Art, Architecture & Design

WINNER OF THE NATIONAL BOOK CRITICS CIRCLE AWARD FOR CRITICISM 2019From the MAN BOOKER PRIZE- and WOMEN'S PRIZE-SHORTLISTED author of Changing My Mind and Swing Time - discover a second unmissable collection of essays from Zadie Smith'Generous,...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781590301005Author Robert BeerFormat PaperbackPage Count 288Imprint Shambhala Publications IncPublisher Shambhala Publications IncWeight(grams)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781646091423Author Square EnixFormat HardbackPage Count 304Imprint Square EnixPublisher Square Enix

The 1930s home presented an exciting new way of living for the generation that moved out to the suburbs. Young couples who had previously rented accommodation in urban centres found themselves able to afford new-build homes with hot running water, a...

Choose your new cuddly companion from this collection of 28 cute kittens. Best-selling artist Susie Hodge teaches you to transform simple shapes into adorable furry felines in a range of playful poses. There are 28 different kittens to draw; each...

3dtotal Publishing is an established authority on art and design, with a growing stable of high-calibre artist-authors. With such incredible talent and know-how under one publishing-house roof, we are uniquely placed to launch the BRAND NEW SERIES,...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781789505139Author Susie HodgeFormat HardbackPage Count 96Imprint ArcturusPublisher Arcturus Publishing Ltd

Featuring tons of fun facts about the series alongside a walkthrough of all books and covers in the Goosebumps collections, this art book is a must-have for old and new fans alike! In the summer of 1992, Scholastic tasked two terrifyingly talented...

Torsion and tension are characteristic of the vessels created by the exceptional Japanese ceramicist Shozo Michikawa (b. 1953), whose works are reminiscent of rock strata and lava flows. Michikawa is known for his unique technique, for turning edgy,...

A young reader's edition of The Volunteer - Jack Fairweather's Costa Book of the Year 2020. An extraordinary, eye-opening account of the Holocaust. Occupied Warsaw, Summer 1940: Witold Pilecki, a Polish...

Follow in the footsteps of some of the world's most famous painters in this fascinating work from the Journeys of Note series. Some truly remarkable works of art have been inspired by artists spending time away from their typical surroundings. From epic...

Showcases the work of twenty leading paleoartists who expertly bring these extinct animals to life in exquisite detail. Dinosaurs are endlessly fascinating to people of every age, from the youngest child who enjoys learning the tongue-twisting names...

Peaceful Projects Perfect for Artists of Any Level Paint your way to tranquility with projects featuring soothing tones, simple methods and stress-free, step-by-step instructions from water- color teacher Angelica Torres. Her emphasis on enjoying the...

Coinciding with the major exhibition of the same name, Henry Moore: The Helmet Heads traces the footsteps of the artist through the armouries of the Wallace Collection, where he encountered 'objects of power' that profoundly influenced his work for the...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9783967040722Author gestaltenFormat HardbackPage Count 256Imprint gestaltenPublisher Die Gestalten Verlag

An industry insider's look at glamorous, eccentric, captivating, and storied modern homes that embody California cool For more than twenty years, globe-trotting English-born, Los Angeles-based photographer Roger Davies has shot stunning, luxurious, and...

The legendary splendor of Genoese baroque artGenoa completed its transformation from a faded maritime power into a thriving banking center for Europe in the seventeenth century. The wealth accumulated by its leading families spurred investment in the...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9783967040401Author gestaltenFormat HardbackPage Count 288Imprint gestaltenPublisher Die Gestalten Verlag

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781838463724Author Ian RockFormat PaperbackPage Count 216Imprint HOUSE PublishingPublisher HOUSE Publishing

Explore the spectacular wonders of Alien Worlds, the brand-new colouring book by New York Times-bestselling illustrator, Kerby Rosanes.Take a trip to ten unique planets brimming with amazing, alien creatures in incredible extra-terrestrial landscapes...

Pierre Bourdieu has established himself as one of the leading social thinkers in the world today and his work is increasingly influential throughout the social sciences and humanities. This volume of interviews, lectures and informal talks provides an...

This comprehensive new book is an essential volume for anyone who wants to learn more about Leonardo and to survey his greatest works in one beautifully illustrated collection. The first part contains a detailed exploration of Leonardo's life. It...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780900457678Author David EvansFormat PaperbackPage Count 189Imprint Ulster Architectural Heritage SocietyPublisher Ulster Architectural Heritage Society

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9789163972034Author Kurt AlmqvistFormat HardbackPage Count 180Imprint Stolpe PublishingPublisher Stolpe PublishingWeight(grams) 960g

Glasgow has a long and rich history and the buildings housed within this architecturally impressive city tell its tale accordingly, from its sixth-century origins, to its current role as a vibrant and cosmopolitan centre of new industry and education. ...

The extraordinary story of St. Paul's Churchyard-the area of London that was a center of social and intellectual life for more than a millennium St. Paul's Cathedral stands at the heart of London, an enduring symbol of the city. Less well known is the...

Learn how use oil paints with this clear and simple guide. Accomplished artist and teacher Norman Long explains all the basics and shows you how to master this versatile, vibrant medium so you can produce beautiful paintings full of life and colour. A...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781916359802Author Gilles PetersonFormat HardbackPage Count 216Imprint Soul Jazz RecordsPublisher Soul Jazz RecordsWeight(grams) 2300g

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780993547485Author JACK SELFFormat PaperbackImprint REALPublisher REAL

Co-published in Association with the Victoria and Albert Museum, London This book is a timely and engaging introduction to the way that artists working in all media think about craft. Workmanship is key to today's visual arts, when high 'production...

"Believable characters and the warmth of Green's writing bring light to a difficult topic" - Observer In the margins of a book's pages, sparks fly as a teenage romance begins. But in this time and place, sparks...

This book is suitable for children aged 5 and upwards. Targeted at young aspiring artists seeking to develop their technical skills and build a repertoire of feline subjects. Acclaimed author Lee J. Ames shows readers how to draw dozens of cats with a...

Dana Fox, author of Watercolor with Me: In the Forest and founder of Wonder Forest, provides fifty new marine-themed projects in this beginner-friendly watercolour guide. Known for her whimsical art style and straightforward instruction, Dana leads you...

'What's so wonderful about Bramesco's book, outside of a visually splendid layout that embraces the first word of that title with detailed color breakdowns of each palette, is how much it enhances the critical language of the average viewer.' - Brian...

A true celebration of the talent of Kerby Rosanes and his fans, this book features the most striking images from Kerby's bestselling World series.A 16-page full-colour section showcases spectacular artworks that have been coloured by Kerby's fans...

Here is the ultimate, one-volume story of Turner's life and work. Superb colour plates illuminate Turner's range - dramatic views of the sea or mountains, sweeping landscapes, architecture, imaginary scenes from history and legend, panoramas of...

Its garden squares distinguish London most clearly from other great cities. All have their ceremonial and market squares, but none the quantity, quality, and variety of residential squares that sets London apart. The history of the London square begins...

Wes Anderson is the most influential comedic voice from the past two decades of American cinema. A true auteur, his intimate involvement in each of his films; Bottle Rocket, Rushmore, The Royal Tenenbaums, The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou, The...

In this classic text, Jane Jacobs set out to produce an attack on current city planning and rebuilding and to introduce new principles by which these should be governed. The result is one of the most stimulating books on cities ever written. Throughout...

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERA WATERSTONES BEST BOOK OF 2023: ART, ARCHITECTURE AND FASHIONBARNES & NOBLE'S BEST SCIENCE & NATURE BOOKS OF 2023We're on the verge of a cultural shift in which the arts can deliver potent, accessible and proven solutions...