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Kurt Jackson - Painting-Sea-Sky-Light-Land-Cornwall (Hardcover, 2nd Revised edition): Jeremy Mark Robinson Kurt Jackson - Painting-Sea-Sky-Light-Land-Cornwall (Hardcover, 2nd Revised edition)
Jeremy Mark Robinson
R912 Discovery Miles 9 120 Ships in 10 - 17 working days

KURT JACKSON

A new book about the British landscape painter Kurt Jackson (b. 1961).

This new hardback edition includes many new illustrations. including photographs taken for this new edition. The text has been completely updated.

EXTRACT FROM CHAPTER 4:

One of Kurt Jackson s appealing concepts is that the ocean is one of the last true wildernesses left on the planet. It s an idea that I found very interesting when he explained it to me when we first met in St Just. I took it that he meant a spiritual as well as an ecological or natural wilderness. Jackson s art can thus be seen as an art that is the border region between humanity and nature, between culture and nature, as well as literally tackling that area the coast which is neither land nor sea.

Note that Kurt Jackson is always facing outwards from the land, and looking towards the ocean, not painting with his back to the sea, and looking towards the land (and notice that the many boats and ships and helicopters and such in this area are left out of the paintings, too).

So Jackson s Porth series, about Priest Cove, and all of his sea paintings, are very important in his art in articulating this idea of the ocean as the last wilderness. Have you ever wondered what s out there? is a question that Kurt Jackson asks (it s the title of one of his major paintings, too the centrepiece of the Porth series).

Jackson has repeated the question over a number of related works: the title of two 2004 pieces is The Last Wilderness In Western Europe? This was painted on Jura (in Scotland), and both pictures are consciously emptied of human marks just empty moorland and a delicate blue sky. An earlier picture, part of the Cape series, was entitled Do You Ever Wonder What s Out There? (1999) an unusual composition in the Jackson oeuvre which puts the horizon very high, and focusses on the dark blue ocean flecked with white spray.

Kurt Jackson isn t that interested in many of the connotations of the ocean the moon, time, goddesses, rebirth (though moons do appear in his art from time to time). He s not really interested in religious or pagan or magical symbols in that way. And he s not that interested in shipping, fishing, and all things maritime, like J.M.W. Turner was.

But when Jackson asks a question like have you ever wondered what s out there?, and considers the sea as one of the last wildernesses, that alters the interpretation of his sea paintings. It doesn t apply to all of them, though: in plenty of paintings (and not only the smaller or more modest ones), Jackson is not thinking in terms of big themes. But when he titles a painting Have You Ever Wondered What s Out There? (and writes the title in big letters across the painting), it s clearly intended to resonate in the viewer at a deeper level.

Foster Caddell's Keys to Successful Landscape Painting - (New Edition) (Hardcover, Reprint ed.): Foster Caddell Foster Caddell's Keys to Successful Landscape Painting - (New Edition) (Hardcover, Reprint ed.)
Foster Caddell
R1,225 Discovery Miles 12 250 Ships in 10 - 17 working days
Lynette Charters The Missing Women Series (Hardcover): Lynette Charters Lynette Charters The Missing Women Series (Hardcover)
Lynette Charters; Photographs by John Serembe
R1,009 Discovery Miles 10 090 Ships in 10 - 17 working days
Practical Instructions in Enamel Painting on Glass, China, Tiles, Etc., - to Which is Added Full Instructions for the... Practical Instructions in Enamel Painting on Glass, China, Tiles, Etc., - to Which is Added Full Instructions for the Manufacture of the Vitreous Pigments Required, With Twelve Pages of Instructions (Hardcover)
Henry James Snell
R769 Discovery Miles 7 690 Ships in 10 - 17 working days
A GIFT - from artists, poets and photographers (under 13) (Paperback): Julian Rothenstein A GIFT - from artists, poets and photographers (under 13) (Paperback)
Julian Rothenstein
R369 Discovery Miles 3 690 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Painting Nature's Details in Watercolor (Hardcover, Reprint ed.): Cathy A Johnson Painting Nature's Details in Watercolor (Hardcover, Reprint ed.)
Cathy A Johnson
R1,090 Discovery Miles 10 900 Ships in 10 - 17 working days
Four Artists of the Stieglitz Circle - A Sourcebook on Arthur Dove, Marsden Hartley, John Marin, and Max Weber (Hardcover,... Four Artists of the Stieglitz Circle - A Sourcebook on Arthur Dove, Marsden Hartley, John Marin, and Max Weber (Hardcover, Annotated Ed)
R.Scott Harnsberger
R2,281 Discovery Miles 22 810 Ships in 10 - 17 working days

Providing a detailed annotated bibliography and research guide to the Stieglitz Circle and four of its leading members--Arthur Dove, Marsden Hartley, John Marin, and Max Weber--this new sourcebook offers a chapter on each of the four artists. Complete with biographical essay and guides to writings, statements, correspondence, books, articles, reviews, reference sources, and archival sources, each artist's chapter gives the researcher an exhaustive catalogue of relevant material.

The only such annotated sourcebook currently available on the Stieglitz Circle, R. Scott Harnsberger's work offers lists of annotated reproductions of each artist's works, keyed to over 600 source volumes not mentioned elsewhere in the volume, including catalogues of museums, galleries, private collections, thematic exhibitions, and auction firms.

Frank Ordaz - The Land Iconic (Hardcover): Frank Ordaz Frank Ordaz - The Land Iconic (Hardcover)
Frank Ordaz; Edited by Anthony Thaxton
R1,083 Discovery Miles 10 830 Ships in 10 - 17 working days
The Guide to Flower Painting in Water Colours - With Illustrations (Hardcover): George F (George Frederic) Rosenberg The Guide to Flower Painting in Water Colours - With Illustrations (Hardcover)
George F (George Frederic) Rosenberg
R733 Discovery Miles 7 330 Ships in 10 - 17 working days
Painting Happiness - Creativity with Watercolors (Paperback): Terry Runyan Painting Happiness - Creativity with Watercolors (Paperback)
Terry Runyan; Illustrated by Terry Runyan
R371 Discovery Miles 3 710 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Combat stress and anxiety and release your own inner creative with this beautiful mindful watercolour book. In this simple and vibrant guide, hugely popular Instagram muse @TerryRunyan explores the art of watercolour through the lens of mindfulness, presenting activities and projects which you can paint along with as you allow your creative side to flourish. This watercolour guide is easy and accessible for beginners, as Runyan gently delves into the basics of the artform, starting with simple techniques which you can follow along with, as well as presenting some fun projects ideas for painters to explore. Alongside beautiful examples of the techniques and styles explored in the book, Runyan also encourages readers to practice mindfulness as they paint, and explores the ways in which art can be used to help improve mental health. Exploring the idea of 'perfectly imperfect watercolours', Runyan places emphasis on self-expression and allowing yourself to make mistakes. Painting Happiness also includes fun projects for readers to try at home, including: Turning blobs into birds Creating wild hairstyles Experimenting with different prompts to paint at least one thing a day From technical skills and notes on materials to insight into the creative process, this book has everything you need to start flourishing in watercolour.

Van Gogh: Vase with Sunflowers Bookmarks (pack of 10) (Bookmark, Pack of 10): Flame Tree Studio Van Gogh: Vase with Sunflowers Bookmarks (pack of 10) (Bookmark, Pack of 10)
Flame Tree Studio
R364 Discovery Miles 3 640 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Keep the page in your book with this gorgeous pack of 10 foiled bookmarks, printed on both sides, with a silky ribbon and featuring artwork by Vincent van Gogh. Van Gogh painted a series of pictures depicting sunflowers, having first been inspired by the yellow flowers in Paris when he saw them growing in the gardens of Montmartre. Sunflowers were symbolic of life and hope to the artist, and could also be associated with his concept of the sun - glowing, yellow and hopeful.

Rescue Dogs (Hardcover): Sally Muir Rescue Dogs (Hardcover)
Sally Muir
R425 R385 Discovery Miles 3 850 Save R40 (9%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Following the success of A Dog a Day and Old Dogs, Sally Muir returns with an adorable collection of beautiful rescue dog portraits that will melt even the coldest of hearts. Several years ago, Sally Muir began a Facebook project, posting dog art daily, which became the best-selling book A Dog a Day. Through the project she was introduced to endless people and their dogs, and the distinct personalities and complex emotions that owners attribute to them. This was followed with Old Dogs, where Sally asked the public to send in photos of their elderly canines. She was drawn to the tales behind their greying whiskers and so the natural next step was rescue dogs with their eventful life stories. Rescue Dogs is a beautiful collection of loveable hounds with colourful histories and expressive faces. From Mr Bojangles who was rescued after being hit by a car to Molly who found a new lease of life after being rescued from a shelter at age 15, Rescue Dogs will tug at the heartstrings and leave you with a profound sense of optimism for life, new beginnings and kindness. This is the perfect gift for your dog-loving friends, or for yourself to enjoy some mindful moments flicking through delightful, heart-warming canine portraits.

Secrets to Composition - 14 Formulas for Landscape Painting (Hardcover, Reprint; Revised ed.): Barbara Nuss Secrets to Composition - 14 Formulas for Landscape Painting (Hardcover, Reprint; Revised ed.)
Barbara Nuss
R1,102 Discovery Miles 11 020 Ships in 10 - 17 working days
Van Gogh: Cafe Terrace Bookmarks (pack of 10) (Bookmark, Pack of 10): Flame Tree Studio Van Gogh: Cafe Terrace Bookmarks (pack of 10) (Bookmark, Pack of 10)
Flame Tree Studio
R364 Discovery Miles 3 640 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Keep the page in your book with this gorgeous pack of 10 foiled bookmarks, printed on both sides, with a silky ribbon and featuring artwork by Vincent van Gogh. In this painting the brightly lit cafe radiates with warmth and inviting light, becoming a beacon of yellow set against the rich, dark blue of a night sky, which in turn is illuminated by myriad bright stars. Van Gogh attached the colour yellow to feelings of religious inspiration, light and happiness.

Catalogue of the Collection of Engravings bequeathed to Harvard College by Francis Calley Gray (Hardcover): Louis Thies Catalogue of the Collection of Engravings bequeathed to Harvard College by Francis Calley Gray (Hardcover)
Louis Thies
R2,148 Discovery Miles 21 480 Ships in 10 - 17 working days
The Watercolor Book - Materials and Techniques for Today's Artists (Hardcover, Reprint ed.): David Dewey The Watercolor Book - Materials and Techniques for Today's Artists (Hardcover, Reprint ed.)
David Dewey
R1,038 Discovery Miles 10 380 Ships in 10 - 17 working days
Rodin - the Man and His Art, With Leaves From His Notebook (Hardcover): Judith Cladel Rodin - the Man and His Art, With Leaves From His Notebook (Hardcover)
Judith Cladel; Created by S K Star
R922 Discovery Miles 9 220 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Awful Disclosures, by Maria Monk, of the Hotel Dieu Nunnery of Montreal [microform] - Containing, Also, Many Incidents Never... Awful Disclosures, by Maria Monk, of the Hotel Dieu Nunnery of Montreal [microform] - Containing, Also, Many Incidents Never Before Published (Hardcover)
Maria D Ca 1850 Monk
R869 Discovery Miles 8 690 Ships in 10 - 17 working days
The Art of Zen - Paintings and Calligraphy by Japanese Monks 1600-1925 (Hardcover, Reprint ed.): Stephen Addiss The Art of Zen - Paintings and Calligraphy by Japanese Monks 1600-1925 (Hardcover, Reprint ed.)
Stephen Addiss
R1,105 Discovery Miles 11 050 Ships in 10 - 17 working days
Airbrushing with Vince Goodeve - How to Airbrush 2 and 4 Wheel Hot Rods (Hardcover): Vince Goodeve Airbrushing with Vince Goodeve - How to Airbrush 2 and 4 Wheel Hot Rods (Hardcover)
Vince Goodeve
R981 Discovery Miles 9 810 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Sacred Women: Images of Power and Wisdom - The Art of Stuart Littlejohn (Hardcover): Stuart Littlejohn Sacred Women: Images of Power and Wisdom - The Art of Stuart Littlejohn (Hardcover)
Stuart Littlejohn
R924 Discovery Miles 9 240 Ships in 10 - 17 working days
Van Gogh 100 (Hardcover, New): Joseph Masheck Van Gogh 100 (Hardcover, New)
Joseph Masheck; Preface by Sjraar Van Heugten
R2,613 Discovery Miles 26 130 Ships in 10 - 17 working days

This volume commemorates the 100th anniversary of Vincent van Gogh's death. Major van Gogh scholars present essays that reexamine the painter's place in the art world of his time, the phenomenal growth in his reputation, and his influence on later art movements and individual artists. At the time of his death and for some years after, there was a question as to whether van Gogh's approach would gain recognition. Today, he is seen as one of the most popular and recognized of the world's artists, and his impact on 20th-century art is unquestioned. How and why this occurred is a major theme throughout this essay collection.

Among the topics examined are iconography; van Gogh's poetry as well as the literature that influenced him and that he, in turn, influenced; psychological and religious aspects of van Gogh's painting and self-imaging; and how van Gogh has been interpreted. A section on his legacy in art concludes this major reassessment of van Gogh's place in art history. An important collection for art scholars and researchers as well as public library patrons.

Shadows and Light - The Extraordinary Life of James McBey (Hardcover): Alasdair Soussi Shadows and Light - The Extraordinary Life of James McBey (Hardcover)
Alasdair Soussi
R910 R728 Discovery Miles 7 280 Save R182 (20%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Creative genius, war artist, adventurer, lover. These are just some of the words that can be used to describe Aberdeenshire-born painter and printmaker James McBey (1883-1959). McBey was a Scottish superstar amongst the creative spirits that fuelled the Etching Revival of the late nineteenth century and Etching Boom of the early twentieth century, and in an historical context, was the acknowledged heir to Whistler and Rembrandt. But after his death in Tangier, Morocco, in 1959, his renown as one of Britain's most accomplished artists - who took the art world by storm - faded from public consciousness. Born illegitimately in the tiny parish of Foveran, Aberdeenshire, in the late Victorian era, he was brought up by his blind mother and elderly grandmother amid the rigid Presbyterian confines of Scotland's north-east. Tragedy, dreary work as a bank clerk and a craving for success on his own terms all precipitated his leaving Aberdeen to live the life of an artist in London where he quickly became one of the most-talked about creatives of his generation. At the heart of this biography - the first ever to be published on McBey - is his time as a war artist in the Middle East during the Great War - where he would meet and paint T. E. Lawrence - his many love affairs, marriage to the beautiful American, Marguerite Loeb, and his enduring passion for Morocco. Drawing on his many diaries and letters and artistic creations, this is the story of one man who - clever, kind, intrepid, dashing, insecure and flawed - triumphed against the odds.

Vic Reeves Art Book (Hardcover): Jim Moir Vic Reeves Art Book (Hardcover)
Jim Moir 1
R431 Discovery Miles 4 310 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Vic Reeves Art Book is an expedition through the mind of Jim Moir, aka the comedian, writer and artist and Vic Reeves. The first collection of his visual work in a decade, this book is a wild ride through subjects and media, ranging from sketches to paintings. Whether he's depicting Sooty and Sweep unzipped and on the toilet, or grotesque versions of beloved TV personalities, Jim's unmistakable humour shines through in every brushstroke. Featuring more than 200 images, this is the definitive compendium of Jim's art, covering early work, some of his best-known pieces, and brand-new creations exclusive to the book.

Lienhard Von Monkiewitsch - Color and Space (English, German, Hardcover): Elke Bippus, Ulrike Lehmann, Heino R. Moller Lienhard Von Monkiewitsch - Color and Space (English, German, Hardcover)
Elke Bippus, Ulrike Lehmann, Heino R. Moller; Edited by Michael Schwarz
R374 Discovery Miles 3 740 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This substantial monograph on the respected German Concrete artist features a selection of floor and skirting-board paintings from the late 60s and 70s, large-scale and multi-media architectural paintings, furniture, abstract geometric oils and acrylics and sculptural wall-works. A serious study of post-Constructivist color and space.

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