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The Lost Painting

The Quest for a Caravaggio Masterpiece

by Jonathan Harr ...

Told with consummate skill by the writer of the bestselling, award-winning A Civil Action, The Lost Painting is a remarkable synthesis of history and detective story.An Italian village on a hilltop near the Adriatic coast, a decaying palazzo facing the sea, and in the basement, cobwebbed and dusty, lit by a single bulb, an archive unknown to scholars. Here, a young graduate student from Rome, ... Read more

$13.99 USD

Told with consummate skill by the writer of the bestselling, award-winning A Civil Action, The Lost Painting is a remarkable synthesis of history and detective story.An Italian village on a hilltop near the Adriatic coast, a decaying palazzo facing the sea, and in the basement, cobwebbed and dusty, lit by a single bulb, an archive unknown to scholars. Here, a young graduate student from Rome,
... Read more
Fashion Prints Ackermann's Repository

by Susana Ellis ...

Ackermann's Repository of Arts was an illustrated British periodical published from 1809-1828 by Rudolph Ackermann. The formal title of the journal was Ackermann's Repository of arts, literature, commerce, manufactures, fashions, and politics, and it did cover all of these fields. In its day, it had great influence on English taste in fashion, architecture, and literature. The magazine is best ... Read more

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Ackermann's Repository of Arts was an illustrated British periodical published from 1809-1828 by Rudolph Ackermann. The formal title of the journal was Ackermann's Repository of arts, literature, commerce, manufactures, fashions, and politics, and it did cover all of these fields. In its day, it had great influence on English taste in fashion, architecture, and literature. The magazine is best
... Read more
The Prince Who Would Be King

The Life and Death of Henry Stuart

by Sarah Fraser ...

Henry Stuart’s life is the last great forgotten Jacobean tale. Shadowed by the gravity of the Thirty Years’ War and the huge changes taking place across Europe in seventeenth-century society, economy, politics and empire, his life was visually and verbally gorgeous.NOW THE SUBJECT OF BBC2 DOCUMENTARY The Best King We Never HadHenry Stuart, Prince of Wales was once the hope of Britain. Eldest son ... Read more

$10.99 USD

Henry Stuart’s life is the last great forgotten Jacobean tale. Shadowed by the gravity of the Thirty Years’ War and the huge changes taking place across Europe in seventeenth-century society, economy, politics and empire, his life was visually and verbally gorgeous.NOW THE SUBJECT OF BBC2 DOCUMENTARY The Best King We Never HadHenry Stuart, Prince of Wales was once the hope of Britain. Eldest son
... Read more
Modern Printmaking

A Guide to Traditional and Digital Techniques

by Sylvie Covey ...

A fully illustrated instructional printmaking book presenting step-by-step examples alongside representative works from thirty top contemporary printmaking artists.Printmaking is flourishing in the modern era, appealing to both traditional artists as well as those interested in graphic design and digital techniques. This all-in-one guide is both technical and inspirational, examining the history ... Read more

$12.99 USD

A fully illustrated instructional printmaking book presenting step-by-step examples alongside representative works from thirty top contemporary printmaking artists.Printmaking is flourishing in the modern era, appealing to both traditional artists as well as those interested in graphic design and digital techniques. This all-in-one guide is both technical and inspirational, examining the history
... Read more
Winter's Song

part of a beautiful new series from beloved illustrator and print-maker Angela Harding

by Angela Harding ...

'When the snow falls quickly, it brings dramatic change. Hare, rabbit and bird tracks become visible in the lanes and fields.'***'***When it snows, I am a child again. I must go out for a crunching, snowy walk, and experience the landscape transformed. It is a cliché to call it Narnia, but when the snow falls thickly it does bring dramatic change that makes our familiar village feel like a new ... Read more

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'When the snow falls quickly, it brings dramatic change. Hare, rabbit and bird tracks become visible in the lanes and fields.'***'***When it snows, I am a child again. I must go out for a crunching, snowy walk, and experience the landscape transformed. It is a cliché to call it Narnia, but when the snow falls thickly it does bring dramatic change that makes our familiar village feel like a new
... Read more
Longing for the South

by Marija Livrinik ...

This coloring book is inspired by the rich, and amazing folk art of the Balkan nations, imprinted on their embroideries, knits, jewelry, ornaments, accessories… Enjoy your journey to the South of Europe, through a peninsula considered as a crossroad of three continents, as your mind relaxes and catches the rhythm of its vivid geometric and floral forms framed in elegant ethnic bordures.The shapes ... Read more

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This coloring book is inspired by the rich, and amazing folk art of the Balkan nations, imprinted on their embroideries, knits, jewelry, ornaments, accessories… Enjoy your journey to the South of Europe, through a peninsula considered as a crossroad of three continents, as your mind relaxes and catches the rhythm of its vivid geometric and floral forms framed in elegant ethnic bordures.The shapes
... Read more
Print Workshop

by Christine Schmidt ...

This is a book for low budgets and high ambition. Read it and you will learn how to put images of things onto other things. You will start by rolling up your sleeves. Your shirt will be stained anyways. At some point, you will harness the power of the sun.Go ahead, look inside. You will see that you do not need a fancy studio to print a T-shirt or a picnic blanket. There is no specialized machine ... Read more

$13.99 USD

This is a book for low budgets and high ambition. Read it and you will learn how to put images of things onto other things. You will start by rolling up your sleeves. Your shirt will be stained anyways. At some point, you will harness the power of the sun.Go ahead, look inside. You will see that you do not need a fancy studio to print a T-shirt or a picnic blanket. There is no specialized machine
... Read more
Early Japanese Railways 1853-1914

Engineering Triumphs That Transformed Meiji-era Japan

by Dan Free ...

Early Japanese Railways 1853-1914 is a cultural and engineering history of railway building in Japan during the Meiji era.The importance of early railways in the industrialization of the United States and Europe is a fact all of us are familiar with. To witness the amazing parallel development of the railways in Japan, happening at much the same time as America was connecting its vast hinterland ... Read more

$12.29 USD

Early Japanese Railways 1853-1914 is a cultural and engineering history of railway building in Japan during the Meiji era.The importance of early railways in the industrialization of the United States and Europe is a fact all of us are familiar with. To witness the amazing parallel development of the railways in Japan, happening at much the same time as America was connecting its vast hinterland
... Read more
Printmaking Bible, Revised Edition

The Complete Guide to Materials and Techniques

by Ann d'Arcy Hughes, Hebe Vernon-Morris ...

At over 400 pages and packed with 1000 full-color photos and illustrations, this is truly the category-defining book on the subject of printmaking.Perfect for students and casual and professional artists, with lots of great reference information for print collectors as well, this is the ultimate guide to the ins and outs of every variety of printmaking practiced today.In addition to in-depth step ... Read more

$3.99 USD

At over 400 pages and packed with 1000 full-color photos and illustrations, this is truly the category-defining book on the subject of printmaking.Perfect for students and casual and professional artists, with lots of great reference information for print collectors as well, this is the ultimate guide to the ins and outs of every variety of printmaking practiced today.In addition to in-depth step
... Read more
Edward Hopper

The Life and Vision of Edward Hopper - Painting Silence

by Gerry Souter ...

In his works, Hopper poetically expressed the solitude of man confronted to the American way of life as it developed in the 1920s. Inspired by the movies and particularly by the various camera angles and attitudes of characters, his paintings expose the alienation of mass culture. Created using cold colours and inhabited by anonymous characters, Hopper’s paintings also symbolically reflect the ... Read more

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In his works, Hopper poetically expressed the solitude of man confronted to the American way of life as it developed in the 1920s. Inspired by the movies and particularly by the various camera angles and attitudes of characters, his paintings expose the alienation of mass culture. Created using cold colours and inhabited by anonymous characters, Hopper’s paintings also symbolically reflect the
... Read more
The Art of the Band T-shirt

by Amber Easby, Henry Oliver ...

ONCE,T-shirts were just unadorned undergarments. But with the evolution of screen printing and the birth of band merchandising, T-shirts became so much cooler. Now every band with an ounce of savvy knows the importance of T-shirts not only as a lucrative sideline but also as a means of self- promotion and a way for fans to show their allegiance.The Art of the Band T-shirt is a visual history of ... Read more

$9.99 USD

ONCE,T-shirts were just unadorned undergarments. But with the evolution of screen printing and the birth of band merchandising, T-shirts became so much cooler. Now every band with an ounce of savvy knows the importance of T-shirts not only as a lucrative sideline but also as a means of self- promotion and a way for fans to show their allegiance.The Art of the Band T-shirt is a visual history of
... Read more
Making Books

A guide to creating hand-crafted books

by Simon Goode, Ira Yonemura ...

This is a modern, stylish and practical guide to the traditional craft of bookbinding, written by the founders of the London Centre for Book Arts, a destination workshop space that attracts visitors from all over the world.Accessible enough for complete beginners, while full of inspiration for those with more experience, this is the ultimate guide to making beautiful books by hand. Starting with ... Read more

$22.49 USD

This is a modern, stylish and practical guide to the traditional craft of bookbinding, written by the founders of the London Centre for Book Arts, a destination workshop space that attracts visitors from all over the world.Accessible enough for complete beginners, while full of inspiration for those with more experience, this is the ultimate guide to making beautiful books by hand. Starting with
... Read more
Picasso

by Jp. A. Calosse ...

Picasso was born a Spaniard and, so they say, began to draw before he could speak. As an infant he was instinctively attracted to artist’s tools. In early childhood he could spend hours in happy concentration drawing spirals with a sense and meaning known only to himself. At other times, shunning children’s games, he traced his first pictures in the sand. This early self-expression held out ... Read more

$7.19 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Picasso was born a Spaniard and, so they say, began to draw before he could speak. As an infant he was instinctively attracted to artist’s tools. In early childhood he could spend hours in happy concentration drawing spirals with a sense and meaning known only to himself. At other times, shunning children’s games, he traced his first pictures in the sand. This early self-expression held out
... Read more
Falling into Autumn

part of a beautiful new series from beloved illustrator and print-maker Angela Harding

by Angela Harding ...

'My encounters with nature are very personal. I am inspired by watching jays gathering acorns and hearing owls hooting.''In the shady parts of my garden, ferns grow. In the springtime, the ferns unfurl their tight, rounded, bundled leaves into rich green fingers. By the autumn, these same leaves are starting to go brown at the edges. This seems to be at the same time that the swallows gather to ... Read more

$7.99 USD

'My encounters with nature are very personal. I am inspired by watching jays gathering acorns and hearing owls hooting.''In the shady parts of my garden, ferns grow. In the springtime, the ferns unfurl their tight, rounded, bundled leaves into rich green fingers. By the autumn, these same leaves are starting to go brown at the edges. This seems to be at the same time that the swallows gather to
... Read more
Hokusai

by Edmond de Goncourt ...

Without a doubt, Katsushika Hokusai is the most famous Japanese artist since the middle of the nineteenth century whose art is known to the Western world. Reflecting the artistic expression of an isolated civilisation, the works of Hokusai - one of the first Japanese artists to emerge in Europe - greatly influenced the Impressionist and Post-Impressionist painters, such as Vincent van Gogh. ... Read more

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Without a doubt, Katsushika Hokusai is the most famous Japanese artist since the middle of the nineteenth century whose art is known to the Western world. Reflecting the artistic expression of an isolated civilisation, the works of Hokusai - one of the first Japanese artists to emerge in Europe - greatly influenced the Impressionist and Post-Impressionist painters, such as Vincent van Gogh.
... Read more
Katsushika Hokusai and artworks

by C.J. Holmes ...

Without a doubt, Katsushika Hokusai is the most famous Japanese artist since the middle of the nineteenth century whose art is known to the Western world. Reflecting the artistic expression of an isolated civilisation, the works of Hokusai - one of the first Japanese artists to emerge in Europe - greatly influenced the Impressionist and Post-Impressionist painters, such as Vincent van Gogh. ... Read more

$11.59 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Without a doubt, Katsushika Hokusai is the most famous Japanese artist since the middle of the nineteenth century whose art is known to the Western world. Reflecting the artistic expression of an isolated civilisation, the works of Hokusai - one of the first Japanese artists to emerge in Europe - greatly influenced the Impressionist and Post-Impressionist painters, such as Vincent van Gogh.
... Read more
Japanese Woodblock Print Workshop

A Modern Guide to the Ancient Art of Mokuhanga

by April Vollmer ...

An inspirational how-to course on Japanese woodblock printing's history and techniques, with guidance on materials and studio practices, step-by-step demonstrations, and examples of finished works by modern masters of the medium as well as historic pieces.A Modern Guide to the Ancient Art of mokuhangaAn increasingly popular yet age-old art form, Japanese woodblock printing (mokuhanga) is embraced ... Read more

$10.99 USD

An inspirational how-to course on Japanese woodblock printing's history and techniques, with guidance on materials and studio practices, step-by-step demonstrations, and examples of finished works by modern masters of the medium as well as historic pieces.A Modern Guide to the Ancient Art of mokuhangaAn increasingly popular yet age-old art form, Japanese woodblock printing (mokuhanga) is embraced
... Read more
Bookplates - The Art of This Century

An Introduction to Contemporary Marks of Ownership

by James P. Keenan, Patricia Garcia ...

BOOKPLATES: THE ART OF THIS CENTURY is a new annual directory of the world's top artists, engravers, and printmakers. The bookplate or "ex libris" is a personal mark of ownership that has been used by individuals and libraries for over 5.5 centuries. The bookplate is a label that shows pride in a collection of books. ----Since the 15th century books have been in print and bookplates have been used ... Read more

$18.99 USD

BOOKPLATES: THE ART OF THIS CENTURY is a new annual directory of the world's top artists, engravers, and printmakers. The bookplate or "ex libris" is a personal mark of ownership that has been used by individuals and libraries for over 5.5 centuries. The bookplate is a label that shows pride in a collection of books. ----Since the 15th century books have been in print and bookplates have been used
... Read more
Spring Unfurled

part of a beautiful seasonal quartet from beloved illustrator and print-maker Angela Harding

by Angela Harding ...

'Spring, at all its stages, has an energy that engages us with the outside world.''Seasonal change has always been a great inspiration for my artwork. I love the changing light that brings new colours and smells. The seasons are nature's clock, bringing birds from distant shores to nest and breed in our gardens. So it is hard to say exactly when one season stops and the other begins; the changes ... Read more

$3.99 USD

'Spring, at all its stages, has an energy that engages us with the outside world.''Seasonal change has always been a great inspiration for my artwork. I love the changing light that brings new colours and smells. The seasons are nature's clock, bringing birds from distant shores to nest and breed in our gardens. So it is hard to say exactly when one season stops and the other begins; the changes
... Read more
The Gelli Arts® Printmaker's Handbook

Exploring Color, Image Transfers, and Layering Techniques for Creating Art with Gel Plates

by Jessica Russo Scherr ...

The ultimate guide to creating gorgeous mixed-media art with gel plates!Gel plate printing is an approachable new way of making creative mono prints without a press. Using the flexible printing plates, artists can use paints, inks, stencils, and different textures to create mixed-media prints. Now, noted artist and instructor Jessica Russo Scherr shares her groundbreaking secrets for bringing ... Read more

$19.99 USD

The ultimate guide to creating gorgeous mixed-media art with gel plates!Gel plate printing is an approachable new way of making creative mono prints without a press. Using the flexible printing plates, artists can use paints, inks, stencils, and different textures to create mixed-media prints. Now, noted artist and instructor Jessica Russo Scherr shares her groundbreaking secrets for bringing
... Read more
Cricut 10 Books in 1 User Guide

The Essential Guide to Master your Cricut Crafting Skills with all Cricut Machines, Design Space, Profitable Project Ideas for Beginners, Materials & Tools with Easy Step-by-Step Instructions and FAQs

by Valerie D. Hering ...

Series series Cricut for Beginners
The ultimate must-have 10 in 1 Bundle to mastering Cricut Crafting from Beginner to Pro!Have you been searching for that one guide to jumpstart your Cricut Crafting hobby or business? Do you want a well-researched guide to the latest Cricut devices on the market (Cricut Maker 3 and Cricut Explore 3) to make the most of your DIY skills?I bet you answer yes to all the above questions! With your ... Read more

$7.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The ultimate must-have 10 in 1 Bundle to mastering Cricut Crafting from Beginner to Pro!Have you been searching for that one guide to jumpstart your Cricut Crafting hobby or business? Do you want a well-researched guide to the latest Cricut devices on the market (Cricut Maker 3 and Cricut Explore 3) to make the most of your DIY skills?I bet you answer yes to all the above questions! With your
... Read more
The Woodcut Artist's Handbook

Techniques and Tools for Relief Printmaking

by George Walker ...

Praise for the first edition:"An indispensable guide for those who make art out of the contrast between light and dark. And, it's a sheer pleasure for everyone else, thanks to its many wonderful illustrations."-- Artsforum"Walker's instruction is so clear and well organized that this handbook is perfect for the beginner."-- American ArtistThe history of woodcuts goes back more than a thousand ... Read more

$8.69 USD

Praise for the first edition:"An indispensable guide for those who make art out of the contrast between light and dark. And, it's a sheer pleasure for everyone else, thanks to its many wonderful illustrations."-- Artsforum"Walker's instruction is so clear and well organized that this handbook is perfect for the beginner."-- American ArtistThe history of woodcuts goes back more than a thousand
... Read more
Summer's Hum

part of a beautiful new series from beloved illustrator and print-maker Angela Harding

by Angela Harding ...

'The wildflower bank outside my window hums and buzzes. At midday, the summer sun spreads the perfume of roses and honeysuckle to every corner.'***'*Summer is a time of changing colours and changing light. It is when the sharp acid green of spring growth deepens and darkens. Lengthening days and stronger light bring change to our garden; it is transformed into a tapestry of colour. The wildflower ... Read more

$3.99 USD

'The wildflower bank outside my window hums and buzzes. At midday, the summer sun spreads the perfume of roses and honeysuckle to every corner.'***'*Summer is a time of changing colours and changing light. It is when the sharp acid green of spring growth deepens and darkens. Lengthening days and stronger light bring change to our garden; it is transformed into a tapestry of colour. The wildflower
... Read more
Pastel Innovations

60+ Creative Techniques and Exercises for Painting with Pastels

by Dawn Emerson ...

Pastel Painting Techniques That Are Revolutionary, Fun and Easy!Designed for beginners considering using pastel for the first time, for experienced artists who may feel uninspired, and for anyone in between, the skills you will gain with Pastel Innovations, will help you build confidence and open your world so you can paint what CAN BE, not just what you THINK is.Explore the unique joys of pastel ... Read more

$11.99 USD

Pastel Painting Techniques That Are Revolutionary, Fun and Easy!Designed for beginners considering using pastel for the first time, for experienced artists who may feel uninspired, and for anyone in between, the skills you will gain with Pastel Innovations, will help you build confidence and open your world so you can paint what CAN BE, not just what you THINK is.Explore the unique joys of pastel
... Read more

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