Art, Photography & Fashion

This is a biography of British painter and member of the Bloomsbury Group, Duncan Grant. Spalding sheds light on Grant's love affairs and relationships, and reassesses Grant's painting, setting it in the context of his fluctuating reputation.

Mark Catesby spent many years documenting the flora and fauna of North and South Carolina, Florida and the Bahamas, resulting in a collection of beautiful watercolours, acquired by George III. Recently restored, the paintings are brought to the public eye for the first time in this exquisite volume.

Featuring an essay by Robert Kudielka, this book brings to the fore the seminal role Paul Klee had in the development of 20th-century art and asserts the continuing relevance of his work today.

Following on from her epic photographical journey behind the Iron Curtain in Soviet Ghosts The Soviet Union Abandoned: A Communist Empire in DecayRebecca Bathory undertakes an emotional and thought provoking journey to Fukushima. As one of the first photographers to be granted access to the site, Bathory ...

There have been numerous exhibitions of Sickert's work since his death but the last full-scale retrospective in London was over 30 years ago. This publication is to coincide with, and serve as the catalogue of, a major retrospective exhibition at the Royal Academy from November 1992.

The fifth book in the successful 'Style Me Vintage' series is designed to inspire brides-to-be to create their own vintage-themed wedding. From the dress itself, through to accessories, flowers, make-up and hair, even extra details such as how to style the attendants, venue, cake, stationery, photography, and entertainment are covered.

Four brutal mid-century murder cases that first attracted photographers and the public spotlight now draw the practiced storytelling of acclaimed writer Larry Millett.

In The Draw Anything Book, follow French artist Robert Lambry's step-by-step drawing lessons from the 1920s and 30s to recreate animals, people, plants, food, everyday objects, buildings, vehicles, clothing, and more in just a few simple steps.

Explore art history through the lens of the liberal arts with this stunning look at the Bowdoin College Museum of Art's acclaimed collection.

This collection of essays by leading figures within French, Italian and German art, cultural and political theory offers a snapshot of current debates across three national contexts about the relationship of politics to contemporary art.

Manet was one of the first artists in the 19th century to paint modern life and everyday subjects, including the then scandalous Le dejeuner sur l'herbe. Recognized for his paintings of bars and other everyday meeting places, Manet marked the transition from realism to the looser, freer style that signaled ...

Gauguin's vision of a tropical arcadia in the South Seas has beguiled generations of gallery goers, but a close look at his life and art reveals a complex man in constant search for a primitive paradise that was elusive. Caroline Bugler explores Gauguin's extensive travels and artistic experiments, many ...

Influenced by Cubism, Expressionism and Surrealism, Klee's own work was varied and experimental. After joining the German group Der Blaue Reiter (The Blue Rider), Klee fought in the First World War before emerging as one of the leading artists in Germany. He taught at the world-famous Bauhaus school ...

Documents commissioned art for display on the Central Line between 2011 and 2012 which included Michael Landy's Acts of Kindness Anna Barham, Alice Channer and Bob and Roberta Smith's art on communication and exchange in the tube and the artworks produced by Hackney youth as part of A Lock is A Gate.

A pioneering book of nature photography from environmental campaigner and photographer, Cristina Mittermeier. Text in English, German and French.

From the George Eastman Museum collection, a selection of vibrant Coloramas displayed at Grand Central Terminal between 1950 and 1990. Text in English, German and French.

Originally an electronic dance music form from the garage, drum and bass, and dub reggae clubs of South London, dubstep has merged with street art, pop art, and design to become a global design and music phenomenon, now entering the mainstream and influencing the likes of Snoop Dogg and Rihanna. Their ...

This catalogue documents a retrospective exhibition on Renato Mambor, one of the most complex and versatile Italian artists in the second half of the 20th century. Text in English and Italian.