The Arts: techniques and principles Books

The Art of Kelogsloops: From Sketch to Finish is the debut art book from the popular mixed-media artist.Though Hieu is based in Melbourne, Australia, his incredible artwork has been showcased in exhibitions around the world, including Los Angeles,...

Improve your skills, explore new techniques, and immerse yourself in the joy of watercolor painting!Watercolor painting is a popular and satisfying art form that offers vibrant, luminous results, encourages spontaneity, and rewards creativity. Though it...

The home of trusted Mandarin dictionaries for everyday language learning.Learn how to write 250 of the commonest Chinese characters, with stroke by stroke guidance on every page. With thousands of characters to learn, beginning to read and write Chinese...

This timeless classic comic strip is beloved by fans of all ages, and continues to find new fans alike. The latest edition in Titan Comics hugely popular Peanuts Facsimile series sees the release of this, the 17th volume in the series. First published in...

This mystical book explores the otherworldly art of tarot cards, interpreted by a selection of talented professional artists.Modern tarot enthusiasts come from a variety of backgrounds and cultures around theworld, and artists in particular have become...

Pissed off at the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic! Color the living shit out of this new stress-relieving, fucking swear word adult coloring book! Coronavirus sucks. Self-quarantining sucks. Social distancing sucks. With reasons to stress coming at...

Following the success of A Dog a Day (Pavilion, 2017), Sally Muir returns with a collection of new, but crucially old, faces. Several years ago Sally Muir began a Facebook project, posting dog art daily, which became the best-selling book A...

A splendiferous selection of Dr. Seuss images for all ages to colour! This beautiful book – featuring two colours of foil on the cover -will provide hours of creative fun for Dr Seuss fans from 7 to 107!Relax, play and colour in the classics, whatever...

Discover the world of botanical block printing through an approachable guide that unveils a plethora of practical techniques and processes. This guide invites you to create stunning prints inspired by the natural world, all crafted by your own hands. ...

The long-awaited biography of cartoonist Murray Ball, creator of Footrot Flats In Murray Ball: A Cartoonist's Life, Murray's son Mason Ball shares all the hits and misses and long years of hard graft that went into what would become the wildly...

The hilarious and heartwarming companion to international bestselling author Liz Climo’s You’re Mum. DAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAD! Oh, hello! Now that I have your attention… You must be dad! You’re probably pretty busy. Being a dad isn’t easy. Maybe you...

Who could resist a little dab of colour here and there? Two curious curlews discover a stash of paints and brushes. An adorable case of Australian birds introduce readers to the joy of colours and colour mixing.

Illuminating Wisdom brings art and wisdom together in a beautiful celebration of some of the world’s most inspiring philosophical, spiritual and literary quotes. Approximately 80 quotes have been drawn from some of the great wisdom and literary...

Featuring: 1,000 full-colour interlocking pieces Art print with puzzle image Finished puzzle is 479mm x 670mm

Named a Best Gift Book by InStyleNathalie Lété is the rare artist whose work is so distinctive and widely appealing that she has become a global brand, having garnered a cultlike following for her unique pop- and folk-art aesthetic. Lété’s iconic work...

The mindful pleasure of learning to draw, with paper goodies and creative secrets from expert illustrators.   Draw the Flow way. In this innovative approach to drawing instruction, the illustrators from Flow magazine open up their tool kits,...

Introducing a compelling new activity for crafters and artists, doodlers and coloring book enthusiasts of all ages.Paint by Sticker includes everything you need to create twelve vibrant, full-color “paintings.” The images—including sunflowers, a fox, a...

Become a digital manga master with the Ultimate Guide to Manga Art. You'll learn tips and tricks to improve your art, learn how to use the authentic Japanese art tool, Sai, and quick ways to create action lines, emotes, backgrounds and more. You'll be...

Relive the beloved fairytales and experience the magic of the Disney princesses like never before with this collection of stunning concept art, quotes, and fun facts. This unique miniature book showcases each official Disney Princess, including...

A follow up to their extensive and introductory painting book, Creating Art with Alcohol Ink, which teaches all the beginning techniques for those exploring alcohol ink, artists and instructors Laurie Williams and Sherry Williams return with this...

A stunning and skill-building guide to take your watercolour painting techniques to the next level, This book has everything you need to become a master artist. Its practical advice will help you to take your first steps in the medium and then progress...

The perfect primer for anyone – no matter their age or artistic abilities – to learn how to draw flowers!Featuring easy-to-follow tutorials on doodling and drawing 100 flowers, 30 leaves and vines, and 20 more doodle art, all in five simple steps, this...

Reduce stress by picking up a pencil and learning how to draw with these fun, relaxing, and creative prompts perfect for beginner artists.Have you always wanted to draw but never knew how? Well now’s the perfect time to start! You don’t need a fine arts...

Hirohiko Araki is the author of one of the longest-running and most beloved manga of all time, the epic fan favorite JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure. According to him, “manga is the ultimate synthesis of all forms of art,” and in this book he reveals the...

The intricate, beautiful designs of traditional Celtic art have enduring fascination for people around the world. Discover how to draw and decorate in the authentic Celtic style with this essential guide. Nationally known artist and best-selling author...

This stunningly illustrated new book focuses on 77 intricate, expressive and individual examples of calligraphy from the unparalleled collection of the British Library. The author, a renowned expert on the history of the form as well as a fine...

Learn and perfect the classic, yet once again popular, script with this easy-to-use, full-colour, and very modern guide.Pointed pen calligraphy doesn't have to be intimidating! This photo-packed guide breaks down every skill, step and stroke into...

THE FIRST BOOK DEDICATED ENTIRELY TO THE USE AND MASTERY OF MODERN BRUSH PENSDrawing gorgeous letters, words and phrases with a brush pen doesn't have to be difficult! Brush Pen Lettering will show you how to create your own unique style. To help you on...

THE FIRST ALL-IN-ONE EDITION OF P.R. SPENCER'S CLASSIC PENMANSHIP PRIMER INCLUDING STEP-BY-STEP LESSONS AND PAGES FOR PRACTICINGEasy to understand yet challenging to perfect, the Spencerian system was the standard for all personal and business...

T-Rex may be king of the dinosaurs and the lion may be king of the jungle, but the undisputed, hands-down ruler of mythical creatures is the dragon. Now, anyone with an interest in drawing these amazing creatures can follow the program in this book and...

With many of her subjects rendered in hyper realistic style, wearing a second skin of black paint or dark-florals, Laura Rubin's art is unmistakeable.To tell the story behind her art, Laura begins the book by sharing her journey from art student to...

Learn how to develop unique manga characters in just a few easy lessons!This all-in-one guide by master manga illustrator Shun Akagi teaches you the basics of figure drawing and character creation - from hairstyles and clothing to facial expressions and...

Enter a world of endless creativity and whimsy with this must-have guide to creating charming and decorative drawings!Transform your journals, cards, gifts and place settings into a 'canvas of cuteness' with adorable coloured pencil...

Forged in the crucible of family tragedy, Edgar Jerins' monumental charcoal drawings are a towering achievement of contemporary American art.Arthur Miller commanded 'Attention must be paid' and in these meticulously observed images, the...

Voyage into a future where droids, hovering buildings, and space vehicles exist with Beginner's Guide to Drawing the Future - an accessible, entertaining introduction to creating science-fiction concepts with traditional tools.Packed with insightful...

Character Design Quarterly (CDQ) is a lively, creative magazine bringing inspiration, expert insights, and leading techniques from professional illustrators, artists, and character art enthusiasts worldwide. Each issue provides detailed tutorials on...

Go beyond lettering and learn to use your brush pen markers to create vibrant, colorful watercolor paintings! In this easy-to-follow guide, noted artist Jessica Mack teaches all the techniques you need to get started and practice through a series of fun...

In the digital world, books may seem like an endangered species, but bookmaking is more popular than ever. Thanks to the 100 ideas in this volume, the craft is now available to everyone. In as little as an afternoon, beginners will be on their way to...

These beautiful note cards feature 16 traditional Japanese woodblock prints.Blank inside, these cards will convey a heartfelt message for any occasion.This note card set includes:16 folded blank note cards-3.75 x 4.5 inches (9.5 x 11.5 cm) 17 sealable...

Paint the classic subjects that inspired ancient Chinese masters.This book introduces the venerable art of painting with ink on rice paper using traditional techniques developed over a thousand years ago. It is ideal for a beginner hoping to practice a...

This catalogue is a companion to the annual exhibition which celebrates another year in Australia's unique, vibrant and fearless tradition of political cartooning. No politician, party or policy is safe from the nation's best cartoonists; witty, powerful...

Character Design Quarterly (CDQ) is a lively, creative magazine bringing inspiration, expert insights, and leading techniques from professional illustrators, artists, and character art enthusiasts worldwide. Each issue provides detailed tutorials on...

The Sketch Workshop is 3DTotal Publishing's answer to the question "Why can't I draw like that?" Designed for beginners and hobbyists, it's a fun and innovative way for people of all ages to find the inspiration to pick up a pencil and draw. It is...

The follow-up to the best-selling Sketching from the Imagination: An Insight into Creative Drawing book Offers unique tips and tricks from professional artists working in concept design Features 700 concept sketches from over 50 top artists, mixing...

Offers a unique masterclass in concept design Features 700 concept sketches from over 50 top artists, mixing digital and traditional pieces Great value for money Very useful for all levels, beginners to advanced Can be browsed for inspiration as a...