Art and Design

Recent movers and shakers in Art and Design.
Updated October 12, 2025
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Acts of Resistance: The Power of Art to Create a Better World
Amber Massie-Blomfield
Paper Book
What is the purpose of art in a world on fire? Can it be a genuine form of political resistance? What is the purpose of art in a world on fire? In this exhilarating and deeply inspiring work, Amber Massie-Blomfield considers the work of artists, writers, musicians, and filmmakers-...
Islamesque: The Forgotten Craftsmen Who Built Europe's Medieval Monuments
Diana Darke
Paper Book
Who really built Europe's finest Romanesque monuments? Clergymen presiding over holy sites are credited throughout history, while highly skilled creators remain anonymous. But the buildings speak for themselves.This groundbreaking book explores the evidence embedded in medieval monasteries, churches...
Leonardo da Vinci: An Untraceable Life
Stephen J. Campbell
Paper Book
How our image of the Renaissance's most famous artist is a modern myth Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519) never signed a painting, and none of his supposed self-portraits can be securely ascribed to his hand. He revealed next to nothing about his life in his extensive writings, yet...
Visually Speaking: Mastering Photography as a Visual Language
Ted Forbes
Paper Book
Dedicated to mastering photography as a visual language, this book helps you explore what to shoot and how to understand your own work. With 21 detailed chapters on photography techniques and practices, Forbes teaches you not only to establish yourself as a photographer, but how to...
Don't Build, Rebuild: The Case for Imaginative Reuse in Architecture
Aaron Betsky
Paper Book
In a time of climate crisis and housing shortages, a bold, visionary call to replace current wasteful construction practices with an architecture of reuse As climate change has escalated into a crisis, the reuse of existing structures is the only way to even begin to preserve our...
A Short History of Black Craft in Ten Objects
Robell Awake
Paper Book
Ten beautifully illustrated essays tell the stories of handcrafted objects and their makers, providing inspiration and insight into Black history and craftsmanship. Black artisans have long been central to American art and design, creating innovative and highly...
The Theatrical Adventures of Edward Gorey: Rare Drawings, Scripts, and Stories
Carol Verburg
Step behind the curtain into The Theatrical Adventures of Edward Gorey! This stunning deluxe book is a long-awaited portal for Gorey fans, collectors, and curious explorers into the fantastical world of a unique artist. Edward Gorey (1925-2000) emerged as a cult hero with...
The Art of Cosplay and Creative Makeup: Create Incredible Looks with Simple Techniques and Affordable Materials
Chris Peck
Paper Book
Body painter extraordinaire Chris Peck, aka Rainbowskinz, shows you the fundamental techniques he uses to create an infinite number of extraordinary looks. Learn the secrets of stunning transformations with cosplay superstar Chris Peck in The Art of Cosplay and Creative...
The Calligraphy Book: Pointed Pen Techniques, Inspiration, and Projects
Lindsey Bugbee
Paper Book
Master modern calligraphy and create stunning invitations, artworks, and labels with this essential guide from The Postman's Knock. This all-in-one guide reveals the secret to creating stunning letter art, with essential tips, expert advice, and inspiring projects from Lindsey...

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