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A journey for the senses across five continents, A Perfume Atlas traces the origins of the precious essences that create Louis Vuitton's exclusive perfumes

60 beautiful, inspirational painting projects provide inspiration for the watercolour artist.

An essential and long out-of-print document of formative works by institutional critique progenitor Michael AsherOriginally published in 1983, Writings 1973-1983 on Works 1969-1979, by Los Angeles artist Michael Asher (1943-2012) presents select documentation of 33 works through writings, photographs, architectural floor plans, exhibition announcements and other ephemera. For most of his career, Asher did not create traditional art objects; instead, he altered the existing institutional apparatus through which art is presented, creating work that intervened in the architectural, social or economic systems that undergird how art is produced and experienced. For example, in 1974, he removed the partition wall dividing the office and gallery space of the Claire S. Copley Gallery in Los Angeles, revealing the day-to-day activities of the gallery to the public. In another work from 1979, Asher had a bronze replica of a late 18th-century sculpture of George Washington moved from the exterior of the Art Institute of Chicago to a museum gallery that housed 18th-century art, reintroducing the statue to its original period context and shifting its function from public monument to indoor sculpture. Due to its site- and time-specific nature, Asher's work generally ceased to exist after an exhibition, which makes this highly sought-after book an invaluable resource. As the artist states in the introduction: "This book as a finished product will have a material permanence that contradicts the actual impermanence of the art-work, yet paradoxically functions as a testimony to that impermanence of my production." Initiated by Kasper König, Writings 1973-1983 on Works 1969-1979 was originally copublished by the Press of the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design and the Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles, and was largely shaped by Asher's close collaboration with Benjamin H.D. Buchloh, who succeeded König as editor of the press.

Welcome to the world of Steampunk: a unique fantasy version of nineteenth century Victorian England imbued with today's technology, resulting in devices and contraptions that seem to have sprung from the mind of a mad twenty-first century scientist. The "e;steam"e; refers to steam power-as in fire-breathing machines of antique locomotion. The "e;punk"e; is an important reference to an outsider attitude. In The Art of Steampunk, Second Edition you'll discover the captivating and dynamic world of this emerging genre through the creative vision of today's leading Steampunk artists. No longer satisfied with the plastic design of today's mass-produced products, these artists are crafting a romantic new standard for modern goods by applying the characteristics of Steampunk. Their artwork consists of everything from jewelry and watches to light fixtures and clocks, every piece demonstrating hours of painstaking work and unlimited devotion. The Art of Steampunk chronicled the works featured at the first-ever museum exhibition of Steampunk art, held at the Museum of the History of Science at Oxford University. Now this expanded second edition features the work of additional world-class Steampunk artists, as well as new Steampunk lighting creations from author Art Donovan. With more than fifty new photos, The Art of Steampunk, Second Edition, remains the single most important book on the subject of Steampunk.

"An overview of over 100 pedoagogical experiments in the field of architecture over the years and throughout the world"--

Why did Michelangelo paint the Sistine Chapel, or Rembrandt obsess over painting his own image? What''s the secret behind the Terracotta Army, or Andy Warhol''s soup cans? Art: Explained offers straightforward and satisfying answers to 100 of these fascinating questions. If you''ve ever looked at an art masterpiece in awe, but wondered just what it means, here is your guide.

Do you want to learn how to spot fake Air Jordan's? Can you tell if a pair of Yeezys are real or counterfeit? Are you looking to become a sneaker authenticator? Interested in growing your footwear construction and material knowledge?

Learn to bring your favorite Harry Potter characters from the films to life with pencil and ink!

"Known best for her exuberant, often large-scale sculptural works that celebrate the abundance and complexity of female desire, imagination, and creativity, Niki de Saint Phalle viewed making art as a ritual and a performance--a process connecting life to art. This unconventional, illuminated biography, told in the first person in Saint Phalle's voice and her own hand, dilates large and small moments in Saint Phalle's remarkable life as an artist who pointedly challenged taboos. In a kind of collaboration with the artist, Nicole Rudick has assembled a gorgeous and detailed mosaic of Saint Phalle's visual and textual works from a trove of paintings, drawings, sketches, and writings, many rare or previously unpublished. These confessions, declarations, meditations, and musings trace the most intimate contours of Saint Phalle's life. In some works, Saint Phalle articulates herself with startling candor and self-examination; in others, she carefully and slowly unwinds her secrets as she herself wrestles with them. Throughout, her agency in telling her own story is paramount."--

Master essential watercolour techniques, get to grips with tips and tricks for painting outdoors and develop your core urban sketching skills with Sketch Club: Urban Watercolour.

"Scott Burton (1939-89) created performance art and sculpture that drew on queer experience and the sexual cultures that flourished in New York City in the 1970s. David J. Getsy argues that Burton looked to nonverbal body language and queer behavior in public space-most importantly, street cruising-as a foundation for rethinking the audiences and possibilities of art. Throughout the decade, he made complex works about bodies and how they communicate. Extending his performances about cruising, sexual signaling, and power dynamics, Burton also created functional sculptures that covertly signaled queerness by hiding in plain sight as furniture waiting to be used. With research drawing from multiple archives and numerous interviews, Getsy charts Burton's deep engagements with postminimalism, performance, feminism, behavioral psychology, design history, and queer culture. A restless and wide-ranging artist, Burton transformed his commitment to gay liberation into a unique practice of performance, sculpture, and public art that aspired to be anti-elitist, embracing of differences, and open to all. Filled with stories of Burton's life in New York's art communities, Queer Behavior makes a case for Burton as one of the most significant out queer artists to emerge in the wake of the Stonewall uprising and, in so doing, provides a rich account of the interwoven histories of queer art and performance art in the 1970s"--

The bestseller in an updated new edition: with famous classics and the latest trend bags that reflect the spirit of the times. Text in English, German and French.

The fun and easy way to brush up on art history Ranging from prehistoric cave paintings to postmodern art installations, this is an ideal resource for students of art history as well as anyone who wants a lively yet systematic introduction to art through the ages.

A fascinating account of the story of the Yves Saint Laurent Museum in Marrakech - and a gorgeous homage to creativity

Learn to draw over 50 fabulous felines in an illustrated style, with just 10 simple visual steps.

Learn to draw over 50 delightful dogs in an illustrated style, with just 10 simple visual steps.

This book presents a simplified and practical vision of clothing folds and creases to help you in your drawing studies, encouraging both accuracy and movement.

No two human beings are 100% alike, which is why skin tones make one of the most distinct and diverse palettes on our planet. Although they may seem subtle and soft when presented without context, nude colours can be striking when it comes to making a statement in art or design - which is why more brands are investing in the value of authenticity and the au naturel in a world full of fakes and artificiality. PALETTE mini 00: Nude features a variety of projects that utilise skin tones in exciting and engaging ways by recognising the artists, designers and brands who boldly embrace the beauty of going bare. No matter what platforms or mediums they are applied upon, it celebrates diversity in all its naked glory.

Colour Dynamics II is informed by Aristotle, Rudolf Steiner, and Goethe¿s colour research. This is a useful resource for art students, painters, teachers, art therapists and interior designers. It offers a vivid approach to colour theory that will renew the way you see and can then paint from the heart of each colour.

Rag-rug making is an ideal creative outlet for those aiming for a more sustainable lifestyle.

Desenvolvido especificamente para o segmento de confecções, esse livro é uma importante ferramenta para a criação de referências metodológicas em modelagem brasileira feminina. A publicação inclui a tabela atual de medidas, ensina o uso correto da fita métrica e como utilizar essa tabela para fazer as bases da modelagem de saias, blusas, mangas, golas e calças - um guia claro e prático para o profissional da área.