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Today, illustration appears in design-related projects in a wide range of styles. One can find drawings done fleetingly by hand just as often as polished vector graphics created on computers. Motifs are not only being produced in pencil, chalk,... See more

Today, illustration appears in design-related projects in a wide range of styles. One can find drawings done fleetingly by hand just as often as polished vector graphics created on computers. Motifs are not only being produced in pencil, chalk, airbrush and marker but also by mixing media, for example by combining illustration, photography and wallpaper. But when so many alluring possibilities currently exist in illustration, how can one stay up to date and how should one evaluate new developments? Illusive is a collection of contemporary illustration from around the world that addresses the variety of existing techniques and puts them into context with explanatory text. It features personal designs alongside fashion illustration and commercial work produced for books or magazines - a diversity that reveals how the medium of illustration functions independently from trends. At the same time the book is also a survey of current tendencies and design approaches. Features introducing... See less

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Graphic designers are constantly creating images by almost any technique available, whether technological or craft based, for illustrative purposes. In today’s rich and fast-changing environment, the discipline of the illustrator is under pressure... See more

Graphic designers are constantly creating images by almost any technique available, whether technological or craft based, for illustrative purposes. In today’s rich and fast-changing environment, the discipline of the illustrator is under pressure from designers and typographers who are also capable of making images. However, illustrators are now aiming to occupy the ground previously only open to those very designers and typographers. Commercial Illustration takes stock of the many forms in which illustration now appears, constantly questioning how the practice needs to be reassessed, and presenting the work of various practitioners across the globe who are constantly pushing illustration’s boundaries. For those looking to explore the bravest and most insightful of new work, and for anyone with an interest in contemporary visual culture, Commercial Illustration will provide intrigue, ideas and inspiration. See less

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Description: Presents a selection of 150 illustrators from five continents, including more than 30 countries, with styles ranging from cutting edge to traditional. This book is suitable for creative professionals and illustration students, as well as... See more

Description: Presents a selection of 150 illustrators from five continents, including more than 30 countries, with styles ranging from cutting edge to traditional. This book is suitable for creative professionals and illustration students, as well as artists and those with an appreciation for visual language. Read more See less

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From Booklist Woodring's wordless Frank comics are utterly distinctive, not least in each successive publication of them. Woodring has often taken the same images from black and white to flat, comic-book color to three-dimensional full-color in the... See more

From Booklist Woodring's wordless Frank comics are utterly distinctive, not least in each successive publication of them. Woodring has often taken the same images from black and white to flat, comic-book color to three-dimensional full-color in the transition from one kind of publication to another. This album of four thematic portfolios (rather than stories) in Woodring's most highly developed, volumetric style, however, confirms that what he does in color he can do in black and white. Three of its parts contain charcoal work as full of depth and lighting effects as any of Woodring's color stuff. Those three showcase "scenes of sub-rational political activity," "portraits of forms taken by a cognizant object," and frogs, respectively. The final, color section is a potpourri. Frank and Manhog drop in from Frank occasionally, but most of the figures here are, besides frogs, combinations of organic, inorganic, and artificial parts. Wood-ring introduces, sort of, each part with a "memoir"... See less

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Apartment Therapy Presents: Real Homes, Real People, Hundreds of Real Design Solutions -- From the Web site that attracts more than 3 million unique visitors a month, this groundbreaking book features 40 homes decorated by real people. Over 400... See more

Apartment Therapy Presents: Real Homes, Real People, Hundreds of Real Design Solutions -- From the Web site that attracts more than 3 million unique visitors a month, this groundbreaking book features 40 homes decorated by real people. Over 400 photos show details of all sorts of abodes—from a tiny rental in Brooklyn to a condo in San Diego to a ranch-style in Miami. Each home profile includes floor plans, detailed resource lists, and "how I did it" explanations from the renters and owners who created fresh and entirely original interiors. Edited and written by Maxwell Gillingham-Ryan, Apartment Therapy founder and frequent makeover expert on HGTV, this bible of accessible design ideas is the ultimate home decor book for the DIY-savvy. Maxwell Gillingham-Ryan co-founded apartmenttherapy.com in 2004. With dedicated sites for New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, and San Francisco, the site has been praised by the New York Times, ReadyMade, Cool Hunting, and other purveyors of hip. He... See less

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Stencil101 -- Customization is king. With this awesome, entirely original stencil collection anyone can learn to make their mark. Our handy portfolio format includes 25 reusable stencils along with tips and tricks for stenciling on all sorts of... See more

Stencil101 -- Customization is king. With this awesome, entirely original stencil collection anyone can learn to make their mark. Our handy portfolio format includes 25 reusable stencils along with tips and tricks for stenciling on all sorts of surfaces—from walls and furniture to T-shirts, cards, and even cake! Stencil maverick Ed Roth has chosen his favorite designs, ranging from urban-cool boom boxes and power lines to naturally fanciful sparrows and branches. Simple instructions take readers step-by-step through the process while photographs provide ample inspiration. Best of all, these stencils can be used over and over again. Simply clean, dry, and store them in the pocket glued at back! Graphic designer Ed Roth founded the business Stencil1 in ­Brooklyn in 2005. His iconic reusable stencils have been praised by many, including Martha Stewart, ReadyMade, and the New York Times. See less

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Creepy Cute Crochet -- If you're a fan of amigurumi, you already know that super-sweet crocheted bunnies and kitties and pandas have taken the indie craft world by storm. Well, the dolls in Creepy Cute Crochet eat your typical amigurumi for... See more

Creepy Cute Crochet -- If you're a fan of amigurumi, you already know that super-sweet crocheted bunnies and kitties and pandas have taken the indie craft world by storm. Well, the dolls in Creepy Cute Crochet eat your typical amigurumi for breakfast. This unique craft book contains more than 25 patterns for zombies, ninjas, Vikings, vampires, aliens, robots, and even Death himself. Each easy-to-follow pattern is presented with step-by-step diagrams, hilarious commentary, and full-color photographs of the creatures in their natural environments. Plus each pattern is ranked according to difficulty so that even beginners can share in the fun. The scary-cute photographs, accessible text, and illustrated patterns are sure to be a hit with indie crafters, angsty teens, and hip moms everywhere. Christen Haden, a.k.a. NeedleNoodles, is a freelance computer programmer by day and crafting dynamo at all times. She lives in Virginia. See less

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Art of the Modern Movie Poster -- Critically authoritative, visually stunning, and physically massive, Art of the Modern Movie Poster is the first and last word on post-WWII film poster design. Showcasing fascinating examples from 15 nations, this... See more

Art of the Modern Movie Poster -- Critically authoritative, visually stunning, and physically massive, Art of the Modern Movie Poster is the first and last word on post-WWII film poster design. Showcasing fascinating examples from 15 nations, this collection of more than 1,500 exemplary designs is a must-have for film buffs, design and poster aficionados alike. The posters are organized by country of origin, offering an intriguing glimpse into each region's unique visual sensibility and sometimes unexpected takes on familiar films. Gathered from the renowned collection of the Posteritati Gallery in New York—one of the largest holdings of international film posters in the world—this volume is the definitive survey of both film and popular graphic art in the modern era. Judith Salavetz is a New York-based graphic designer and author. Graphic designer and author Spencer Drate has created award-winning CD packages for U2 and Lou Reed, among others. Sam Sarowitz is the owner of Posteritati... See less

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Dimensional Typography -- Today's computer technologies have allowed for the creation of new spaces for typographic communication. This collection of drawings, photographs, and typefaces explores some of the ideas that might govern the logic of... See more

Dimensional Typography -- Today's computer technologies have allowed for the creation of new spaces for typographic communication. This collection of drawings, photographs, and typefaces explores some of the ideas that might govern the logic of three-dimensional type. It presents and analyzes letterforms based on both traditional and contemporary typefaces, freely mixing historical references and futuristic aspirations. Author J. Abbott Miller considers the ways in which letters have become three-dimensional in certain genres such as signage, and discusses how typefaces have incorporated the illusion of dimensionality on the printed page. Dimensional Typography is the first title in our new series Kiosk Reports. Edited by J. Abbott Miller and Ellen Lupton, this inexpensive, small-format line of books will explore current ideas on graphic design, much as our Pamphlet Architecture series does for architecture. Quotes The results are creatures which seem able not only to shuffle off the... See less

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Drop Dead Cute -- Drop Dead Cute showcases the work of 10 cutting-edge female Japanese artists whose art combines the pop charge of Takashi Murakami and Yoshitomo Nara with a thrilling personal mixture of sweetness and power. This next wave of... See more

Drop Dead Cute -- Drop Dead Cute showcases the work of 10 cutting-edge female Japanese artists whose art combines the pop charge of Takashi Murakami and Yoshitomo Nara with a thrilling personal mixture of sweetness and power. This next wave of painters and illustrators from the red-hot Japanese art scene blend aspects of manga, anime, and traditional art with their own idiosyncratic visions to create work that is international in appeal yet uniquely Japanese. This gorgeous book features profiles of the artists based on fresh interviews, along with a generous survey of their art. Also including new work by pioneering art world superstar Yayoi Kusama that salutes these extraordinary young artists, Drop Dead Cute is a must-have for fans of Nara and Murakami, as well as anyone interested in contemporary art and pop culture. interior image: Chiho Aoshima, Japanese Apricot 2, 2000. Inkjet printer on paper. 104.9 x 74.9 cm. Copyright © 2005 Chiho Aoshima/Kaikai Kiki Co., Ltd. Ivan Vartanian... See less

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The Art of Alex Gross -- This remarkable first monograph of acclaimed Pop Surrealist artist Alex Gross features striking, dreamlike imagery that transcends category. Gross paints a haunting mélange of fairytale, allegory, history, and pop culture,... See more

The Art of Alex Gross -- This remarkable first monograph of acclaimed Pop Surrealist artist Alex Gross features striking, dreamlike imagery that transcends category. Gross paints a haunting mélange of fairytale, allegory, history, and pop culture, fusing eastern and western aesthetics in an ethereal world populated by kimono-clad Japanese women and lost Victorian dandies. In more than eighty exquisite color images, comprising all of Gross's gallery work, silk screens, etchings, and sketches, this volume illuminates his singular blend of realism and whimsy. Embraced and collected by art connoisseurs and lowbrow fans alike, Gross's work is both enigmatic and irresistible. Alex Gross teaches at Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California. His work has been featured in several solo shows, is collected worldwide, and has been featured in numerous publications. He lives in South Pasadena. See less

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Style Deficit Disorder -- The Harajuku neighborhood of Tokyo has become an international style mecca, a street-level fashion scene prowled by major designers looking for inspiration, and whose local, cutting-edge labels enjoy global cache. Style... See more

Style Deficit Disorder -- The Harajuku neighborhood of Tokyo has become an international style mecca, a street-level fashion scene prowled by major designers looking for inspiration, and whose local, cutting-edge labels enjoy global cache. Style Deficit Disorder is the first book to explore this remixed, fast-forward fashion hotbed, profiling its most daring and influential designers, labels, stylists, and shops (including Comme des Garçons, Hysteric Glamour, Super Lovers, A Bathing Ape, and Laforet). Featuring nearly 200 photos, essays by key Japanese fashion editors, and commentary by Edison Chen, Patricia Field, John Galliano, Shawn Stussy, Shu Uemura and others, this is a must-have, insider's look at an international fashion and pop culture epicenter, past, present, and future. Tiffany Godoy is a contributor to V and Vogue Nippon and former fashion editor at Japanese culture magazines Composite and Studio Voice. She lives in Tokyo. See less

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Ants Have Sex in Your Beer -- This all-new collection of David Shrigley's addictively strange and entertaining work reveals fresh, unsettling truths and anxious amusements in a format that welcomes the uninitiated and rewards the faithful. David... See more

Ants Have Sex in Your Beer -- This all-new collection of David Shrigley's addictively strange and entertaining work reveals fresh, unsettling truths and anxious amusements in a format that welcomes the uninitiated and rewards the faithful. David Shrigley has participated in numerous exhibits throughout Europe, the U.S., and Australia. He has also animated music videos for the band Blur and others. He lives in Glasgow. Quotes "Unlike anything you've seen before, wonderfully weird and hilarious. Suggests James Thurber on a serious LSD overdose." —Todd David Schwartz, CBS Radio "Not for the faint-hearted. Shrigley's artwork is dangerously funny." —The Independent (UK) "Shrigley doesn't draw what's on his mind, he draws what's on YOUR mind." —Will Self See less

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Custom Kicks -- Customizing is hot. Everything can be customized: from pimped cars to retro furniture. This major trend is especially popular in footwear. Customizing your own shoes is a way of stepping out of the crowd, of showing your personality.... See more

Custom Kicks -- Customizing is hot. Everything can be customized: from pimped cars to retro furniture. This major trend is especially popular in footwear. Customizing your own shoes is a way of stepping out of the crowd, of showing your personality. Just about every sneaker brand has found a way to put street art into their products; rain boots have never been more hip; and there are even customize festivals and exhibitions. By inviting 150 artists and illustrators to show/create customized shoes the book will appeal not only to sneaker freaks, fashion fetishists, and trend watchers, but also to the graphic design and art audience. The main focus is on the artwork but the text examines the trend and asks: How did it start? What materials do the artists use? There are also tips and tricks on how to create your very own unique shoes. MAKI is a small design and illustration studio based in Groningen, The Netherlands, run by Kim Smits and Matthijs Maat. Besides customizing their own... See less

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* Hardcover: 256 pages * Publisher: Canongate Books (18 Sep 2008) * Language English * ISBN-10: 1847673228 * ISBN-13: 978-1847673220 * Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 5,018 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

* Hardcover: 256 pages * Publisher: Canongate Books (18 Sep 2008) * Language English * ISBN-10: 1847673228 * ISBN-13: 978-1847673220 * Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 5,018 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books) See less

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Hell Bound -- The first book to focus on new gothic art, Hell Bound highlights a new generation of contemporary artists who are increasingly obsessed with the darker things in life. Illustrators, street artists, sculptors, photographers, filmmakers,... See more

Hell Bound -- The first book to focus on new gothic art, Hell Bound highlights a new generation of contemporary artists who are increasingly obsessed with the darker things in life. Illustrators, street artists, sculptors, photographers, filmmakers, installation artists, and painters are all reflecting this renewed interest in gothic imagery. Horror has become a more accepted part of everyday life—and art, as always, is a reflection of life. Here death metal, the war on terror and throwaway pop culture meet, feeding the popular fascination for all things gothic. Among the art featured is the iconoclastic work of Ken Kagami, Terence Koh, Ricky Swallow, the photographic collages of Marnie Weber, the drawings of Chloe Piene and Wes Lang, the paintings of Matt Greene and Iris Van Dongen, the outsider punk art of Pure Evil, and the illustrations of French. Francesca Gavin is a writer, critic, and editor. She is currently art editor at Dazed & Confused, associate editor at Marmalade, and... See less

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* Paperback: 384 pages * Publisher: Laurence King Publishers (April 19, 2007) * Language: English * ISBN-10: 1856694623 * ISBN-13: 978-1856694629 * Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 7.6 x 1.6 inches * Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds (View shipping rates and... See more

* Paperback: 384 pages * Publisher: Laurence King Publishers (April 19, 2007) * Language: English * ISBN-10: 1856694623 * ISBN-13: 978-1856694629 * Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 7.6 x 1.6 inches * Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) * Average Customer Review: (5 customer reviews) * Amazon.com Sales Rank: #11,978 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books) Popular in these categories: (What's this?) See less

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* Paperback: 384 pages * Publisher: Batsford (February 5, 2008) * Language: English * ISBN-10: 0713490454 * ISBN-13: 978-0713490459 * Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 9.8 x 1.3 inches * Shipping Weight: 3.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) *... See more

* Paperback: 384 pages * Publisher: Batsford (February 5, 2008) * Language: English * ISBN-10: 0713490454 * ISBN-13: 978-0713490459 * Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 9.8 x 1.3 inches * Shipping Weight: 3.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) * Average Customer Review: (2 customer reviews) * Amazon.com Sales Rank: #95,207 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books) See less

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* Hardcover: 192 pages * Publisher: Clarkson Potter (October 30, 2007) * Language: English * ISBN-10: 0307382648 * ISBN-13: 978-0307382641 * Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 6.9 x 1 inches * Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) *... See more

* Hardcover: 192 pages * Publisher: Clarkson Potter (October 30, 2007) * Language: English * ISBN-10: 0307382648 * ISBN-13: 978-0307382641 * Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 6.9 x 1 inches * Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) * Average Customer Review: (2 customer reviews) * Amazon.com Sales Rank: #286 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books) Popular in these categories: (What's this?) See less

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Bob Dylan Inspirations is essential for any Bob Dylan fan and anyone interested in knowing how Bob Dylan thinks. It's packed with quotes from the man himself and it's small enough to carry along with you anywhere. The words are full of profundity,... See more

Bob Dylan Inspirations is essential for any Bob Dylan fan and anyone interested in knowing how Bob Dylan thinks. It's packed with quotes from the man himself and it's small enough to carry along with you anywhere. The words are full of profundity, wisdom, salvation and humor, and the images are so beautiful that you could find yourself meditating over the book for long periods. Includes photographs of Bob Dylan and images inspired by his words. Hardcover 6.25" x 6.25". Item #047209 Price : $14.95 See less

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A Do-It-Yourself Primer This is a thick, hardcover book that serves as a guide to get going on some amazing DIY projects. Put out by the first big DIY magazine, ReadyMade, it is broken into sections of raw materials, from paper, plastic and wood to... See more

A Do-It-Yourself Primer This is a thick, hardcover book that serves as a guide to get going on some amazing DIY projects. Put out by the first big DIY magazine, ReadyMade, it is broken into sections of raw materials, from paper, plastic and wood to metal, glass and fabric. From creating a recycled CD rack out of a FedEx mailing tube to creating a lamp out of ripped jeans. It's also sprinkled with non-projects like "How To Break Through Your Own Glass Ceiling" and "Heavy Metal: The History of Headbanging is Way More Interesting Than You Thought." Bonus: The spine doubles as a ruler. Both metric and english. See less

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Large Format Collection of Nikki's Work We're excited to introduce the largest collection of Nikki's work gathered in this fabulous new book. We worked with Nikki and Abrams to get this book published, collecting images from her calendars and other... See more

Large Format Collection of Nikki's Work We're excited to introduce the largest collection of Nikki's work gathered in this fabulous new book. We worked with Nikki and Abrams to get this book published, collecting images from her calendars and other works dating back to 1998. Collect Raindrops goes season by season with some of her best work on display in this large-format, hard-cover art book. Nikki McClure’s hand-cut images exude an optimism that revolves around community, sustenance, parenting, and appreciating both the urban and rural landscape through a visual language that is uniquely her own. Size: 10.25" wide x 13" tall x .7 thick. See less

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The fashion industry has always celebrated innovative design and young talented fashion designers can make a huge impact as they explore new ideas and push boundaries. This book showcases the diverse and unique work of the best 100 new creatives in... See more

The fashion industry has always celebrated innovative design and young talented fashion designers can make a huge impact as they explore new ideas and push boundaries. This book showcases the diverse and unique work of the best 100 new creatives in fashion design from around the world. These designers are characterized by their single-minded interpretation of clothing and their ambition to present alternative solutions in dressing for their customers. The book focuses on designers still in the first decade of their career either working alone on their own label or brand or teamed up into small companies showcasing collections. As well as pinpointing the best new talent worldwide this visually stunning survey provides a comprehensive showcase of cutting-edge imagery including original design work drawings and photography. The ultimate reference guide to the world's movers and shakers in fashion today this is a book all fashionistas will wa