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The Hippest Trip in America: Soul Train and the Evolution of Culture & Style
Nelson George · HarperCollins Publishers
Pages: 236
Format: Hardcover
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An authoritative history of the groundbreaking syndicated television show that has become an icon of American pop culture, from acclaimed author and filmmaker Nelson George, "the most accomplished black music critic of his generation" (Washington Post Book World).When it debuted... |
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Watercolor 365: Daily Tips, Tricks and Techniques
Leslie Redhead · North Light Books
Pages: 224
Format: Paperback
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A year's worth of tips, techniques, advice and more! Make watercolor a part of your daily life, turning every day into inspiration for your art. Designed to fit your life, Watercolor 365--the first watercolor book of its kind--provides a complete education in the medium, one bite-sized... |
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The Katrina Decade: Images of an Altered City
David G. Spielman · Historic New Orleans
Pages: 167
Format: Hardcover
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Published on the occasion of the 10-year anniversary of Hurricane Katrina'The great photographer David Spielman captured the essence of hope and despair in his powerful pictures of Katrina s devastation. But he never put his Leica down, because he knows that after ten years the recovery... |
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Manga Crash Course: Drawing Manga Characters and Scenes from Start to Finish
Mina "Mistiqarts" Petrovic · Impact
Pages: 128
Format: Print book
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Everything you need to start drawing manga!In the jam-packed pages of Manga Crash Course, popular YouTube artist Mina "Mistiqarts" Petrovic shares with you all the techniques you need to create not just manga figures and faces, but full characters and scenes. After learning the basics... |
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Georgia O'Keeffe: Visions of Hawai'i
Joanna L Groarke · Prestel
Pages: 144
Format: Hardcover
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This book explores Georgia O'Keeffe's love for Hawaii through more than 15 paintings inspired by the beautiful landscape.In 1939, Georgia O'Keeffe, who was among the most famous artists in the United States, accepted a commission from the Hawaiian Pineapple Company to produce... |
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5-Minute Plays for Teens
Lawrence Harbison · Applause Theatre & Cinema Books
Pages: 258
Format: Paperback
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(Applause Acting Series) . 5-Minute Plays for Teens is the latest collection from veteran editor Lawrence Harbison, a man who has...We know - we're already losing your attention. And that's okay! In keeping with the spirit of this book, we'll give it to you in five. 1.On... |
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World War II From Above: An Aerial View of the Global Conflict
Jeremy Harwood · Zenith Press
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In World War II From Above, historian Jeremy Harwood profiles the fascinating story, unknown to many, of the battle waged by Allies and Axis spies in the skies to obtain accurate aerial intelligence during World War II. This book features dozens of eye-catching aerial reconnaissance photographs... |
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Dancing Through It: My Journey in the Ballet
Jenifer Ringer · Viking
Format: Hardcover
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A behind-the-curtains look at the rarefied world of classical ballet from a principal dancer at the New York City BalletIn her charming and self-effacing voice, Jenifer Ringer covers the highs and lows of what it’s like to make it to the top in the exclusive, competitive ballet world.... |
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Bird on a Blade
Rosanne Cash · University of Texas Press
Pages: 116
Format: Hardcover
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With an iconic sound that transcends country, pop, rock, and blues, Rosanne Cash's voice and vision have captured American life for generations of fans. Over the same time span, internationally acclaimed artist Dan Rizzie has wowed collectors with his evocative paintings, prints, and collages.... |
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Yesterday's Tomorrow: Disney's Magical Mid-Century
DON HAHN · Disney Editions
Pages: 176
Format: Hardcover
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Yesterday's Tomorrow is a valentine to an era of optimism, relaxed lifestyle, and innovative design; a large-format, general audience book, illustrated with rarely seen art and photography of the mid-20th century reflecting the unique style that Walt Disney and his artists contributed... |
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Painting Without Paint: Landscapes with your tablet
Matthew Palmer · Search Press
Pages: 128
Format: Print book
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Popular and innovative artist Matthew Palmer's new book shows you just how easy it is to produce fantastic landscapes on your tablet. Using clear, no-nonsense instruction and plenty of helpful, practical advice, you will quickly learn everything you need, from preparing your colors to adding... |
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The Lost Art of Dress: The Women Who Once Made America Stylish
Linda Przybyszewski · Perseus Books Group
Pages: 347
Format: Hardcover
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As a glance down any street in America quickly reveals, American women have forgotten how to dress. We chase fads, choose inappropriate materials and unattractive cuts, and waste energy tottering in heels when we could be moving gracefully. Quite simply, we lack the fashion know-how we need... |
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Clementine Hunter: A Sketchbook
Mark Spitzer · UNO Press
Pages: 206
Format: eBook
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This sketchbook from 1945 by renowned Louisiana self-taught artist, Clementine Hunter, contains twenty-six previously unseen oil-on-paper sketches. These paintings were the first group of sketches ever made by her, and show a very personal and thoughtful depiction of Creole plantation life... |
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Mademoiselle: Coco Chanel and the Pulse of History
Rhonda K. Garelick · Random House
Format: Hardcover
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NATIONAL BESTSELLERCertain lives are at once so exceptional, and yet so in step with their historical moments, that they illuminate cultural forces far beyond the scope of a single person. Such is the case with Coco Chanel, whose life offers one of the most fascinating tales of the twentieth... |
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