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"Henna Sourcebook" presents representative henna patterns from all around the world and provides the perfect inspiration for selecting henna designs to fit every occasion, mood and taste of anyone wanting to participate in this creative tradition.No one knows for sure when henna was first used f..

The artist: Olafur Eliasson, born 1967 in Copenhagen, of Icelandic parentage, studied at The Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, Copenhagen, from 1989 to 1995. Early in his career he moved to Germany, establishing Studio Olafur Eliasson in Berlin. Internationally acclaimed, Eliasson lives and works ..

Graffiti and unsanctioned art—from local origins to global phenomenon In recent years street art has grown bolder, more ornate, more sophisticated and—in many cases—more acceptable. Yet unsanctioned public art remains the problem child of cultural expression, the last outlaw of visual disciplines. ..

Erotic Fantasy Art: Volume 2 by Paul Peart Smith..

How does one identify the antiques of tomorrow in the contemporary jewelry market those pieces that appeal to modern taste but also have the stamp of timeless collectible? Joanna Hardys selection of truly imaginative makers and pieces includes works to suit all tastes, from the more traditional to t..

Since its opening on the Place Vendome in 1906, the jeweler Van Cleef & Arpels has played a leading role in setting style and design trends in luxury jewelry. "Set in Style" explores the historical significance of the firms contributions to jewelry design in the 20th century. The book features more ..

Masterpieces under the microscope Paintings' hidden secrets revealed "Amazingly informative and readable... An important addition to art history literature." - The Sanford Herald, United StatesIs the bride pregnant? What are clogs doing on a marriage picture? Why is just one candle burning in ..

The paintings of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood are widely known and loved, but this book newly available in paperback presents a comprehensive survey of the intimate world of the Pre-Raphaelites drawings. Works by Dante Gabriel Rossetti, William Holman Hunt and John Everett Millais are set beside t..

This fun book introduces young readers to some of the greatest paintings of all time. Twenty world-famous artworks are featured in easy-to-follow chronological order, accompanied by informative texts that bring each masterpiece and its story vividly to life. Complete with extensive reference materia..

This example-packed overview of contemporary Japanese illustration showcases the works of 100 of Japan's most successful and exciting artists and designers. The images embrace a huge range of styles, from traditional to futuristic, from classic ukiyo-e prints to the worlds of manga and anime. Some l..

Inspired by the explosion of American hip hop culture across the UK, the first ever British graffiti artists embraced this pioneering urban art movement and took to the Underground. With The Underground Graffiti Sketchbook, today's graffiti artists can go back to the medium's roots and find inspirat..

A unique creative aid for the aspiring artist and habitual doodler alike, The Missing Materpieces Sketchbook presents 400 feet of empty frames adorning authentic gallery walls, ready for you to unleash your artistic talents. The concertina format and high-grade art paper are perfect for sketching yo..