The Arts: Treatments & subjects Books

The idea of the book was central throughout the western European and the eastern Mediterranean world in the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. From the beginning, the word for 'book'-sefer in Hebrew, biblia in Greek, and liber in Latin-was identified with...

Dragons, Heroes, Myths & Magic presents fifty of the very first adventure stories, set out across seven sections, featuring Heroes and Heroines; Epic Battles; Magical Events and Miracles; Villains, Crime and Murder; Quests or Journeys; Animals; and...

This stunningly illustrated new book focuses on 77 intricate, expressive and individual examples of calligraphy from the unparalleled collection of the British Library. The author, a renowned expert on the history of the form as well as a fine...

The art of predicting earthly events from the movements of stars and planets has always been a source of fascination. Medieval astrologers, though sometimes feared to be magicians in league with demons, were usually revered scholars whose ideas and...

Learn and perfect the classic, yet once again popular, script with this easy-to-use, full-colour, and very modern guide.Pointed pen calligraphy doesn't have to be intimidating! This photo-packed guide breaks down every skill, step and stroke into...

THE FIRST BOOK DEDICATED ENTIRELY TO THE USE AND MASTERY OF MODERN BRUSH PENSDrawing gorgeous letters, words and phrases with a brush pen doesn't have to be difficult! Brush Pen Lettering will show you how to create your own unique style. To help you on...

THE FIRST ALL-IN-ONE EDITION OF P.R. SPENCER'S CLASSIC PENMANSHIP PRIMER INCLUDING STEP-BY-STEP LESSONS AND PAGES FOR PRACTICINGEasy to understand yet challenging to perfect, the Spencerian system was the standard for all personal and business...

Published to accompany the exhibition Cressida Campbell at the National Gallery of Australia this beautiful colouring book, featuring Campbell's extraordinary work The Kitchen Shelf, is suited to aspiring colourists young and old. Packaged between...

Carol Jerrems: Portraits is the first monograph on this highly influential photographer, whose body of work is a defining artistic achievement of the late 20th century. During her condensed career, from 1968 until her premature death in 1980, Jerrems...

Indigenous artists from across the planet provide truth-telling about the past and inspiration to imagine better futures.marramarra (a Wiradjuri word meaning to create, make or do) explores how contemporary Indigenous artists and their communities are...

Divine women in many guises have featured in every world faith from deep history until the present day, inspiring people and cultures across the world. In a cross-cultural and global approach, this book discusses Eve alongside Inanna, Radha and Aphrodite...

The name Johann Joachim Kaendler (1706-1775) is closely entwined in the 18th century with the golden age of the Meissen Porcelain Manufactory. His exceptional artistic talent, coupled with craftsmanship, enabled him to capture the daily life of the...

With many of her subjects rendered in hyper realistic style, wearing a second skin of black paint or dark-florals, Laura Rubin's art is unmistakeable.To tell the story behind her art, Laura begins the book by sharing her journey from art student to...

A beautifully illustrated book on the Kennicott Bible, a remarkable example of Medieval Jewish book art.The Kennicott Bible is among the most celebrated Hebrew Bibles that survive from the Middle Ages. Originating from La Corua in northern Spain, it...

50 Contemporary Artists is my response to publishers, critics and curators who systematically regurgitate the same list of contemporary artists every season. Being an Artist, Editor-In-Chief of Artvoices Magazine and the Curator of Artvoices Art Books, I...

Antoine Leperlier developed his own glass technique and creates translucent and painterly blocks. His endeavour to capture dynamic images in material form is an approach unique in contemporary glass art.Antoine Leperlier (b. 1953) is a trained visual...

Japanese-style gardens have been a part of North American culture for over 150 years, delighting visitors with serene landscapes that instill tranquility. Quiet Beauty: The Japanese Gardens of North America provides an intimate look at the 25 most...

Discover a whole world of Kawaii cuteness to colour and make your own!Get out your pencils, markers and crayons and get ready to immerse yourself in the world of Japanese Kawaii cuteness and cool! The 124 whimsical and wonderful scenes, characters and...

How colour is used in the most famous works of Japanese art from the 16th century to the present.From the vibrant reds of traditional kimonos to the serene blues of tarashikomi riverscapes and woodblock prints, this book shows that colour itself is a...

Learn how to develop unique manga characters in just a few easy lessons!This all-in-one guide by master manga illustrator Shun Akagi teaches you the basics of figure drawing and character creation - from hairstyles and clothing to facial expressions and...

Enter a world of endless creativity and whimsy with this must-have guide to creating charming and decorative drawings!Transform your journals, cards, gifts and place settings into a 'canvas of cuteness' with adorable coloured pencil...

This complete guide provides lessons and insights from 100 professional artists!Imagine an art class taught by 100 professional Japanese manga and anime illustrators. In much the same way, this essential guide gathers the collective knowledge, tips and...

New Investigations in Collective Form presents a group of design experiments by the design-research office THE OPEN WORKSHOP, that test how architecture can empower the diverse voices that make up the public realm and the environments in which they exist...

Forged in the crucible of family tragedy, Edgar Jerins' monumental charcoal drawings are a towering achievement of contemporary American art.Arthur Miller commanded 'Attention must be paid' and in these meticulously observed images, the...

Voyage into a future where droids, hovering buildings, and space vehicles exist with Beginner's Guide to Drawing the Future - an accessible, entertaining introduction to creating science-fiction concepts with traditional tools.Packed with insightful...

Character Design Quarterly (CDQ) is a lively, creative magazine bringing inspiration, expert insights, and leading techniques from professional illustrators, artists, and character art enthusiasts worldwide. Each issue provides detailed tutorials on...

At Mayo Clinic, art and medicine go hand-in-hand. In this thoughtfully curated art book, more than one hundred striking photographs take you inside the Mayo Clinic to present how the world's leading hospital employs art as a form of holistic healing and...

Making the Renaissance Man explores the images, objects and experiences that fashioned men and masculinity in the courts of fifteenth-century Italy. Across the peninsula, Italian princes fought each other in fierce battles and spectacular jousts; they...

The Italian Renaissance is conventionally thought of as the historical period that bore witness to the rise of the individual. Yet no other artist of the time begins to compare with Albrecht Durer in terms of the almost obsessive interest he displayed in...

This notebook features a beautiful cover illustration by acclaimed nature artist Jane Smith. It contains 176 pages of lightly lined paper, head-and-tail bans, a ribbon marker and band to keep it securely fastened.

This notebook features a beautiful cover illustration by acclaimed nature artist Jane Smith. It contains 176 pages of lightly lined paper, head-and-tail bans, a ribbon marker and band to keep it securely fastened.

This notebook features a beautiful cover illustration by acclaimed nature artist Jane Smith. It contains 176 pages of lightly lined paper, head-and-tail bans, a ribbon marker and band to keep it securely fastened.

This notebook features a beautiful cover illustration by acclaimed nature artist Jane Smith. It contains 176 pages of lightly lined paper, head-and-tail bans, a ribbon marker and band to keep it securely fastened. Four different cover designs feature...

Go beyond lettering and learn to use your brush pen markers to create vibrant, colorful watercolor paintings! In this easy-to-follow guide, noted artist Jessica Mack teaches all the techniques you need to get started and practice through a series of fun...

Learn to edit, organise, and present your best work - and become a better photographer in the process!Once a photographer has learned the fundamental techniques of photography - the basics of exposure, composition, and focus - their work often improves...

In the digital world, books may seem like an endangered species, but bookmaking is more popular than ever. Thanks to the 100 ideas in this volume, the craft is now available to everyone. In as little as an afternoon, beginners will be on their way to...

A San Francisco Chronicle bestseller!An epic, gloriously illustrated journey up and down California's shoreline.California's coastline is world famous, an endless source of fascination and fantasy, but there is no book about it like this one. Obi...

An elegantly designed box of 50 postcards featuring stunning paintings by Gustav Klimt, one of the world's most popular artists.Gustav Klimt was an Austrian symbolist painter, and one of the most prominent members of the Vienna Secession movement. He is...

This beautiful stationery set features 6 Japanese flower illustrations. Blank inside for your own message, these cards are perfect to convey a heartfelt message for any occasion.This note card set includes:12 folded blank note cards-4 x 6 inches (10.1 x...

This beautiful stationery set features 6 chrysanthemum illustrations. Blank inside for your own message, these cards are perfect to convey a heartfelt message for any occasion.This note card set includes:12 folded blank note cards - 4 x 6 inches (10.1 x...

Create beautiful paper flowers, vegetables and decorative items with this comprehensive quilling guide for beginners!Under the expert guidance of Japanese quilling artist Motoko Maggie Nakatani, one of the world's top paper quilling experts, you...

The world-famous Hokusai print, The Great Wave, 1,000 piece puzzle - perfect for any art lover!1000 pieces Finished puzzle is 29 x 20 inches (74 x 51 cm) Quality design & easy to handle pieces The famous Japanese artist, painter, and printmaker,...

These premium wrapping sheets feature 6 prints inspired by traditional Japanese Origami paper designs.These papers are suitable for craft projects as well as for gift wrapping. The variety of designs means they are useful for any occasion whether a...

These premium wrapping sheets feature 6 prints inspired by 3D Matrix patterns.These papers are suitable for craft projects as well as for gift wrapping. The variety of designs means they are useful for any occasion whether a holiday, birthday,...

These beautiful note cards feature 16 traditional Japanese woodblock prints.Blank inside, these cards will convey a heartfelt message for any occasion.This note card set includes:16 folded blank note cards-3.75 x 4.5 inches (9.5 x 11.5 cm) 17 sealable...

A stunning visual journey through Cambodian culture, history, art, struggle, and modernization.Cambodia has two parallel histories. One is the constant stream of adventurers and diplomats, kings and rebels, archaeologists and artists drawn to the...

The hidden life of the greatest surviving work of Inca artThe most celebrated Andean artwork in the world is a five-hundred-year-old Inca tunic made famous through theories about the meanings of its intricate designs, including attempts to read them as a...

Throughout Chinese history, dynastic time-the organization of history through the lens of successive dynasties-has been the dominant mode of narrating the story of Chinese art, even though there has been little examination of this concept in discourse...