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Gehend
(Hardcover)
Peter Eleey, Yukio Lippit, Christina Vegh
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R1,345
Discovery Miles 13 450
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Bring your manga to life with awesome action, powerful poses, body
basics: IT'S ALL HERE! Learn the essentials of manga drawing from
professional Japanese illustrators, and let them show you how to
tell better stories with your manga art. Start with anatomy and
body structure to create compelling characters in a few simple
head-to-toe steps. Then it's time to build your world and tell your
story. With this all-in-one guide, your characters, drawing, and
storytelling abilities will quickly soar! In this book you'll learn
not only the basics, but the insider tips and secrets only the
professionals know. You'll also learn to avoid common pitfalls and
overcome obstacles that might otherwise lessen the impact of your
work and prevent you from becoming a successful artist! Here are
just some of the features of this practical handbook: A complete
art course in one volume--from anatomy and body structure to facial
features and expressions, clothing and accessories, action poses
and narrative techniques A guide to world-building and storytelling
in the authentic Japanese manga style Two professional Japanese
illustrators share their expertise in figure drawing and
composition as well as two- and three-dimensional design and
perspective Hundreds of dynamic examples and tips show you how to
master the details that make a difference and the effects that can
elevate your work to another level Over 1,000 color illustrations
help to guide you on your path to becoming a better artist! Drawing
Manga gives you the tips and tools you need to develop your skills
and tell the stories you want to tell effectively-- just like the
pros! *Recommended for artists 16 & up*
This richly diverse exploration of female artists and
self-portraits is a brilliant and poignant demonstration of
originality in works of haunting variety. The two earliest
self-portraits come from 12th-century illuminated manuscripts in
which nuns gaze at us across eight centuries. In 16th-century
Italy, Sofonisba Anguissola paints one of the longest series of
self-portraits, spanning adolescence to old age. In 17th-century
Holland, Judith Leyster shows herself at the easel as a relaxed,
self-assured professional. In the 18th century, artists from
Elisabeth Vigee-Lebrun to Angelica Kauffman express both passion
for their craft and the idea of femininity; and in the 19th the
salons and art schools at last open their doors to a host of
talented women artists, including Berthe Morisot, ushering in a new
and resonant self-confidence. The modern period demolishes taboos:
Alice Neel painting herself nude at eighty, Frida Kahlo rendering
physical pain, Cindy Sherman exploring identity, Marlene Dumas
dispensing with all boundaries. The full verve of Frances
Borzello's enthralling text, and the hypnotic intensity of the
accompanying self-portraits, is revealed to the full in this
inspiring book.
"[...] this is a book to pick up and dream about having a dragon
curled up on your lap by the fire in these winter nights." -
SFcrowsnest Anne Stokes is a phenomenally popular artist in the
field of gothic and magical fantasy, with fans all over the world.
Her roots in design and illustration have led to supremely
well-crafted paintings that have been licensed for use on all
manner of merchandise and her followers eagerly await each new
piece. This long-overdue book showcases Anne's oeuvre in all its
glory, accompanied by illuminating text about Anne and her
inspirations, techniques and processes. The book is divided into
thematic sections covering the full range of subjects that she has
portrayed: her early work (like that for Dungeons & Dragons),
the dark and the gothic, dragons, unicorns, fairies, mermaids and
all that is mystical and magical. From the dark allure of Summon
the Reaper to the opalescent beauty of Stargazer, this is a real
treat for all fans and anyone who loves fantasy and stunning art in
general.
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The Collar
(Hardcover)
Sue Sorensen; Foreword by William H Willimon
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R1,713
R1,330
Discovery Miles 13 300
Save R383 (22%)
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This is one of a series of workbooks based on bestselling IMPACT
topics--dragons, manga, fantasy art, funny faces--that gives
artists space to create, as well as an encouraging 50-60 pages of
instruction, including an introduction and enjoyable insights that
show the working processes of top authors like William O?Connor,
Stephanie Pui-Mun Law, Irene Flores, Tom Kidd and more. This series
is in the most popular trim size for sketchbooks, also our standard
trim size, that is big enough to draw on freely yet small enough to
easily carry in a backpack.
Leonardo Da Vinci is considered to be one of the greatest painters
of all time and perhaps the most diversely talented person ever to
have lived, responsible for the Mona Lisa, The Last Supper, The
Madonna of the Carnation and Vitruvian Man. Leonardo was an Italian
Renaissance polymath: painter, sculptor, architect, musician,
scientist, mathematician, engineer, inventor, anatomist, geologist,
cartographer, botanist, and writer, and this captivating book
provides the reader with a unique insight into the life and work of
one of history's most intriguing figures. All of Leonardo Da
Vinci's work is presented in this compact volume - from his
paintings and frescos, to detailed reproductions of his remarkable
encrypted notebooks. As well as featuring each individual artwork,
sections of each are shown in isolation to reveal incredible
details - for example, the different levels of perspective between
the background sections of the Mona Lisa, and the disembodied hand
in The Last Supper. 640 pages of colour artworks and photographs of
Da Vinci's original notebooks, accompanied by fascinating
biographical and historical details are here.
Take your plein air artwork to the next level through
easy-to-understand workshop-style lessons and skill-building
exercises. In Plein Air Techniques for Artists, award-winning
artist and respected workshop instructor Aimee Erickson demystifies
how to capture a variety of light effects and guides you in
strengthening your plein air skills through practice. This
accessible book covers: Materials and gear. Gain a basic knowledge
of the possibilities so you can keep your options open and your
plein air process fresh. Composition and value. Explore the impact
of proportion, color, value, line, edges, shape, and texture.
Color. Consider how knowledge and intention, your color palette,
and what you see-your perspective-take turns being in charge of the
color game, inventing rules and finding solutions. Light effects.
Learn how conditions of the day-how much light there is, and
whether it's soft, diffuse, golden, harsh, pale, or dusky-affect
everything we see and how we paint. Design and the visual idea.
Discover strategies for developing a visual idea, from creating
serial studies to working with a camera to improvisation. Featuring
exceptional still lifes, figures, and landscapes by other noted
artists working in a range of mediums, Plein Air Techniques for
Artists gives artists at all levels of experience the guidance they
need to grow as a plein air artist. The For Artists series expertly
guides and instructs artists at all skill levels who want to
develop their classical drawing and painting skills and create
realistic and representational art.
Vanguard follows last year's hit Fantastic Paintings of Frazetta
book by J. David Spurlock with definitive reference on Frazetta
Book Cover Art. Frazetta is the revolutionary fantasy artist of
Conan, King Kong, Death Dealer, Edgar Rice Burroughs, Lord of The
Rings and more, whose original art sells for millions. This new
2022 Frazetta book follows last year's hit, Fantastic Paintings of
Frazetta and is similar to Vanguard's earlier Frazetta Definitive
Reference book. But, it is superior in at least one regard. Instead
of cataloging Frazetta items with mostly smaller illustrations,
this new book is devoted solely to the artist's single, most
beloved venue, Book Cover Art. By focusing on this specific area,
the book boasts room enough to feature every single one of
Frazetta's famous and highly collectable illustrated book covers,
beautifully and authentically reproduced at a larger size on a page
to itself. All are presented in chronological order which, gives
readers a unique ability to follow Frazetta's evolution as an
artist. Accompanying text includes commentary, original publication
titles, publishers, dates, and rare quotes from the artist himself.
For this Definitive Reference to feature the Complete Collection of
Frazetta's decades of book cover illustrations, in a single
beautifully produced volume, is a dream come true for Frazetta
fans, art and book collectors and historians alike.
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Laura Knight
(Hardcover)
Alice Strickland; Series edited by Katy Norris; Edited by Rebeka Cohen; Designed by Clare Skeats
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R305
Discovery Miles 3 050
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Learn to draw all kinds of cute cats doing all sorts of silly
things through 75 step-by-step tutorials. In Kawaii Kitties,
popular Instagram artist Bichi Mao (@bichi.mao) perfectly captures
cats' different attitudes, while playing, sleeping, eating,
stretching, exploring, being loving, wearing cute costumes, and
much more! Along with the tutorials, Bichi Mao shares: An
introduction to the kawaii art aesthetic Suggestions for drawing
tools Tips and tricks for drawing and coloring your cats A facial
expression directory Coloring pages swarming with kitties for you
to decorate So, get ready to purrfect your drawing skills, as well
as be inspired to create your own kitty characters or illustrate
the daily activities of your favorite pet. Learn how to draw even
more cute things with these other fun books in the Kawaii Doodle
series: Kawaii Doodle Class, Kawaii Doodle Cuties, Mini Kawaii
Doodle Class, Mini Kawaii Doodle Cuties, and Kawaii Doodle World.
The third title in Christopher Hart's bestselling Master Guide to
Drawing Anime series is essential for all anime artists who want to
fine-tune their skills. This is the guide that all anime and manga
artists--of any level--need! Chris Hart delves deep into the
specifics of drawing anime characters and scenes and explores every
aspect of anime forms. He reveals his secrets for composing a
complete picture, and discusses rarely covered topics. Entirely new
tutorials include instruction on drawing hands and feet in
different gestures or positions, arranging characters within the
action, and creating nuanced expressions. Fans of The Master Guide
books will find this title to be invaluable in strengthening their
drawing skills, while newcomers will see this as a perfect
introduction to the series.
A captivating and definitive account of the final days of Van
Gogh's life and the incredible story of what followed. Divided into
three parts, the book first examines the eventful days from the
artists' departure from the asylum in Saint-Remy and arrival in
Auvers until the shooting which brought his life to an end. During
this time Van Gogh completed 70 paintings in 70 days. The second
part delves deeper into the story of the artist's death, which has
intrigued both experts and the public for years, revealing
little-known stories and uncovering overlooked accounts. We then
follow the story of how Van Gogh subsequently rose from relative
obscurity to international renown and ultimately fame as one of the
most recognisable and popular artists in the world. Leading Van
Gogh specialist Martin Bailey writes with insight and intelligence,
bringing these fateful days to life with colour and character as
well as historical expertise, capturing the real sense of a tragic
but meaningful life truly lived.
Sold in packs of 6. Gorgeous, foiled, handmade greeting cards,
blank inside and shrink-wrapped with a gold envelope. Themed with
our art calendars, foiled notebooks and illustrated art books. Our
greeting cards are printed on FSC paper and wrapped in
biodegradable cellobag, and are themed with our art calendars,
foiled notebooks and illustrated art books. Robert John Thornton's
New Illustration of the Sexual System of Carolus von Linnaeus
(1799-1807) was comprised of three parts: a dissertation on the
reproductive cycle of plants, an explanation of Linnaeus' plant
system, and 'The Temple of Flora'. This third and final part was
the most ambitious and has become instantly recognizable in its
sumptuous illustrations, such as Tulips, which is an engraving by
Richard Earlom after a painting by Philip Reinagle.
As his personal circumstances move in constant flux, Ai Weiwei
remains a cultural magnet. Renowned for his political activism and
social media activity almost as much as for his social
interventions, contemporary approach to the readymade, and
knowledge of Chinese traditional crafts, Ai's fame extends
throughout and beyond the art world. Drawn from TASCHEN's limited
Collector's Edition, this monograph explores each of Ai's career
phases up until his release from Chinese custody. It features
extensive visual material to trace Ai's development from his early
New York days right through to his recent practice. Focus moments
include his international breakthrough in the early 2000s, his
porcelain Sunflower Seeds at the Turbine Hall of the Tate Modern,
his response to the Sichuan earthquake of 2008, and his police
detention in 2011. With behind-the-scenes studio pictures,
production shots, and numerous statements derived from exclusive
interviews with Ai, we gain privileged access to the artist's
process, influences, and importance. The book includes texts from
Uli Sigg, Ai's longtime friend and former Swiss ambassador to China
and Roger M. Buergel, who curated the 2007 documenta and hosted the
artist's Fairytale piece. About the series TASCHEN is 40! Since we
started our work as cultural archaeologists in 1980, TASCHEN has
become synonymous with accessible publishing, helping bookworms
around the world curate their own library of art, anthropology, and
aphrodisia at an unbeatable price. Today we celebrate 40 years of
incredible books by staying true to our company credo. The 40
series presents new editions of some of the stars of our
program-now more compact, friendly in price, and still realized
with the same commitment to impeccable production.
ONE OF THE TIMES AND SUNDAY TIMES' BEST BOOKS FOR 2022 'Eye-opening
and full of surprises . . . A treasure' Sunday Times 'A biography
as rich with colourful characters as any novel' Telegraph John
Constable, the revolutionary nineteenth-century painter of the
landscapes and skies of southern England, is Britain's best-loved
but perhaps least understood artist. His paintings reflect visions
of landscape that shocked and perplexed his contemporaries:
attentive to detail, spontaneous in gesture, brave in their use of
colour. What we learn from his landscapes is that Constable had
sharp local knowledge of Suffolk, a clarity of expression of the
skyscapes above Hampstead, an understanding of the human tides in
London and Brighton, and a rare ability in his late paintings of
Salisbury Cathedral to transform silent suppressed passion into
paint. Yet Constable was also an active and energetic
correspondent. His letters and diaries - there are over one
thousand letters from and to him - reveal a man of passion, opinion
and discord, while his character and personality is concealed
behind the high shimmering colour of his paintings. They reveal too
the lives and circumstances of his brothers and his sisters, his
cousins and his aunts, who serve to define the social and economic
landscape against which he can be most clearly seen. These
multifaceted reflections draw a sharp picture of the person, as
well as the painter. James Hamilton's biography reveals a complex,
troubled man, and explodes previous mythologies about this timeless
artist, and establishes him in his proper context as a giant of
European art.
The extraordinary life story of the celebrated artist and writer,
as told through four decades of intimate letters to her beloved
mother Barbara Chase-Riboud has led a remarkable life. After
graduating from Yale's School of Design and Architecture, she moved
to Europe and spent decades traveling the world and living at the
center of artistic, literary, and political circles. She became a
renowned artist whose work is now in museum collections around the
world. Later, she also became an award-winning poet and bestselling
novelist. And along the way, she met many luminaries-from Henri
Cartier-Bresson, Salvador Dali, Alexander Calder, James Baldwin,
and Mao Zedong to Toni Morrison, Pierre Cardin, Jacqueline Kennedy
Onassis, and Josephine Baker. I Always Knew is an intimate and
vivid portrait of Chase-Riboud's life as told through the letters
she wrote to her mother, Vivian Mae, between 1957 and 1991. In
candid detail, Chase-Riboud tells her mother about her life in
Europe, her work as an artist, her romances, and her journeys
around the world, from Western and Eastern Europe to the Middle
East, Africa, the Soviet Union, China, and Mongolia. By turns
brilliant and naive, passionate and tender, poignant and funny,
these letters show Chase-Riboud in the process of becoming who she
is and who she might become. But what emerges most of all is the
powerful story of a unique and remarkable relationship between a
talented, ambitious, and courageous daughter and her adored mother.
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