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  • Just Draw! Faces in 15 Minutes

    by Susie Hodge ...
    Create effective portraits in a matter of minutes with this practical drawing guide, written by experienced art educator Susie Hodge.Producing portraits has always been considered an important skill for artists, so Just Draw! Faces in 15 Minutes explains the skills a budding artist needs so that you can try your hand at a variety of projects, all in easy, 15-minute periods.You'll learn:• How to ... Read more

    £2.99

  • Minimalista

    Your step-by-step guide to a better home, wardrobe and life

    by Shira Gill ...
    ***"I identified with so many of the important lessons Shira teaches in Minimalista. Now I'll know what book to recommend when people ask me to help them on their journey towards minimalism!" - Garance Doré, New York Times Best Selling Author of Love Style LifeElevate your personal style, trim your belongings, and transform your life, one room at a time, with this visionary lifestyle and home ... Read more

    Was £9.99 Now £5.99

  • The Joy of Art

    How to Look At, Appreciate, and Talk about Art

    An Artist’s Insights on Art AppreciationWritten by a practicing artist, this book decodes and maps the basic elements of visual art, leading the reader to a greater understanding and appreciation. Not an art history lesson per se, this illustrated guide is rather a tool kit to make the study of art and a visit to the museum truly rewarding. An entertaining and informative read, The Joy of Art ... Read more

    £1.99

  • Steal Like an Artist

    10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative

    by Austin Kleon ...
    Series series Austin Kleon
    Unlock your creativity.An inspiring guide to creativity in the digital age, Steal Like an Artist presents ten transformative principles that will help readers discover their artistic side and build a more creative life**.**Nothing is original, so embrace influence, school yourself through the work of others, remix and reimagine to discover your own path. Follow interests wherever they take you ... Read more

    £5.99

  • Antique Marks

    Series series Collins Gem
    This pocket-sized guide to identifying and interpreting metal and ceramic marks has been improved with the addition of the most recent hallmarks, along with details of the new hallmarking system.Do you attend car boot sales or browse in antique shops in search of bargains? Have you ever wished you knew more about grandma’s silver spoon? Do you envy the experts’ ability to identify and date old ... Read more

    £4.99

  • Line Color Form

    The Language of Art and Design

    by Jesse Day ...
    Design students today are more visually literate than ever before, and their learning style naturally favors the visual over the textual. So why should they learn art and design theory from a traditional textbook? The only guide of its kind, Line Color Form offers a thorough introduction to design theory and terminology in a visually appealing and accessible format. With hundreds of illustrations ... Read more

    £11.12

  • The ABC Murders

    Series Book 7 - Hercule Poirot
    The A.B.C. Murders is a gripping detective novel featuring the brilliant Belgian sleuth Hercule Poirot. When a series of killings occurs across England — each victim’s name and town following alphabetical order, and an A.B.C. railway guide left at every crime scene — Poirot is challenged by a clever and taunting serial killer. As the murders continue, Poirot races against time to uncover the ... Read more

    £0.75

  • How to Draw Portraits

    by Jeremy Lee ...
    How to Draw Portraits is a unique collection of techniques, terminology, and examples for the beginner and advanced graphite artist. Over one hundred illustrations support carefully reviewed explanations of elemental technique. Discover that you can draw with an eraser and simulate skin texture with circularism. Find out how to draw hair, and how to break down complex shapes into simple abstract ... Read more

    £3.49 or Free with Kobo Plus

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    £9.99

  • The Artist’s Watercolour Problem Solver

    Published in association with The Artist magazine, this superbly illustrated book looks at many of the common problems encountered when using the popular painting medium of watercolour. Twelve well-known professional artists provide practical and straightforward expert solutions.The Artist magazine is one of the most respected art magazines for amateur painters. This book, based on its popular ... Read more

    £1.49

  • Tate: Colour: A Visual History

    Series Book 5 - Tate
    Discover the story of colour through the significant scientific discoveries and key artist's works over 400 years.From Isaac Newton's investigations through to Olafur Eliasson's experiential creations, this stunning book documents the fascinating story of colour with an extraordinary collection of original colour material that includes charts, wheels, artists' palettes, swatches and schemes."In ... Read more

    £9.99

  • 50 Art Ideas You Really Need to Know

    A complete introduction to the key concepts and movements in Art History

    by Susie Hodge ...
    Series series 50 Ideas You Really Need to Know series
    From Romanesque to Realism; Pop Art to Pluralism, in this series, Susie Hodge introduces the most important art ideas and concepts that form the foundations of Western art. ... Read more

    £5.49

  • Morpho

    Anatomy for Artists

    Series Book 1 - Morpho: Anatomy for Artists
    In this book, Michel Lauricella presents both his artistic and systematic methods for drawing the human body—with drawing techniques from the écorché (showing the musculature underneath the skin) to sketches of models in action.In more than 1000 illustrations, the human body is shown from a new perspective—from bone structure to musculature, from anatomical detail to the body in motion. Morpho is ... Read more

    £16.99

  • Watercolor Painting

    A Comprehensive Approach to Mastering the Medium

    by Tom Hoffmann ...
    The beauty of a watercolor painting lies in its diaphanous layers, delicate strokes, and luminous washes. However, the very features that define the beauty of the medium can make it difficult to master. This complete guide to understanding the relationships between color, value, wetness, and composition unravels the mysteries of watercolor to help your practice evolve.Experienced teacher and ... Read more

    £3.39

  • Learning by Heart

    Teachings to Free the Creative Spirit

    Tap into your natural ability to create!Engaging, proven exercises for developing creativityPriceless resource for teachers, artists, actors, everyoneArtist and educator Corita Kent inspired generations of artists, and the truth of her words "We can all talk, we can all write, and if the blocks are removed, we can all draw and paint and make things" still shines through. This revised edition of ... Read more

    £14.31

  • How to Sell Your Art Online

    Live a Successful Creative Life on Your Own Terms

    by Cory Huff ...
    An essential guide for every kind of artist that teaches them how to skip the gallery system, find their niche, and connect directly with collectors to profitably sell their art.For years, galleries have acted as gatekeeper separating artists and collectors. But with the explosion of the Internet, a new generation of savvy, independent artists is connecting with buyers and making a substantial ... Read more

    £4.99

  • The Chicks with Sticks Guide to Knitting

    Chicks, start your sticks! This time it’s all about knittingStop letting worry knit your brows, ladies. Let go of your fear of knitting, and take hold of The Chicks with Sticks® Guide to Knitting. With more than 30 simple, chic projects plus simple step-by-step instructions, this book is the complete guide to starting and enjoying this fun, rewarding hobby. New knitters can finish up their first ... Read more

    £3.39

  • Rendering in Pen and Ink

    The Classic Book On Pen and Ink Techniques for Artists, Illustrators, Architects, and Designers

    Arthur L. Guptill's classic Rendering in Pen and Ink has long been regarded as the most comprehensive book ever published on the subject of ink drawing. This is a book designed to delight and instruct anyone who draws with pen and ink, from the professional artist to the amateur and hobbyist. It is of particular interest to architects, interior designers, landscape architects, industrial designers ... Read more

    £5.69

  • Thinking with Type

    A Critical Guide for Designers, Writers, Editors, and Students (3rd Edition, Revised and Expanded)

    by Ellen Lupton ...
    The essential and bestselling guide to typography from beloved design educator Ellen Lupton—revised and expanded to include new and additional voices, examples, and principles, and a wider array of typefaces."Thinking with Type is to typography what Stephen Hawking's A Brief History of Time is to physics."—I Love TypographyThe bestselling Thinking with Type in a revised and expanded third edition: ... Read more

    £15.19

  • Sell Online Like a Creative Genius

    A Guide for Artists, Entrepreneurs, Inventors, and Kindred Spirits

    Series series Like a Creative Genius
    How to sell art or anything else online without leaving your home. “The go-to guide for any internet entrepreneur." —San Francisco Book ReviewWhether you’re selling original artwork, jewelry, or a unique product, this is the book for you. Brainard Carey offers advice with solid examples of how building an online business is something every creative person can pursue.Carey draws from his extensive ... Read more

    £1.99

  • Crochet Master Class

    Crochet Master Class presents 18 crochet techniques taught by some of the world’s best crochet designers and instructors. Each chapter focuses on a different technique, inviting you to dip in, experiment, and then apply your newfound skills to create a custom piece designed by these crochet luminaries. You’ll learn Hairpin Lace from Stitch Diva Jennifer Hansen, discover the intricate color work of ... Read more

    £6.19