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Arts, crafts & photography
Why Your Five Year Old Could Not Have Done That
By Susan Hodge
Paperback
Published 01-Oct-2012
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Gives you an understanding of the ways in which modern art differs from realistic works of earlier centuries. This book examines 100 works of modern art that have attracted critical and public hostility from Cy Twomblys scribbled "Olympia", Jean-Michel Basquiats crude but spontaneous "LNAPRK", and more.
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Beyond the Page
By Quentin Blake
Hardback
Published 15-Nov-2012
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The author is one of the best-known illustrators in the world, creating iconic characters for amongst others Russell Hoban, Joan Aiken, Michael Rosen, and Roald Dahl. In this title, he writes about his projects and describes his working processes, his collaborators, his travels, and his various projects and commissions.
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London Underground by Design
By Mark Ovenden
Paperback
Published 18-Jan-2013
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Beginning in the pioneering Victorian age, the author charts the evolution of architecture, branding, typeface, map design, interior and textile styles, posters, signage and graphic design and how these came together to shape the Underground's identity, and the character of London itself.
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What are You Looking At?
By Will Gompertz
Hardback
Published 06-Sep-2012
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What is modern art? Why do we either love it or loathe it? And why is it worth so much damn money? This title deals with these questions. It is suitable for sceptics, art lovers, and the millions of us who visit art galleries every year - and are confused.
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London Secrets
By Tim Gosling
Hardback
Published 28-Jun-2012
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Creative Colouring Book for Grown-Ups
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Paperback
Published 03-May-2012
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Doodling and colouring have long been known to enhance one's thought processes and provide a relaxing yet highly creative way to free the mind. This title helps you to explore your natural creativity, providing you with some exotic patterns to colour in, however and whenever you feel inspired.
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Grace
By Grace Coddington
Hardback
Published 22-Nov-2012
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Overnight, the flame-haired the author became a heroine for fashion insiders and the general public alike. This title shares the excitement and vision that go into producing so many unforgettable fashion images.
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Wildlife Photographer of the Year Portfolio 22
By Rosamund Kidman Cox
Hardback
Published 01-Oct-2012
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This unforgettable collection features all winning and commended photographs from the prestigious Veolia Environnement Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2012 competition. Taken by the world's top professional and amateur photographers, the images are not only technically flawless, but creative, innovative and surprising.
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Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II
By Reuel Golden
Hardback
Published 25-Nov-2012
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In honor of the Queen's Diamond Jubilee - 60 years on the throne, this title celebrates the extraordinary private and public life of Her Majesty. It tells her royal story through hundreds of photographs taken from multiple archives in the United Kingdom (including the Royal Collection), Continental Europe, and the United States.
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How to Photograph Absolutely Everything
By Tom Ang
Paperback
Published 02-Feb-2009
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Whatever you want to photograph, this guide to taking photographs shows you how to get it right. From still life to children's parties, it offers instructions to discover what equipment you may need, the best approach for each subject and how to compose, light, frame and take great shots. It also includes tips on everyday photography.
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