art an interactive guide mifflin lowe

Fall in love with art the Bushel Peck way! Explore 150 of the world s greatest works of art -- interactively -- with flaps, translucent pages, colour wheels, and hidden gems on every page. In museums, we re often told look with your eyes at famous paintings adoring the walls. But, what if a child could follow their impulse, reach out, and touch a masterpiece! This thrilling, interactive book allows kids of all ages to go beyond the world of sight, exploring art like never before -- interacting with Mona Lisa, van Gogh, and other artists with lift flaps, folding booklets, secret pockets, and other hidden treasures! Come along on this 3-D journey and discover the secrets of the masters -- the paintings, the techniques -- and why these works of art are still studied, revered, and cherished to this day. Featured artists include: Vincent van Gogh, Frida Kahlo, Gustav Klimt, Pablo Picasso, Claude Monet, Mary Cassat, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Georgia O Keeffe, and many, many more!

Objev podobné jako Art: An Interactive Guide - Mifflin Lowe

What s so great about a Hogarth? Why should we care about a shark in a tank? What does it matter that they are both British artworks? This short but very opinionated guide takes you on a whirlwind tour of 65 iconic artworks, and explains in no uncertain terms why they matter and why British Art is amongst the most exciting in the world. Lucy Davies shares the stories and meaning behind these wonderful works of art with wit and wisdom. This book features faithful colour reproductions in an elegant hardback. The first book in a new series of Opinionated Guides on art movements, mediums and ideas which builds on the success of Hoxton Mini Press Opinionated Guides to London.

Objev podobné jako An Opinionated Guide to British Art - Lucy Davies

Explore the creative possibilities of this incredibly versatile range of glazes with this comprehensive guide for ceramic artists of all levels.Unlock the world of low-fire glazes with The Complete Guide to Low-Fire Glazes for Potters and Sculptors. Potter, podcaster, and author of Mastering the Potter’s Wheel, Ben Carter, challenges the belief that serious artists work exclusively with high-temperature materials, sharing years of research on crafting exquisite low-fire pots and glazes. Delve into the benefits of firing at lower temperatures, explore the visual nuances of low-fire glazes, and witness renowned artists thriving in this temperature range.Illustrated with stunning photography of work by Carter and other artists, this visually captivating resource covers:Insights into the benefits and visual attributes of low-fire glazesGuidance on setting up a glaze labAn explanation of how glaze is formulatedTroubleshooting tips for common glaze faultsDesigning and making test tilesTechniques for layering, using glaze as form, integrating decals, atmospheric firing, and moreTried-and-true glaze recipes—from gloss to satin, matte, and tin—for varied finishes and color creationWhether you are new to the world of ceramic glazes or looking to expand your knowledge of low-fire glazes, The Complete Guide to Low-Fire Glazes is your path through a world of artistic possibilities.The Mastering Ceramics series is for artists who never stop learning. With compelling projects, expert insight, step-by-step photos, and galleries of work from today’s top artists, these books are the perfect studio companions.Also available from the series: Amazing Glaze, Amazing Glaze Recipes and Combinations, Mastering Sculpture: The Figure in Clay, Mastering Kilns and Firing, Mastering Hand Building, and Mastering the Potter’s Wheel.

Objev podobné jako The Complete Guide to Low-Fire Glazes for Potters and Sculptors - Ben Carter

We all know that London has some of the best museums and collections in the world. But it is the plethora of pop-up galleries, experimental street art, open studios and creative workshops that truly make this artistic city a masterpiece. We will show you where to find the best of London s art scene, from independent galleries to treasured supply shops and printmakers off the beaten track. Whether it s a free exhibition or lunch at a restaurant designed by an artist, an evening class or an art trail; discover the creative side of the city from a highly opinionated insider s perspective.

Objev podobné jako An Opinionated Guide to Art London - Christina Brownová

From Ukrainian pansky eggs to politically charged quilts, these 65 folk artworks challenge our preconceptions about what constitutes art, how it should be made, and who should make it.The best art isn’t just created in art schools. Scratched into cave walls, molded in clay, embroidered onto clothing, sketched in the margins, painted on scrap cardboard in time snatched after work, perhaps in secret. Art is not only made inside academies and institutions by people with money and training, though sometimes the canon suggests otherwise. From Ukrainian pansky eggs to politically charged quilts, these 65 artworks challenge our preconceptions about what constitutes art, how it should be made and who should make it.

Objev podobné jako An Opinionated Guide to Folk Art - Farah Abdessamad

Dive into the vibrant world of street art with this updated and expanded edition, packed with fresh content, photos of stunning art works, and insights into top artists from around the world: the ultimate guide to understanding and appreciating this ever-evolving art form. Unthinkable a few years ago, street art is in the meantime being recognized by institutions and private galleries around the world as part of their collections. This comprehensive book by Magda Danysz, a renowned expert in this dynamic art form, explores the history and evolution of street art from its rebellious beginnings in the mid-1970s to its present-day influence, as well as the way artists are now using traditional techniques and the popular art of the 20th century and applying it to their specific urban surroundings. It delves into the unique features, codes, and language of street art, highlighting major artists like Seen, Futura, JonOne, Shepard Fairey, Space Invader, JR, and VHILS, and speaks of their political and social engagement and how their art reflects both the global crises and the rejection of the advertising industry and the institutionalization of the art world. Rich with anecdotes and stunning photographs, the anthology offers an immersive experience, showcasing how street art has transformed both cityscapes and galleries. The new edition is packed with fresh content, artworks, and photos, providing the most current perspective on the street art scene. It emphasizes the diverse techniques and formats artists use, demonstrating their engagement with significant social issues and their commitment to a lively dialogue with society. The book also traces the ongoing emergence of new talent from around the globe, reinforcing the notion that street art is not only a reflection of contemporary issues but also an integral part of urban mythology. With its in-depth analysis and visual appeal, Street Art: An Illustrated Anthology serves as the ultimate guide for anyone interested in understanding the profound impact of street art, reminding us that art transcends museum walls, turning cities into open-air galleries. AUTHOR: Magda Danysz, a gallery owner and recognized expert, reveals everything there is to know about street art with an easily comprehensible and entertaining style in this unique, updated and richly illustrated anthology. This volume retraces the history of the genre from its beginnings in the mid-1970s to the current issues that surround it today. This historical journey is dotted with portraits of the big international names from the field - the author knows mostly personally . and dives deep into one of the major currents of contemporary art. SELLING POINTS: . This updated and enlarged anthology allows to discover the history of the street art. . The book is richly illustrated keeping the balance between text and illustrations. . It is an entertaining book written in a clear style. . Some artists included are: Bansky, Basquiat, Blek le Rat, Crash, Dondi, Futura, Jayone, Jonone, Jr, Keith Haring, Lee Quinones, Lokiss, Ludo, Obey, Os Gemeos, Pignon Ernest, Quick, Rammellzee, Seen, Skki, Space Invader, Swoon, Vhils, Villegle, Zevs and many others. . The reader gets to know every single aspect of street art. Information obtained directly from the people involved in the street art movement themselves.

Objev podobné jako Street Art: An Illustrated Anthology (New, Updated and Enlarged) - Magda Danysz

How to Kill Your Family meets The Power in this entertaining and thought-provoking read, that asks: If you had the power between life and death, what would you do? Thea has a secret. She can tell how long someone has left to live just by touching them. Not only that, but she can transfer life from one person to another – something she finds out the hard way when her best friend Ruth suffers a fatal head injury on a night out. Desperate to save her, Thea touches the arm of the man responsible when he comes to check if Ruth is all right. As Ruth comes to, the man quietly slumps to the ground, dead. Thea realises that she has a godlike power: but despite deciding to use her ability for good, she can’t help but sometimes use it for her own benefit. Boss annoying her at work? She can take some life from them and give it as a tip to her masseuse for a great job. Creating an ‘Ethical Guide to Murder’ helps Thea to focus her new-found skills. But as she embarks on her mission to punish the wicked and give the deserving more time, she finds that it isn’t as simple as she first thought. How can she really know who deserves to die, and can she figure out her own rules before Ruth’s borrowed time runs out? ‘Relatable, poignant, and filled with unexpected twists, An Ethical Guide to Murder is near-impossible to put down. I was hooked all the way up to the ending, which I can #39;t stop thinking about. A must-read for 2025’ Jenny Hollander, author of Everyone Who Can Forgive Me Is Dead ‘An Ethical Guide to Murder is a fabulous book! Jenny Morris has taken the with great power comes great responsibility concept and applied it to someone who struggles to be responsible for her own laundry. Thea is a relatable, messy character whose trials and tribulations kept me laughing all the way to the emotional gut punch. What a marvellous debut!’ Alice Bell, author of Grave Expectations ‘An Ethical Guide to Murder is the best type of book – one that’s as entertaining as it is thought-provoking. With Thea, Jenny Morris has created one of the most interesting characters that I’ve read in a long time’ Kellye Garrett, award winning author of Missing White Woman ‘Is Thea a serial killer? Is she an avenging angel? Maybe she’s both. Fresh and fun, I loved this original take on the crime genre. Combining ethics with a good old revenge story, I raced through this unexpectedly poignant novel. A fabulous debut!’ Sam Holland, author of The Echo Man

Objev podobné jako An Ethical Guide To Murder - Jenny Morris

#39;[A] belting debut . . . This is high-concept, high-octane, hi-jinks and I #39;m here for it #39; Maz Evans ‘This original read is dark, funny and gripping’ heat, Book of the WeekHow to Kill Your Family meets The Power in this entertaining and thought-provoking read, that asks: If you had the power between life and death, what would you do? Thea has a secret. She can tell how long someone has left to live just by touching them. Not only that, but she can transfer life from one person to another – something she finds out the hard way when her best friend Ruth suffers a fatal head injury on a night out. Desperate to save her, Thea touches the arm of the man responsible when he comes to check if Ruth is all right. As Ruth comes to, the man quietly slumps to the ground, dead. Thea realises that she has a godlike power: but despite deciding to use her ability for good, she can’t help but sometimes use it for her own benefit. Boss annoying her at work? She can take some life from them and give it as a tip to her masseuse for a great job. Creating an ‘Ethical Guide to Murder’ helps Thea to focus her new-found skills. But as she embarks on her mission to punish the wicked and give the deserving more time, she finds that it isn’t as simple as she first thought. How can she really know who deserves to die, and can she figure out her own rules before Ruth’s borrowed time runs out? ‘Jenny Morris’ remarkable debut novel resembles Naomi Alderman’s The Power, but she limits the ability to harm and sets the story in the present, not the future…(a) clever, beguiling novel’ The Times ‘Relatable, poignant, and filled with unexpected twists, An Ethical Guide to Murder is near-impossible to put down. I was hooked all the way up to the ending, which I can #39;t stop thinking about. A must-read for 2025’ Jenny Hollander ‘An Ethical Guide to Murder is a fabulous book! Jenny Morris has taken the with great power comes great responsibility concept and applied it to someone who struggles to be responsible for her own laundry. Thea is a relatable, messy character whose trials and tribulations kept me laughing all the way to the emotional gut punch. What a marvellous debut!’ Alice Bell ‘An Ethical Guide to Murder is the best type of book – one that’s as entertaining as it is thought-provoking. With Thea, Jenny Morris has created one of the most interesting characters that I’ve read in a long time’ Kellye Garrett

Objev podobné jako An Ethical Guide To Murder - Jenny Morris

Wilding: How to Bring Wildlife Back - An Illustrated Guide is a stunningly beautiful gift book written by Isabella Tree which tells the story of the Knepp Estate in West Sussex. It is illustrated in full colour with lino prints and watercolours by Angela Harding (A Year Unfolding) and photographs from Knepp.Knepp is now home to some of the rarest and most beautiful creatures in the UK, including nightingales, kingfishers, turtle doves and peregrine falcons, hazel dormice and harvest mice, scarce chaser dragonflies and purple emperor butterflies. The sheer abundance of life is staggering too. When you walk out into the scrubland on an early spring morning the sound of birdsong is so loud it feels like itÂ’s vibrating in your lungs. This is the story of Knepp, and a guide telling you how to bring wildlife back where you live.Includes timelines, an indepth look at rewilding, spotlight features about native animals including species that have returned and thrive - butterflies, bats, owls and beetles. There are accessible in-garden activities to re-wild your own spaces and the book encourages you to slow down and observe the natural world around you, understand the connections between species and habitats, and the huge potential for life right on your doorstep.

Objev podobné jako Wilding: How to Bring Wildlife Back - an Illustrated Guide - Isabella Tree

Take a tour through the history of painting from the Early Renaissance to modern day in this richly illustrated hardback guide, filled with spectacular full-colour artwork.Great artists change the way we look at the world. From Manet to Goya, and Rothko to Caravaggio, this comprehensive guide traces the development of artistic styles and the spot connections between them. Discover the major movements in western painting, and the life and times of the influential artists whose experimentation paved the way.• Suitable for everybody, from the casual reader to students of art history • A clear chronological structure allows the reader to see each movement in its historical context and to appreciate the patterns that emerge • A comprehensive overview of painting, from the sacred beauty of Giotto s The Raising of Lazarus to Gerhard Richter and Luc Tuymans • Includes an essay on the development of painting techniques throughout the ages • Features more than 150 beautiful reproductionsWith feature boxes, timelines and examples throughout this is an ideal introduction for students, artists and enthusiasts looking to refresh their knowledge of the story of western art.

Objev podobné jako The History of Art - AN Hodge

From the creators of the podcast and bestselling book Ghibliotheque, this is a young film fan s comprehensive guide to one of the most exciting and influential film studios in cinema history, NOW FEATURING an all-new section to celebrate 40 years of Studio Ghibli. This new section includes a look at The Boy and the Heron, as well as an overview of Studio Ghibli s theatre productions My Neighbor Totoro and Spirited Away, plus information on Ghibli Park, Japan s amazing Studio Ghibli theme park.Hello from Ghibliotheque! We are Michael and Jake, and together we make a podcast called Ghibliotheque, all about the films of the legendary Japanese animation company, Studio Ghibli. We think that Studio Ghibli has made some of the greatest films of all time, like My Neighbor Totoro, Kiki s Delivery Service, Princess Mononoke, and Spirited Away. We love nothing more than sharing these films with other people, whether that s by watching them together on the big screen, or writing a book like the one you re holding right now. This book is our handy, illustrated guide to the world of Studio Ghibli, a world that is like no other. Over the following pages you ll meet strong heroes, get to know wild and beguiling creatures, taste mouth-watering food, and travel via fast and fantastical modes of transportation. There is so much to explore and discover, so let s quote the motto of the Ghibli Museum in Tokyo, and say: let s get lost, together. Enjoy! Across eight chapters, we will get up close and personal with the movies, learn who s who at the Oscar-winning studio and explore the impact that Ghibli World has left on our planet.

Objev podobné jako An Unofficial Guide to the World of Studio Ghibli UPDATED EDITION - Michael Leader, Jake Cunningham

An Informal Guide to Workwear offers a fascinating overview of some of the most important workwear pieces, discussing their history, function, construction and materials.Workwear has transcended its utilitarian roots to become a staple in modern wardrobes. Originally designed for labour-intensive jobs, todayâ ™s workwear blends durable, well-made and sustainable clothing with fashion. In a world of increasingly fast fashion, workwear provides a sustainable alternative as a statement of endurance and quality. An Informal Guide to Workwear explores the links to the past and the incredible history of how this style became a staple. Workwear pieces include:â ¢ berets, popularised by Claude Monet and Che Guevara, among othersâ ¢ blue jeans, America s sartorial gift to the worldâ ¢ the siren suit, famously worn by Winston Churchill during the warâ ¢ the shop coat, donned by Christian Dior in a show of democratic solidarity with the workers in his atelierFeaturing vibrant illustrations by Michael Parkin, this book is perfect for anyone interested in discovering more about the history of fashion and style.Â

Objev podobné jako An Informal Guide to Workwear - A.W. Sylvester

An Identification Guide to Garden Insects of Britain and North-West Europe is a photographic identification guide to 150 species of insect most commonly found in the gardens of Britain and North-West Europe.

Objev podobné jako An Identification Guide to Garden Insects of Britain and North-West Europe - Dominic Couzens, Gail Ashton

Enter the exciting world of Manga Art, where the coolest characters from across the world of manga are brought together.Inside are 45 gorgeous scenes combining popular tropes, settings and themes from across the manga realm. From steampunk adventurers in fantastic worlds, to bubblegum pop girls in sci-fi cities, each page is waiting to be brought to life with your own choice of colours.Encounter unlikely heroes and villains, headphone-clad punks, rebel street fighters, ninja girls, samurai princesses, surreal animal mash-ups and much, much more.Each highly detailed piece has been lovingly crafted by expert manga artists working out of a specialist studio in Singapore.

Objev podobné jako Manga Art - Jolene Yeo, Shirley Tan, Low Zi Rong

Whether you are flirting with leaving the capital for good or fancy a daytrip to Margate or the South Downs for some much-needed country air, this small guide is an unashamedly opinionated guide to the very best places to get some release from city life in these dificult Covid times. Coastal walks, boutique hotels, top restaurants, wild swimming - there is much to discover within a short train ride from the capital, and so much to remind us that life is not quite as compressed and stressed as it seems.

Objev podobné jako An Opinionated Guide: Escape London - Sonya Barber

Underwater Guide to the Red Sea introduces over 1,000 species of invertebrate and over 200 species of coral, forming the basis of a marine eco-system which includes 1,100 species of fish, of which just under 20% are endemic. The high level of endemism is one of the main factors that makes scuba diving in Egypt so attractive. The dive sites offer unobstructed opportunities to spot tropical marine life in crystal-clear waters, ranging from sharks and dolphins to gorgonian fans and feather-stars. Diving types include shallow patch reefs, drift dives and walls, and a collection of some of the most interesting wrecks you are likely to find anywhere, including the world-famous Carnatic and Thistlegorm wrecks. Many of the reefs stretch out far into the sea and form intricate labyrinths of plateaus, lagoons, caves and gardens. Divided into three parts, the first is an introduction to diving and snorkelling in the Red Sea including what to expect and where to base yourself; next a guide to the best sites for diving and snorkelling; and finally a photographic identification of 282 of the most common species of fish, invertebrates, corals and megafauna.

Objev podobné jako An Underwater Guide to the Red Sea (2nd) - Lawson Wood

From the authors of Taking the Plunge, this is an expert guide to how, when and why to enjoy wild swimming adventures in Ireland. Filled to the brim with advice from seasoned swimmers and over 100 locations accessible via QR code, The Art of Wild Swimming: Ireland is an invaluable guide for everyone from beginners to regular wild swimmers.

Objev podobné jako The Art of Wild Swimming: Ireland - Vicky Allan, Anna Deacon

LEGO® Star Wars™ fans will love this packed box full of cosmic trivia and adventures.Build your Han Solo minifigure before exploring the two books and discovering the secrets of Master Yoda, Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia and other galactic favourites.Included is an epic guide book full of facts and info about the heroes, villains, planets, droids and starships of the LEGO® Star Wars™ world. Meet Obi-Wan Kenobi, Darth Vader, Chewbacca and more recent characters including Rey, Finn and Kylo Ren.Also inside is an activity pad containing puzzles, challenges and colouring pages.May the Force be with you!© TM Lucasfilm Ltd.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2024 The LEGO Group.

Objev podobné jako LEGO® Star Warsâ„¢: Explore the Galaxy: An Epic Guide (with Han Solo minifigure) - Buster Books, LEGO®

Mingle with the most extravagant handlebar moustaches in Britain, pay your respects at the dog cemetery in Hyde Park, visit a Masonic temple, take trapeze lessons in a former power station, pray in a floating church, sail on a disused reservoir, discover the stone from which Arthur drew Excalibur, admire the sacred penis of a pharaoh, take aim on the City s last bowling green, go stargazing at Greenwich Observatory, examine a rare cucumber straightener, a stuffed mermaid or a cow s heart... Far from the crowds and the usual cliches, London still holds hidden treasures for those who know how to wander off the beaten track. An indispensable guide for those who thought they knew London well, or who would like to discover the hidden face of the city.

Objev podobné jako Secret London - an Unusual Guide - Richard Howard

Hoxton Mini Press have made a name for themselves as a publisher that celebrates the creative and colourful character of east London. This is the third edition of their unashamedly biased, deeply opinionated (and very popular) guide to the area. With 20 new suggestions of where to eat, sleep, shop and drink this pocket-sized companion is the ultimate guide to the ever-changing face of east London, filled with beautiful photography, pithy reviews, a perfect weekend itinerary and a neighbourhood map showing where all of the places are located. It s a must for east London locals and first-time visitors alike.

Objev podobné jako An Opinionated Guide to East London (Third Edition) - Sonya Barber

Two expert writers, Sujata Burman and Rosa Bertoli, have joined forces with architectural photographer Taran Wilkhu to create an unashamedly confident guide to the must-see buildings in London, spanning all the architectural styles: from Art Deco to postmodern, brutalist to futuristic. Over 50 buildings are included alongside four maps with guided city walks.

Objev podobné jako An Opinionated Guide to London Architecture - Hoxton Mini Press

A Guide to Criminal Law, Revised edition, is a comprehensive guide to the legal system and the area of criminal law as it affects people in a day-to-day capacity. The book is clear and concise and covers all the relevant areas of the criminal justice system and is designed for those people who either wish to understand more about the legal system or wish to know more about a specific area of law. Case law to 2023 is covered.

Objev podobné jako An Emerald Guide to Criminal Law - Peter Robinson

London is full of things to do with kids. The problem is many of them are a high-stress, plastic-filled, over-priced parents nightmare. That s where our highly opinionated guide comes in. Emmy Watts (brilliant author of our Opinionated Guide to Kids London) is back with advice on the very best things to do with not-so-little Londoners. From climbing walls to trampoline parks, interactive art galleries to slime-making workshops, discover Emmy s unabashedly opinionated selection of the coolest, most creative places in the capital - guaranteed to inspire adults and big kids alike.

Objev podobné jako An Opinionated Guide to Big Kids

For as long as there’s been paint, there have been women painters - this book gathers together 65 female painters from throughout history and across the world.For as long as there’s been paint, there have been women painters – these are the painters you may not have heard of who have shaped the way we see. From artists at the forefront of the Dutch Golden Age to avant-garde radicals in Soviet Russia and surrealist thinkers in exile, this book gathers together 65 female painters from throughout history and across the world. This highly opinionated guide will tell you everything you need to know, and nothing that you don’t, about the women behind the canvas (and quite a bit about what’s on the canvas too). Witty opinion is set alongside faithful color reproductions in an elegant hardback that will persuade anyone that these female painters are worth knowing about. The first book in a new series of Opinionated Guides on art movements, mediums and ideas which builds on the success of Hoxton Mini Press Opinionated Guides to London.

Objev podobné jako An Opinionated Guide to Women Painters - Lucy Davies

A modern translation of the ancient Roman poet Ovid’s Remedies for Love—a witty and irreverent work about how to fall out of loveBreakups are the worst. On one scale devised by psychiatrists, only a spouse’s death was ranked as more stressful than a marital split. Is there any treatment for a breakup? The ancient Roman poet Ovid thought so.Having become famous for teaching the art of seduction in The Art of Love, he then wrote Remedies for Love (Remedia Amoris), which presents thirty-eight frank and witty strategies for coping with unrequited love, falling out of love, ending a relationship, and healing a broken heart. How to Get Over a Breakup presents an unabashedly modern prose translation of Ovid’s lighthearted and provocative work, complete with a lively introduction and the original Latin on facing pages. Ovid’s advice—which he illustrates with ingenious interpretations of classical mythology—ranges from the practical, psychologically astute, and profound to the ironic, deliberately offensive, and bizarre.Some advice is conventional—such as staying busy, not spending time alone, and avoiding places associated with an ex. Some is off-color, such as having sex until you’re sick of it. And some is simply and delightfully weird—such as becoming a lawyer and not eating arugula.Whether his advice is good or bad, entertaining or outrageous, How to Get Over a Breakup reveals an Ovid who sounds startlingly modern.

Objev podobné jako How to Get Over a Breakup: An Ancient Guide to Moving On - Publius Ovidius Naso

African-American art has made an increasingly vital contribution to the art of the United States from the time of its origins in early-eighteenth-century slave communities. Folk and decorative arts such as ceramics, furniture, and quilts are discussed alongside fine art -- sculpture, painting, and photography -- produced by African Americans, both enslaved and free, throughout the nineteenth century. Twentieth-century developments are given full coverage, particularly the New Negro Movement of the 1920s, the Era of Civil Rights and Black Nationalism through the 1960s and 1970s, and the emergence of new black artists and theorists in the 1980s and 1990s. New evidence has provided an exciting myriad of perspectives about African-American art, confirming that it represents the culture and society from which it emerges. Professor Patton explores significant issues such as the relationship of art and politics, the influence of galleries and museums, the growth of black universities, critical theory, the impact of artists collectives, and the assortment of art practices since the 1960s. African-American Art shows that in its cultural diversity and synthesis of cultures it mirrors those in American society as a whole. `African-American Art should be read by teachers, students, and writers, and on the shelves of every library. Professor Patton begins this impressive book with the slave ships that brought Africans to this country and gives evidence of the fine metalworking, carving, carpentry, basketry, weaving, and clay building skills passed from Africa through the works of valued but nameless slave-artisans. She tells how we learned accidentally about a few named artists like the slave, Scipio Moorhead, who in 1773 engraved the only surviving image of poet, Phyllis Wheatley. She describes the portraitists, furniture makers and highly skilled artisans. Sharon Patton follows a path leading from great African formal styles, which, mixed with the powerful expressive force of struggle and opposition, led to distinctive new ideasfrom the quilts of Harriet Powers in the late 1800s to the paintings of Jean Michel Basquiat in the 1980s. She helps the reader to think and search for the evidence of the art-making skills that not only survived the Middle Passage, but the many erasings of the auction block and racism s lack, little and denial. In a fine survey of contemporary African-American art and ideas complete with words from the artists themselvesPatton takes us first through its foundations and the through the movements, people and ideas that surrounded and generated this art. An art historian, curator, and scholar, Patton has produced a volume which, like no other, can be used both as an unusual reference book and a good read on an important part of American art. The illustrations are a special treat. Emma Amos, Artist Professor of Art, Rutgers University `For a long period of time there has been an acknowledged need for a comprehensive text that integrates the full range of African American artistry, the building crafts, slave craftsmanship, the decorative and the fine arts tradition into one scholarly document. Professor Patton has brought those elements of history into her text that are often omitted in the available texts on the subject of African-American art and much of what she has written is primary information not previously recorded outside the context of social history. The cultural context in which Professor Patton has written accounts of the artistry of African-American artists and craftsmen from the period of American slavery to the present is illuminating, analytically sound, and well documented. She has brought to the attention of the reader a number of topics such as Art Institutions and the Artist s Groups that have not been thoroughly discussed in previous texts on the subject. A subject such as The Plantation House , the place where many decorative arts originated in the slave society is a welcomed addition to Professor Patton s historical overview. David Driskell, Artist Distinguished University Professor of Art, University of Maryland `Sharon Patton has written a much needed text which surveys the broad scope of the history of African-American art from slavery to the present. She has followed a different tack, tracing art themes and their development throughout the history, rather than the influences of specific artists or periods. Thus, she shows how ideas such as crafts, formal painting and sculpture, or architecture, co-existed with equal importance to the culture from the times of the Colonies. In so doing, she breaks down the barrier between folk and formal art, and articulates an interrelationship of both concepts to African-American people and their culture. Her book expands the framework for the visual arts in the United States in the last two centuries. Professor Keith Morrison, Dean, College of Creative Arts, San Francisco State University

Objev podobné jako African-American Art - Sharon F. Patton

Hot on the heels of the Netflix show based on #GIRLBOSS comes Sophia Amoruso s new workbook of tips, doodles and fill-in-the-blanks that will help women become their best Girlboss yet. A graphic and whimsical guide filled with exercises, illustrations and plenty of scribble room, The Girlboss Workbook is designed for both dreamers and doers. It invites you (hell, implores you) to get in there and mess it up. Revisit #GIRLBOSS s career wisdom and use it to draft your ideal cover letter, answer practice interview questions and reflect on, or even draw, your mistakes and accomplishments.#GIRLBOSS started as Sophia Amoruso s story, but The Girlboss Workbook is your story. Use this book as a diary, a mood board, a stress ball and a tool for organizing and launching your wildest dreams.

Objev podobné jako The Girlboss Workbook : An Interactive Journal for Winning at Life - Sophia Amoruso

An irresistible anthology of ancient Greek writings that explore queer desire and loveEros, limb-loosening, whirls me about again,that bittersweet, implacable creature. —SapphoThe idea of sexual fluidity may seem new, but it is at least as old as the ancient Greeks, who wrote about queer experiences with remarkable frankness, wit, and insight. How to Be Queer is an infatuating collection of these writings about desire, love, and lust between men, between women, and between humans and gods, in lucid and lively new translations.Filled with enthralling stories, this anthology invites readers of all sexualities and identities to explore writings that describe many kinds of erotic encounters and feelings, and that envision a playful and passionate approach to sexuality as part of a rich and fulfilling life. How to Be Queer starts with Homer’s Iliad and moves through lyric poetry, tragedy, comedy, philosophy, and biography, drawing on a wide range of authors, including Sappho, Plato, Anacreon, Pindar, Theognis, Aristophanes, and Xenophon. It features both beautiful poetry and thought-provoking prose, emotional outpourings and humorous anecdotes.From Homer’s story of the relationship between Achilles and Patroclus, one of the most intense between men in world literature, to Sappho’s lyrics on the pleasures and pains of loving women, these writings show the many meanings of what the Greeks called eros. Complete with brief introductions to the selections, and with the original Greek on facing pages, How to Be Queer reveals what the Greeks knew long ago—that the erotic and queer are a source of life and a cause for celebration.

Objev podobné jako How to Be Queer: An Ancient Guide to Sexuality - Nooter Sarah

London is home to over 3,500 pubs. The trouble is that 95% are awful. Dark, sweaty and tired. Says who? Says us. This small paperback tells you the only ones you should know. Whether you re after the perfect Sunday roast, great craft beer, a cosy spot to read a book, the best pint of bitter or a raucous gig, this guide highlights the capital s most exciting and, crucially, most stylish saloons in which to find it all.

Objev podobné jako An Opinionated Guide to London Pubs

Gone are the days of the stuffy, old-fashioned wine bar with its impenetrable list and stuck-up staff. Wine is the drink du jour, and the places to sample it in London are plentiful, from bars and restaurants with a seriously good selection to shops championing small-scale producers and vineyards a short train ride away. Whether you re after a silky-smooth pinot noir or a funky organic orange, this is your trusty, opinionated guide to the venues with the best vino in town. This is part of a growing series of opinionated guides which offer no-nonsense insider s advice on what to do and see in Britain.

Objev podobné jako An Opinionated Guide to Wine London - Tom Howells

In this honest, accessible illustrated guide to how babies are made, young readers can find out exactly what is needed to grow a baby, from introducing the basic building blocks of life such as sperm and eggs, to explaining the different ways that these building blocks can be put together to create a family.

Objev podobné jako Making A Baby: An Inclusive Guide to How Every Family Begins - Rachel Greener

This is our unashamedly biased guide to the places worth the hype. This is not a list of dusty, overpriced, triple-Michelin-starred Mayfair haunts; from delis to finer (but affordable) small plates, the eateries included in this book are fresh, innovative and colourful, bursting with flavour and life. We ll tell you why you should queue along the canal for Towpath s ever-changing seasonal menu, which really is the greatest curry in Whitechapel (Tayyabs) and where you ll find the tastiest meal among the culinary medley that is Brixton Village market. There are too many places to eat in London; these ones are the best.

Objev podobné jako An Opinionated Guide to London Food - David Paw

When it comes to swimming in the capital, we re spoilt for choice. Lane swimming doesn t have to mean drab, windowless, verruca-inducing sites of school sports lessons, and open water swimming doesn t always involve slimy encounters with fish and suspicious-looking algae: this highly opinionated guide includes only the very best places to derobe, take the plunge and unwind. Whether you want to clock up lengths, doggy paddle laps or relax with a cocktail and a view across London in Western Europe s highest pool, there s plenty here to dip your toe - or dive headfirst - into.

Objev podobné jako An Opinionated Guide to Swim London - Joe Minihane

A modern and inclusive guide to help every child understand theirjourney from childhood to being a grown-up.

Objev podobné jako Growing Up: An Inclusive Guide to Puberty and Your Changing Body - Rachel Greener

Everywhere you look in London, yoga mats peek out from bags, early-morning runners set off across parks and dusty rucksacks are laden with climbing rope. London is full of activity, but it can all feel a bit impenetrable. This guide will be your gateway to the very best of London s dizzying array of ways to get moving, whether you re flying solo or bringing a pal along for a ride. Showing you the city s most accessible classes and pursuits, find the best places to try everything from padel to Pilates, tango to tai chi.

Objev podobné jako An Opinionated Guide to Active London - Alice Porter

From atmospheric bookshops and cafes to storied libraries and pubs steeped in writerly lore, London is a paradise for bibliophiles. Whether you re after the quiet romance of the Keats House gardens or looking to lose yourself amid the elegant nooks of Daunt Books or the stacks at the British Library, this guide unlocks the city s greatest literary treasures. Toast the ghosts of writers past at Ye Old Cheshire Cheese, soak in the decadence of the Oscar Wilde Bar or even go further afield on London s best literary day trips.

Objev podobné jako An Opinionated Guide to Literary London - John Clegg

This is the third edition of Hoxton Mini Press unashamedly biased, deeply opinionated (and very popular) guide to Vegan London. With over 15 new suggestions of brilliant new ethical eateries (and some places that have fallen out of flavour taken out), this pocket-sized companion that is a must for anyone that cares about the planet as much as their taste buds. From smash burgers to superfood bowls, fine dining to cheese mongers, it s clear that veganism has come of age. And we should all be thankful, not just the cows.

Objev podobné jako An Opinionated Guide to Vegan London: Third Edition - Emmy Watts

Think you know London? Think again. Behind unassuming doors and just a few steps from buzzing inner-city streets, London has a mind-boggling wealth of variety to explore - from hidden rooftop courtyards and Roman ruins to eerie foot tunnels beneath the Thames and clandestine cocktail bars. Whether it s a six-person sushi restaurant or token-operated book vending machine you re after, this book will guide you to the city s most unexpected places. Simply slide open the trick bookcase and step into your new favourite London haunt. This is part of a growing series of opinionated guides which offer straight-talking insider s advice on what to do and see in London.

Objev podobné jako An Opinionated Guide to Secret London - Emmy Watts

From cutting-edge maker spaces to heritage workshops, London is a haven for creators. Make London will show you the city s most extraordinary studios and workshops with endless creative opportunities, whether you re a complete novice or enthusiastic craft hobbyist. Sculpt your vision in clay, shape molten glass, tuft your own masterpiece or delve into the art of bespoke spectacle making. Whether it s Japanese weaving or intricate paper marbling that calls to you, this guide invites you to participate in some hands-on activity and uncover London s thriving creative spaces.

Objev podobné jako An Opinionated Guide to Make London - Riya Patel

You can do pretty much anything you like in London. But it will probably cost a fortune - and might not be worth it anyway. That s where our highly opinionated guide comes in. London is full of excellent places to go and things to do that are totally gratis. The best things in life are. Emmy Watts (brilliant author of our Opinionated Guides to Eco London and Kid s London) is back with advice on the very best outings that won t eat your overdraft. From galleries and green spaces to flower markets and subterranean tunnels, discover Emmy s unabashedly opinionated selection of the coolest, most creative places in the capital. This is part of a growing series of opinionated guides which offer straight-talking insider s advice on what to do and see in London.

Objev podobné jako An Opinionated Guide To Free London - Emmy Watts

If your idea of historic London is tired tours of self-important monuments or staring at dusty artefacts in museums while your thoughts drift to lunch, this opinionated guide is here to change your mind. With wit and wisdom, Sheldon Goodman has assembled more than 50 of the best things to do and see to immerse yourself in the rich history of the capital, from mudlarking along the Thames to walking the hidden corridors above St Paul s, shopping in London s oldest cigar store or visiting where the grisly remains of traitors to the Crown were displayed on spikes.

Objev podobné jako An Opinionated Guide to Historic London - Sheldon Goodman

A practical and succinct A to Z guide to Planet Earth with advice for how everyone can take positive action and combat the issues facing our environment.

Objev podobné jako Your Planet Needs You!: An everyday guide to saving the earth - Amy Charuy-Hughes, Bethan Stewart James, Bernadette Vallely

It s a truism to say design is all around us but in London it s perhaps truer than almost anywhere: from the red double decker we climb aboard to the latest gallery it drives past, this city is, and always has been, at the cutting edge of design. But how to get the best of it? This latest title in our bestselling Opinionated Guide series will take readers on a whirlwind tour through our 60 favourite design destinations, from design museums and commercial galleries to homewares and clothing boutiques and of course, a selection of the best design bookshops.

Objev podobné jako An Opinionated Guide to Design London - Rosa Bertoli, Sujata Burman

This book is like a finely reduced sauce. It takes the best of our guides to the capital and tells you where to go and what to do in this vast, multicultural, chaotic city. London has pockets of wilderness complete with open air swimming and free-roaming deer; art galleries and museums full of masterpieces; restaurants serving some of the most exciting food in the world; history dating back centuries; parades of interesting indie shops; hundreds (no, thousands) of pubs and plenty to entertain overly energetic kids. Overwhelmed? Don t be. All you need to know is in this handy pocket-sized and proudly opinionated guide. This is part of a series of opinionated guides which offer insider s advice on what to do and see in cities around the world.

Objev podobné jako An Opinionated Guide to London - Hoxton Mini Press

Think you ve traipsed around every worthwhile destination the city has to offer? Think again. This is a handbook to London s most perplexing points of interest and hidden corners: visit the Victorian mausoleum supposedly containing a time machine, go shopping for Viking supplies, get crafty at a squirrel taxidermy workshop and then enjoy dinner and a cowbell show at an ersatz alpine lodge. There s plenty of weirdness in London. Lucky for you, we ve sorted the best from the... better avoided. So come with curiosity and an open mind, and get ready for some shock, amusement and plain unusual intrigue.

Objev podobné jako An Opinionated Guide to Weird London - Tom Howells

From the creators of the podcast and bestselling book Ghibliotheque, this is a young film fan s comprehensive guide to one of the most exciting and influential film studios in cinema history, creators of beloved classics ranging from Spirited Away and My Neighbour Totoro to Ponyo and Kiki s Delivery Service.Across eight chapters, we will get up close and personal with the movies, learn who s who at the Oscar-winning studio and explore the impact that Ghibli World has left on our planet.

Objev podobné jako An Unofficial Guide to the World of Studio Ghibli - Michael Leader, Jake Cunningham

Gone is the time when a day out with kids meant bland food and weird, squashy play pens. The capital now boasts a multitude of stylish spots that have little Londoners fully in mind - you just need to know where to find them. Luckily, we do. From the most innovative outdoor playgrounds to the best place for a proper coffee while they slurp a babyccino, this handy little guide is full of shops, places, activities and cafes that we love visiting just as much as our under-five companions.

Objev podobné jako An Opinionated Guide to Kids

This book demystifies the low-FODMAP diet and provides 125 tasty and delicious recipes for a happy gut. Written by a specialist gut dietitian, Lucy Whigham, M Nutr Diet SRD, The Low-FODMAP Recipe Book can help you to take control of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), functional bowel disorder and digestive distress, and can also help those suffering from Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Coeliac Disease and functional symptoms following gastrointestinal surgery. An expert in the low-FODMAP diet and gut disorders, Lucy will help you to understand more about the way your gut functions and what is contributing to your symptoms. FODMAPs (Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Di-saccharides, Mono-saccharides and Polyols) are naturally occurring sugars that are found in a wide range of everyday foods. They are difficult to digest and cannot be completely absorbed by the body - instead they are fermented by bacteria in our gut, causing excessive wind, bloating, pain, abdominal distension, cramping, stomach gurglings, diarrhoea and frequent bowel motions. The low-FODMAP diet: Is the most successful diet for bringing relief to sufferers of IBS. Has been medically proven in rigorous clinical trials to help identify food intolerances and improve symptoms in up to 75 per cent of people with IBS. Is quickly becoming an essential treatment for people with a sensitive gut. Can help in the management of a wide range of stomach troubles and gastrointestinal discomfort. This book is an easy guide to why and how the low-FODMAP diet can help, and includes tables of what foods need to be avoided for the elimination phase and beyond. Empower yourself with the knowledge of exactly which foods cause you problems, putting you in the driving seat and letting you control your symptoms rather than have them control you.

Objev podobné jako The Low-FODMAP Recipe Book - Lucy Whigham

An enriching collection of classical writings about how ancient Romans made—and thought about—moneyAncient Romans liked money. But how did they make a living and sometimes even become rich? The Roman economy was dominated by agriculture, but it was surprisingly modern in many ways: the Romans had companies with CEOs, shareholders, and detailed contracts regulated by meticulous laws; systems of banking and taxation; and a wide range of occupations, from merchant and doctor to architect and teacher. The Romans also enjoyed a relatively open society, where some could start from the bottom, work, invest, and grow rich.How to Make Money gathers a wide variety of ancient writings that show how Romans thought about, made, invested, spent, lost, and gave away money. The Roman elite idealized farming and service to the state but treated many other occupations with suspicion or contempt, from money lending to wage labor. But whatever their attitudes, pecunia made the Roman world go round.In the Satyricon, Trimalchio brags about his wealth. Seneca accumulated a fortune—but taught that money can’t buy happiness. Eumachia inherited a brick factory from her father, married well, and turned to philanthropy after she was widowed.How to Make Money also takes up some of the most troubling aspects of the Roman economy, slavery and prostitution, which the elite deemed unrespectable but often profited from. Featuring lively new translations, an illuminating introduction, and the original Latin and Greek texts on facing pages, How to Make Money offers a revealing look at the Roman worlds of work and money.

Objev podobné jako How to Make Money: An Ancient Guide to Wealth Management - Grillo Luca

Diabetes, particularly Type 2 Diabetes, is perhaps one of the biggest health threats we face today. There are a number of factors, creating a perfect storm which come together to create diabetes, not least the diet we eat and the lifestyles adopted generally in the 21st century. Explaining Diabetes is a comprehensive guide to diabetes, Updated to 2024, whether type 1 or type 2 and offers the reader guidelines which will help to either avoid the onset or, if already diagnosed, to manage the condition.

Objev podobné jako An Emerald Guide to Explaining Diabetes - Doreen Jarrett