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Arcimboldo
Andre Pieyre De Mandiargues · Outlet; 1st U.S. Edition edition
Format: Hardcover
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Arcimboldo, a 16th century Italian artist [working in Vienna and Prague] is an artist with an indisputable claim, he single mindedly pursued his invention, the so-termed composite head, applying it to numerous and varied subjects. Apt and witty combinations of animals, fish, fruit, vegetables,... |
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Polaroid: The Complete Guide to Experimental Instant Photography
Rhiannon Adam · Thames & Hudson
Pages: 272
Format: Hardcover
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A complete, intuitive, step-by-step guide to experimental instant photography techniques and the manipulation of Polaroid prints and camerasThe cult of Polaroid photography has ignited the imaginations of photographers across all generations. The immense popularity of recent digital applications... |
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Drawing
Christine Allison · GMC Publications
Pages: 95
Format: Paperback
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Drawing is not only a relaxing and enjoyable pastime, but also one of the original mindfulness techniques, being a great way to be in the moment and observe your surroundings. Despite the common assumption that the ability to draw is a skill you either possess or you don't, it can be readily... |
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The Speedlight Studio: Professional Portraits with Portable Flash
Michael Mowbray · Amherst Media
Format: Paperback
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In this book, Michael Mowbray shows readers how to set up a completely speedlight-based portrait photography studio. He goes in depth regarding gear and techniques, providing photographers with scores of example portraits and lighting diagrams to make it easy to follow along and replicate... |
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DogTown: The Legend of the Z-Boys
C. R. Stecyk III · Akashic Books
Pages: 256
Format: Hardcover
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The bigger, newly designed edition of an iconic skateboarding book, including additional never-before-seen Glen E. Friedman photos and a new C.R. Stecyk III postscript."Veteran skateboard journalist Stecyk and photographer Friedman present a tome of eye-catching images of and articles... |
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Aircraft: The Definitive Visual History
Dorling Kindersley Inc. · DK
Pages: 320
Format: Hardcover
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From the first prototypes of flying machines to today's supersonic jets, the history and roles of aircraft are explored in this beautifully illustrated guide. Aviation enthusiasts of all stripes and ages will welcome learning more about key brands and big players from yesterday and today... |
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Techniques in American Folk Decoration
Jean Lipman · Dover Publications
Pages: 163
Format: Paperback
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This book of early American folk decorations will be welcomed by the home decorator looking for a new source of design ideas. It features a wide variety of figures and motifs -- including hex signs, stylized birds and animals; fruit, floral, and leaf patterns; depictions of angels, mermaids,... |
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Louis Armstrong, Master of Modernism
Thomas David Brothers · W.W. Norton & Company
Pages: 594
Format: Hardcover
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The definitive account of Louis Armstrong -- his life and legacy -- during the most creative period of his career. Nearly 100 years after bursting onto Chicago's music scene under the tutelage of Joe "King" Oliver, Louis Armstrong is recognized as one of the most influential artists... |
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Blood, Sweat, and My Rock 'n' Roll Years: Is Steve Katz a Rock Star?
Steve Katz · Lyons Press
Format: Hardcover
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On paper Steve Katzs career rivals anyones except the 1960s and 70s biggest stars the Monterey Pop Festival with the legendary Blues Project, Woodstock with Blood, Sweat Tears, and even producing rocks most celebrated speed addict, Lou Reed. There were world tours, and his résumé screams... |
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