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One of the most important works of cultural theory ever written, Walter Benjamin's groundbreaking essay explores how the age of mass media means audiences can listen to or see a work of art repeatedly - and what the troubling social and political...

Many novice artists are intimidated by the prospect of trawling through very technical drawing books, especially given our busy day-to-day lives. Five-Minute Watercolour is a handy companion as you explore your artistic potential by sketching in...

Chris Hart has a head for figures - human figures, that is. Not only does he draw them with incredible style and flair, he also has a friendly, accessible teaching style that makes his how-to books super-sellers. In this unique figure-drawing course,...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781621389828Author Ken HultgrenFormat PaperbackPage Count 146Imprint Greenpoint BooksPublisher Greenpoint BooksWeight(grams) 354g

From the author of the best-selling art book, Pure Watercolour Painting and guest judge on Channel 5's Watercolour Challenge, Peter Cronin. Sketching is more than just drawing quickly. It is training your eye and hand to work together, to respond...

Get a feel for your art-literally! 101 Textures in Colored Pencil teaches you every technique you'll need to give your colored-pencil drawings realistic, palpable texture. *Named One of the 54 Best Colored Pencil Drawing Books of All Time by...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781908707987Author Elizabeth JamesFormat PaperbackPage Count 64Imprint Kyle Craig PublishingPublisher Kyle Craig PublishingWeight(grams) 172g

This handy, practical and inspirational little book is perfect for the pocket or art bag. It shows watercolour painters of all levels how to loosen up their paintings and maintain spontaneity by painting simple watercolour studies in no more than 10...

Get started, get inspired, and get creating your own stunning collage artworks. The ultimate accessible artform, collage is truly for everyone. Stephanie Hartman, creator of Collage Club Ldn, takes you through all the basics you'll need to create your...

Learn to draw pretty much EVERYTHING. With over 2,000 images, this visual reference book offers instructions for drawing animals, people, plants, food, everyday objects, buildings, vehicles, clothing, and more. Each entry is broken down with step-by-step...

"This new book is wonderful and hits new levels of getting playful with creativity... The book gets you to explore and play with colour and make 'happy mistakes'. Not in the least intimidating to someone who is just starting out... The book has a...

Aimed at all painters, from beginners to the more experienced, this book is packed with expert advice on all aspects of acrylic painting: what to do, and what not to do. Learn how to choose and mix colours, and create a multitude of effects using only...

Dave White introduces the simple but effective techniques that he uses to paint stunning, dramatic seascapes with beautiful and realistic skies. He demonstrates spattering, blending backgrounds, painting horizons, finger painting clouds and foam. There...

In this visually captivating volume, a vibrant selection of loved and revered children's book illustrators reveals the secrets of their narrative techniques. Divided into a series of enchanting sections each created by individual illustrators, this...

Dogs can be a pleasure to draw, whether they are dignified, elegant, cute or scruffy. Suzie Hodges shows you how to capture the character of a great selection of popular dog breeds. This delightful introduction to drawing dogs completely demystifies...

365 Days of Creativity is a thoughtful and inspiring book designed to help you carve out moments of self-expression and unlock your creative potential.Lorna Scobie shows you how to experiment, explore and let go of your artistic inhibitions, encouraging...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781912740130Author Hikaru HayashiFormat PaperbackPage Count 176Imprint Korero PressPublisher Korero Press

The Kew Book of Drawing Flowers is a step-by-step guide to drawing flowers by botanical illustrator Bianca Giarola. As a self-taught artist, this book collects everything Bianca wished she knew when she first started drawing flowers, encouraging...

If you can write your name, you have enough touch to learn to draw. Let Mark Linley inspire you to pick up your pencil and create a magical masterpiece. His positive approach secures quick, accurate results and ever-growing confidence. Learn to look...

An essential little book - perfect for the pocket or art bag - covering all practical aspects of sketching and drawing. Sketching is a skill that every artist needs to master and this handy book shows you how in a very clear and simple way. ...

Cut it, stick it, twist it!Collage is the art of reinvention, a magical and tactile process that invites you to collect, combine and transform existing imagery and ephemera, both old and new, into entirely original compositions. Tactile, versatile and...

This is a clear, comprehensive guide to colour mixing in the three most popular mediums: watercolour, acrylics and oils. This portable, pocket-sized companion introduces simple colour theory and colour wheels, with templates provided so that readers...

An indispensable guide for anyone keen to learn coloured pencil techniques, or for the experienced artist who would like to build on their existing skills. Filled with information on the basic characteristics and colour ranges of the main kinds of...

This popular book provides all the information you need to get started in watercolour painting. Full of clear, simple advice and more than 70 step-by-step demonstrations, Watercolour for the Absolute Beginner will teach even the least confident of...

Over 200 crochet stitches are explained in full, each accompanied by a photographed sample, row-by-row instructions, and easy-to-follow symbol charts. Additional chapters on basic techniques and materials, a stitch selector and a how-to-use section...

From pinch pots to coiled boxes to soft slab tableware, mastering hand building is a lifelong pursuit. In this book, Sunshine Cobb covers all the foundational skills, with lessons for constructing both simple and complex forms from clay. Ceramic artists...

Expand your colour confidence with a comprehensive dictionary of colour combinations! Colour combinations are made simple with this helpful reference that includes endless amounts of colour palettes for artists to perfect their colour selection every...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780486204321Author John H. VanderpoelFormat PaperbackPage Count 143Imprint Dover Publications Inc.Publisher Dover Publications Inc.Weight(grams)...

For the 26th book in his highly successful P&Q series, Kaffe has chosen a bucolic English farm as the inspiration for his new collection of quilts. The green fields, lush fruit trees, charming farm animals, and rustic beauty of a classic English farm...

The indispensable compendium of essential knowledge and troubleshooting tips for potters. Just like having an expert on call 24 hours a day - here are the answers to any ceramic questions or dilemmas you might have. Step-by-step photographs, diagrams...

Art Fundamentals 2nd Edition is a fully revised and updated back-to-basics title, packed with the fundamental concepts, conventions, and theory every beginner artist needs to create successful work. This essential book is written by industry experts who...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780486404738Author Ernest NorlingFormat PaperbackPage Count 224Imprint Dover Publications Inc.Publisher Dover Publications Inc.Weight(grams)...

Capture the Rich Textures of Nature, Step by StepCapture nature's beauty as you never have before. Beloved artist and teacher Claudia Nice leads you on an inspired journey through the great outdoors. With paints in hand, she shares with you her best...

Take your skills-and your work-to the next level.Mastering the Potter's Wheel starts with an introduction to wheel-throwing, from centering to creating the basic forms. What pushes this book beyond the competition, however, are the techniques offered in...

A new pocket-book edition of the bestselling watercolour tip book by renowned artist Charles Evans. Discover 100 top tips for painting in watercolour that will take the mystery out of painting, covering topics from creating depth, introducing harmony,...

Meet your dream plate and fall in love with a faster, friendlier approach to printmaking. For artists and crafters who love the creative possibilities of monoprinting on gelatin but not the prep time, mess and inconvenience that comes with it, the Gelli...

Colour Quest (R) is a colour by numbers challenge unlike anything you've ever seen before. Use colouring pens or pencils to colour numbered shapes and uncover stunning and intricate artwork hidden on the page.Shade in a luscious lion camouflaged under...

It's time to go back to basics! If you're interested in art, but find that it's becoming an increasingly expensive hobby, The Organic Artist is just the book for you! It encourages us all to return to those days when art was made with all-natural...

Charcoal is a versatile and dramatic medium with incredible potential for expression. This stunning book shows you how to create a drawing using its subtle, complex and bold qualities to best effect. Through step-by-step demonstrations and tasks, it...

Billy Showell is a well-respected botanical watercolour artist, and her exceptional eye for detail and ability to re-create the form, texture, colour and patterning of a wide range of plants have earned her a formidable reputation worldwide. Her...