Klaus
A stunning book exploring the art of Sergio Pablos' animated Christmas original, Klaus. When Jesper (Jason Schwartzman) distinguishes himself as the postal academy's worst student, he is stationed on a frozen island above the Arctic Circle, where the feuding locals hardly exchange words let alone letters. Jesper is about to give up when he finds an ally in local teacher Alva (Rashida Jones), and discovers Klaus (Oscar(R) winner J.K. Simmons), a mysterious carpenter who lives alone in a cabin full of handmade toys. These unlikely friendships return laughter to Smeerensburg, forging a new legacy of generous neighbors, magical lore and stockings hung by the chimney with care. An animated holiday comedy directed by Despicable Me co-creator Sergio Pablos, KLAUS co-stars Joan Cusack, Will Sasso and Norm Macdonald. Klaus: The Art of the Movie is a stunning coffee table hardback exploring the art of Sergio Pablos' hand-drawn animated original Christmas film. Showcasing the full animation process, including an innovative new lighting and shadowing technique, this book features concept art, pitch documents, character turnarounds, key art, final artwork, exclusive sketches, and interviews with the team behind this heartwarming film.
Character Design Essentials
Character Design Essentials brings together the best tutorials from the first thirty issues of Character Design Quarterly, a lively, creative magazine filled with inspiration, expert insights, and leading techniques from professional illustrators, artists, and character-art enthusiasts worldwide. Each issue provides detailed tutorials on creating diverse characters, and readers can discover from the artists what it is like to work for prolific animation studios such as Disney, DreamWorks, and Warner Brothers. Perfect for beginners to character illustration, and for experienced artists seeking to learn new tips and techniques from fellow industry professionals, Character Design Essentials is loaded with everything needed to support your character-design journey.
Character Design Quarterly 36
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 creating diverse characters, enabling you to explore the processes and decision making that go into creating amazing characters. Learn new ways to develop your own ideas, and discover from the artists what it is like to work for prolific animation studios such as Disney, Warner Bros., and DreamWorks. The cover for issue 36 has been created by Nada aka Nadaskii, a Middle Eastern artist who takes inspiration from music, film, and the sea. Her surreal, peaceful art style has gained her a loyal following online and she has 132K followers on Instagram.
Greek in the Wind
Richard Gessner is a writer and artist with a unique and recognisable style that confronts the subterranean surrealism of the everyday and is predicated upon his skewed yet convincing vision of evolution and the interconnectedness of everything animate and inanimate. At once both drily droll and psychologically mind-blowing, his work comes highly recommended.
U Have Been T-Bagged
A Triple-Shot of High-Octane Artistic RebellionWelcome to the IMFAMOUS universe, where the tea is always boiling and the attitude is even hotter. This coloring book trilogy follows the defiant, shape-shifting adventures of the ultimate underdog-a tea bag with a bone to pick and a world to conquer. Featuring 33 "Bad Ass" pages per volume, this series is designed for those who color outside the lines and live for the edge.Book 1: The Art of HumblingThe madness begins in a world where street culture meets the supernatural.The Vibe: A gritty, urban cemetery setting featuring gothic castles and skate-culture icons.Key Imagery: Meet the skeletal tea bag protagonist as he navigates a landscape filled with winged grim reapers, skateboarding skeletons, and ancient, moon-faced monoliths.Challenge: Intricate line work that blends classic gothic architecture with modern streetwear aesthetics.Book 2: Intergalactic InsanityTake the "T-Bagging" to the stars in this cosmic, middle-finger-to-the-universe sequel.The Vibe: High-concept sci-fi meets "Bad Ass" urban rebellion.Key Imagery: Our hero takes a DOOBIE break in front of a massive galactic vortex, flanked by flying luxury cars, interstellar cities, and celestial skeletal guardians.Challenge: Expansive cosmic backgrounds and detailed mechanical spacecraft that demand bold, vibrant colors.Book 3: Steampunk PsychedelicsThe trilogy concludes in a world of gears, grease, and raw power, skulls, skulls and more skullsThe Vibe: A heavy-metal industrial masterpiece focused on bionics and clockwork machinery.Key Imagery: The tea bag evolves again-sporting wings and flight goggles-alongside a massive, bionic-enhanced grizzly bear protector.Challenge: Master the textures of fur, metal, and steam as you color your way through a landscape of pipes, blimps, and intricate cogs.
Mimosa Ultra Lined Softcover Journal, 176pg, 100gsm by Paperblanks (Poetry in Bloom)
A Symphony of Art and Nature
Discover the beauty of our world in A Symphony of Art and Nature as nature and wildlife artist Claudia Punter shares her paintings of nature, animals and beyond. Along with her beautiful collection of paintings, she also offers a peek behind the paintbrush as she explores the inspiration and journey behind each painting. At the turn of every page, Claudia also shares her artistic insights and observations, as well as enlightening descriptions of the animals and nature spotlighted in her work. Dedicated to art lovers, animal lovers and all who love our planet, this is an art book to both learn and delight in. God's love for His creation shines through Claudia's paintings, so she invites readers to join in this symphony of life.
A Symphony of Art and Nature
Discover the beauty of our world in A Symphony of Art and Nature as nature and wildlife artist Claudia Punter shares her paintings of nature, animals and beyond. Along with her beautiful collection of paintings, she also offers a peek behind the paintbrush as she explores the inspiration and journey behind each painting. At the turn of every page, Claudia also shares her artistic insights and observations, as well as enlightening descriptions of the animals and nature spotlighted in her work. Dedicated to art lovers, animal lovers and all who love our planet, this is an art book to both learn and delight in. God's love for His creation shines through Claudia's paintings, so she invites readers to join in this symphony of life.
Many Ways of Seeing
The first publication on the art collection of renowned photographer Alfred Stieglitz--including works by Picasso and C矇zanne, African masks, and his circle of modern American artists--which helped introduce and define modern art in America, entwined with issues of race and education. Gifted in 1949 by Georgia O'Keeffe to Fisk University, a historically Black university in Nashville, the Alfred Stieglitz Collection includes 101 works from the estate of Alfred Stieglitz, O'Keeffe's late husband. Part of his collection arriving at Fisk has long been a source of fascination in the field of American art, but this is the first publication to recount and analyze this complex and extraordinary history. The reverberations of the gift go far beyond O'Keeffe and Stieglitz, involving decades of students and faculty at Fisk, such as preeminent artists Aaron Douglas and David C. Driskell. This publication was collaboratively developed by Fisk University and Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, co-owners of the collection since 2012. Highlights of the collection include nineteenth-century African masks and iconic paintings by Georgia O'Keeffe, Marsden Hartley, and Florine Stettheimer. The book is an essential source for the next generation of students, scholars, and museum professionals, providing fresh perspectives on the most important figures in American modern art.
Impressionism
The enduring popularity of Impressionism belies what the group of eponymous painters stood for. In the 1870s and 1880s, French artists dubbed the Impressionists, including Pissarro, Monet, Degas, Morisot, and Renoir, adopted a revolutionary style of technique and subject matter that defied the traditions of the French Academy and the salons. Rooted in anarchism, political radicalism, and a belief in science and individualism, their paintings captured modern life in ways never seen before.Acclaimed art historian Belinda Thomson's insightful study sheds light on the personal lives and creative thinking behind the great Impressionists, exploring the varied factors that shaped their masterpieces. From family backgrounds to the importance of the art market and the critical reception that challenged, yet ultimately defined their work, this introduction offers a nuanced exploration of one of the most transformative movements in art history.
The Joy of Clay
Discover the Transformative Power of PotteryImagine immersing yourself in the tactile joy of clay, shaping it with your own hands, and transforming it into art. The Joy of Clay: A Beginner's Guide to Pottery and Ceramics opens up a world where creativity meets tradition, offering a comprehensive path for beginners to embark on a pottery journey that could change the way they view the world around them.Begin your odyssey by diving into the rich history and significance of pottery, understanding the various types of clay, and their unique properties to find your perfect match. Our guide then smoothly transitions you into setting up your very own pottery studio, detailing the essential tools, equipment, and methodologies to create a safe and efficient workspace.Master the Ceramic Process from the ground up, exploring the crucial stages of clay and delving into the heart of pottery with hand-building techniques and the basics of the potter's wheel. Step-by-step, you will be guided through the creation of your first pot, embracing the mistakes and victories alike, as you journey towards becoming adept at wheel throwing, from crafting the simplest of cylinders to the most elaborate lidded vessels.But the journey doesn't end there. Learn how to breathe life into your creations with surface decoration techniques, glazes, and color explorations. Each chapter builds upon the last, ensuring a learning curve that is as rewarding as the stunning projects you will complete.Finally, discover the joy of sharing your creations, from the practicalities of selling your work to the emotional fulfillment of joining a pottery community. Alongside developing a fascinating hobby, experience the therapeutic benefits of pottery, from mindfulness to creativity and beyond.The Joy of Clay is not just a book; it's an invitation to embark on a journey of self-discovery, creativity, and eternal learning. Whether you're looking to decorate your home, gift something unique to your loved ones, or simply find a peaceful retreat in the rhythm of the wheel, this guide is your gateway to the mesmerizing world of ceramics.Are you ready to shape clay, creativity, and maybe even your future? Dive into The Joy of Clay and begin a journey where every page turned shapes the path to becoming the potter you've always dreamed of being.
AIDS, Art & the Origins of the Culture War
AIDS, Art & the Origins of the Culture War: Selected Writings of Robert Atkins presents three-and-a-half decades of articles and essays about contentious assaults on the rights of individuals, institutions and, by extension, all Americans. A staff columnist for the Village Voice during the 1980s and 90s, Atkins produced both eye-witness reporting and thoughtful analysis from 1987 and the debut of the AIDS Memorial Quilt in Washington DC to the most recent piece in the book, his 2019 review of Benjamin Moser's biography of Susan Sontag. The book is organized thematically and divided into three, sometimes overlapping sections: "AIDS: The Body Politic Under Pressure," "Making Sense of Censorship," and "Queer Expressions & Icons." A new and comprehensive essay, "When the Culture War Became the Culture," is a stunning survey of post-World War II, US society. With dozens of images of both controversial artworks and newsmakers, the book weaves a complex tapestry of social change. En masse, Atkins' acute readings of politics, media, technology and political struggle help account for the combative character of US society today and imply what we might learn from the past to help modify our fractious present.
Rebels with La Causa
The first comprehensive examination of work by the Sacramento-based collective known as the Royal Chicano Air Force. Featuring vibrantly colored, politically charged imagery, this stunning volume will be the first comprehensive examination of work by the Sacramento-based collective known as the Royal Chicano Air Force. The group produced lively posters and murals for educational, cultural, and political activities at the height of the Chicano Movement. Its art and activism influenced many artists and historians with images reflecting Latin American and Chicanx history, symbols of protest and union support, and celebrations of cultural touchstones such as lowriders, Cinco de Mayo, Day of the Dead, and other community events. With vivid illustrations and accessible text by scholars in the field contextualizing the Royal Chicano Air Force's legacy within Chicanx history, political activism, and American art, this striking book will help bring this heavily influential group and movement to life. It also accompanies an upcoming exhibition of the same name at the Crocker Art Museum in Sacramento, California.
Notebook Floral Ski boot-Roses
A Notebook for Ski lovers! Also for flower enthousiast. Use for Journaling, junk journal or writing down your ski adventures.We all love snapping pics, using apps and all the other amazing things we can do with our phones, but nothing will ever replace that satisfying feeling of writing something down! Our beautiful notebooks are the perfect place for all your thoughts and plans.Perfect size to write down all your lists and bring with you where ever you go!.
Le cin矇ma amazigh/berb癡re
Pour comprendre le langage cin矇matographique des films amazighs contemporains et savoir s'il est possible de parler de cin矇ma amazigh, il est essentiel d'矇tudier leur mise en sc癡ne. Ce volume pr矇sente ainsi des analyses portant sur les images et les couleurs, le cadrage et le son des films berb癡res, tout en explorant leur interaction avec la narration cin矇matographique. En outre, les articles 矇largissent le champ d'investigation des productions artistiques en amazigh ? celles dans d'autres langues du Maghreb et de sa diaspora. Ces travaux sont pour la plupart issus d'une recherche participante, leurs auteurs 矇tant souvent membres de jury des festivals de cin矇ma amazigh, ce qui enrichit leurs analyses et leurs interpr矇tations gr璽ce ? leur exp矇rience et leur contact avec le monde du cin矇ma amazigh et ses publics. Ce volume montre 矇galement que les films amazighs tendent ? se lib矇rer des repr矇sentations et des discours de la p矇riode coloniale.
Rockstar Revenue
Rockstar Revenue is a short, action-packed, and practical guide to transforming your creative skills into online income that actually pays the bills, without selling your soul, chasing exposure, or turning into a spammy marketer.Inside, you'll learn how to: Escape the time-for-money trap and build income streams that don't depend on constant client workTurn your creative expertise or teaching skills into digital products that sellOvercome imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and the myth that "real artists shouldn't care about money"Build a personal brand that stays true to you while building online authority and influenceCreate simple systems that generate revenue without working 80-hour weeksWritten by Bj繹rgvin Benediktsson-an Icelandic-American audio engineer who went from broke freelancer to six-figure online entrepreneur-this book blends real-world experience with practical business strategy. With two decades of experience, from backstage studios at Bonnaroo to blog posts that built a global brand, he shows you how to turn your passion into products that pay while you sleep.Whether you're a musician with a home studio, a burnt-out freelancer, or a multi-talented creative trying to make this work, Rockstar Revenue gives you a practical framework for building sustainable income on your own terms.Rockstar Revenue is a book for creators who are tired of being broke, stuck, and told they have to choose between making art and making money. If you're tired of inconsistent income and ready to build something sustainable, this book will show you how.
Visions et apparitions au cin矇ma
Les visions et les apparitions au cin矇ma et dans les s矇ries sont nombreuses. Mais que d矇crivent-elles ? De quel bien ou mal sont-elles le signe ? Que signifient ces instants de r矇v矇lation ? ? quel r矇el invisible renvoient-elles ? Les diff矇rents contributeurs et contributrices de ce volume apportent, selon leur expertise, un 矇clairage sur un sujet complexe et ? beaucoup d'矇gards 矇nigmatique. Le livre permet ainsi de croiser autant les aspects esth矇tiques et narratifs qu'anthropologiques et th矇ologiques.
Project Africa 2050
Africa stands at a historic crossroads. By 2050, it will be home to the largest workforce on Earth, the fastest-growing cities, and one of the most decisive populations shaping the global economy. The question is no longer whether Africa will rise - but whether that rise will be guided by vision or left to chance. Project Africa 2050 is a bold continental strategy designed to answer that question. Part manifesto, part policy framework, and part development roadmap, this groundbreaking book lays out a comprehensive plan to reposition Africa as a unified force in global economics, technology, infrastructure, and cultural influence. Moving beyond aid-dependency models and fragmented national agendas, it proposes coordinated continental action - from industrial corridors and energy independence to education reform, diaspora capital mobilization, and sovereign innovation ecosystems. At the heart of the work is African Exceptionalism: the idea that Africa's demographic power, civilizational heritage, and untapped resources uniquely equip it to define the next era of global progress. Written for leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and a rising generation determined to reshape the narrative, Project Africa 2050 is not a prediction of the future - it is a call to design it. This is more than a book. It is a strategic vision for building the African Century.
Brickell Brac
Brickell Brac is as instructive as it is liberating, irrepressibly funny and filled to the brim with surprise and possibility.Inspired in essence by groundbreaking New Zealand potter Barry Brickell, Brickell Brac is itself an experiment in breaking ground - carried forward with an ever-flexing band of artists and makers across Aotearoa.Observed, experienced, and recorded from the inside, the book traces the wild adventures of the Brickell Brac crew alongside the author's own wrestlings with writing, making, and letting go. Featuring disparate stylistic contributions from the participants of this silly art movement, Brickell Brac becomes a celebration of collaboration in all its abundance.Created with extremely serious silliness, Brickell Brac happens when expectations, boundaries, and preconceived ideas about what art can and should be are stripped away.It's brickells in your undies, in a cyclone, on Pot Rock at high tide.It's not the thing but how.
Selling Art Online
Selling Art Online is a practical guide that examines how artists and creative professionals can present, distribute, and monetize their work through digital platforms. The book explores the evolution of online art sales, outlining the main channels available today, including personal storefronts, online marketplaces, print-on-demand services, curated platforms, creative communities, and stock imagery sites. It explains how these ecosystems function, what they require from creators, and how they differ in terms of control, visibility, and effort. The content is written in a clear, explanatory tone that focuses on understanding the online art economy rather than promoting specific outcomes.The book is intended for visual artists, designers, illustrators, photographers, and other creatives who want to understand how online environments can support the distribution and sale of their work. It is suitable for beginners who are new to online selling as well as for experienced creators seeking a structured overview of available options. The approach is informational and practical, combining contextual background with concrete explanations of platforms, workflows, and decision-making considerations, while emphasizing adaptability and long-term thinking in a constantly changing digital landscape.
The Creative Mythologist
Most creative blocks aren't about skillThey're about visionThis book is not about cameras, software, or technique.It's about capturing imagination.Rather than offering formulas or answers, we will focus on attention, intention, and asking better questions.This isn't a manual.It's a conversation about becoming an artist and learning how to stay one.
Lotus River Mini Unlined Softcover Journal, 208pg, 80gsm by Paperblanks (Living with Yuko)
Featuring a lively contemporary work by Japanese American artist Yuko Shimizu, this Lotus River design brings a touch of whimsy to the Paperblanks collection. The illustration was originally created in 2015 to lend colour and life to the pages of a magazine article. Format: MiniSize: Width: 90mm (31/2") x Height: 140mm (51/2") x Depth: 12mm (1/2")Interior: UnlinedPage Count: 208PagesClosure: Elastic BandColour: BlueGSM (paper weight): 80Binding Type: Smyth SewnCover: SoftcoverEdge Printing: YesPouch Type: Back Cover PouchInterior Paper: SmoothRibbon Markers: 1Decorative printed cover paperFSC-certified text paperThreaded stitching and glue, as neededCloth headbandsAcid-free sustainable forest paperFlexible cover and spine
Mimosa Mini Lined Softcover Journal, 208pg, 80gsm by Paperblanks (Poetry in Bloom)
The design reproduced on this cover centres around a sensitive plant surrounded by other richly hued flowers, foliage, and butterflies. The binding was used for The Sensitive Plant and Early Poems by Percy Bysshe Shelley and is a celebration of the creative spirit.Format: MiniSize: Width: 90mm (31/2") x Height: 140mm (51/2") x Depth: 12mm (1/2")Interior: LinedSpace between lines: 6.60mmLines Per Page: 19Page Count: 208PagesClosure: Elastic BandColour: PinkGSM (paper weight): 80Binding Type: Smyth SewnCover: SoftcoverEdge Printing: YesPouch Type: Back Cover PouchInterior Paper: SmoothRibbon Markers: 1Decorative printed cover paperFSC-certified text paperThreaded stitching and glue, as neededCloth headbandsAcid-free sustainable forest paperFlexible cover and spine
