Art forms Books

"Creative Illustration" is considered Loomis' magnum opus, which is aimed primarily at the professional-level illustrator. It's divided into seven sections: Line, Tone, Color, Telling the Story, Creating Ideas, Fields of Illustration, and Experimenting...

In Israel East meets West. Their jewellery traditions blend, resulting in creative innovations. In the 1930s, immigrants from Germany and other European countries introduced the spirit of the Bauhaus, while oriental craftsmanship was invigorated in the...

For nearly 70 years Figure Drawing For All It's Worth has provided a seminal course covering all the techniques needed to master drawing the figure. Hailed by the American Academy of Art as "one of the most brilliant contributions that...

In this classic Reaktion title, Norman Bryson analyses the origins, history and logic of still-life, one of the most enduring forms of Western painting. From Roman wall-painting to Cubism, and from seventeenth-century Dutch still-life to Bryson's...

Make decorative papercraft models with this colorful pastel origami paper pack.This affordable origami paper pack includes durable authentic origami paper folding sheets in a variety of bright colors. It's perfect for any...

Japanese Ink Painting: Lessons in Suiboku Technique teaches beginners the fundamental techniques ofsuiboku, a form of Japanese ink painting.Suiboku is considered to be a type of Japanese painting known as sumi-e. It adds water to emphasize the shading of...

Japanese woodblock prints, or ukiyo-e, are the most recognizable Japanese art form. Their massive popularity has spread from Japan to be embraced by a worldwide audience. Covering the period from the beginning of the Japanese woodblock print in the 1680s...

For the first time, origami papers feature traditional Japanese ukiyo-e prints of samurai warriors. These beautiful collections of samurai origami paper prints, available in both small and large sizes, are two new sets of folding papers that will add a...

Kimono fabrics and patterns are opulent, exquisite and unique. "Origami Paper Kimono Patterns", available in large and small paper sizes, takes some of the lovely kimono fabric patterns and transforms them into paper. These paper packs make a great...

The traditional paper patterns of Japan - the birthplace of origami - have been admired for centuries for their timeless beauty. These colorful traditional paper patterns were developed to enhance the creative work of origami artists and paper folders...

Things Japanese takes a delightful look at over sixty objects that are uniquely Japanese. Each spread is dedicated to a different item everything from folding paper fans to lacquer ware combs and ceramic tea bowls. Each object...

The art of Japanese woodblock printing, known as ukiyo-e ("pictures of the floating world"), reflects the rich history and way of life in Japan hundreds of years ago. Ukiyo-e: The Art of the Japanese Print takes a thematic approach to this iconic...

Bring detailed and dynamic fantasy characters to life! Furries fuse human and animal characteristics to create unique and fantastical hybrid forms. This book contains everything you need to know about drawing furries for the printed page, for the...

The Dirty Janes Vintage Style emporiums in Bowral and Canberra are a much treasured destination for lovers of antiques and old wares, both a treat for the eyes and the soul. With over 50,000 Instagram followers, and thousands more ardent fans, the vast...

Step into a world of witchcraft both good and evil, where the iconic character of myth and legend is once more brought uniquely to life. From the first alleged witch to be hanged in Salem, and Goya's depictions of witchcraft, to Shakespeare's Macbeth,...

Learn how to paint on your iPad like the professionals in Beginner's Guide to Procreate, a comprehensive introduction to this industry-standard software. Accessible and versatile, Procreate is an ideal tool for anyone wanting to give digital painting a...

Vintage Tattoos: A Sourcebook for Old-School Designs and Tattoo Artists

Learn to draw figures and faces with this clear and easy to follow guide, the latest in the bestselling ‘Read This’ series. Revealing the techniques and ideas behind inspirational works, the book will set you on the path to making your own great...

With drawing tips, techniques, and step-by-step projects, Drawing: Manga is the perfect resource for artists ready to enhance their drawing skills and create their own manga book.  With Manga (Drawing Step by Step), develop drawing and storytelling...

Packed with practical advice, helpful tips, and step-by-step drawing techniques, The Art of Basic Drawing provides a perfect introduction to drawing for beginning artists.  Filled with easy step-by-step instruction from a variety of artists and a wealth...

Develop a visual mindfulness practice--and enjoy the mental health benefits of mindful drawing! Embrace imperfection and express your own unique creativity by learning how to stay in the moment as you draw with this how-to guide to mindful sketching. ...

A perfect gift for anyone dreaming about getting a tattoo, this gorgeous guided journal and sketchbook offers thoughtful prompts and plenty of blank space to hold all your tattoo ideas and inspirations. What kind of imagery would make the most...

The fourth title in the Draw 62 series featuring the adorable imagery of artist Heegyum Kim, Draw 62 Things in Nature and Make Them Cutepresents step-by-step how-to for nature-inspired characters-trees, rocks, seashells, vegetables, and more. In this...

Drawing Adorable Art for Happy Hearts is your step-by-step guide to creating supercute illustrations of everyday objects using a range of techniques and mediums, from pencil sketching to marker coloring. Learn how to letter and create fun, adorable...

Learn how to draw cats in all their adorableness with step-by-step tutorials in Kawaii Kitties. In Kawaii Kitties, popular YouTube artist Olive Yong (@bichi.mao) teaches you how to draw all kinds of cute cats doing all kinds of silly things in her...

Easy Drawing offers beginning artists a definite way to succeed. Without getting bogged down in a lot of technical detail, artists just need to gather a few inexpensive supplies and put graphite pencil or colored pencil to paper! Leave your artistic...

Easy Watercolor offers beginning artists a definite way to succeed. Without getting bogged down in a lot of technical detail, artists just need to gather a few inexpensive supplies and put paintbrush to paper! Leave your artistic insecurities behind as...

Get inspired and get glazing! Amazing Glaze Recipes and Combinations provides a captivating collection of sure-fire glaze recipes and electrifying combinations for low-fire, mid-range, and high-fire potters. Hundreds of photos and technically-edited...

World-renowned artist and textile designer Kaffe Fassett provides a window into his creative process, offering readers new patterns, new ideas, and new inspiration With successes like Bold Blooms and Dreaming in Color, the latest book from Kaffe...

This deck of cards has been put together using four different sets (one for each suit) made by Russian criminals in prisons during the 1980s. Prohibited by the prison authorities, they were constructed from innocuous materials procured from the everyday...

ILLUSTRATED PLAYING CARDS from Oliver Munden, creator of Tattoo Tarot A FULL DECK OF 54 CARDS means you can play all your favourite games with ease DISCOVER THE MEANINGS behind popular tattoos through time, from a sailor's sea creature to a spider woman,...

Jump into the world of kawaii with Cute Kawaii Coloring--this fun kit includes 2 coloring books and 10 colored markers. If you love cute and cuddly things, you probably already know about kawaii, the Japanese concept that can be translated as "cute" or...

Colour in Reverse: Watercolor Florals encourages creativity, relaxation, and mindfulness through pages of watercolor artwork that are meant to be doodled and drawn over. Find your creativity and relax as you draw, doodle, and design over beautiful...

Big School of Drawing Workbook provides an interactive introduction to drawing, allowing beginning artists to practice directly inside the book with approachable step-by-step lessons. International Bestseller! More than 2.3 million copies sold in 23...

International Bestseller! More than 2.3 million copies sold in 23 languages! Big School of Drawing provides a complete introduction to drawing, from choosing the right pencils to sketching from basic shapes, developing subjects step by step to create...

Bring your inner artist to life through art journaling and intuitive mixed media. In Creative Wanderlust, mixed-media artist and author Kasia Avery shows you how to set up and begin an art journaling practice, and then how to fully enjoy and benefit from...

Revel in the power of human creativity with this completely revised and expanded edition of Burning Man: Art on Fire, illustrated with over 250 gorgeous color photos.  For one week a year, a remote desert lakebed in Nevada becomes Black Rock City, the...

Learn how to create beautiful loose and expressive florals, still lifes, motifs, animals, modes of transport, and fruits and vegetables in vibrant watercolor with touches of pen and ink. In Go with the Flow Painting, author Ohn Mar Win (Instagram:...

Ikuntji Artists presents Ikuntji Textiles, a book about the development of the designs, their stories and the artists behind them, and the collaborations. This full colour publication gives an insight into our range of wearable art textiles. Texts...

A contemporary paint-every-day watercolor guide that explores foundational strokes and patterns and then builds new skills upon the foundations over the course of 30 days to create finished pieces. This beautifully illustrated and inspiring guided...

101 Super Cute Things to Draw features more than 100 step-by-step drawing projects to teach beginning and aspiring artists how to draw simple and adorable illustrations. Learn to draw tons of cute and quirky stuff with the creative prompts, practice...

If you've ever wanted to try hand building with clay, or if you have ever taken a class and walked away wishing you knew more, it's time to step into the studio with Sunshine  In The Beginner's Guide to Hand Building, beloved ceramics teacher and...

The latest title in the Art for Modern Makers series, Symbols and Sacred Geometry (Creative Drawing) takes readers on an inspired journey that explores the beautiful imagery and fascinating themes of sacred geometry while demonstrating compass drawing...

A fresh and exciting drawing guide for young artists who seek projects that are out of the ordinary. Are you tired of drawing the same boring stuff? Artist and author Jonathan Stephen Harris shows you how to draw almost anything with 40 fun and exciting...

Combat stress and anxiety and release your own inner creative with this beautiful mindful watercolour book. In this simple and vibrant guide, hugely popular Instagram muse @TerryRunyan explores the art of watercolour through the lens of mindfulness,...

This book uncovers the meanings behind over 150 tattoo symbols, delving into the history of the most popular motifs that recur in many different tattoo styles, including tribal, traditional, Japanese and realistic. This beautifully illustrated guide...

Captures the feel of the ceramicist’s studio with new appreciation for the beautiful, functional, and accessible works being produced by a new generation of makers  Ceramics is back in a big way, experiencing a steady surge of interest and popularity...

The ultimate introduction to global art, presenting 30,000 years of creativity in one lavishly illustrated book. Discover all you need to know about art history in this definite guide. Art- The Definitive Visual Guide brings a gallery of more than 2,500...