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Featuring Force-wielding snowball fights, gingerbread Death Stars, sledding with Han Solo, and much more, this charming family album of festivity in Jeffrey Brown's now-classic NEW YORK TIMES bestselling Vader series is the stocking stuffer of the season for fans across the galaxy far, far away.

Photographer Petra Collins and actor Alexa Demie create nine erotic stories in a contemporary reimagining of a fairy-tale book.

Learn to draw 28 tropical rainforest animals from scratch in a few easy steps.

This book is filled with a year's worth of weekly commissions and concepts for conceiving and composing powerful black and white images.

The sixth book in the bestselling 'Master Guide to Drawing Anime' series focuses on using principles of figure drawing to create anime characters and scenes.

Peter Lindbergh and Azzedine Alaia, the photographer and the couturier, were united by their love of black, a love that they would cultivate alike in silver print and solid color garments. Accompanying the exhibition Azzedine Alaia, Peter Lindbergh at the Fondation Azzedine Alaia in Paris, this book celebrates their artistic partnership.

This definitive book describes Georges Braque's pioneering role in the revolutionary foundation and development of Cubism.

This new, enlarged and updated edition gives readers an overview of fashion history from the first civilizations to today's most recent trends, through in-depth text, explanatory drawings, photographs and artworks.

Gas Fired Kilns is for people who want to take their pottery firing to the next level with their own kiln. Whether you have made a kiln before or not, or if you need to learn how to fire an existing kiln, this book will help you reach your objectives. Live flames bring the magic of reduction firing, raku, saggar and soda firing within reach. A clean firing gas kiln is a cost effective alternative to buying an electric kiln, and it has much more to offer the ceramicist. Gas can also be used in urban areas where wood firing is prohibited. With the emphasis on practical innovation and clear explanation, this book gives step by step guidance for making three types of gas fired kiln, including an electric kiln to gas conversion, each with a detailed description of how it is fired. In addition to kiln plans and information on the types of burners to use, there are chapters on how to get the best from your gas firings. Finally there are glaze recipes to try, that exploit the capabilities of live flame firing. The book has numerous technical drawings and photographs to illustrate the kiln builds. With Gas Fired Kilns providing conceptual insight and suggesting practical approaches, the reader will have the confidence to take the next step on their journey into ceramics. Chris Barnes is a selected member of the Craft Potters Association UK and a teacher of pottery to adults and children.

A compilation of over 200 breathtaking aerial images taken over the past decade by "Curves" magazine photographer Stephen Bogner, capturing stunning mountain passes, hairpin turns, switchbacks, and scenic roads around the world. Text in English and German.

The first major book in two decades by the pioneering underwater photographer, beloved as the 'Audubon of the sea'

"A work of literary non-fiction about the life of architect Minoru Yamasaki (architect of the Twin Towers), but also a parallel narrative about an artist (the author) interrogating art and architecture's role in culture in NYC"--

A stunning collection of homes and studios of 15 extraordinary artists, from painter Georgia O Keeffe s Ghost Ranch and sculptor Isamu Noguchi s Japanese retreat to new discoveries such as Gordon Onslow Ford s California haven.

Delve into the mesmerizing world of Johannes Vermeer with 'Vermeer. The Complete Works. 40th Ed.', penned by the renowned author, Karl Schütz. Published in 2021, this book is a comprehensive collection of Vermeer's complete works, offering readers an in-depth look into the life and masterpieces of one of the world's most celebrated painters. This book belongs to the genre of Art History, making it a must-have for art enthusiasts and historians alike. Each page is filled with rich descriptions and vivid illustrations, reflecting Vermeer's exceptional talent and unique style. The book is published by Taschen GmbH, a publisher known for its quality publications in the field of art and history. Written in English, this book is not just a visual treat but also a literary masterpiece. It is an excellent addition to your library, providing insights into Vermeer's artistic journey and his contribution to the world of art.

To many, it seemed as though Lizzo shot to fame overnight. But long-time fans, like author Billie Oliver, know this is hardly the case. Lizzös story is one of tireless persistence, in an industry and media landscape where she was often made to feel like she didn¿t belong. Well, you better believe that never stopped Lizzo.Lizzobangers, her debut album, dropped in 2014 and piqued the interest of the American music industry. There were murmurs, and some collaborations (*cough* Prince *cough*). But it was from 2016 onwards, as Lizzös hilarious online presence grew in step with her status as a body positivity and self-love advocate, that her ascent to global stardom began.All the while, Lizzo maintained her brand of I-don¿t-give-a-f**k sincerity that many of us now aspire to. Or at least enjoy watching. How many other artists can claim to have twerked on stages around the world while playing classical flute?This book offers 50 pieces of Lizzös story as a tribute to an icon who truly shines (and lets us all shine too).

A comprehensive how-to manual of Polyface Farm‿s signature designs--with tips, tricks, and a half century of lessons learned through trial and errorHave you wondered how to build the Polyface broiler shelter, or the dolly to move it, or an Eggmobile, Gobbledygo or Shademobile? For folks getting started, folks adding enterprises, or folks wanting a cheaper bootstrap way to build portable livestock infrastructure, Polyface Designs has all the diagrams and do-it-yourself building specifications. Joel Salatin wrote the text and Polyface former apprentice and engineer extraordinaire Chris Slattery did the drawings. Ultimately practical, the book includes how to build a corral, a home-made head gate and even how to select the right axle for your project. Square footage requirements for the deep bedding hay shed and area advice for pig pastures make this the definitive repository for a lifetime of Polyface experimentation. A massive volume, its 568 pages are in full color and beautiful enough to be a coffee table book even though you‿ll use it in your shop. Don‿t let the cover price scare you; one building tip can more than save the price of the book.

Explore the creative evolution of James Cameron through this exclusive journey into his personal art archives, showcasing a range of rare and never-before-seen works from the acclaimed director's private collection.

Immerse yourself in the jewel-toned world of artist Devin Elle Kurtz, where people and animals, real or imagined, live together.

A creepy magician with a shadowy act. A legend that goes back to the dawn of time. Eerie-on-Sea just got stranger. And darker...A mysterious stage magician has set up in the theatre at the end of the pier, with an act so hypnotic and strange that Herbie Lemon and his friend Violet Parma suspect dark forces are at work. Meanwhile, folk are disappearing from Eerie-on-Sea, and no one knows why. There is an Eerie legend that goes back to the dawn of time, about a creature made of darkness that devours the shadows of the living. But could the Shadowghast really have returned?

INSTANT NATIONAL BESTSELLER! An album-by-album celebration of the life and music of Mac Miller through oral histories, intimate reflections, and critical examinations of his enduring work.

Drawing is not a talent, it's a skill anyone can learn. This is the philosophy of drawing instructor Brent Eviston based on his more than twenty years of teaching. He has tested numerous types of drawing instruction from centuries old classical techniques to contemporary practices and designed an approach that combines tried and true techniques with innovative methods of his own. Now, he shares his secrets with this book that provides the most accessible, streamlined, and effective methods for learning to draw. This guide includes everything needed to get started creating beautiful art, including: -Basic Skills: Familiarizing yourself with the best materials and fundamental skills.-Dynamic Mark Making: Bringing your drawings to life with dynamic and engaging mark making.-Form and Space: Learning to draw in three dimensions, giving your drawings a dramatic sense of volumes and deep space.-Measuring and Proportion: Using a series of measuring tools and strategies that will take the guesswork our of the drawing process.-Contours: Learn to draw complex, volumetric form using three kinds of contour lines. Including information on foreshortening, one of the most sought after drawing skills.-Shading Fundamentals: Drawing with dramatic light and shadow.Taking the reader through the entire process, beginning with the most basic skills to more advanced such as volumetric drawing, shading, and figure sketching, this book contains numerous projects and guidance on what and how to practice. It also features instructional images and diagrams as well as finished drawings. With this book and a dedication to practice, anyone can learn to draw!

HOW TO BE A MOONFLOWER, the new book from bestselling author Katie Daisy, celebrates the magic and mystery of the world at night.

With an ironic and brazen look, Lisette Model was able to capture in her shots the most grotesque aspects of postwar American society. Text in English and Italian.