Arts and Culture

People who saw the first moving pictures at the end of the nineteenth century were delighted by a new art that communicated without words – yet they were also alarmed to be witnessing events in a strange, mute, spectral realm, where the laws of time and space were suspended and magical transformations could occur. Some early commentators hailed cinema as a blessing and praised it for resurrecting

Taking as his subject icons of consumerism and American popular culture, Derek Boshier made his name in the 1960s as one of the key proponents of British Pop Art, along with contemporaries David Hockney, Peter Blake and Pauline Boty. Since then, his output has been exceptionally diverse, including collage, book design, set design and illustration, as well as photography, film and sculpture.Rethink

Accompanying a major exhibition at the National Maritime Museum, showing from November 2016 to April 2017, this book provides a fresh evaluation of Emma Hamilton’s artistic undertakings, cultural achievements and legacy. From humble origins, Emma Hamilton (1765–1815) rose to national and international fame as a model, performer, trendsetter and interpreter of neoclassical fashion. Yet, the host of

The book behind Anton Corbijn’s film Squaring the Circle (the story of Hipgnosis) Founded in 1968 by Aubrey “Po” Powell, Storm Thorgerson and Peter Christopherson, graphic design firm Hipgnosis gained a legendary status by transforming the look of album art through their designs for AC/DC, Black Sabbath, The Police, Genesis, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Paul McCartney, Syd Barrett, and The Who. In t

Prototyping is an essential part of the designer’s repertoire. Designers prototype their projects to test them, structurally, aesthetically, technically. Whether the prototype works or not is not the point: prototyping is the revelatory process through which the designer gains insight. There are three reasons why contemporary prototyping techniques are transforming the way architects design and bu

Santiago Calatrava first made a name for himself in the late 1980s with delicately designed structures in Zürich that seem to grow out of the earth. He went on to create a series of highly innovative, iconic bridges across Europe, and in recent years he has drawn attention for such large-scale projects as the City of Arts and Sciences in his birth town, Valencia; the Museum of Tomorrow in Rio de J

‘This ad is gender neutral’, proclaimed a 2016 poster for the fashion brand Diesel; ‘I resist definitions’, announced a Calvin Klein ad in the same year, while a Louis Vuitton shoot featured Jaden Smith, son of actor Will Smith, wearing a skirt like a natural. Fashion magazines have printed countless features on the blurring of gender barriers, while brands including Yves Saint-Laurent, Gucci, Bur

Celebrated paper artist and designer Marc Hagan-Guirey has applied his genius to the Star Wars galaxy in this book of 15 unique kirigami (cut-and-fold) ships featured in the saga’s films. Ranging in difficulty from beginner to expert, each beautifully detailed model features step-by-step instructions and a template printed on cardstock—all that’s needed are a utility knife, a cutting mat, and a ru

Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardy is one of the most celebrated schools in the wizarding world. Now MUGGLES™ can experience the magic of HOGWARTS™ for themselves with this deluxe candle. This gorgeous pillar candle features a sculpted, hand-painted emblem of the Hogwarts crest—a must-have decoration for any HARRY POTTER™ fan!HARRY POTTER characters, names and related indicia are © & ™ Warn

Founded by the great Salazar Slytherin, SLYTHERIN™ house wizards and witches are well-known for their cunning, resourcefulness, and ambition. Now ordinary MUGGLES™ can experience the magic of this HOGWARTS™ house for themselves with this deluxe Slytherin candle. The 4 x 6 pillar candle features a sculpted, hand-painted emblem of the Slytherin crest—a must have decoration for any HARRY POTTER™ fan!

From Karinjini in the west to Fraser Island in the east, via the northern Kimberley and far southwest of Tasmania, Painting the Ancient Land of Australia follows painter Philip Hughes, palette in hand, across the length and breadth of the country. Hughes’s work is defined by his breathtaking portrayals of natural landscapes and human interventions, informed and inspired by maps and aerial pho

Gainsborough is one of the most appealing artists of the eighteenth century. Renowned for such elegant portraits as The Blue Boy and Countess Howe, he also pioneered a new form of landscape with a moody sensibility that prefigured the Romantic movement. He was a brilliant draftsman, and his art is full of inventiveness and visual delight. William Vaughan draws on recently discovered material to p

Years after the final film hit theaters, the blockbuster Harry Potter franchise continues to have a devoted and growing fan base. This finely crafted journal—one of four Harry Potter journals based on this popular franchise—are designed to display the gorgeous concept art created for the Harry Potter films, featuring fan-favorite locations such as Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, and mo

Go under the hood of Batman´s most iconic vehicles in this fully illustrated volume that crosses multiple realities to explore a huge fleet of Batmobiles, including cars seen in The Batman, Batman: The Animated Series, and the films of Christopher Nolan, Zack Snyder, and Tim Burton. In a universe that encompasses infinite realities there is one constant: each known reality has its own Batma

Bursting with beautiful illustrations to color, Harry Potter: Ravenclaw: The Official Coloring Book is a must-have coloring book for members of this house and fans of the magical film series. Grab your colored pencils—it's time for coloring wizardry! Show your house pride with intricate all-new artwork of characters, iconic objects, and magical places from the Harry Potter films, all theme

Making the leap from convenience store worker to international film icon, Kevin Smith has spent over twenty-five years at the forefront of pop culture. In this hilariously candid treasure trove of artifacts and anecdotes, Kevin tells the full story of his incredible life for the first time, from his early days in Highlands, New Jersey, through to the breakout success of low-budget indie smash Cler

Discover the filmmaking secrets that brought Harry, Ron, Hermione, and the other Hogwarts students to life on-screen. A comprehensive guide that profiles and details Harry and his classmates, Harry Potter: Film Vault: Colume 4: Hogwarts Students gives fans an in-depth look at gorgeous illustrations, design sketches, and behind-the-scenes photography that helped to bring these iconic characters to