Art & Culture

This compact reference explains the basic terms, processes, classifications, tools, materials and techniques of Japanese potters.

Symbole spielen im Branding und im Corporate Design eine wichtige Rolle. Dieses Buch erforscht die Bildsprache von Symbolen nach ihrem elementarsten Element: der Form. Über 1.300 Symbole aus aller Welt nach ihren visuellen Merkmalen gegliedert werden zu einem einzigartigen Archiv von Identitätssystemen für Designer.

Mesmerizing on stage but introverted and prone to desperate mood swings in his private life, Curtis died by his own hand on 18 May 1980. Touching from a Distance documents how, with a wife, child and impending international fame, Curtis was seduced by the glory of an early grave.

A hardcover facsimile edition based on the 1968 original, printed with new reproductions from Lyon's vintage photographs

Available again with 10 new images by master of photography Josef Koudelka, this remains one of the most powerful documents of the spiritual and physical state of exile ever published.

The beauty and essence of Japanese design through 300 objects.

This book faces the topic of patterns formally in an exhaustive presentation of all kinds of skirts and trousers.

This catalogue accompanies the most comprehensive exhibition of Matisse's cut-out works on paper ever held. Fully illustrated in colour throughout, it includes many photographs of Matisse in his studio, many of which have never been published before.

Brings together the original technical drawings from deep within the Lucasfilm Archives. Combined with commentary from J W Rinzler, this collection maps in precise, vivid, and intricate detail the genesis of one of the most enduring onscreen stories. It features: more than 250 blueprints; 500 photographs and illustrations; and, ten gatefolds.

An introduction to drawing, cartooning, and capturing the essence of a subject all while having fun. It features step-by-step instruction from Professor Blook.

JAZZ GUITAR HANDBOOK: A COMPLETE COURSE IN ALL STYLES OF JAZZ

The transformation of man to beast is a central aspect of traditional pagan rituals that are centuries old and which celebrate the seasonal cycle, fertility, life and death.

QUEEN: THE COMPLETE ILLUSTRATED LYRICS

Learn how to draw cute household pets, impressive wild animals and amazing birds using this fun and easy step-by-step method.

The definitive biography of this remarkable man.

A reissue of the seminal 2012 book that accompanied the first major retrospective of Yayoi Kusama's work in Britain, this illustrated book features an introductory essay by Tate curator Frances Morris as well as four other substantial essays.

Star Trek: Light-Up Starship Enterprise is an enthralling book penned by the talented Chip Carter. Published in 2014 by Running Press, this book falls under the genre of Science Fiction, a perfect fit for fans of the Star Trek universe. The book is a fantastic journey into the depths of the cosmos, aboard the iconic Starship Enterprise. The narrative is enriched with Carter's immersive storytelling, making readers feel as if they are part of the crew navigating through the vastness of space. This English edition is a must-have for Star Trek enthusiasts and a great addition to any Sci-Fi lover's collection.

Concept art from the forthcoming disney film, Rapunzel.

Revised and expanded edition of this comprehensive study of Le Corbusier

This comprehensive guide brings together the seven books from the successful Art of Drawing series: Drawing Techniques, Drawing Portraits, Drawing the Clothes Figure, Drawing Hands & Feet, Drawing Scenery, Drawing Light & Shade and The Nude.

William Esper, one of the leading acting teachers of our time, explains and extends Sanford Meisner's legendary technique, offering a clear, concrete, step-by-step approach to becoming a truly creative actor.Esper worked closely with Meisner for seventeen years and has spent decades developing his famous program for actor's training. The result is a rigorous system of exercises that builds a solid foundation of acting skills from the ground up, and that is flexible enough to be applied to any challenge an actor faces, from soap operas to Shakespeare. Co-writer Damon DiMarco, a former student of Esper's, spent over a year observing his mentor teaching first-year acting students. In this book he recreates that experience for us, allowing us to see how the progression of exercises works in practice. The Actor's Art and Craft vividly demonstrates that good training does not constrain actors' instincts—it frees them to create characters with truthful and compelling inner lives.

Kinbaku is the Japanese word for rope bondage: In the west it is often referred to as Shibari. Although it originated in Japan as a means of restraint and torture, during the last hundred years it has also been used as an activity which gives emotional, physical, and visual pleasure for the participants. Nawashi Murakawa, the Artistic Director of the annual London festival of the Art of Japanese Rope Bondage provides the historical context for the practice which goes back 12000 years. He also explains how Kinbaku has developed as a dramatic art form which is performed in front of audiences in many countries. This series of ten chapters demonstrates how the art of rope bondage has developed in the UK, Russia, Canada and the USA as well as presenting a modern day live performance in Tokyo. The final section shows more traditional Japanese techniques. Chapters with Japanese contributors provide the text in Japanese as well as in English. The stunning and surprising photographs reveal the beauty and daring of the models, and their written accounts together with those of the photographers and rope experts give an insight into the lifestyle of those who practice this particular fetish.

Concise guide features easy steps for realistic depictions of trees. Discover shading, composition, shadow, and outlining techniques that add vitality and expression. Over 100 illustrations spotlight Oak, Willow, Pine, Palmetto, more.

Commemorating the 30th anniversary of Elvis's death, an intimate memoir of a friendship with the King of Rock n' Roll - from late-night parties at Graceland to the bright lights of Hollywood sets and glittering stages of Vegas.

Suitable for older beginners, this book features chapters that guide young players towards the successful performance of a comprehensive selection of pieces and studies. It includes pieces by Bach, Gurlitt, Mozart, Gounod and Tchaikovsky. It also contains appendices of scales, arpeggios and exercises.

From simple shapes to great drawings in easy stages. If you want to learn how to draw a fantastic selection of dragons, start here and now. Even absolute beginners will be able to create pictures to be proud of following this clear step-by-step technique.

In The Big Penis Book we explore the centuries-old fascination with the large phallus, a fascination common to men and women alike. This hefty book is profusely illustrated with over 400 historic photos of spectacular male endowments, including rare photos of the legendary John Holmes. The majority of the photographs are from the 1970s, when...

A celebration of the pivotal role the fashion editor has played in shaping America's sense of style since "Vogue"'s launch 120 years ago. Drawing on American Vogue's exceptional archive, this book focuses on the work of eight of the magazine's legendary fashion editors.