Somewhere within the iconic images, carefully-made personae, star-studded milieu, million-dollar price tags and famous quotes lies the real Andy Warhol. But who was he? Robert Shore unfolds the multi-dimensional Warhol, dissecting his existence as undisputed art-world hotshot, recreating the amazing circle that surrounded him, and tracing his path to stardom back through his early career and his awkward and unusual youth. After Warhol, nothing would be the same – he changed art forever. Fin...

Have you have ever felt at a disadvantage when joining in a conversation on a subject that you aren’t confident about? If yes, this new book series is for you. Each book features definitions of two hundred words frequently used to describe and discuss a smart subject.

200 Words to Help You Talk About Philosophy is designed to demystify jargon-based philosophic language and make you at ease holding a conversation on the topic. Philosophy can be baffling, as well as fascinating, to the best o...

The Short Story of the Novel is a new and innovative introduction to the best works of fiction from the last 500 years. Simply constructed, the book explores 60 key novels from The Tale of Genji to My Brilliant Friend. In addition to enjoyable descriptions of the novels and concise explanations of why they are important, the book illuminates the most significant writing genres, themes and techniques. Accessible and fun to read, with a foreword by Professor Peter Boxall, this pocket guide will...

Painting isn't as hard as it looks. And it's fun. Whether you're a total beginner or have been painting for years, this indispensable guide cuts through the jargon and provides clear, practical advice and tips to help develop your skills. Techniques and ideas are described and explained, inspiring you to make your own great paintings. Addressing the fundamentals of painting with watercolour, oil and acrylic, the book encourages you to explore the limitless possibilities painting has to offer....

Andy Warhol?–?Top of the Pops, devout Catholic,

silver-wig wearer and now the star of Where’s Warhol?

Spot Warhol in the corridors of the Bauhaus or the Sistine Chapel as he and his famous friends pop up in 12 spectacles of art history. Expand your art horizons and indulge in some celebrity spotting: all ages will enjoy this original take on a classic format.

Inkt is het eerste boek van een nieuwe reeks gericht op het maken van hedendaagse kunst met populaire mediums waaronder acryl, olie, potlood en gouache. De boeken staan bomvol schildertechnieken, creatieve ideeën en toepassingen en het plezier van het mixen met andere media. Dankzij de duidelijke aanwijzingen en inspirerende voorbeelden van hedendaagse kunstenaars geeft deze reeks je gegarandeerd de artistieke oppepper die je zoekt. Deze serie zal een beroep doen op artiesten van alle niveau...

An original approach to the art of drawing using pencil, with a spread-based accessible formula allowing the reader to understand key concepts quickly and easily

An inspiring book exploring all aspects of interior design in 100 engaging and beautifully illustrated entries.

Colour your way through a magical collection of plants and animals with Into the Wild: An Exotic Woodland Colouring Book