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This unique book presents works that until now have only rarely
been seen, even in private collections. Paintings, drawings and
sculptures by well known outsider artists and new discoveries, all
of which express deeply personal interpretations of sexual desire
and activity. With texts by the world's leading academic experts in
this field, Raw Erotica presents an essential element in the rich
and varied world of outsider and self-taught art. With texts and
contributions from: * Colin Rhodes, Univ of Sydney, author of
Outsider Art: Spontanious Alternatives * Roger Cardinal, author of
the original book Outsider Art * Jenifer Borum, New York based
authority on self-taught art * Michale Bonesteel, Chicago based
writer and author of Henry Darger * Thomas Roske, Curator, The
Prinzhorn Collection, Heidelberg * Laurent Danchin, Paris author
and French authority on Art Brut * Francois Monin, editor of
Artension magazine, France.
The ideas of heaven and hell have sparked some of the most powerful
writings of all time. In this creative coupling of literature and
Scripture, classic writers such as T.S. Eliot, William Butler
Yeats, Charles Dickens and Emily Dickenson share their own
inspiring visions of immortality.
Doyle constructs communion ecclesiology as a broad and inclusive
category that makes room for a range of legitimate approaches. He
examines the approaches of Johann Adam Mohler, Charles Journet,
Henri de Lubac, Yves Congar, Karl Rahner, Hans Urs von Balthasar,
Elizabeth Johnson, Joseph Ratzinger and many others.
The Landscape Painter's Workbook is the definitive hands-on guide
to the time-honored techniques and essential elements of landscape
painting. Written by celebrated landscape artist, instructor, and
author Mitchell Albala, this richly informative and beautifully
illustrated volume leads you step by step through his approach to
the genre, from establishing a composition using basic shapes to
applying time-tested color strategies, with all-new lessons,
practical exercises, and special topics, including: The Complete
Color Strategy. What are the three aspects of color contrast that
guide a painting's strategy? Notan. Explore this special type of
compositional study, which identifies the underlying shapes and
patterns of a composition. Picture Formats. How does the picture
format-horizontal, vertical, or square-affect the composition? What
are the pros and cons of each? Color Grouping. A full chapter
details this special practice, which helps maintain harmony by
organizing colors into a limited number of groups. Composition. An
in-depth review of variation, movement, and active negative space,
with illustrations that diagram the action in each example.
Workshop Exercises. Instead of demonstrations that show how the
author paints, The Landscape Painter's Workbook includes 10
skill-building workshop exercises to help you work through
essential lessons on your own. With examples of work by 45
contemporary landscape painters-more than 80 paintings in all- in
oil, acrylic, pastel, and watercolor, the lessons are suitable for
all mediums. Each painting is thoroughly analyzed in terms of
shape, composition, or color, with supporting diagrams, thumbnails,
and photographs. The Landscape Painter's Workbook inspires and
informs all artists, from aspiring to accomplished, on how to
successfully portray the majesty and subtlety of the natural world.
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.
Includes all of the pupil book plus additional instructions on each
lesson for the teacher. An outline of each lesson helps in
presenting the lesson. Answers to workbook exercises are included.
Degas was a celebrity in Britain in his lifetime, thanks originally
to George Moore's pioneering essay, The Painter of Modern Life.
When Degas died Moore reprised the essay with some further
recollections, in part as a riposte to the memoir published by
Degas's great admirer and follower, Walter Sickert. Sickert's
essay, sparkling, engaged, witty and occasionally combative, is
amongst the best of his writings. Together these memoirs represent
some of the most vivid responses to Impressionism in English - as
well as painting an intimate picture of arguably the most important
and most influential - and the most humane - of the painters of the
later 19th century. Hitherto difficult to find, these essays are
reprinted here with an introduction by Anna Gruetzner Robins and
are illustrated with 30 pages of colour plates covering the span of
Degas's dazzling career.
Where's Bob? On a mountaintop? In a wooded forest? Maybe a TV
studio? Find the world's favorite painting instructor in more than
a dozen unique settings within this original search-and-find
activity book. Where's Bob? includes 15 full-color illustrated
scenes to search for Bob Ross in sites reminiscent of his
paintings, such as at a riverbank, the seaside, or woods, as well
as settings inspired by the artist's life experiences, including a
TV studio and shopping mall. The book also invites you to find
items like Peapod the squirrel, Bob's paint palette, and his
paintbrush within the illustrations. Happy searching!
The fascination birds evoke in us continues unabated. Australian
artist and photographer Christian Spencer, living in the vicinity
of the Brazilian rainforest since 2001, has surrendered to it as
well. "The camera is my brush," is how he describes his style. His
photographs truly capture the poetry of nature, letting its beauty
speak for itself - which is why he forgoes any image editing. He
was the first to capture the breathtakingly fast beating of
hummingbirds' wings in the sunlight, which forms a rainbow in the
air. The world of birds unfolds before his lens in all its
colourful glory and elegance: in reflections on the water, between
blossoms and trees, and high above the treetops. Text in English
and German.
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. Based in Columbus,
Ohio, Jenny Zemanek is a lifelong lover of all things creative.
What started with happy scribbles at a young age grew into a
pursuit of photography and graphic design before she found a home
with illustration and hand-lettering. Jenny revels in the joys of
small decorative details, finding ways to add personality to her
work.
Ranunculus offers advice on how to care for and propagate these
colourful cultivated members of the buttercup family. Naomi Slade
explores a wide range of ranunculus species and cultivars, all
beautifully photographed by Georgianna Lane in their technicolour
glory from palest pink to deep burgundy via white, orange, red and
yellow. Pert as a rosebud and blousy as a dahlia, Ranunculus
asiaticus is the flower of the moment. From ancestors that grew
wild in the eastern Mediterranean, these Persian buttercups have
been bred and selected to create fully double blooms; with layers
of delicate, tissue-paper petals sculpted to perfection and
available in a range of colours to suit any occasion. The buttercup
family is a huge and diverse one, however, and the genus Ranunculus
contains not just these exotic florists' darlings, but a whole
range of their close relatives too. Some are familiar: when fields
and lawns are sprinkled with golden meadow buttercups, we can be
sure that spring has arrived. Yet there are also rare mountain
blooms, perched on crags and fed by the melting snow, and forms of
Ranunculus that thrive in pond margins or flourish in fast-flowing
streams. Naomi Slade explores the world of buttercups, from their
wild origins to their most successfully cultivated and most popular
forms. Some are easy to grow, some less so, and this book offers
tips and advice to help the reader embrace not just those near-wild
forms that lend themselves to naturalistic planting schemes, and
the exquisite, collectible alpines, but also the brilliant,
desirable, Persian buttercups that are so perfect for cutting and
arranging.
Russell Krabill's church membership study for young believers. This
pupil book is a workbook with 12 lessons for 12 weeks of work.
Instead of a catechism with questions and answers, Krabill has
interwoven Christian doctrine into the lessons. Included are
projects which put the new believer to work.
Award-winning illustrator Gabriel Campanario first introduced
his approach to drawing in "The Art of Urban Sketching," a showcase
of more than 500 sketches and drawing tips shared by more than 100
urban sketchers around the world. Now, he drills down into specific
challenges of making sketches on location, rain or shine, quickly
or slowly, and the most suitable techniques for every situation, in
"The Urban Sketching Handbook" series.
It's easy to overlook that ample variety of characters that walk
the streets everyday. From neighbors, dog walkers and shoppers to
dancers and joggers, the people that move through the cities and
towns are fascinating subjects to study and sketch. In "The Urban
Sketching Handbook: People and Motion" Gabriel lays out keys to
help make the experience of drawing humans and movements fun and
rewarding. Using composition, depth, scale, contrast, line and
creativity, sketching out citizens and the way they move has never
been more inspirational and entertaining. This guide will help you
to develop your own creative approach, no matter what your skill
level may be today. As much as "The Urban Sketching Handbook:
People and Motion" may inspire you to draw more individuals, it can
also help to increase your appreciation of the folks around you.
Drawing our postal workers, shopkeeps and neighbors, is a great way
to show your appreciation and creativity.
A visual feast of eclectic artwork informed and inspired by
spiritual beliefs, magical techniques, mythology and otherworldly
experiences. Mystical beliefs and practices have existed for
millennia, but why do we still chase the esoteric? From the
beginning of human creativity itself, image-makers have been drawn
to these unknown spheres and have created curious artworks that
transcend time and place - but what is it that attracts artists to
these magical realms? From theosophy and kabbalah, to the zodiac
and alchemy; spiritualism and ceremonial magic, to the elements and
sacred geometry - The Art of the Occult introduces major occult
themes and showcases the artists who have been influenced and led
by them. Discover the symbolic and mythical images of the
Pre-Raphaelites; the automatic drawing of Hilma af Klint and Madge
Gill; Leonora Carrington's surrealist interpretation of myth,
alchemy and kabbalah; and much more. Featuring prominent,
marginalised and little-known artists, The Art of the Occult
crosses mystical spheres in a bid to inspire and delight. Divided
into thematic chapters (The Cosmos, Higher Beings, Practitioners),
the book acts as an entertaining introduction to the art of
mysticism - with essays examining each practice and over 175
artworks to discover. The art of the occult has always existed in
the margins but inspired the masses, and this book will spark
curiosity in all fans of magic, mysticism and the mysterious.
Award-winning urban sketcher and best-selling author Stephanie
Bower presents a spectacular, all-new collection of sketchers and
their art from 39 countries in a city-to-city tour around the
world. The remarkable work of the vibrant, international urban
sketching community was first documented in The Art of Urban
Sketching by Gabriel Campanario. In the ten years since its
release, sketching on location has grown into nothing less than a
worldwide phenomenon. A visual feast of more than 700 images from
over 150 sketchers, The World of Urban Sketching unveils the latest
developments and innovations in the creative and rewarding pursuit
of on-location drawing and painting. New Artwork. Discover the
stunning and informative work of both established and emerging
urban sketchers, from Seattle to Santiago, from Singapore to
Sydney. New Techniques. Consider new styles and approaches in color
and linework, including digital, through artists' tips and
step-by-step demonstrations. New Stories. Learn what inspires
sketchers, even during a pandemic, and get invaluable insights into
creating artwork on location through artists' observations and
advice. Whether you draw during your travels or in your own
backyard, the beautiful work in The World of Urban Sketching will
expand your skills and inspire you to pick up a pencil and sketch
your world!
Temporary natural arrangements have captivated people across the
world. Readers will learn how a professional artist creates these
outdoor installations and get inspired to create their own with a
detailed look at the outdoor world of artist James Brunt. Brunt
makes art that works with the environment while not changing it or
having a permanent impact on the world in which he creates. Whether
on a beach or in the woods, playing and creating can lead to a
sense of calm and connection to nature. With a collection of new
and previously unseen works, Brunt combines imagery and words to
share how harnessing the power of nature helps us stay connected
and grounded in an increasingly fast-paced world. His Invitations
to Play ask readers to take some time out, go outside, immerse
yourself in natural surroundings, and explore their own creative
interactions, using natural materials like stones, leaves, wood,
and more in the environment in which they're found.
A FLAME TREE NOTEBOOK. Beautiful and luxurious the journals combine
high-quality production with magnificent art. Perfect as a gift,
and an essential personal choice for writers, notetakers,
travellers, students, poets and diarists. Features a wide range of
well-known and modern artists, with new artworks published
throughout the year. BEAUTIFULLY DESIGNED. The highly crafted
covers are printed on foil paper, embossed then foil stamped,
complemented by the luxury binding and rose red end-papers. The
covers are created by our artists and designers who spend many
hours transforming original artwork into gorgeous 3d masterpieces
that feel good in the hand, and look wonderful on a desk or table.
PRACTICAL, EASY TO USE. Flame Tree Notebooks come with practical
features too: a pocket at the back for scraps and receipts; two
ribbon markers to help keep track of more than just a to-do list
and robust ivory text paper. THE ARTIST. Renowned Austrian artist
Gustav Klimt is well known for his richly decorative commissioned
portraits and murals. The Kiss is a prime example of Klimt's
'Golden Phase', in which he began to feature especially sumptuous
ornamentation on a regular basis in his paintings. The couple in
this artwork represent the mystical union of spiritual and erotic
love, and the connection of life and the universe. THE FINAL WORD.
As William Morris said, "Have nothing in your houses that you do
not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful."
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.
What would an animal look like if it were a human? The question is
actually a contradiction in terms, and Tein Lucasson's answer is as
humorous as it is creative. With digital photo technology, he
combines pet portraits with human poses, celebrating each animal's
unique personality, while drawing on his passion for costume and
art history. Open up Animal and discover a raccoon sporting a
sailor's suit, an aristocratic pig enthroned above a roulette
table, and a giraffe grinning in its thick wool sweater. Text in
English, German, and Italian.
As the book's provocative title indicates, a woman reading was once
viewed as radical. In chapters - such as: Intimate Moments and The
Search for Oneself - Bollmann profiles how a woman with a book was
once seen as idle or suspect and how women have gained autonomy
through reading over the years. Bollmann offers intelligent and
engaging commentary on each work of art in Women Who Read Are
Dangerous, telling us who the subject is, her relationship to the
artist, and even what she is reading. With works ranging from a
1333 Annunciation painting of the angel Gabriel speaking to the
Virgin Mary, book in hand, to 20th-century works, such as a
stunning photograph of Marilyn Monroe reading Ulysses, this
appealing survey provides a veritable slideshow of the many
iterations of a woman and her book; a compelling subject to this
day. An excellent gift for graduates, teachers, or Mother's Day,
this elegant book should appeal to anyone interested in art,
literature, or women's history.
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