The Short Story of Modern Art by Susie Hodge
Category: Art | Series: The\Short Story Of Ser. | Reading Level: near fine
The Short Story of Modern Art explains the how, why and when of modern art - who introduced certain things, what they were, where they were produced, and why they matter. Simply constructed, the book explores 50 key works - from the realist painting of Courbet to a contemporary installation by Yayoi Kus ...Show more
Ten x Ten : 100 Favourite Artworks at Te Papa by Athol McCredie
Category: Sale Book | Series: Ten X Ten Ser. | Reading Level: very good
Published to coincide with the imminent opening of the beautiful new art galleries at Te Papa, this book takes an intimate yet expert look at the national art collection. Ten art curators each pick ten art works and tell us why they love/admire/revere/are moved by them. It's an entirely fresh way to app ...Show more
Here Today, Gone Tomorrow - Wellington Street Art by Jaimie D. Baird
Category: Art
Four Decades, 1200+ Images. Art or vandalism, protest or social commentary - how you see street art depends on where you stand. Jamie Baird’s Here Today Gone Tomorrow documents his 40-year fascination with these ephemera as “a testament to human imagination, innovation and cultural diversity.” Whate ...Show more
Essential Guide to Drawing: Perspective & Composition by Barrington Barber
Category: Sale Book
Watercolor Your Way: Techniques, Palettes and Projects to Fit Your Skill Level and Creative Goals by Sarah Cray
Category: Art
Watercolor Your Way meets you right where you are with watercolor. Whether you're dipping your toe in, cannon-balling in, or honing your craft-this book is for you. Presented in four chapters that each focus on a specific technique, palette, and set of projects, Watercolor Your Way meets artists at thei ...Show more
Modern Painting: A Concise History by Simon Morley
Category: Art | Series: World of Art Ser.
A new concise history of modern painting, offering an indispensable reference to the complexities and characteristics of this medium. While acknowledging the legacy of Herbert Read's classic 1959 study A Concise History of Modern Painting in the World of Art series, academic and artist Simon Morley pla ...Show more
How to Draw a Graphic Novel by Balthazar Pagani, Otto Gabos
Category: Art
Packed with professional tips and interviews with leading graphic novelists, this is the ultimate guide on how to create a graphic novel. How to Draw a Graphic Novel is structured as a series of short art courses that combine technical advice with creative inspiration. Written by graphic novel producer ...Show more
Watercolor Made Simple: Techniques, Projects, and Encouragement to Get Started Painting and Creating by Nicki Traikos
Category: Art
Learn to paint in watercolor--with joy and confidence--as you explore simple techniques, popular subjects, and simple papercrafting projects. Watercolor is a wonderful medium to explore your creativity, unwind, and have fun. Whether you're new to watercolor painting or looking to expand your skills, ...Show more
Artist's Drawing Techniques: Discover How to Draw Landscapes, People, Still Lifes and More, in Pencil, Charcoal, Pen and Pastel by DK
Category: Art
Master more than 80 drawing techniques with step-by-step workshops and advice from professional artistsKickstart your creativity and create a masterpiece with step-by-step workshops and advice from professional artists.Whether you want to try your hand at drawing for the first time or fine-tune your art ...Show more
Artist's Painting Techniques: Explore Watercolours, Acrylics, and Oils. Discover Your Own Style. Grow as an Artist by DK
Category: Art
Master more than 80 painting techniques with step-by-step workshops and advice from professional artistsKickstart your creativity and create a masterpiece with step-by-step workshops and advice from professional artists.Whether you want to try your hand at painting for the first time or brush up on your ...Show more
Rihanna and the Clothes She Wears by TERRY NEWMAN
Category: Art | Series: G - Reference,Information and Interdisciplinary Subjects Ser.
"I grew up on a really small Island, and I didn't have a lot of access to fashion, but as far as I could remember, fashion has always been my defence mechanism. Even as a child I remember thinking, she can beat me, but she cannot beat my outfit." - Rihanna, accepting the CFDA Fashion Icon of the Year Aw ...Show more