Art & Culture

This book uncovers the meanings behind over 150 tattoo symbols, delving into the history of the most popular motifs that recur in many different tattoo styles, including tribal, traditional, Japanese and realistic.

A celebration of art traditionally devalued as too domestic or feminine to be taken seriously and the innovative, brilliant artists reclaiming the idea of 'women's work'.

A childhood memoir about growing up in the middle of nowhere and watching too much TV, from beloved comedian, Josh Widdicombe.

A unique exploration of the culinary imagination and creativity of a stellar array of international contemporary artists - a host of intriguing personal recipes shown through the artists' own words and images

Seit zwei Jahrzehnten begibt sich David Yarrow mit seiner Kamera in die Wildnis auf der Suche nach den erstaunlichsten Tieren. Hier teilt er sein Wissen und die Geschichten, die er erlebt hat, und destilliert sie zu den wichtigsten Lektionen für Ihr eigenes Fotografieren. Dazu gehören Anleitungen zu Komposition und Perspektive, Tipps zur Verwendung von ferngesteuerten Kameras und zum Umgang mit gefährlichen Tieren sowie die Philosophie, die hinter seiner Arbeitsweise steht.

#1 New York Times bestselling author Shea Serrano's latest book combines the smooth hipness of Tribe Called Quest, the hellfire of DMX (RIP), the quirky brilliance of Missy Elliot, and the sheer, unstoppable flow of Jay-Z into one enlightened compendium of hip-hop greatness

This stunning volume embodies Malene Birger's knack for transforming homes into inspirational works of art. Text in English, German, French and Spanish.

This gorgeous puzzle book for Assassin's Creed fans of all ages will delight the eyes, challenge the mind, and help fans to hone their assassin observation skills.

Music legend, photographer, and artist Graham Nash reflects on more than fifty years of an extraordinary life in this extensive collection of personal photographs, paintings, and mixed-media artwork.

The 17th International Architecture Exhibition, in Venice from 22 May to 21 November 2021, is titled How will we live together? This volume celebrates the exhibition.

The making of the 25 greatest extreme metal albums of all time, as told via exclusive band-member interviews, drawn and expanded from Decibel's "Hall of Fame"

Explores all the significant developments in fashion since 1900. This book discusses many topics, the impact of the Internet on the fashion industry, the importance of new fashion centres in India and China and how fashion is now pluralistic, multi-cultural and fast moving.

Return to the world of Blade Runner with this, the officially sanctioned box-set of the comic book series based on the cult 1982 science fiction movie Blade Runner, directed by Ridley Scott. Including art cards featuring the cover art from the individual books.

The letters of Frida Kahlo to her mother, published in English for the first time.

This colouring book, with its concisely written text and easy-to-colour-in medical illustrations, has been revised into a new user-friendly format.

'The book is great: moving but also properly funny.' Hadley Freeman, The Guardian'A memoir with an unusual sense of purpose. . . pithy, highly readable' The TimesThe entire world knows Michael J. Fox as Marty McFly, the teenage sidekick of Doc Brown in Back to the Future. His two previous bestselling memoirs, Lucky Man and Always Looking Up, dealt with how he came to terms with the illness, all the while exhibiting his iconic optimism. In No Time Like the Future: An Optimist Considers Mortality, Michael shares personal stories and observations about illness and health, ageing, the strength of family and friends, and how our perceptions about time affect the way we approach mortality. Thoughtful and moving, but with Fox's trademark sense of humour, his book provides a vehicle for reflection about our lives, our loves, and our losses.Running through the narrative is the drama of the medical madness Fox recently experienced, that included his daily negotiations with the Parkinson's disease he's had since 1991, and a spinal cord issue that necessitated immediate surgery. His challenge to learn how to walk again, only to suffer a devastating fall, nearly caused him to ditch his trademark optimism and "e;get out of the lemonade business altogether."e;Does he make it all of the way back? Read the book.

Daydream is the long-awaited collection from the unstoppable illustrator, UKUMO uitiUKUMO uiti (pronounced Wukumo Wu Ichi), is well known in the Japanese illustration community. Daydream brings together selected illustrations from the artist's 3 Doujinshi collections, "Dreaming Girls", "The Summer Gate," and "CEH[A/W]," which sold out immediately. Featuring an additional 20 new and original illustrations, this book showcases about 170 illustrations in total. UKUMO creates background illustrations, fantasy art, and illustrations of girls, and has beeen featured in PIE International's Background Illustration series.Fans of Senbon Umimshima, Yogisya, and nekosuke will surely fall in love with UKUMO's illustrations. The book is divided into themed chapters according to the four seasons and events in each one (e.g. New Year's Day, Valentine's Day). Readers can travel through UKUMO's dreamy world while enjoying Japan's four seasons at the same time.

Shades of White is a pure celebration of all the brilliant white hues, and how they work in harmony with different textures inside the home.

Every week, the comic book artist Riad Sattouf has a chat with his friend's daughter, Esther. She tells him about her life, about school, her friends, her hopes, dreams and fears, and then he works it up into a comic strip. This book consists of 52 of those strips, telling between them the story of a year in the life of this sharp, spirited and funny child. The result is a moving, insightful and utterly addictive glimpse into the real lives of children growing up in today's world.

ACC Art Books and Iconic Images proudly present the work of eight wonderful photographers - Douglas Kirkland, Milton Greene, Gered Mankowitz, Norman Parkinson, Eva Sereny, Terry O'Neill, Greg Brennan and Gary Bernstein - who were fortunate enough to capture Elizabeth Taylor at different moments of her life.

At Nike, the desire to be the best is a journey, not a destination - better is always temporary.

Artists' Homes examines the residences of a select group of artists from around the world, revealing how their homes are transformed to create spaces where they can continue working on living a more creative life.

Fashion designers have been involved in movies since the early days of cinema. This book celebrates the contributions of fashion designers to cinema, exploring key garments, what they mean in context of the narrative, and why they are so memorable. It is illustrated with film stills, fashion images and working sketches.

With Instagram star illustrator Yoai as your guide, Chibi Art Class will teach you how to create and color your very own super-cute chibi characters!

READERS OF EUROPEAN HISTORY WILL LOVE THIS GIFT!"Simon Jenkins has provided a feast for both eyes and mind in this sumptuously illustrated guide to Europe's greatest cathedrals" John Barton, author of A History of the Bible"As ever, Simon Jenkins is here the best sort of guide to some of Europe's greatest buildings and their settings: well-informed, elegantly opinionated and passionate" Diarmaid MacCulloch, author of Christianity: The First Three Thousand Years__________________________Europe's cathedrals are magnificent. They outstrip palaces and castles. They are the most sensational group of structures anywhere in the world - which everyone should 'see before they die'. They are also hugely popular, most of them absolutely packed. They are humankind's greatest creations.In Europe's 100 Best Cathedrals, Simon Jenkins has travelled the continent - from Chartres to York, Cologne to Florence, Toledo to Moscow and Stockholm to Seville - to illuminate old favourites and highlight new discoveries. Beautifully illustrated with colour photographs throughout, this joyous exploration of Europe's history tells the stories behind these wonders, showing the cathedral's central role in the European imagination. Readers will be inspired to make their own pilgrimage to all one hundred of them.

A stylish sketchbook from acclaimed manga artist and painter Camilla d'Errico, featuring creative drawing prompts and a smattering of her signature cute, creepy, and quirky characters.The Pop Manga Sketchbook is packed with ideas and inspiration from the instructional expert on manga, anime, and Pop Surrealism, Camilla d'Errico. With a brief introduction from the beloved artist, thirty drawing prompts, and fifty of d'Errico's stunning sketches sprinkled throughout, this guided drawing journal is perfect for artists of all skill levels.Fans of d'Errico's instructional Pop Manga books and newcomers to manga and drawing will be swept into the artist's uniquely colorful, surreal world in the pages of this sketchbook. A layflat binding provides plenty of room for artists to practice their drawing skills, and the sturdy paper is suitable for pencil, ink, and watercolor. Whether you are a beginner or a devoted fan, you will draw inspiration from The Pop Manga Sketchbook.

This striking and innovative collection of jazz covers presents the designs that defined a sound. Containing record covers from the 1940s through to the early 1990s, each reproduction is accompanied with essential background information. Spanning photographic and illustrative works, these album artworks are a marriage of music and design and a...

David Hockney reflects upon life and art as he journeys through lockdown in rural Normandy.