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William Morris's interests were wide-ranging: he was a poet,
writer, political and social activist, conservationist and
businessman, as well as a brilliant and original designer and
manufacturer. This book explores the balance between Morris's
various spheres of activity and influence, places his art in the
context of its time and explores his ongoing and far-reaching
legacy. A pioneer of the Arts & Crafts Movement, William Morris
(1834-1896) is one of the most influential designers of all time.
Morris turned the tide of Victorian England against an increasingly
industrialized manufacturing process towards a rediscovered respect
for the skill of the maker. Morris's whole approach still resonates
today, and his designs are popular and much admired. Published to
mark the 125th anniversary of Morris's death, this book includes
contributions from a wide range of Morris experts, with chapters on
painting, church decoration and stained glass, interior decoration,
furniture, tiles and tableware, wallpaper, textiles, calligraphy
and publishing. Additional materials include a contextualized
chronology of Morris's life and a list of public collections around
the world where examples of Morris's work may be seen today. This
study is a comprehensive, fully illustrated exploration of a great
thinker and artist, and essential reading for anyone interested in
the history of design. With 668 illustrations in colour
The first fully illustrated and comprehensive introduction to May
Morris's work as an artist, designer and embroiderer, published in
association with the V&A. May Morris (1862-1938), younger
daughter of William Morris, was a significant figure in the British
Arts and Crafts movement and a pioneer of 'art embroidery'. She ran
the embroidery department of Morris & Co., as well as designing
textiles, wallpapers and jewellery. May was also an influential
teacher and lectured in the UK and America. May Morris: Arts &
Crafts Designer is the first publication to present the full range
of May Morris's work and reveals her exceptional skill and
originality. It draws together her designs, exquisite embroideries,
watercolours, costume and jewellery from museums around the world,
and in particular the rich collections of the Victoria and Albert
Museum and the William Morris Gallery, London. The book contains
more than 180 items in colour and detailed information on their
materials and provenance compiled by leading experts. There are
also new insights into May's personal life and relationships, her
social activism and her support for other craftswomen. This
authoritative and illuminating study places May Morris, whose
reputation has been overshadowed by that of her father, firmly
among the leading British designer-makers of the Arts and Crafts
movement.
Anna Mason's vibrant, detailed and uplifting watercolours have
earned her worldwide recognition. In this, her second book, she
goes beyond flowers to explore her inspirations from across the
natural world, including fruit, birds and animals. The book gives
you a very personal insight into Anna's way of working; with
clarity and warmth she will help you find inspiration, choose scale
and composition, see things correctly and work with discipline and
flow until you produce fabulous work of your own. Packed with
advice and inspiring finished pieces, this gorgeous book guides you
through her method of working with four beautiful step-by-step
projects: a blackberry, an autumn leaf, a sunflower and a garden
bird. Each project contains a traceable outline. The book is
suitable for beginners or for more experienced artists looking to
refine their style or try new techniques.
Anna Mason's exceptional floral artwork has won awards from the
Royal Horticultural Society, International Artist magazine and seen
her elected to the prestigious Society of Botanical Artists. In
this book, she shares her innovative watercolour technique so that
you can paint flowers in her clean, crisp style. The book covers
every aspect of painting modern botanical-style portraits of
flowers, from tips on gathering your reference to Anna's six stage
watercolour process. There are instructions on setting up your
studio and how to produce the detailed drawings. Each of the six
step-by-step projects is accompanied by an outline drawing, tonal
notes and useful colour swatches so that you can compare the tone
and hue of your mixes to Anna's own. This all builds into a
fantastic guide that will inspire and challenge the experienced
watercolour artist, while drawing in and reassuring the complete
beginner.
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