No artistic education is complete without a healthy dose of Impressionism. Here fifty of the most important works from the early nineteenth through the early twentieth centuries are gorgeously reprodu
From painters and photographers to sculptors and performance artists, fifty of the most influential contemporary artists are profiled in this colorful and engaging book that traces the various artisti
In 1939, Georgia O'Keeffe, who at 51 was among the most famous artists in the United States, accepted a commission from the Hawaiian Pineapple Company to produce two paintings for advertising campaign
During his lifetime, Hokusai was one of the most revered artists working in the ukiyo-e school of painting and printmaking. This book gathers the finest examples of Hokusai's breathtaking prints, incl
After getting his start years ago on HGTV, Orlando Soria has made his way to the upper strata of the blogosphere with Hommemaker, his blog about home decor, art, style, and life. His distinctive voice
Almila Kakinc-Dodd has made a name for herself in the digital world. Her website, The Thirlby, attracts a worldwide audience hungry for her tips on holistic food, beauty products, and spiritual practi
This lively, colorful, and wide-ranging exploration of the evolution of the painted nail places a fascinating aspect of cultural history at your fingertips. The manicure as we know it has been around
Since the inception of photography as an art form nearly 200 years ago, women have played an important role in the development of the genre, often pushing boundaries and defying social convention. Thi
For brides-to-be or any reader with a fascination for couture, here is the essential guide to the best wedding dresses of modern times - the 50 iconic designs that made fashion history.
This dazzling volume collects some of the most interesting emerging photographers working in the field of fashion, showing how they navigate the delicate balance between art and commerce. As the notio
From the hottest new labels to the best shopping addresses, everything you want or need to know about Europe's newest fashion capital can be found in this encyclopedic and eye-catching book. . In an e
Looking for something new to try in the kitchen? How about a delicious dinner in which each course - from appetizer to dessert - is the same colour? It may sound impossible, but as this cookbook prove
A day-by-day look at twenthieth-century fashion offers 365 double-page spreads featuring a diverse selection of designers, looks, and labels from haute couture to ready-to-wear.
Renowned fashion photographer Viviane Sassen's newest book was inspired by the exotic beauty of an isolated Surinamese village. . Largely shot in black and white, the informal photos also explore Sass
Renowned photographer Horst A. Friedrichs offers his inspirational take on the very best of contemporary denim style. Denim is one of the most versatile clothing materials and its loyal fans can be fo
Containing striking images of people living on the fringes of society, Anticorps is a challenging and captivating collection from one of the most renowned photographers working today. Antoine D'Agata
This beautiful volume celebrates and explores Lynette Yiadom-Boakye's enigmatic paintings. Based in London, Lynette Yiadom-Boakye has emerged in recent years as a major talent in the international art
Frida Kahlo is one of the art world's most enigmatic figures. Beautiful, talented, tragic and strong, she broke barriers as a woman and as an artist and her story is irresistibly fascinating. This dyn
Niki de Saint Phalle's biography reads like a bestselling novel: a difficult education, early fame as a fashion model, and family rebellion. Her earliest works, known as shooting paintings, were execu
