Arts and Culture

An instructive book that examines the practice of drawing for illustration through case studies and sketchbooks, written by one of the world's foremost experts and teachers on the subject.

New in the bestselling Catwalk series: the first comprehensive overview of Versace's womenswear collections, from Gianni Versace's debut in 1978 to today.

Founded by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Berge in 1961, shortly after the young couturier left his post at the helm of Christian Dior, Yves Saint Laurent would soon become one of the most successful and influential haute couture houses in Paris.

The first comprehensive overview of Chloe's collections presented through catwalk photography, published in collaboration with Chloe to celebrate the house's 70th anniversary in 2022.

The first and only comprehensive overview of Givenchy's collections, presented through catwalk photography and published in collaboration with the celebrated fashion house.

Founded by the dashing Hubert de Givenchy in 1952, the house would go on to symbolize the height of effortless elegance, as embodied by Givenchy's muse (and close friend) Audrey Hepburn. After its founder's

An elegant collection of Christian Dior's maxims on style, women and inspiration, presented in a fashionable gift format.

Published to accompany the once-in-a-lifetime exhibition at the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, this is the first major study on Vermeer's life and work for many years.

An appreciation of the life and art of Tove Jansson, creator of the Moomin books, which are adored by children and adults across the globe. This book provides fresh insights and a deeper appreciation of the life and art of Tove Jansson (1914-2001), one of the most original, influential and perennially enjoyed illustrators of the 20th century.

'Splendid ... a tour de force ... Its lucid prose, evocative illustrations and handsome production make it a joy to read and savour' Times Higher Education

An inspiring collection of the best images from the tastemaking Kinfolk magazine.

Unbelievably cute and easy-to follow Kawaii drawing, broken down into step-by-step exercises which anyone can master.

'Kawaii' means cute in Japanese, and often refers to a delightful range of drawing styles that western audiences have come to love.

Annelore Parot, an experienced illustrator and art teacher, has her own distinctive kawaii style based on cute objects,

In a climate that ranges from cold, dark and unforgiving to endless sun and crystalline skies, the homes of the Nordic countries are lifted by ever-changing and dramatic natural light balanced by an intrinsic sense of warmth.

The 50th anniversary edition of the first major work of feminist art history, published together with the author's reflections three decades on.