist by Deborah J. Haynes explores the role of the artist in history and their contemporary function as a prophetic critic and visionary. Drawing from a range of historical and...

The NFT Book: Everything You Need to Know about the Art and Collecting of Non-Fungible Tokens In 2020, non-fungible tokens (NFTs) became an international sensation, with some selling for millions...

Frida is a sumptuous feast for the eyes and imagination. This beautifully crafted book invites you to enter the world of one of the most iconic artists of the 20th century, Frida Kahlo. Through a...

Andy Warhol's art presents itself as a reflection of his personality - a seemingly empty surface that reveals nothing. Yet, beneath this façade lies a complex and fascinating world. This book delves...

Robert Kaupelis offers expert advice on methods and techniques for artists at all levels in this comprehensive guide to drawing. By focusing on solving common problems faced by illustrators, such as...

William Orpen: An Onlooker in France by Robert Upstone and Angela Weight The Official War Artist sent to France, William Orpen, was a talented writer who documented his experiences with vivid, lucid,...

Discover the art of rock painting and stone art with Lori Rea's expert guidance. This comprehensive guide takes you through easy-to-follow tutorials and techniques to create stunning, one-of-a-kind...

Dazzling works by 100 UK graffiti artists are showcased in this comprehensive collection. From its arrival in the UK from New York in the 1980s, graffiti rapidly spread across the island, giving rise...

Rubens: A Life and Work in Full Colour. This accessible biography explores every aspect of Peter Paul Rubens's life and art, from his commissioned portraits to his representations of ancient myths...

Thomas Bewick Graphic Worlds by Nigel Tattersfield presents sixty engravings, some never published before, and offers a historical perspective on the artist's skill. This book celebrates Bewick's...

Landscape into Eco Art explores the connections between contemporary eco art and the historical genre of landscape painting. Mark Cheetham examines how eco art addresses public concerns about climate...

Edward Dmytryk's On Film Editing is a comprehensive guide to the art of film construction. With over four decades of experience in the film industry, the author shares his expertise in clear and...