The Art of How to Train Your Dragon by
This official illustrated tie-in book showcases more than 350 spectacular images from the DreamWorks Animation feature film, How to Train Your Dragon, based on Cressida Cowell's popular children's book. How to Train Your Dragon is the story of a scrawny teenaged Viking, Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third, who lives on the island of Berk in the North Sea. Hiccup is a member of a Viking tribe and wants to make his father, the chief, proud of him. Entering dragon training, Hiccup has a chance to prove his worthiness to his tribe and father. But then, in a world where Dragons and Vikings do not coexist peacefully, Hiccup encounters and ultimately befriends an injured dragon, at which point his world is turned upside down. The Art of How to Train Your Dragon is a giftable, spectacularly designed, full-color insider's guide to the creative process that went into turning Cressida Cowell's popular book into a feature-length, animated film. Featuring more than 350 pieces of development artwork, including early character designs, story sketches, and concept paintings never before released by the studio, the book provides an in-depth look at the process involved in bringing mythical Dragon and Viking worlds to life.
Moebius Library: the World of Edena by
Working closely with Moebius Productions in France, Dark Horse is putting the work of a master storyteller back in print--with some material in English for the first time! Stel and Atan are interstellar investigators trying to find a lost space station and its crew. When they discover the mythical paradise planet Edena, their lives are changed forever. The long out-of-print Edena Cycle from Moebius gets a deluxe hardcover treatment! Moebius's World of Edena story arc is comprised of five chapters--Upon a Star, Gardens of Edena, The Goddess, Stel, and Sra--which are all collected here. A storyboard artist and designer (Alien, Tron, The Fifth Element, among many others) as well as comic book master, Moebius's work has influenced creators in countless fields. "Moebius is a master draftsman, a superb artist, and more-his vision is original and strong." -George Lucas
The Art of Spirited Away by
The Fantasy Continues The Art of Spirited Away collects color illustrations of Spirited Away (Sen to Chihiro no Kamikakushi) for the first time in an English edition! This book includes paintings and designs from the new animated film from the director of Kiki's Delivery Service and Princess Mononoke. Large-size, hardcover coffee-table book featuring artwork from the renowned animated film, Spirited Away, directed by Hayao Miyazaki. Features commentary, color stills, sketches, storyboards, and illustrations used to envision the rich fantasy world of the film. Also includes a complete English-language script.
The Moomins: the World of Moominvalley
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Saga by
"It's easy to run out of accolades for this superb series... The dialogueis smart, arch and always rings true, and the visuals, rendered digitally, arealluring and inventive. The Stalk, an eight-eyed, eight-limbed female bountyhunter, remains a creepy favorite." -The New York Times At longlast, a deluxe hardcover of the Hugo Award-winning Saga is finally on itsway! Collecting the first three trade paperbacks (issues #1-18) of the smash-hitseries, this massive edition features a striking new cover, as well as specialextras, including never-before-seen sketches, script pages, and a roundtablediscussion with the creators about how Saga is really made. Altogether,this hardcover contains over 500 pages for less than fifty bucks! Written byEisner Award-winning "Best Writer" Brian K. Vaughan (Y: The Last Man,The Private Eye) and drawn by Harvey Award-winning "Best Artist" FionaStaples (Mystery Society, North 40) Saga is the story ofHazel, a child born to star-crossed parents from opposite sides of anever-ending galactic war. Now, Hazel's fugitive family must risk everything tofind a peaceful future in a harsh universe that values destruction overcreation. Kieron Gillen, Jamie McKelvie and Matthew Wilson return with anEisner Award-nominated modern fantasy where gods are the ultimate pop stars andpop stars are the ultimate gods. Revel in the opulence of this over-sizedhardback! Revel in it! Collects issues 1 through 11.
Art Jewelry Today by
Art Jewelry Today. Dona Z. Meilach. Here is a beautiful new look at contemporary art jewelry. This invaluable reference will guide those who buy, wear, collect, and create one-of-a-kind, hand-made jewelry to the newest developments and their artist/innovators. Peek into the minds of today's craftspeople to understand their motives and methods. These are today's top art jewelers whose work is often shown in art galleries and museums. Chapters present contemporary designs in gold, silver, mixed metals, found objects, glass, enamel work, and imaginative jewelry pieces that go beyond tradition. Over 540 color photographs and lots of detailed information give ideas galore to inspire jewelry makers. In the 21st century craftspeople are striving to have their work considered fine art. This book will convince doubters that today's art jeweler is creating serious sculpture regardless of its size. It is sculpture to be worn, enjoyed, and appreciated today. Here are the trend setting artists with masterpieces that will be the collectibles of the future.
The New Jewelers by
In this beautiful book, Olivier Dupon introduces the finest modern jewelers practising today. Featuring 108 both up-and-coming and established designers, the book is inspired not by traditional jewelry typology, but by style and look. Rough stones appear with exquisitely faceted gems; organic forms vie with geometric structures; feathers and leather take their place next to platinum and diamonds. The book showcases fine jewelry, fashion jewelry, luxe jewelry, conceptual jewelry, and much much more. Over 800 mainly colour photographs display the jewelry alongside portraits of the designers at work, shots of sketches and works in progress, studios and boutiques. Complete with short, informative profiles and useful contact details for the designers, as well as a listing of recommended shops, this publication offers a wealth of inspiring material and is a must for any aficionado of jewelry, design or craft.
Dreaming Jewelry by
This lavishly illustrated volume brings together the best and latest work from some of the finest contemporary jewellers from around the world. Each piece is accompanied by stunning full-colour photos, as well as interviews with the maker where they reveal their creative process and the ideas and inspirations behind their work. Whether you¿re a designer, collector, or simply love exquisite jewellery, this is a must-have volume for anyone interested in the latest trends in jewellery art.
Jeweled Garden: a colorful history of gems, jewels, and nature by
The natural world has been a muse for artists throughout the ages, and jewelry designers have always shared that inspiration, their fascination with flora and fauna coming through in their work. Now, Jeweled Garden traces the evolution of garden-inspired jewelry from the 19th century to the present day in beautiful photographs and an absorbing text. From Louis Comfort Tiffany's delicate realist creations of the Victorian Age to Cartier's 2006 Caresse d'orchides necklace encrusted with precious stones, the tradition's most beautiful pieces by master jewelers are represented. Featuring pieces from turn-of-the-last-century Art Nouveau, 1920s Art Deco, 1950s and 60s jet-set, and 1970s individualism, from Fabergi, Lalique, Tiffany, Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Bulgari, and even from fashion houses such as Chanel and Christian Dior, this gorgeous volume will delight jewelry aficionados and gardening enthusiasts alike.
National Gem Collection by
Published to coincide with the opening of the Smithsonian's newly reconstructed gem and mineral hall, this volume offers an overview of the world of gems. It focuses on over 10,000 gemstones and jewellery pieces in Washington's National Museum of Natural History, including the Hope Diamond.
Jewelry's Shining Stars by
Jewelry's Shining Stars is a celebration of a generation of independent fine jewelry designers/artists who are shaping today's collectibles and tomorrow's heirlooms. With a foreword by renowned designer Stephen Webster, this book features 38 talents who cross the boundaries of art, function and wearability to form a distinctive imprint on contemporary jewelry. As the current and future influencers, they shine brightly and are evolving with time and perseverance, while bringing out the collector in a new age of women. In this four-color elegant coffee table book, Beth Bernstein historian, writer and connoisseur of precious jewels gives us an informative, vivid and lively insider s peek into the imaginations, sensibilities and personalities of each designer through quotes, anecdotes and tales of inspiration. From Todd Reed's pioneering, rough and raw diamonds into coveted one-of-a-kind pieces to K. Brunini's introduction of organic forms and non-precious materials into precious jewelry to Arman Sarkisyan's intricate, award-winning and sometimes ironic museum-quality works, these are just a few of the diverse talents featured in this book. The jewelry showcased is meant to be worn and treasured by women who understand and relate to the hearts, souls and boundless imagination of these individual artists all of whom are carving out an enduring role in jewelry's timeline and have earned their place in this art form s rich history.
Creating Beauty: Jewelry and Enamels of the American Arts & Crafts Movement by
More than 530 beautifully photographed examples of jewelry and art-enamel work glow from the pages of this first comprehensive study of the work and aesthetic vision of the American Arts & Crafts movement. The lives and art of the era's top craftsmen--84 jewelers, enamelists, and metalsmiths--are explained with careful consideration to the contexts and influences that shaped them. The belief that beauty should be part of everyday life was paramount in the design reform movements of the early 20th century. Dozens of creators are featured here, including Josephine Hartwell Shaw, Frank Gardner Hale, Robert Riddle Jarvie, the Kalo Shop, Louis Comfort Tiffany, and the Roycroft. Although jewelry and enamelwork pieces received appreciative critical acclaim in that period, during today's revival of interest in the US Arts & Crafts movement, they have attracted scant attention from art historians. This collection fills that void and is a valuable resource for collectors and historians.
Fine Jewelry Couture: Contemporary Heirlooms by
Fine Jewelry Couture features the work of over 35 of the most exciting jewelry designers working across the globe today. Whether up-and-coming practitioners or established names, these artists are creating fine jewelry of a couture standard, showcasing prodigious skill and individuality. In the construction of theirpieces, priceless gemstones may be used, but so may semiprecious stones and non-precious materials such as mammoth tusks and bird feathers. This is the first book to celebrate this growing segment of the jewelry industry: high-end luxe pieces, boasting experimental approaches, exquisite craftsmanship and extraordinary attention to detail. These are the new contemporary heirlooms. Hundreds of images showcase a broad range of designs and styles, whether Aida Bergsen's flora and fauna-inspired pieces featuring emerald-studded frogs and diamond-encrusted salamanders, Elie Top's ingenious talismans of celestially pivoting yellow gold spheres that are a feat of mathematical precision, Katherine Jetter's creations with bravura use of glowing opals, or Autore's works displaying signature South Sea pearls. All share a dedication to the highest caliber materials, the most artful construction and a highly attuned sense of aesthetics. Design expert Olivier Dupon has used his keen eye and creative flair to select the cream of today's independent jewelers. Complete with artworks and sketches by designers, and biographies highlighting working practices and key sources of inspiration, this is the perfect curated resource for both aficionados and professionals who wish to view the work of some of the most visionary practitioners working in the field of fine jewelry today.
Made by Cartier: 150 Years of Tradition and Innovation by
The unlimited creativity of Carrier is reflected in these stunning objects of elegance, expanding beyond the bounds of watches and jewellery. From cameo cuff links to a blue leather beauty case (complete with ivory travel clock, gold cigarette case, and enamel aton-dzer), to ivory swizzle sticks and a black crystal panther, the objects depicted here reflect a rich variety of artistic inspiration.
The Celts by
Before its decline in the first century B.C., the Celtic world stretched from the British Isles to the Carpathian Mountains and Asia Minor, and the Celts possessed their own vital and highly original civilization, revealed in the rich profusion of ornamental motifs that decorate Celtic weapons and artefacts. Their traditions live on in customs, names, and crafts, and they contributed greatly to the formation of Europe. Archaeological excavations have recovered some of the beautiful treasures of the Celts, as well as much evidence of their social and economic life. This revised paperback edition of the landmark volume that accompanied an exhibition at the Palazzo Grassi takes the reader on a voyage through many eras, places, and themes to rediscover the story of a people still in some ways shrouded in mystery. It reveals the aggressive voyages of the Celts to the shores of foreign civilizations, and evidence of their great sophistication-- the Gallic calendar, their advanced agricultural techniques, their craftsmanship and metalwork. Written by scholars in the field, this is the ideal handbook on the Celtic culture.
Celtic Britain and Ireland by
"Dozens of sites, in England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales, have turned up numerous treasures of Celtic art, including ceramics, metalwork, manuscripts and coins. Many of the most noteworthy and beautiful, some not previously published, are illustrated and described here in detail, such as the 'Tara' Brooch and the Monymusk Reliquary, along with less well known but equally interesting and attractive pieces." "A picture emerges of a society in a continual state of flux, reflecting the effects of Roman and Viking invasions and their influence on the indigenous population. As well as war and peace, religion and commerce are considered as determining forces and we see how these affect regional variations in style and development. The role and status of the artist/craftsman and the objects they produced is also considered, along with the functions of the pieces and the techniques that were used in their creation."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Celtic Myths and Legends by
Masterful retelling of Irish and Welsh stories and tales of the Ultonian and Ossianic cycles, the voyage of Maeldun, and the myths and tales of the Cymry (Welsh). Favorite and familiar stories of Cuchulain, King Arthur, Deirdre, the Grail, many more. First paperback edition. 58 full-page drawings and 18 figures. Genealogical Tables.
Boring Postcards USA by
In Boring PostcardsMagnum photographer and postcard enthusiast Martin Parr brought together 160 of the dullest postcards of 1950s, 60s and 70s Britain to make a book that was, contrary to the conceit of its title, both fascinating and extremely funny. It was one of those ideas that seemed so obvious that no one could believe it hadn't been done before, and it caught the public imagination in a big way. In Britain Boring Postcardswas discussed everywhere from daytime TV shows to art and design magazines, from local newspapers and radio stations (outraged that their town should be labelled 'boring') to Timemagazine. Now Parr has turned his attention to the USA for a new book of Boring Postcards. Just as before, for a postcard to qualify as sufficiently 'boring', either its composition, its content, or the characters featured must be arguably boring or the photograph must be absent of anything that might conventionally be described as interesting. As the study of postcards becomes a field of academic interest, this book offers more than amusement: as a folk art recording of the non-places and non-events of post-war America, it reveals poignant insights into its social, cultural and architectural values.
Playing with Pictures: the art of Victorian photocollage by
Human heads on animal bodies, people in fanciful landscapes, faces that are deftly morphed into common household objects--these are among the Victorian experiments in photocollage seen and explained in this marvelous book. With sharp wit and dramatic shifts of scale, these images flouted the serious conventions of photography in the 1860s and 1870s. Often made by women for albums, they reveal the educated minds and accomplished hands of their makers, taking on the new theory of evolution, addressing the changing role of photography, and challenging the strict conventions of aristocratic society. Although these photocollages may seem wonderfully odd to us now, the authors argue that they are actually perfectly in keeping with the Victorian sensibility that embraced juxtaposition and variety. This delightful book, the first to examine comprehensively the little-known phenomenon of Victorian photocollage, presents imagery that has rarely--and, in many cases, never--been displayed or reproduced. Illuminating text provides a history of Victorian photocollage albums, identifies the common motifs found in them, and demonstrates the distinctly modern character of the medium, which paved the way for the future avant-garde potential of both photography and collage.
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William Wegman: Polaroids by
For almost 25 years, William Wegman has been producing photographs with the 20 x 24 Polaroid camera. This body of work began in 1979, when Wegman - already well known in the art world for his wry video and conceptual photographic work - was invited by Polaroid to try out this unusual camera. When Wegman and his dog, Man Ray, travelled to Boston to use the camera for the first time, a remarkable collaboration was launched. After Man Ray died in 1982, Wegman continued his exploration of the medium with non-canine subjects. In the late 1980s, he began to work with the dog Fay Ray and an expanding universe of her progeny.
Big Art Small Art by
Scale is being taken to new extremes in art: from Luke Jerram's microbiological clear-glass sculptures and Klari Reis's petri dish paintings, to Lilian Bourgeat's oversized furniture and stemware and Janet Echelman's 230-foot-long aerial sculpture that was installed over the Amstel River in Amsterdam. Art lovers are forced to examine these massive or tiny works through a new perspective. Featured here are forty-five cutting-edge artists from around the world who are revolutionizing our approach to scale in art, using crafted or found objects, unusual materials, texture, color, and patina to create a sense of wonder in which we think afresh about function, appearance, beauty, and aesthetics. The book is divided into two sections: Big Art and Small Art. The artists showcased are innovative in their choice of materials, which include plastic bags (Pascale Marthine Tayou) crayons and pencils (Diem Chau), leaves (Lorenzo Manuel Durán), inflatables (Choi Jeong Hwa),and digital media (Yang Yongliang). Stylishly designed and highly accessible, this is the first book to bring together in one volume the very best examples of big and small art of the twenty-first century.
John Margolies's Miniature Golf by
Recollectibles delight popular culture collectors and graphic designers with their interesting design and intriguing subjects. Each book has a unique and engaging cover that is sure to charm people everywhere.
Hats: status, style, and glamour by 
