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• Abrams Books Degas And The Dance Degas And The Dance Isbn: 0810905671  ^new
  

  PRICE: 16.69

  During his career, Edgar Degas created more than a thousand beautiful ballet pictures. In his sketches and paintings, Degas captured every moment, from the relentless hours of practice to the excitement and glamour of appearing on stage. Each moment in time, each step in the journey from little girl to prima ballerina, is crystallized forever in paintings, drawings, and pastels. With more than thirty of Degas's original artworks in full color, this biography of one of the world's greatest artists truly offers an invitation to the dance. Book specifications: hardcover, 32 pgs., 9 1/4 in. x 12 1/4 in. Publisher: Abrams Books, 2002.
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• Abrams Books Paul Cezanne: A Painter’s Journey Paul Cezanne: A Painter’s Journey Isbn: 08109578  ^new
  

  PRICE: 16.69

  Cezanne believed that the beauty of nature could be expressed in painting. Many of his most well-known works demonstrate that breathtaking beauty. Whether in carefully organized still lifes, darkly expressive portraits, or impressionistic landscapes, the artist insisted that the viewer see Cezanne's unique perspective of the world. With examples of Cezanne's paintings from all stages of his career, along with period photographs and works by his contemporaries, author Robert Burleigh weaves together the remarkable story of Cezanne's life and art. Book specifications: hardcover, 32 pgs., 9 1/4 in. x 12 1/4 in. Publisher: Abrams Books, 2006.
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• Abrams Books Seurat And La Grande Jatte Seurat And La Grande Jatte Isbn: 0810948117  ^new
  

  PRICE: 16.69

  Can a painting tell a story, if you can look at it long enough? There is a famous painting that can reveal what life was like in a park on a Sunday afternoon long ago. It can also tell us about the man who painted it and how he viewed his world. What is this work? It is A Sunday on La Grande Jatte – 1884, and it was painted by Georges Seurat. Along with studies, details, and reproductions of A Sunday on La Grande Jatte – 1884, as well as other compositions by Seurat, Robert Burleigh's playful yet inquisitive text brings to life the story of Seurat and his desire to create “a kind of painting that was [his] own.” Book specifications: hardcover, 32 pgs., 9 1/4 in. x 12 1/4 in. Publisher: Abrams Books, 2004.
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• Barron's All About Techniques In Oils All About Techniques In Oils  ^new
  

  PRICE: 24.26

  This book begins with advice on choosing pigments, canvas, and equipment, then shows you how to use brushes, knives, and other artists' tools. You'll come to understand the theory of color and its combinations, then be guided step by step in creating landscapes, portraits, nudes, still lifes, animal illustrations and more. Hardcover, 144 pages. Barron's. ISBN 764150456
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• Barron's The Artist's Complete Guide The Artist's Complete Guide  ^new
  

  PRICE: 28.45

  The title tells this book's story. Art students, amateur artists, and professionals seeking a basic, all-inclusive reference source will find virtually everything they need to know in order to get started drawing and painting in all media. Artists' materials and their many different uses are shown in color photos and described in detail--pencils, brushes, charcoal sticks, pastels, papers, canvas, inks, oil pigments, watercolors, acrylics, tempera, gouache, and more. Also presented is basic instruction in color theory, perspective, portraiture, anatomy and the human figure, and landscape and seascape painting. Students will find examples and analyses of different art approaches, including classical realism, impressionism, expressionism, cubism, abstract styles, and much more. Hundreds of color photos and illustrations include reproductions of famous works by artists, who include Rembrandt, Manet, van Gogh, and many others. Hardcover. 8 1/2 x 11 in. 256 pages. Barron's, 2005. ISBN 764158139
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• Chronicle Books Art Up Close From Ancient To Modern Art Up Close  ^new
  

  PRICE: 21.80

  Send children on a search for tiny details hidden in full-color reproductions of some of the world's most celebrated works of art. Lift-the-flap keys reveal the solutions to each puzzle and the fascinating stories behind the works that helped art develop throughout the ages. By Claire d'Harcourt. Seuil Chronicle, 2003. Hardcover, 64 pages. Full color throughout. Measures 10 1/2 in. x 14 1/2 in. ISBN 2020596946
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• Chronicle Books Make Your Mark Make Your Mark  ^new
  

  PRICE: 23.70

  So many people want to explore the artist within, but don't know where to start. Make Your Mark is the answer. Packed with exciting and accessible art projects, step-by-step instruction, beautiful illustrations, and helpful diagrams, Make Your Mark is a veritable at-home art instructor. Author, artist, and teacher Margaret Peot shares her encouragement and ideas in this fully illustrated guidebook, mapping out new pathways for the personal artistic journey. Eleven chapters focus on different art techniques -- from stencils and prints to collage and rubbings -- suggesting 55 easy-to-follow, step-by-step projects that offer sophisticated and satisfying results. Peot's warm and engaging voice, helpful tips, clear explanations, and simple instructions make it easy to get started, and the sheer range of projects will keep the creative fires burning. Decorated with more than 180 illustrations, every page is brimming with encouragement. Paperback book measures 8 1/2 in. x 101/4 in., 176 pages with 128 half-tone photographs and line art. ISBN:0811838234. Chronicle.
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• Discoveries Picasso: Master Of The New Idea Picasso: Master Of The New Idea Isbn: 0810928027  ^new
  

  PRICE: 12.04

  An intimate portrait of a man whose name had become synonymous with the notion of creative genius, this book traces Picasso's life from his beginnings in Spain through his many years in Paris. In it we meet his friends and lovers and witness his rise from poverty to overwhelming worldwide recognition. Who was Picasso – a public figure who lived his life in the headlines, or a private person, unpredictable and filled with secrets? Above all, he was an artist who, through constant experimentation, made an indelible mark on the 20th century. Book specifications: paperback, 192 pgs., 5 in. x 7 in. Publisher: Abrams, 1993.
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• Discoveries Rembrandt: Master Of The Portrait Rembrandt: Master Of The Portrait Isbn: 0810928132  ^new
  

  PRICE: 12.04

  Rembrandt was sensationally successful at first but lonely, bankrupt, and virtually ignored by the end of his life. Still, the paintings of these later years are his most powerful and psychologically penetrating. Nothing deflected Rembrandt from his inner vision and his unique handling of light – which would change the course of art forever. Book specifications: paperback, 176 pgs., 5 in. x 7 in. Publisher: Abrams, 1992.
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• Discoveries Van Gogh: The Passionate Eye Van Gogh: The Passionate Eye Isbn: 0810928280  ^new
  

  PRICE: 12.04

  When Vincent van Gogh was young he wanted to be a minister. He studied, wrote, and preached with a passion that proved almost frightening in its intensity. Later, he directed his passion into his letters and, of course, his magnificent paintings, which endure today, illuminating the turbulent life of this fiery genius. Meet van Gogh, the remarkable late-19th century painter. Book specifications: paperback, 176 pgs., 5 in. x 7 in. Publisher: Abrams, 2001.
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• Dk An Introduction To Art Techniques An Introduction To Art Techniques  ^new
  

  PRICE: 23.75

  A comprehensive guide for the enthusiastic beginner and the experienced artist alike, this book embraces seven basic elements of art technique in one comprehensive volume. The subjects included are drawing, perspective, watercolor, pastels, oil painting, acrylics, and mixed media. Easy-to-follow projects--from drawing natural forms to creating a photo collage--teach you all the essentials of each subject and inspire you to go on to master more complex techniques. Close-up, step-by-step photographs show artworks being created before your eyes, revealing the secrets of how professional artists produce their work. You will find clear, authoritative text written by artists who specialize in each particular medium. Paperback book measures 10 7/8 in. x 8 1/2 in., 480 pages. DK, 2000. ISBN 0789451514
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• Dk Art: The World's Greatest Paintings Explored Art: The World's Greatest Paintings Explored  ^new
  

  PRICE: 23.75

  Discover the refreshingly new approach to art appreciation in Art. Using detailed annotation of 45 works from the world's greatest artists, this book provides a deeper understanding and richer enjoyment of the masterpieces of painting. This fascinating book takes an original approach to interpreting the lost language of art, using annotation to highlight everything you need to know to appreciate the world's favorite paintings, from Botticelli's The Birth of Venus to Picasso's Guernica. It explains the artist's techniques and intentions and clarifies the meaning of obscure subjects, decoding the mysterious symbolism that can make even the most familiar painting elusive. It is like a gallery full of the world's most spectacular paintings, including the devotional icons of the Gothic period and early Renaissance and the awe-inspiring achievements of the High Renaissance. It shows the splendor of the Baroque and Rococo, and scrutinizes the drama of the Neoclassicists and the Romantics. Biographical notes on the artist place each work in its true personal and historical context. At last, art lovers can truly enter the world of their favorite paintings. Hardcover book with jacket measures 10 1/2 in. x 14 1/5 in. 104 pages. DK, 1995. ISBN 1564588483
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• Dk Great Artists: The Lives Of 50 Painters Explored Great Artists  ^new
  

  PRICE: 23.75

  Discover a refreshingly new approach to exploring the lives of 50 major painters in Great Artists. Using detailed annotation of key works as well as other contemporary images, this book provides intriguing insights into the creative genius of artists from Michelangelo to Matisse, Canaletto to Klee and Hogarth to Hopper. The unique, visual approach is complemented by authoritative text that highlights important events in each artist's life, explains their techniques and stylistic trademarks, and outlines their personal development and intentions. The book's generous size and superb reproduction enable you to appreciate the fascinating detail of each work, while the detailed annotation highlights the particular features - such as hidden symbolism or distinctive brushwork - that distinguish each artist's work. Images and influences that were inspirational to the artist are featured, providing a clearer understanding of what helped to shape each work. Hardcover book with jacket measures 10 1/2 in. x 14 in., 112 pages. DK, 1998. ISBN 078942391X
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• Dk The Art Of Calligraphy The Art Of Calligraphy  ^new
  

  PRICE: 17.05

  A practical guide to the skills and techniques. Whether you want to personalize stationery or enhance other special gifts and objects, The Art of Calligraphy helps you choose equipment, from brushes, pens, pencils, papers, to inks, and then shows exactly how to produce every letter of the alphabet in a number of different scripts. Paperback measures 8 3/4 in. x 11 in., 128 pages. DK, 2005. ISBN 0756613043
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• Dk The Complete Guide To Watercolor The Complete Guide To Watercolor  ^new
  

  PRICE: 19.00

  For painters of every level, this comprehensive volume presents each creative process in clear, full-color photographic sequences. From mixing colors and applying washes to tonal studies and pattern in landscapes, The Complete Guide to Watercolor contains everything one needs to know about working in this very expressive medium. This all-in-one volume presents each process in clear, full-color photographic sequences, reveals secrets of the trade, and contains easy-to-follow projects to help master new techniques. Paperback book measures 10 3/4 in. x 8 1/2 in., 240 pages. DK, 2002. ISBN 0789487985
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• Dk The New Artist's Handbook New Artist's Handbook  ^new
  

  PRICE: 27.90

  Originally published in 1987 by Knopf, this fully revised and updated guide contains updated text and brand new, beautiful, full-color images. Inside the covers, step-by-step projects and glowing reproductions of the great masters inspire readers to expand their vision and experiment with creative techniques. The text is designed to instruct, inspire, and broaden the skills of anyone interested in all aspects of art from drawing, painting, and printmaking to digital media and applied techniques.Hardcover, 7.12 in. x 10.31 in., 384 pages.ISBN 0-7894-9336-5. DK.
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• Dover Art Nouveau Design Fantasies Art Nouveau Design Fantasies Isbn: 0486444163  ^new
  

  PRICE: 11.11

  Elegant and distinctive, these eye-catching motifs combine a refined naturalism with the sophistication of Art Nouveau. Created during the early years of the Art Nouveau movement, they reflect the late-nineteenth-century interest in Japanese art, as well as the fresh excitement of a blossoming style that's remained fashionable for well over a century. 66 full-color images feature luxurious patterns and ornaments designed for ceramics, furniture, textiles, walls, and ceilings. Superbly reproduced from a rare folio, these decorations were formerly available only in high-priced antiquarian editions. Book specifications: paperback, 48 pgs., 8 3/8 in. x 11 in. Publisher: Dover, 2005.
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• Dover Art Nouveau Flowers And Floral Ornament In Full Color Art Nouveau Flowers And Floral Ornament  ^new
  

  PRICE: 10.18

  Lovely, stylized drawings of actual plants – done in the sensuous, curvilinear style of Art Nouveau and displayed in ready-to-use panels, frames, spot illustrations, and other configurations – are placed alongside naturalistic renderings of the same species. The side-by-side arrangements allow commercial artists, designers, and hobbyists a wide choice of realistic and fanciful images. The book contains a total of 250 illustrations. Book specifications: paperback, 48 pgs., 8 3/8 in. x 11 in. Publisher: Dover, 2005.
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• Dover Astrology And Astronomy: A Pictorial Archive Of Signs And Symbols Astrology And Astronomy: A  ^new
  

  PRICE: 14.20

  As enchanting to browse through as a rare, old manuscript, this text contains more than 300 rare engravings and woodcut illustrations of astrological and astronomical subjects from around the world. Striking depictions of planets, the Milky Way, signs of the zodiac, comets, meteors, and other phenomena accompany a treasure trove of stories, lore, and mythical explanations of the nature and origin of astronomical phenomena. A multipurpose reference for artists and designers; an absorbing glimpse of primitive astronomy for scientists and other interested readers. Paperback book measures 8 3/8 in. x 11 in., 192 pages. Dover, 2005. ISBN 048643981X
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• Dover Dore's Spain Dore's Spain  ^new
  

  PRICE: 13.31

  From one of the most popular-and most prolific-illustrators of all time, 236 powerful drawings created by the artist during his trip to Spain in the 1870s. Includes a haunting view of Barcelona's prison of the Inquisition, dynamic portraits of the huddled poor, soaring interiors of cathedrals, fiery Spanish dancers, and other works of art exuding the romantic style, abundant detail, and dramatic use of light and shade for which Dore was famous. Paperback book measures 9 in. x 12 in., 192 pages. Dover. ISBN 0486434176
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• Dover Figures And Faces Figures And Faces  ^new
  

  PRICE: 13.25

  A sketcher's handbook. Veteran artist, illustrator, and teacher shows how simple and rewarding it can be to draw two of the most challenging of artistic subjects. A brief review of anatomical structure is followed by detailed illustrations and clear instructions for drawing people of different ages and ethnic groups. Practice sketching and contour drawing are discussed, as is working with charcoal and pastels, and finding and posing models. 160 pages of figures; 25 halftones; 4 charts. Paperback. 8/12 in. x 11 in. By Hugh Laidman. ISBN 0486437612
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• Dover Full Color Treasury Of Historic Ornament Full Color Treasury Of Historic Ornament Isbn: 04864  ^new
  

  PRICE: 16.69

  Chosen from among thousands of images in a massive three-volume set, this treasury offers the best and most beautiful ornaments from prehistory to the early 19th century. Conveniently arranged by period – Egyptian, Islamic, Baroque, Victorian, and other eras – these sumptuous designs feature brief identifying captions. Book specifications: paperback, 60 pgs., 8 3/8 in. x 11 in. Publisher: Dover, 2005.
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• Dover Gauguin Gauguin  ^new
  

  PRICE: 1.33

  The great Post-Impressionist painter Paul Gauguin merged influences from many cultures to create brilliantly original work. Inspired by his travels to Martinique, Tahiti, and the Marquesas Islands, Gauguin pioneered an appreciation of the simple and primitive. This excellent collection of 16 Gauguin masterpieces in pressure-sensitive sticker format recalls the artist's legacy. Included are Where Are You Going?, Self-Portrait with Halo, Spirit of the Dead Watching, Reverie, and a dozen others. Use these colorful stickers to decorate and beautify envelopes, letters, notebooks, and a host of other flat surfaces. Paperback, 16 full-color stickers on 4 plates.ISBN:486405990. DOVER
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• Dover Great Drawings Of Women: From The Renaissance To The Twentieth Century Great Drawings Of Wome  ^new
  

  PRICE: 12.04

  This stunning gallery of master drawings depicts women in a wide array of styles and settings. Great Drawings of Women: From the Renaissance to the Twentieth Century contains 102 illustrations, 16 in full color, including superb art by da Vinci, Rubens, Durer, Raphael, Watteau, Degas, Renoir, Corot, Manet, Sargent, Whistler, Hopper, Picasso, and other old and modern masters. Book specifications: paperback, 112 pgs., 8 3/8 in. x 11 in. Publisher: Dover, 2006.
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• Dover Great Portrait Drawings And Prints Great Portrait Drawings And Prints  ^new
  

  PRICE: 11.27

  Choice, original collection of 101 stunning portraits (16 in color) by a select group of world-famous artists, among them Peter Paul Rubens' Young Woman with Crossed Hands, Dante Gabriel Rossetti's Aurea Catena (Portrait of Mrs. Morris), and Toulouse-Lautrec's Portrait of Jane Avril. Also includes works by Henry Matisse, Giovanni Bellini, Eugene Delacroix, Vincent van Gogh, Egon Schiele, Edgar Degas, and other masters. Will appeal to artists, students, and lovers of fine art. Paperback book measures 8 3/8 in. x 11 in., 112 pages. ISBN:0486434028. Dover.
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