Water's Edge
Celebrate Native American artist Truman Lowe in this career retrospective featuring 100+ images and intimate insights on his one-of-a-kind sculptures. Published in conjunction with a Smithsonian exhibition--a must-see for fans of contemporary art and Indigenous art Nationally acclaimed artist Truman Lowe (Hoocąk [Ho-Chunk], 1944-2019) was best known for his sculptures that transform wood into water. Working with organic materials such as willow branches and feathers, his artworks evoke the rivers, streams, and waterfalls in Black River Falls, Wisconsin, where he was raised, as well as the history and lived experiences of his family and Hoocąk community. Water's Edge is a stunning retrospective, featuring nearly five decades of Lowe's sculptures, drawings, and paintings. The introduction explores the overlapping themes of moving water, woodland structures, memory and knowledge, and landscape and place that permeate Lowe's work. Essays from scholars contextualize the art within his life, career, and heritage, including the repeated expulsion of the Hoocąk people from their ancestral homeland and their resolve to return. In deeply moving reflections, fellow artists share their connections to Lowe, his influence on their lives and work, and his impact on American art. In addition to featuring his breathtaking work, the book includes lesser known drawings and personal photos of his family and studio to offer an intimate look at his influences and process. Highlighting work that is both innovative and rooted in tradition, Water's Edge is a gorgeous tribute to the evolution of one of the sculpting world's greatest practitioners.
Roaming Mexico
A captivating book of photographs by Laura Wilson, exploring the people of Mexico's border regions, published to accompany a major exhibition at the Meadows Museum. Capturing the unique culture, grit, joy, and humanity of the towns of Mexico and the Texas border, this stunning book of photographs by Laura Wilson opens our eyes to a rarely seen part of the world. Intimate portrayals of village life, popular festivals, quincea簽eras, cowboys, firebreathers, and captivating portraits illuminate a vibrant yet tenuous existence. An accessible text includes a conversation with the photographer that reveals her personal insights and experiences in the region. Featuring work drawn from thirty years of exploration in the area by the accomplished photographer including new and unpublished images, this fascinating volume is a valuable contribution to our understanding and awareness of an underappreciated way of life. Published to accompany a major exhibition at the Meadows Museum in Dallas, Texas (September 14, 2025-January 11, 2026).
The Photography of Herman Leonard
"The most complete survey of his lifetime of photography." --The Guardian With a camera as his backstage pass, Herman Leonard photographed the giants of jazz in their golden age, movie stars on set and on their travels to exotic places, the fashion world of Paris in the 1960s, and the inner sanctums of his beloved New Orleans. This sumptuous book is the only full treatment of Leonard's extraordinary life and distinctive body of work, published in a new edition with a beautiful updated cover, giving his photographs the artistic recognition that they deserve. The greater part of the book consists of his legendary shots of musicians, but uniquely among volumes on Leonard the text presents the whole range of his work, including travel, war, celebrity, fashion, and nude photography, while there are also chapters on the images of his early and late periods. Also included are rare portraits of the cultural icons of his day, such as Marilyn Monroe and Albert Einstein. Above all, Leonard is best known for his jazz images. In a fascinating essay, David Houston reveals how Leonard's friendships with jazz greats such as Miles Davis, Ella Fitzgerald, Dizzy Gillespie, and Duke Ellington allowed him to capture the magical moments of the Harlem and Paris jazz clubs in the 1940s and '50s, using his unique command of cinematic lighting to capture their essence as performers. Published in cooperation with the Ogden Museum of Southern Art in New Orleans and the Herman Leonard Estate, the book includes a foreword by Quincy Jones.
Slow Looking: The Art of Nature
Slow Looking: The Art of Nature is a unique celebration of the relationship between art and nature across millennia. Eschewing a linear narrative of art, this inspirational collection of artworks allows readers to make connections between the nature that surrounds them and the vision of a dazzling wide range of artists. Art historian Olivia Meehan has mixed paintings, drawings, sculpture, textiles, and decorative arts from across the globe in thought-provoking juxtapositions, inviting us to find something new in a familiar landscape and experiment in observing nature's wonders.Exploring the various intersections between artistic techniques and thematical elements across land, water, and sky, the pages reveal the deep--rooted connections between human beings and our natural world: the form and colors of a Georgia O'Keeffe painting of a shell echo a carved fossil from 500,000-300,000 BCE; Van Gogh's olive trees (1889) are juxtaposed with ancient Egyptian carved limestone dated between 1353-1323 BCE; and while water lilies captivated Claude Monet, their allure also traveled to mid--18th century India in Hunhar II's watercolor work.Following nature's patterns, Slow Looking: The Art of Nature takes readers on a journey from fields, mountains, forests, and glaciers to lakes, ponds, waterfalls, and rivers, and on to sunrises, rainbows, comets, clouds, constellations, and so much more. This guided observation of nature offers a whole new way of contemplating the world.
Artepano
Artepa簽o: Chicano Prisoner Kerchief Art features fifty artworks by Latinx artists working in the context of the American penal system. A pa簽o is a standard fifteen by fifteen-inch cotton handkerchief transformed into a work of art by prisoners that alternatively self-identify as Chicano, Mexican-American, Latino, and/or Hispanic. The artists also self-identify alternately as inmate. The Artepa簽o: Chicano Prisoner Kerchief Art exhibition presents a thorough sampling of the distinctive styles found in pa簽o art. The majority of works come from the private collection of Mr. Leplat-Torti, who has one of the largest collections of pa簽o art in the world. Additionally works of art come from the collection of the National Hispanic Cultural Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico and the Nora Eccles Harrison Museum of Art, Utah State University. The Artepa簽o: Chicano Prisoner Kerchief Art exhibition will be accompanied by a catalog with illustrations of every pa簽o featured in the exhibition with annotations by curator Dr. ?lvaro Ibarra. The publication will also feature an essay by renowned scholar Ben V. Olguin. Dr. Olguin's essay explores the complex social and economic factors surrounding the development of the artepa簽o tradition. Additionally, the catalog will include an interview with Mr. Leplat-Torti concerning his journey as a pa簽o collector and as an advocate for prison rehabilitation programs and prisoner rights.
A Painting for a Family Dinner
For 'A Painting for a Family Dinner' Alina and Jeff Bliumis were invited to dinner by 62 families to date - in return they received a painting. This publications tells a story of hospitality, exchange and artistic interaction, and invites us to take a fresh look at eating as a unifying practice. Text in English and German. We associate food and drink with rituals, rules and traditions - they create community, but they can also be exclusive. How, where and with whom we eat says a lot about social structures. For the ongoing project A Painting for a Family Dinner by Alina and Jeff Bliumis, the artist couple were invited to dinner by 62 families to date - in return they received a painting. A group photograph was taken afterwards. The resulting 'family portraits' tell a story of hospitality, exchange and artistic interaction, and invite us to take a fresh look at eating as a unifying practice. Text in English and German.
Transtraterrestrial
A two part book reimagining dark matter and the darkTranstraterrestrial is an experimental book that documents Sage Ni'Ja Whitson's groundbreaking performance pieces, blending African Diasporic practices with innovative methodologies to explore themes of gender, sexuality, race, and spirit. Divided into two parts--The Unarrival Experiments and Counterproposals--the work delves into the mysteries of dark matter, dark energy, and Blackness through a Black, Queer, and Transembodied lens.In the performances of The Unarrival Experiments, the audience is led on a cosmic journey guided by the space conductor, Trans Trappist the Extraterrestrial. This section of the book traverses the dark as both an ancestor and embodied transgender technology, asking profound questions: How do you perceive what cannot be seen? What if Blackness refuses to arrive, existing in the realm of the unarrival? Counterproposals delves into Yor羅b獺 Cosmology, astrophysics, and the concept of the "blackest black," to explore a Black Futurity where queerness and transness are celebrated and centered. The book includes a fusion of letters, poems, photographs, and speculative writings. Color images throughout the book invite readers into the immersive worlds of performance and installation, offering a rich, layered experience of Whitson's unique artistic vision.
Studio Ghibli Kiki`s Delivery Service: 30 Postcards(Studio Ghibli)
Take flight with Kiki, the resourceful young witch from Kiki's Delivery Service, Studio Ghibli's beloved fantasy film about a girl finding her way in the world. This collectible postcard set includes 30 different full-color images from the film. Featuring 30 final frames from the film--all hand-drawn and beautifully detailed--this postcard collection celebrates the artistry behind legendary director Hayao Miyazaki's delightful coming-of-age story. (c) 1989 Eiko Kadono/Hayao Miyazaki/Studio Ghibli, N LUXE POSTCARD SET: Printed on quality cardstock and bound in a portfolio cover, the postcards are easy to remove and send or frame. The set features a range of key scenes and characters from the film--a must-have for Studio Ghibli fans and collectors. GREAT GIFT: Fans of Kiki's Delivery Service, Hayao Miyazaki, and Studio Ghibli will love this stunning collection of postcards. It is part of a continuing official partnership with Japanese animation giant Studio Ghibli and makes a great gift or self-purchase for creatives, animation enthusiasts, collectors, and fans of Japanese art, stationery, and pop culture. BELOVED STUDIO WITH MASSIVE FAN BASE WORLDWIDE: The Ghibli Museum, Mitaka and Ghibli Park are popular destinations in Japan. The studio won the Academy Award(R) for Best Animated Feature for Spirited Away and The Boy and the Heron and earned Academy Award(R) nominations for Howl's Moving Castle, The Wind Rises, The Tale of The Princess Kaguya, When Marnie Was There, and The Red Turtle. Perfect for: Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli fans of all ages Kiki's Delivery Service fans Animation enthusiasts and collectors Artists and designers Fans of Japanese art, stationery, and pop culture
Etruscan Tomb Paintings, Their Subjects And Significance
A hidden world of color and ritual awaits step into the painted tombs of a vanished civilization and rediscover the stories written on stone. Etruscan Tomb Paintings, Their Subjects and Significance by Frederik Poulsen is a masterful exploration of Etruscan art and ritual life as revealed through ancient tomb paintings. Poulsen guides readers through vivid frescoes, decoding scenes of banquets, processions, and mythic moments to reveal what these images tell us about Etruscan culture, beliefs, and social practice. Blending meticulous archaeological studies with lively interpretation, the book illuminates how tomb art functioned in funerary ritual and civic identity across ancient Italy. This edition out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions has been carefully restored for today s and future generations. More than a reprint, this volume is presented as a collector s item and cultural treasure: an essential reference for students of archaeological studies and Italian archaeology, and a beautifully preserved work for classic literature collectors and curious readers alike. Featuring rigorous historical art analysis and accessible commentary on Mediterranean archaeology, Poulsen s Etruscan painting interpretation remains a foundational text in Etruscan history and ancient civilizations scholarship. Whether you re new to Etruscan art or deep into tomb art significance, this revived edition brings the past vividly to life an indispensable addition to any library of historical discovery.
Etching In England
A rediscovered classic that puts the glitter back into British printmaking Etching in England by Sir Frederick Wedmore returns, restored and reborn for a new generation. Step into the smoky studios and sunlit streets of 19th-century Britain as Wedmore, one of the era s most perceptive critics, guides readers through the art of etching with vivid commentary and warm authority. This book unfolds the story of English etching history: its technical revolutions, its passionate practitioners, and the cultural forces that made etching a defining medium of its age. Practical etching techniques sit alongside rich historical etchings and biographical sketches, giving both novices and connoisseurs a lucid etching guide wrapped in literary charm. Historically significant and brilliantly written, Wedmore s analysis remains a cornerstone of English art history and a must-read for anyone interested in British printmaking. His observations illuminate why certain 19th-century etchings still captivate collectors and scholars alike, making this edition essential for etching collectors, students, and casual readers who love artful storytelling. This volume was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions carefully restored for today s and future generations. More than a reprint, this edition is a collector s item and a cultural treasure: annotated, faithfully reproduced, and presented to reconnect modern audiences with the enduring craft and critique of etching in England. Keywords: Etching techniques, Sir Frederick Wedmore, historical etchings, etching art analysis.
The Grip Cartoons
A wickedly witty mirror of a young nation laugh, learn, and linger over the sharp lines that shaped Canadian public opinion. The Grip Cartoons: Vols. I & II, May 1873 to May 1874 collects J. W. Bengough s biting Victorian political cartoons and periodical cartoons originally printed in The Grip, bringing together 19th-century satire that skewers politicians, social mores, and the headlines of a turbulent decade. These pages deliver classic caricatures and vintage comic art that trace the contours of early Canadian journalism and political commentary 1870s from elections and scandals to everyday life rendered with the crisp draughtsmanship and fearless humor that made Bengough a national voice. This edition s historical significance is profound: these satirical art collection pieces are primary witnesses to Canadian history through art, revealing how humor shaped opinion in Victorian era publications. Casual readers will enjoy rollicking humor and pointed visuals; collectors and scholars will treasure the authentic ink, timing, and cultural context of each plate. Key selling points: This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today s and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint it s a collector s item and a cultural treasure. Perfect for fans of historical Canadian humor, classic caricatures, and anyone fascinated by the power of satire, this volume revives a landmark of satirical art and early Canadian journalism for modern shelves.
Caravaggio
One of the most influential painters of the Baroque era, Caravaggio transformed art history with his dramatic use of light and shadow and his raw, emotional realism. This beautifully produced, affordably priced book offers rich insights into his life and work in a compact, convenient format. From the striking intensity of The Calling of Saint Matthew to the poignant vulnerability of David with the Head of Goliath, Caravaggio's masterpieces are brought to life in vivid reproductions that allow readers to appreciate every detail of his artistry. Accompanying these images are insightful explorations of his works, uncovering the groundbreaking techniques and personal turmoil that defined his style. A comprehensive biography traces Caravaggio's meteoric rise in Rome, his volatile temperament, and the dramatic twists of his short life, offering a compelling portrait of an artist who was as passionate and unpredictable as the works he created. Perfect for both seasoned art connoisseurs and those newly discovering the wonders of early Baroque painting, this book invites readers to experience the genius of an artist whose bold vision continues to captivate audiences centuries later.
Spectrum of Desire
Reframing medieval art through the lens of queer theory, this pioneering volume sharpens our understanding of conceptions of gender, the body, and eroticism across three centuries This pioneering volume explores concepts of gender, sexuality, and love as portrayed in sculptures, paintings, manuscripts, and personal items to reveal the hidden sexuality and sensuality of medieval art. Using the critical approach known as queer theory, which offers a way to think more expansively about the past, the book interrogates aspects art and culture of the Middle Ages that are often overlooked, such as nonconformist sexual practices, gender variance, and power plays within human and divine relationships. Focused essays on topics and motifs such as the erotics of Saint Sebastian, transgender expression, and the underside of courtly love propose new readings of beloved masterpieces. Featuring more than 40 works of art from the fourteenth to the sixteenth century, this volume not only encourages readers to reflect on the ways that sex, gender, and relationships structured medieval lives and identities, but also prompts contemplation of how such attitudes affect our understanding of these subjects in the present day. Published by The Metropolitan Museum of Art/Distributed by Yale University Press Exhibition Schedule: The Met Cloisters, New York (October 17, 2025-March 29, 2026)
Manet and Morisot
An intimate exploration of an artistic friendship at the heart of the Impressionist movement ?douard Manet (1832-1883) was a pioneer of modern painting, and Berthe Morisot (1841-1895) was the sole female founding member of the Impressionist group. To each other, they were colleagues, friends, and--following Morisot's marriage to Manet's brother--family. Unfolding over a period of fifteen years, theirs was arguably the closest relationship between any two members of the Impressionist circle. Through collaboration, competition, and mutual collecting, each influenced the other's work and, in the process, changed the course of modern art. The story of this relationship has most often been told through Manet's magnificent portraits of Morisot, but the two artists' connection was more than one between painter and muse. Exploring pairs and groups of related works, Manet and Morisot reveals that, while Morisot looked to Manet for inspiration during her early career, as Morisot's work became more daring and garnered widespread acclaim, Manet began to follow her example, emulating her choice of subjects, her high-keyed colors, even her rapid, fluttering brushstrokes. Illustrated essays and entries challenge gendered perspectives in the Manet literature, while correspondence and a technical study invite readers into the two artists' shared social circle and contrasting studio practices. Published in association with the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco Exhibition Schedule: Legion of Honor, Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco (October 11, 2025-March 1, 2026) Cleveland Museum of Art (March 29-July 5, 2026)
Joe Bob Goes to the Drive-In (Updated Edition)
This brand-new, updated art book-sized hardcover edition of the long out-of-print collection by cult film host Joe Bob Briggs features new writing, movie reviews, and fan letters not seen in over 40 years, plus new artwork by comic book artist Mike Norton and an introduction by Stephen King. Cult genre film host Joe Bob Briggs' collection of wisecracking takes on drive-in movies and redneck life is finally back in print! This art book-sized hardcover edition features Briggs' first columns for The Dallas Times Herald and contains his famous B-movie reviews, fan letters and his replies, plus Briggs' adventures as the world's foremost expert on drive-ins--some of which hasn't been in print for more than forty years. This expanded, newly-designed edition includes a cover by Wallace McBride, interior artwork by comic book artist Mike Norton, and an introduction by Stephen King. Featuring Joe Bob Briggs' writing on beloved horror classics ranging from Basket Case to The Texas Chain Saw Massacre to The Evil Dead, this book is essential reading for all drive-in cinema and Joe Bob Briggs fans.
Painting Like the Impressionists
Impressionism, an art movement pioneered by a handful of avant-garde painters based in Paris in the 1870s, gave academic oil painting a vivacity and spontaneity it had previously lacked, and remains to this day the single most popular style of art for gallery-goers and amateur painters alike. This elegantly-written book, by a professional artist and scholar, is both an instructional guide to incorporating Impressionist techniques into your own painting, and an illuminating investigation into how those first Impressionists actually painted their pictures. As such, it will fascinate both the painter and the art historian. This new book provides detailed advice on paints, brushes and canvas, as used by the original Impressionists and still widely available today. It discusses the process of making an Impressionist painting from initial vision to final completion and analyses the role of composition, light and tone, colour and paint handling. Finally, it gives an overview of the subject matter most closely associated with the Impressionists.
Grateful, Thankful, Blessed 2026 12 X 12 Wall Calendar
GRATEFUL INSPIRATION - Embrace the power of positivity with uplifting messages of thankfulness, blessings, and heartfelt gratitude each month. This vibrant calendar is a daily reminder to find joy in life's simple and meaningful moments.
Portents
The mystery of what's to come revealed through every day encounters with animals! Illustrator and muralist Robert Armbrister delivers bright colors and bold statements with his break-out hit PORTENTS!
The fourth book in the popular Do More Art series looks at how the simple process of moving ink from one surface to another can open up a world of creativity and artistic expression. From simple finger printing and potato prints to screenprinting, this book is packed with ways to create exciting and beautiful handmade prints without the use of expensive equipment. Each technique is clearly explained and illustrated with works by some of the greatest contemporary printmakers - including Saul Steinberg, Tracy Simpson and Delita Martin - demonstrating that print is very much alive!
A Drawing a Day
FROM TIKTOK'S FAVOURITE ART TEACHER. Unlock your inner artist. This book is for: -Those who've forgotten what it's like to draw for no reason and colour outside the lines.-For anyone who misses the feeling of putting pen to paper to create something.-For wannabe artists of all ages and all skill levels This book is for you. No one else needs to see these pages. Start wherever you like and draw for as long as you need. Find an escape, find calm, find your creativity - every page offers a simple drawing prompt to learn new techniques and skills and grow your confidence while offering you a calm daily practice away from your screen.
Anna Mason's Watercolour World
Learn to paint with an award-winning watercolor artist in this guide covering watercolor techniques and tips for painting your own nature-inspired paintings. Includes 4 step-by-step watercolor painting projects! Anna's vibrant, detailed and uplifting watercolors have earned her worldwide recognition. Here, she goes beyond flowers to explore her inspirations from across the natural world, including fruit, birds, and animals. With clarity and warmth, Anna will help you find inspiration, choose scale and composition, see things correctly, and work with discipline and flow until you produce fabulous work of your own. She also covers topics such as: - How to take reference photographs and paint from them - How to understand color, texture, and form - Anna's signature 5-stage process, including drawing and color mixing - Choosing paints, paper, and brush techniques - How to practice and stay motivated, including practice exercises - Plus, 4 beautiful nature-inspired watercolor projects! Packed with advice and inspiring finished pieces, this gorgeous book guides the reader through Anna's method of working with a variety of beautiful step-by-step projects and exercises. It is suitable for beginners or for more experienced artists looking to refine their style or try some new techniques.
Miami's Art Boom
Discover how Miami's local artcommunity transformed the city into a hub of global artistic exchangeStep intothe vibrant heartbeat of Miami's art scene during a transformative period in Miami'sArt Boom. Award-winning art critic Elisa Turner presents over 100 of herbest profiles, reviews, and stories to capture the evolution of Miami's visualarts community before and after the inaugural Art Basel Miami Beach in 2002.This book reveals how a constellation of visionary artists, curators, galleries, and museums ignited a cultural revolution that propelled the regiononto the international stage.Through four chronological sections and a richly contextualizing introduction, readers are invited to witness a pivotal era when creative pioneers like Jos矇 Bedia, Carlos Betancourt, Mar穩a Brito, Gary L. Moore, Eugenia Vargas-Pereira, Edouard Duval-Carri矇, Mar穩a Mart穩nez-Ca簽as, and many others redefined artistic boundaries. Their individual stories are artfully interwoven with the broadernarrative of a community energized by cross-cultural exchange. As Miamitransformed into a flourishing hub of global artistry amid burgeoning supportfrom state and private funders, the groundwork was laid for Art Basel MiamiBeach, a landmark event whose explosive impact continues to reverberate. Miami's Art Boom is more than a history--it is a vibrant cultural artifact that not onlydefies myths about Miami's artistic roots but also celebrates the spirit ofinnovation and diversity. This detailed, lively collection is an essential readfor art students and scholars, professionals, and anyone passionate about thepower of creativity. Embrace the story of Miami's rise from the foundationalwork of local visionaries to the exhilarating exchange of the international artworld and experience an inspirational journey.
Art & Court of James VI & I
A dazzling selection of art, jewellery, clothing and objects that reflects the dynamic court of James VI & I. James VI & I, the only child of Mary, Queen of Scots, has often been overshadowed by the dramatic lives of his mother and son, Charles I. This book seeks to redress the balance by centering the first monarch to reign over both Scotland and England and uncovering the artistic treasures created during his extraordinary reign. The cultural riches of James's court are showcased, revealing his diverse roles as ruler, scholar, politician, father and patron of the arts. His court's passion for jewelry and fine clothes is illustrated in the vivid portraits and miniatures by John de Critz and Nicholas Hilliard - just two of many artists and craftspeople who thrived in its artistic and intellectual climate. Five richly illustrated chapters demonstrate James's impact on early modern Britain, while reconsidering the reputation of a king traditionally presented as preferring hunting and drinking to the duties of daily governance. Packed with exquisite art works and sumptuous objects, this book brings James's court vividly to life.
Learn to Draw Anything
Get started drawing with this fun and encouraging step-by-step guide--no experience required! Learn to Draw Anything by Zephy (@zephy.fr) is a comprehensive 192-page drawing guide created to transform beginners into confident, independent artists. Led by Zephy's fresh, friendly, and accessible teaching approach, this book introduces you to essential techniques that provide a strong foundation in drawing. Designed for those new to art, the book covers a variety of subjects and includes exercises that will help you discover your own unique style. Learn to Draw Anything makes drawing enjoyable for all, with Zephy's supportive method emphasizing consistent practice and self-expression. You will explore a variety of subjects, from objects and animals to people and landscapes, gaining skills you can apply to any subject. The simple step-by-step tutorials can be completed in 15 minutes, so you can accomplish them easily--no matter how busy you are. With clear instructions, engaging activities, and insightful tips, Zephy helps you build the confidence to draw anything you imagine. Inside, you will find: Essential drawing techniques: Follow step-by-step instructions for basic skills that form the building blocks of artistic expression, including observation, proportions, perspective, details, light and shadow, and creativity.Encouraging exercises: Develop confidence and creativity while practicing a range of subjects.Photo references: The tutorials include photo references, enabling you to see how Zephy approaches each drawing subject. With Learn to Draw Anything, you will not only learn the basics of drawing but also gain the tools to explore your creativity independently, embracing your artistic journey with confidence.
yOur Backyard Volume V
Full Description yOur Backyard Magazine, a quarterly online and print publication, encourages writers, actors, artists, musicians, photographers, gardeners, crafters, and youth [of all ages]. We also offer contests with the potential to be included in forthcoming issues of yOur Backyard Magazine and yOur Backyard books. For each issue, we welcome and consider: ●Personal inspirational stories●Poems ●Artwork●Songs●Photographs●Biblical facts and/or applications
The Art and Industry of Stucco Decoration in Europe
An interdisciplinary perspective no the spread and development of the stucco technique between the 16th and 18th centuries, and the different forms it took throughout Europe. Text in English and Italian. Stucco decorations have traditionally been studied considering their formal and artistic qualities. Although much research and numerous publications have explored the works of stucco artists and their cultural context, little attention has been paid to their professional role in relation to the other actors involved in the decorative process (architects, painters, sculptors, patrons), the technical skills of these artists, and how their know-how contributed to the great professional success they enjoyed. From the 16th to the 18th century, many of the stucco decorations in churches and palaces throughout Europe were made by masters from the border area between what is now Canton Ticino and Lombardy. This collection of essays aims to examine how these artists worked from Spain to Poland, from Denmark to Italy, via the Netherlands, France, Germany, the Czech Republic, Slovenia and Austria, adapting to the realities of the different contexts. The authors examine these issues with an interdisciplinary approach, considering art history and social history, the history of artistic techniques, and the science of materials. Text in English and Italian.
Impressions in Watercolour: Turner and His Contemporaries
Rarely seen watercolors by the greatest English artists of the 19th century, beautifully reproduced. Curated and introduced by Ian Warrell, the leading expert on Turner, this selection from the fabled Hickman Bacon collection is one of the finest groups of British watercolors in existence, and hardly ever seen or reproduced. Centered around 32 watercolors by Turner, including some of his breathtaking views of the Alps, early views, and late cloud and sea studies, the collection also encompasses some of the greatest works by Turner's contemporaries: John Sell Cotman, Alexander Cozen, Thomas Girtin, Peter de Wint, John Crome, David Cox and others. Beautifully printed on heavy uncoated paper, with some reproductions life size, this book conveys the intensity and freshness and stupendous virtuosity of these artists whose work in watercolor has never been rivaled. An extended essay by the leading expert and former Tate curator Ian Warrell examines the paintings and gives a vivid picture of the artists who made them.
Supernatural
From the bestselling author of The Fantastic Gustave Dor矇. Featuring 300 exquisite paintings and engravings that reveal the mysterious beauty of nineteenth century Dark Romanticism, Symbolism, and Pre-Raphaelitism, this lavish volume highlights the era's fascination with the spiritual, the macabre, and the sublime. Supernatural invites readers to experience the otherworldly imagination of celebrated and lesser-known artists who sought to capture the liminal spaces between reality and fantasy. Divided into 7 thematic chapters Luna (moon), Carmina (charms), Maleficia (witchcraft), Genii (fairies), Phantasmata (ghosts), Angeli (angels), and Daemones (demons)--it pairs breathtaking artwork with insightful commentary that illuminates the themes, symbols, and esoteric traditions woven into these haunting works. A glossary of 40 terms further clarifies the arcane concepts and spiritual influences at play. The sumptuous package includes gold-embossed cover and spine, decorative belly band, and sprayed edges inscribed with the title. Ideal for art lovers, mystics, and anyone captivated by the uncanny, it offers an unprecedented journey into the supernatural visions of the nineteenth century.
Leonardo
This accessible and beautifully produced volume honors the extraordinary legacy of Leonardo da Vinci, whose genius shaped the Renaissance and continues to inspire the modern world. Through stunning reproductions of his most iconic works, including The Last Supper, Mona Lisa, and The Virgin and Child with St. Anne, readers can experience the depth and brilliance of Leonardo's artistry. These masterpieces, alongside his intricate sketches and studies, are paired with commentary that illuminates the innovative techniques, symbolism, and groundbreaking ideas that define his legacy. A concise and engaging biography traces Leonardo's journey from his early years in Vinci to his influential career in Florence, Milan, and beyond, exploring the boundless curiosity and intellect that fueled his pursuits in art, science, and engineering. Rich contextual details highlight the cultural and historical influences on his work, offering readers a deeper understanding of his enduring impact. Compact, elegantly designed, and affordably priced, this book is ideal for both devoted admirers of Renaissance creativity and those discovering Leonardo da Vinci for the first time. Offering a compelling exploration of his life and achievements, it is an essential addition to any art lover's collection.
Vincent Van Gogh: The Starry Night Artisan Art Sketch Book
New title in the colourful Artisan Art Sketch Book collection by Flame Tree Studio, in a range of hues to suit the mood, crafted with decorated page edges and embellished with beautiful tactile art on the cover. Perfect for all artists, sketchers and doodlers. Artisan Art Sketch Books from Flame Tree come in a range of hues to suit the moment and are embellished with a wide variety of well-known art on their tactile, vegan leather covers. They're carefully crafted with decorated page edges overflowing with petals, teasing vines and patterns. A unique blend of the practical and beautiful, with two ribbons and thick white paper stock that makes them ideal for sketching and drawing. Perfect as a gift, and an essential personal choice for artists, notetakers, travellers, students, poets and diarists. And with robust flexi covers they're a pleasure to use. Simply, they feel good! Vincent van Gogh is considered one of the world's greatest painters, his work having had a huge and far-reaching influence on 20th-century art as well as remaining visually and emotionally powerful to this day. In The Starry Night, the sky is Prussian blue, ultramarine and cobalt, with sparkling yellow gaslights and stars. The spot depicted is in Arles, close to the Yellow House he famously rented.
Vincent Van Gogh: Almond Blossom Artisan Art Sketch Book
New title in the colourful Artisan Art Sketch Book collection by Flame Tree Studio, in a range of hues to suit the mood, crafted with decorated page edges and embellished with beautiful tactile art on the cover. Perfect for all artists, sketchers and doodlers. Artisan Art Sketch Books from Flame Tree come in a range of hues to suit the moment and are embellished with a wide variety of well-known art on their tactile, vegan leather covers. They're carefully crafted with decorated page edges overflowing with petals, teasing vines and patterns. A unique blend of the practical and beautiful, with two ribbons and thick white paper stock that makes them ideal for sketching and drawing. Perfect as a gift, and an essential personal choice for artists, notetakers, travellers, students, poets and diarists. And with robust flexi covers they're a pleasure to use. Simply, they feel good! Vincent van Gogh is considered one of the world's greatest painters, his work having had a huge and far-reaching influence on 20th-century art as well as remaining visually and emotionally powerful to this day. Van Gogh painted Almond Blossom as a gift in celebration of the birth of his nephew. He had previously been greatly inspired by flowering trees, and appreciated their power as symbols of rebirth.
Bobbie Goods Cozy Coloring & Drawing
Embrace cozy creativity with Bobbie Goods through step-by-step drawing tutorials, coloring activities, and more in this officially licensed book. Bobbie Goods Cozy Coloring & Drawing combines winter-themed charm with hands-on creativity, perfect for fans of cute, whimsical art. This two-in-one book offers 32 pages of step-by-step drawing projects that guide budding artists through creating cozy animal characters, holiday scenes, and adorable objects. In addition to the tutorials, an attached pad includes 6 unique winter and holiday coloring pages and 6 memo sheets. Perfect for personalizing projects, jotting down notes, or sharing your creations with others, this pad offers endless possibilities for creative expression and fun! Inside, you'll find: Easy step-by-step drawing tutorials for drawing holiday-themed animals, cozy scenes, and cute decorationsAn attached pad with 6 cozy winter scenes to color and 6 memo pad pagesWhether you're relaxing by the fire or looking for a creative holiday activity, the official Bobbie Goods Cozy Coloring & Drawing Pad offers a delightful, hands-on way to enjoy the winter season.
Bukimi No Tani (不気味の谷): The Uncanny Valley - The Affectivity of the Humanoid
Examining the "uncanny valley" experienced by humans in the presence of the humanoidPublished with Funda癟瓊o Bienal de S瓊o Paulo. This fourth and final volume in a series of educational publications in conjunction with the 36th Bienal de S瓊o Paulo centers on the Invocation held in Tokyo in April 2025, exploring the complex relationship between humans and machines through sound, performance and visual practices. Inspired by the concept of the "uncanny valley" proposed by Japanese roboticist Masahiro Mori in 1970, the Tokyo Invocation reflects on the ambiguities of the human in the face of technology and the issues that emerge at the intersection between art, artificial intelligence and corporeality. This book addresses issues such as the impact of artificial intelligence on artistic creation, the performativity of machines and the affective dimension of the relationship between humans and automated devices.
You Are an Artist
With original, full-color designs and 11 affirmations from the artist himself, this compact gift book offers guidance, clarity, and support for fulfilling your creative potential Are you an aspiring artist? Or perhaps lost your creative vision? Or you just need some powerful words of encouragement to follow your dreams. Well, this book is for you. Known as the "architect of joy," this book was created by visionary multidisplinary artist and designer Yinka Ilori and offers bold and fearless encouragement for anyone looking for assurance on their artistic journey. Suitable for all ages, this is the perfect gift book for anyone needing a joyful mood boost and for aspiring artists in need of uplifiting declarations. With original, full-color designs and 11 affirmations from the artist himself, this compact gift book offers guidance, clarity, and support for fulfilling your creative potential.
Falling in Autumn
'My encounters with nature are very personal. I am inspired by watching jays gathering acorns, owls hooting and the joy of hearing nightingales.' Falling Into Autumn is the third book in a stunning seasonal quartet from beloved printmaker and illustrator Angela Harding. This series will take readers on a journey through the seasons, reflecting Angela's view as the nature around her transforms and evolves over the months. Taking in landscapes across the UK, from views from her homely studio in Rutland to the Scottish wilderness, via the low-lying marshlands of Suffolk and the windswept hills of Yorkshire, the beautiful illustrations and evocative imagery of the prose make this the perfect book for nature lovers and art lovers everywhere. Featuring many of Angela's most beloved prints, alongside Angela's observations and inspirations, Spring Unfurled, Summer's Hum, Falling into Autumn and Winter's Song are a joyful celebration of nature and wildlife across the UK at all times of year.
300 Things to Draw
Say goodbye to creative block with 300 Things to Draw, a guided sketchbook designed to add bursts of creative time throughout your day. Whether you're a doodler, a budding artist, or a creatively blocked pro, let the 300 diverse prompts--from everyday objects to original concepts--set your imagination racing. With so many prompts, you can turn your drawing into a daily practice that may even become a lifelong habit. With a combination of full-page, half-page, and quarter-page prompts, this carry-along sketchbook includes lots of space to draw, allowing your artwork to shine and the prompt text to recede into the background--making it the perfect keepsake. The layflat format enables you to focus on creating your art. Try your hand at drawing: A spring day in the gardenA campfire sceneThe front door of a houseA weeping willow treeFireworksAn actor on stageA pair of glassesOpen your mind, start drawing, and enjoy a sense of accomplishment. Also in this Series: 3,001 Questions All About Me, 3,001 Would You Rather Questions, 3,001 This or That Questions, 301 Writing Ideas, Anti-Anxiety Journal, Complete the Drawing, Create a Poem, Create a Story, Create Comics: A Sketchbook, Design & Destroy, Forever Friends, Gratitude Journal, Inner Me, Inspired by Prayer, Internet Password Book, Mom & Me, My Family Story, My Father's Life, My Grandfather's Life, My Grandmother's Life, My Life Story, My Mother's Life, Our Love Story, Sermon Notes, Sketch - Large Black, Sketch - Large Kraft, Sketch - Medium Black, Sketch - Medium Kraft, This is Me, Write - Medium Black, Write - Medium Black
Made in L.A. 2025
Animated by its inimitable residents and cacophonous disorder, Los Angeles is brought to life through interventions by 28 emerging and under-recognized local artistsPublished with Hammer Museum. The Made in L.A. biennial highlights the practices of artists working throughout the greater Los Angeles area, with an emphasis on emerging and under-recognized artists. The catalog for the seventh iteration, Made in L.A. 2025, includes curatorial essays and commissioned texts focusing on each of the 28 featured participants, spanning generations and working across a wide range of mediums. Neither myth nor monolith, Los Angeles is many things to many people, and its dissonance is perhaps its most distinguishing feature. Attitude draws them together: Each engages with this city in ways alternately literal, formal, material, and metaphoric. Conceived or made in Los Angeles, they are of this city and nowhere else. In the spirit of the exhibition, the book embraces writers' voices from a broad range of disciplines. Among the contributions are interviews, critical essays and experimental writing exercises, all centered on and influenced by Los Angeles.
Watercolour Lessons
A Watercolour How-To Book for the Whimsical Creative"I am brand new to watercolor and this book is exactly what I needed. Highly recommended." --Amazon review#1 Bestseller in Watercolor Painting, Plants & Animals, Mixed Media & DecoratingTake a walk down the path of translucent pastels and delicate wet washes with Watercolour Lessons. Filled with engaging exercises, this vibrant guide contains step-by-step instructions on how to paint with watercolours. For beginners and those looking to improve their technique, Watercolour Lessons brings artistic inspiration to any home.A watercolour guide book that is uniquely you. Follow author and artist Emma Lefebvre as she teaches the fundamentals of this simple-to-use painting medium. With an emphasis on developing skills and style, Watercolour Lessons offers the necessary tools to produce paintings anyone would be proud to display, gift, or to keep for themselves.Learn how to paint with watercolours. For beginners and mavens alike, Watercolour Lessons offers straight-forward lessons to help anyone develop their craft and unique artistic style. From color theory to tool sets, it explores watercolour basics while helping painters--old and new--gain confidence in themselves and their work.Inside, you'll find: A list of essential watercolour tools and how to use themAn easy-to-understand explanation of watercolour techniques and theoriesCharmingly simple watercolor painting projects with step-by-step instructionsNotes on common mistakes and how to fix themIf you're looking for creative art therapy exercises, want to learn how to paint with watercolors for beginners or intermediate artists, or enjoy books such as Watercolor the Easy Way Flowers, Watercolor Workbook, Watercolor With Me in the Forest, or Everyday Watercolor, you'll love Watercolour Lessons.
Derrick Adams
The highly anticipated first monograph on one of the most celebrated American contemporary artistsThrough portraits, social scenes, photographs, sculptures, and immersive installations, Derrick Adams has developed an artistic practice that jocundly visualizes modern Black American life. Equally informed by popular culture as he is by the history of modern art, Adams's work brings the everyday experiences of Black Americans to the forefront, capturing fashionable moments of joy, resilience, and celebration. His artworks are filled with color, energy, and complexity, whether they depict intimate, everyday moments or grand, sweeping statements.Adams's first-ever monograph includes 150 of the most significant works from his thirty-year career, along with four newly commissioned texts from cultural luminaries. Filled with beautifully reproduced images and presented in a cloth case with a painting tipped onto the front cover, this stunning book establishes Derrick Adams as one of the most important figurative artists working today.
John Bock
Meaningfully meaningless. The augmented reality book for John Bock John Bock (b. 1965 in Gribbohm, lives in Berlin) is one of the most important contemporary performance and video artists. In his works characterized by humor and absurdity, the artist places language, human bodies, everyday objects, and spaces in peculiar relationships to each other. He attained international recognition with the installation LiquidityAuraAromaPortfolio at the first Berlin Biennale in 1998. Together with his work Voll die Beule from 2013, it is now included in the collection of the Kunsthalle Mannheim. The present volume not only contextualizes and documents John Bock's work, but also immerses the viewer/reader directly in his performances. When a selected page is brought into focus with the new edition-cantz app, the image begins to move. The first edition cantz book with augmented reality, in which the artist's head emerges and a filled rubber glove leaks out over the page. A completely new approach to the works of John Bock. The publication is packaged in a sock designed by the artist and includes a foreword by Johan Holten, a preface by Ulrike Widmaier Picasso, and contributions by Sebastian Baden, Jens Hoffmann, Antonella Bianca Meloni, and Marianne Wagner & Till Wyler von Ballmoos. John Bock studied at the Hamburg University of Fine Arts and since 2004 has taught at the State Academy of Fine Arts Karlsruhe as Professor of Sculpture. He has participated in the Biennale di Venezia, and his works have been featured worldwide in solo exhibitions at, among others, the Berlinische Galerie, the Contemporary Austin, Texas, the Barbican Centre, London, and the St瓣del Museum, Frankfurt.
Larry Rivers
Between French Modernism and the New York School: The idiosyncratic art of the pioneer of American Pop Art. The American painter, musician, and filmmaker Larry Rivers (* 1923 in New York City; + 2002 ibid.) is considered one of the most influential protagonists of the New York art scene in the period from the 1950s to the 1970s. He played with Miles Davis and Charlie Parker, was a close friend of Frank O'Hara, and pioneered Pop Art. In dealing with contemporary artist colleagues and historical role models, he always strived to making painting visible as a medium of reflection. From an early age, Rivers was preoccupied with French painting of the late nineteenth century. During his stay in Paris in 1961/62, he met Jean Tinguely and Niki de Saint Phalle, whereupon the range of materials he used was extended to wood, cardboard, and electric light. For the first time, the present volume-the first monograph in twenty years-sheds light on Larry Rivers' idiosyncratic art with a view to the tension between traditional French painting and Abstract Expressionism around Willem de Kooning. The catalogue accompanies the first European exhibition of Larry Rivers' work in forty years at the Ludwig Museum Koblenz.
Collecting the Future
Over 125 years of groundbreaking and perpetually relevant modern Italian artEstablished in Turin in 1898, the Fondazione De Fornaris holds thousands of works key to the history of modern Italian art. Collecting the Future spans various epochs to discuss artists including Pellizza da Volpedo, Alberto Burri, Giorgio Morandi and Pino Pascali.
Leigh Bowery
A comprehensive monograph on the boundary-pushing career of artist, performer, model, TV personality, club promoter, fashion designer, and musician Leigh Bowery Leigh Bowery used performance to explore questions around the politics of the body and its use as both material and a site of transformation. He was also fascinated by the subversive potential of costume as sculpture.Published to accompany a major exhibition, Leigh Bowery features over 200 images by and of the artist--spanning an eclectic and dynamic career which included fashion photography, club Polaroids, film stills, paintings, postcards, and ephemera. In addition to Bowery's own works, the book also includes paintings of the artist by Lucian Freud, and works made with and about Bowery by Stephen Willats and Trojan Barnes, among others.A visual inventory of all of Bowery's costumes, held by the artist's estate, has been newly photographed and published here for the first time.
Project Sketchbook
Why do artists keep sketchbooks-and what secrets do these private pages hold?Project Sketchbook Volume 1 opens the door to a world rarely shared with the public: the personal sketchbook pages where ideas are born, risks are taken, and creativity unfolds in its purest form. Inside, you'll discover the work of twenty-six artists from Canada, the United States, and Germany-each sharing the raw beauty of their sketchbook pages alongside reflections on their process, inspiration, and creative journey.This book isn't just for artists. It's for anyone who has ever wondered what creativity looks like on the basic level. Every page invites you to explore-whether through a double-page spread bursting with color, a quick sketch made in a moment of observation, or an experimental collage that redefines what a sketchbook can be.Part exhibition catalogue, part behind-the-scenes peek into the artistic process, and part call to action, Project Sketchbook Volume 1 is a reminder that creativity is for everyone. Be inspired and find the spark to begin your own sketchbook practice.
Brand Something Beautiful
If you don't tell your story well, who will?If you're like most writers, artists, musicians, solopreneurs, and other creatives, you love making things. But you dread marketing.Marketing feels hard- like complete guesswork-because no one has ever helped you define your brand. Without a clear brand, marketing is like trying to build a house without a foundation. In a swamp. With alligators.Branding is about much more than logos or taglines. It involves understanding you and your unique gifts and desires, and then connecting those with the needs of your audiences. Branding is the missing middle between making something beautiful and helping people find and embrace that beauty. Inside this book, you'll discover a proven five-step process-Determine, Discover, Define, Design, and Delight-that bridges the gap between creating and selling, a method that makes marketing not just easier, but more enjoyable. You'll develop your own creative brand that will help you: articulate who you are as a creative, understand the difference between a personal brand and a creative one, make better decisions, charge premium prices, and enable others to describe and recommend your work.Many creative people aren't clear about what they want or how to achieve their dreams. Or if they are, they don't know how to message their passion well or communicate it in a way that resonates with customers, clients, collectors, and other vital audiences. In this book, you'll gain the clarity you need to focus on the work you were made to create, and then to share that work in ways that excite others.It's time to stop guessing at how to promote what you do and instead, start building emotional connections that turn admirers into loyal customers.Your creative work deserves to be seen. Your brand is how the world will find it.
The Future of the Art World
A wide-ranging collection of interviews conducted by New York Times contributor Andr獺s Sz獺nt籀 sheds light on the future of the art world in a rapidly changing societyThis is the third in a series of books investigating the future of the museum, following on The Future of the Museum: 28 Dialogues (2020) and Imagining the Future of the Museum: 21 Dialogues with Architects (2022). If the previous volumes examined the "software" and the "hardware" of the museum, respectively, the third installment of the trilogy surveys the social, cultural, economic, institutional and technological conditions in which museums operate. The conversations engage voices not heard in the prior volumes: artists, curators, collectors, members of the art trade, social scientists, entrepreneurs and others. The dialogues range across a panorama of topics, from the future of the art gallery and outlooks for the art fair, to the role of globalization in the art world, to the internal and external forces transforming cultural institutions, to the impacts of climate change, to perspectives on the future of digital creativity and artificial intelligence. Several conversations shed light on the evolution of specific global regions--from Asia to Africa to Latin America to the Gulf nations and the Middle East--where some of the most transformative investments in arts infrastructure are currently being made. The dialogues grapple with the question of whether the art world can adjust to the future incrementally, or whether it is heading into a period of systemic, paradigmatic transformation. Taken together, the conversations offer a portrait of an art world seeking to adapt to a society undergoing an accelerated period of change.Andr獺s Sz獺nt籀 (born 1964) is a Budapest-born, Brooklyn-based author and editor who has been conducting conversations with art-world leaders since the early 1990s, including as a frequent moderator of the Art Basel Conversations series. His writings have appeared in the New York Times, Artforum and many others.Conversations with: Refik Anadol, Albert-L獺szl籀 Barab獺si, Larissa Buchholz, Diana Campbell, Joshua Citarella, Marcello Dantas, Simon Denny, Noah Horowitz, William Kentridge, Agnieszka Kurant, Sylvain Levy, Atsuko Ninagawa, Alain Servais, Yoram Roth, et al.
Silicon Valley Reimagined
Silicon Valley Reimagined invites readers into an alternate 1949 where the future arrived decades early. In this richly illustrated art book, the world of postwar California bursts with electronics that belong more to the 1980s-or even today-yet are imagined through the industrial design language of the 1940s.Presented as a product catalog from the fictional Benedetti Brothers & Company, the book showcases the gadgets and innovations that residents of the South Bay might have browsed in January 1949. Wide-screen televisions, video game consoles, cell phones, projectors, and even early laptops and smartwatches are featured here-not in sleek, modern forms, but as boxy, chrome-trimmed devices wrapped in Bakelite and brushed metal. It's a playful collision of eras, where technology leaps ahead but style remains rooted in mid-century design.Each page combines full-color artwork with careful world-building details, evoking the look and feel of a vintage retail catalog. Readers step into a world that never existed, one where megastores filled their shelves with products that belonged to a different timeline. The South Bay becomes the heart of this alternate Silicon Valley long before the name was ever coined, transformed into a hub of imagined consumer electronics at the dawn of the Atomic Age.At once speculative history, design experiment, and visual chronicle, Silicon Valley Reimagined captures the thrill of innovation through the lens of "what might have been." It's a catalog from another universe-an invitation to browse, dream, and imagine a 1949 where the future was already here.
