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Learn to Draw Anything: A Simple Method to Start Drawing in 15 Minutes a Day
by Zoe Leber
Designed for those new to art, the book covers a variety of subjects and includes exercises that will help you discover your own unique style. Learn to Draw Anything makes drawing enjoyable for all, with Zephy's supportive method emphasizing consistent practice and self-expression. You will explore a variety of subjects, from objects and animals to people and landscapes, gaining skills you can apply to any subject. The simple step-by-step tutorials can be completed in 15 minutes, so you can accomplish them easily--no matter how busy you are.--
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Creative Machines: Ai, Art & Us
by Maya Ackerman
Creative Machines: AI, Art & Us, by renowned generative AI researcher and pioneer, Maya Ackerman, is an exciting and original new discussion of the rise of creative artificial intelligence. She takes you on a journey that begins with the earliest AI trailblazers and concludes with examinations of the contemporary, cutting-edge tools shaping music, art, and human imagination today. Ackerman demolishes the hype and misinformation that surrounds generative AI to reveal the opportunities and dangers that the technology actually presents. She draws on psychology, philosophy, and her own data-driven research to explain how generative artificial intelligence can enhance the brilliance and expose the blind spots in human creativity.--
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Summer's Hum: Part of a Beautiful New Series from Beloved Illustrator and Print-Maker Angela Harding
by Angela Harding
'The wildflower bank outside my window hums and buzzes. At midday, the summer sun spreads the perfume of roses and honeysuckle to every corner.' Summer's Hum is the second book in a stunning seasonal quartet from beloved printmaker and illustrator Angela Harding. This series will take readers on a journey through the seasons, reflecting Angela's view as the nature around her transforms and evolves over the months. Taking in landscapes across the UK, from views from her home studio in Rutland to the Scottish wilderness, via the low-lying marshlands of Suffolk and the windswept hills of Yorkshire, the beautiful illustrations and evocative imagery of the prose make this the perfect book for nature lovers and art lovers everywhere. Featuring many of Angela's most beloved prints, alongside Angela's observations and inspirations, Spring Unfurled, Summer's Hum, Falling into Autumn andWinter's Song are a joyful celebration of nature and wildlife across the UK at all times of year.
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Fighting for freedom : Black craftspeople and the pursuit of independence
by Torren L. Gatson
"As the companion to the exhibition, Fighting for Freedom places Black craftspeople at the forefront of American history, from before the Revolutionary War through the Civil War and beyond Reconstruction. Delving into diverse narratives of creativity, resilience, and triumph in the quest for freedom, this book underscores the evolution of freedom through the lens of material culture-by exploring how the very concept of freedom was shaped and redefined by enslaved and free craftspeople who relentlessly fought for their rights and the recognition of their humanity. Featuring ten essays by leading historians, museum curators, and material culture scholars and more than seventy color photographs of Black artistry, including paintings, metalwork, woodwork, pottery, and furniture, this book vividly illustrates how Black men and women persistently sought tangible expressions of liberty [i.e., their art] which have endured as symbols of their creators' legacies in the ongoing struggle for freedom. Contributors include Lauren Applebaum, Robell Awake, Lydia Blackmore, Aleia M. Brown, R. Ruthie Dibble, Philippe L. B. Halbert, Jennifer Van Horn, Alexandra Alevizatos Kirtley, and Susan J. Rawles"
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Queer lens : a history of photography
by Paul Martineau
"Queer Lens: A History of Photography is a survey of the history of photography by and about the members of the queer community and includes nearly three hundred photographs as well as essays by scholars and artists"
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Art Fraud : 50 Fakes That Fooled the Art World
by Susie Hodge
Step inside the astonishing world of art forgery, where masterpieces are faked, fortunes are made, and almost no one is who they seem. Art Fraud reveals the true stories behind some of the greatest scams in art history, where con artists forged their way to fame, fortune or infamy. Discover the motivations and methods of master forgers, from Eric Hebborn's faked Old masters to Han van Meegeren's deception of the Nazis. Meet eccentric copyists, bitter experts, and insiders who turned against the institutions they once admired. Each chapter tells the story of a different forger, weaving in the investigations that finally unmasked them and the secrets they left behind. Written by bestselling author and art historian Susie Hodge, this is a fascinating, brilliantly researched collection that blurs the line between genius and fraud. Whether you are an art lover, a true crime reader or simply curious about how the art world really works, this book is full of twists, scandals and unforgettable characters.
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Wayne Thiebaud : Art Comes from Art
by Timothy Anglin Burgard
This exhibition explores Wayne Thiebaud's long-standing engagement with art history, especially through his numerous appropriations and reinterpretations of artworks from the past to the present. Many viewers and readers will be astonished to learn that Thiebaud described himself as an 'obsessive thief' who 'stole' ideas for his art, not only from established artists but even from his own students. Thiebaud's numerous appropriations are rooted in his deep respect for the extended continuum and community of artists that comprise the history of art. They also fueled his stated challenge and goal of creating 'a new visual species' that was uniquely his own. While he was memorably modest regarding his own place in art history, the lasting significance of his legacy is manifest in this exhibition and continues to grow with each passing year
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Paul Gauguin
by Caroline Bugler
This beautifully illustrated full-color hardback explores the life and work of one of the leading lights of Post-Impressionism - Paul Gauguin. Gauguin's vision of a tropical arcadia in the South Seas has beguiled generations of gallery goers, but a close look at his life and art reveals a complex man in constant search for a primitive paradise that was elusive. Caroline Bugler explores Gauguin's extensive travels and artistic experiments, many of them driven by a strong desire to explore the unknown, and to discover what he saw as the 'savage' aspect of his own nature. Examples of his work are included, such as Tahitian Women on the Beach and Where Do We Come From? What Are We? Where Are We Going?. These are featured alongside timelines and feature spreads on key themes, including Gauguin's tumultuous time living with Van Gogh in Arles.
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Transit Tourism : The Iconic Art and Design of 22 Subway Systems Around the World
by David Seltzer
In Transit Tourism: The Iconic Art and Design of 22 Subway Systems around the World, readers embark on a visual journey through the world's bustling subway systems, where each station tells a story of its city's soul. From the ornate elegance of Moscow's stations to the sleek minimalism of São Paulo's, this illustrated collection of travel essays explores 22 urban metros, revealing how their architecture, art, and design reflect the unique character and culture of each metropolis. Whether urban explorers, design aficionados, or simply curious about the hidden narratives beneath our cities, readers will encounter a fresh perspective on the subterranean worlds that shape our urban landscapes.
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