What makes the Book of Kells such an extraordinary example of illuminated manuscript? Why is Durer's self-portrait so iconic? How did Turner's Rain, Steam, Speed turn the art world on its head? What's
The Art Nouveau movement became an international phenomenon at the beginning of the twentieth century that ushered in the era of modernity in almost every aspect of cultural life. For decades critics
The installations of Michael Sailstorfer (b. Velden/Vils, Germany, 1979; lives and works in Berlin) operate in the tradition of Marcel Duchamp and Joseph Beuys and continually test the limits of sculp
Upcycling is the process of transforming seemingly low value items into something new. Today's upcyclists are creating stunning furniture, lighting and art objects that combine values of superb crafts
This delightful colouring book introduces children to one of the world's most celebrated printmakers, Hokusai. His series Thirtysix Views of Mount Fuji includes some of the most recognisable images in
In this beautifully produced volume, young readers are given the opportunity to study masterpieces of Impressionist work in great detail. From Monet's Impression, Sunrise, which is attributed to start
Celebrated for his classically styled paintings that depict African American men in heroic poses, Kehinde Wiley is among the expanding ranks of prominent black artists - such as Mickalene Thomas, Yink
Dating from 1917 to the end of the Cold War, the posters in this book feature the work of groundbreaking Russian artists such as El Lissitzky and Alexander Rodchenko, as well as extraordinary anonymou
RLF is a revolutionary enterprise that seeks to beat capitalism at its own game. As an intervention into the world of captialism, it sells luxury consumer products: furniture, jewelry, and sneakers. A
Experimental setups exploring the possibility of historical insight. In the mind of the Cuban-German artist Diango Hernandez (b. Sancti Spiritus, Cuba, 1970; lives and works in Dusseldorf), the bipola
The title "Fragile Sense of Hope" expresses the basic mood of an entire re- gion. The fall of the Iron Curtain a little over twenty-five years ago has led to dramatic changes in the
Mark Grotjahn (b. Pasadena, 1968; lives and works in Los Angeles) ranks among the best-known American painters of his generation. His heterogeneous oeu- vre includes depictions of anthropomorphic plan
After the great success of "Freunde von Freunden--Berlin," the interview magazine FvF now ventures outside the Berlin universe. A new book presents "Freunde von Freunden--Fr
In his prints, objects, and installations, Stefan Strumbel (b. 1979) overdraws the features of cultural products and cult objects from his native Black Forest by adding stylistic elements from Street
Egon Schiele (1890-1918) was one of the greatest artists of the twentieth century. A superb draftsman and colourist, he produced images of startling emotional power. Following the lead of his mentor,
The longer we gaze at the paintings of the old masters, the more we appreciate the subtlety and artistry of the painters who created them. This beautiful book offers readers an opportunity to learn an
Children can make their own beautiful pop-up book using this imaginative kit, a little glue, and following simple step-by-step instructions. The result is a series of magical gardens--French, Japanese
Throughout the history of art most of the world's greatest artists have produced portraits at some point in their careers, whether commissioned by rulers or magnates; created to preserve a cherished f
To the ancient Egyptians, the hippopotamus was one of the most dangerous animals in their world. The huge creatures were a hazard for small fishing boats and other river craft. But in this delightful
Buildings of every shape and size and from all corners of the world, populate this colourful and beautifully produced book that introduces children to history's most iconic architectural feats and the
This delightful colouring book introduces children to one of the world's most recognized and admired architects, Antoni Gaudi. His masterpiece, the still-uncompleted Sagrada Familia Basilica of Barcel
Alphonse Mucha is known largely for having originated Art Nouveau, when his poster of the actress Sarah Bernhardt became a legendary icon of the movement. Mucha went on to design hundreds of pieces in
The Cultural Impact of the Atomic Bomb. The Work of Matthew Day Jackson (b. Panorama City 1974, lives and works in Brooklyn, New York) opens up a dialogue between various aspects of the history of Wes
13 Years of Autocenter in a Single Book! For the past thirteen years, Autocenter has put its stamp on Berlin's contemporary arts scene. Founded in 2001 by Maik Schierloh and Joep van Liefland in a for
An Investigation on Hans Arp and Franz West. Hans Arp (b. Strasbourg, 1886; d. Basel, 1966) is a familiar figure of classical modernism and was a key contributor to the development of Dada and Surreal
Winner of the Pritzker Prize and the Praemium Imperiale, Norman Foster is one of the most innovative and forwardthinking architects at work today. This volume features more than 1,000 plans, sketches,
Mariechen Danz (b. Dublin 1980; lives and works in Berlin) does not like hierarchies. She takes measures against the accepted codes that constrain our actions, our language, and our view of other eras
Big art for little hands, these enchanting activity books all This delightful children's activity book is published to mark the 75th year since the Prado in Madrid acquired the Garden of Earthly Deli
From art school student to designer for Nike, Topshop, and Google, Kate Moross has lived the life that young graphic artists dream of. But it hasn't always been a smooth ride, and in this informative
Born in London and raised in Nigeria, Shonibare employs a diverse range of media - from sculpture, painting and installation to photography and film - to probe matters of race, class, cultural identit
Robert Elfgen (b. Wesseling, 1972; lives and works in Cologne and Berlin) studies the interrelations between nature, man, and society. The points of departure for his works are biographical experience
The Austrian artist Elfie Semotan (b. 1941; lives and works in New York and Vienna) also works as a photographer, creating portraits of models, artists, landscapes, and studios that have earned her in
Kunstvereine are associations dedicated to exhibiting contemporary art and educating the public about it. This book presents a synopsis of the wide-ranging debate over the Kunstverein as an instituti
No paint or other substance a painter might use is visible on the surfaces of the pictures Sara Sizer (b. Dallas, Texas, 1967; lives and works in Berlin) creates. They do not derive their form from an
The works of Titus Schade (b. Leipzig, 1984; lives and works in Leipzig) examine the nature of the picture and the pictorial space. In sceneries that suggest stage settings, Schade, who graduated from
Andreas Muhe (b. Karl-Marx-Stadt, 1979; lives and works in Berlin), one of the most renowned German photographers, has come home: he is back in Germany's heart, in the collective memory of a nation th
The artist Margit Jaschke (b. Halle/Saale, 1962; lives and works in Halle) describes herself as a wanderer between the worlds of different arts. Defying the conventional bounds of installation, painti
The sculptures and site-specific installations Katja Strunz (b. Ottweiler, 1970; lives and works in Berlin) fashions out of bent sheet metal, steel plates, or wood are minimalist constructions unfoldi
The Surrealist movement that developed in Europe following the devastation of World War I emerged out of a feeling by writers and artists that the world itself was going mad - and that they, the artis
What does an illustrator actually do and in what fields can one work? Today's most successful illustrators present their work and talk about their experiences in one of life's most beautiful careers.
