Collection: Reference

Provides new insights into the carving traditions of the 19th and early 20th century in Africa. Includes research on a variety of art forms such as the style and iconography of headrests. Celebrates the artistry of both ritual and household objects.

Contains information on all the important artists, art movements and events of the twentieth century

A beautifully illustrated volume which covers not only the making of the movie and its art but also takes the reader on a fascinating journey through the world of medieval France.

The Art of The Polar Express celebrates the transformation of Chris Van Allsburg's celebrated children's book The Polar Express into a full-length, animated feature film through a fascinating collection of concept art, production storyboards, and computer-generated renderings. Production designer...

The shoe is considerable in the history of civilization and art. The shoe has been used from the bottom to the top of the social ladder, by all the individuals of any given group, from group to group, by the entire world.

The story of Walt Disney and the company he built based entirely on the creations of his extraordinary imagination. Illustrations include concept art, background paintings, film stills and views of theme park attractions.

""Boyd's work is an extraordinary mixture of fantasy, eroticism and humanism. His prodigious creativity in all media is magnificently conveyed in this beautiful and original study.

Fully illustrated with over eighteen hundred drawings, arranged to trace the network of connections between Boyd's drawings and his work in other media, as well as the links between the drawings themselves.

The Australia's Best series support studies of Australians' achievements in diverse fields of endeavour. Each title contains profiles of remarkable individuals who have made significant contributions to Australian society, culture and history, outlining t

The spectacular arts and crafts of Morocco reflect a timeless mingling of influences from Moorish Spain, sub-Saharan Africa, and the Middle East - all the exotic worlds that once congregated at this crossroads of ancient trading routes

Modern Ceramic Products (MCP) was one of the most productive and experimental companies in Australia from the 1940s to the 1960s. This book is brimming with detail and anecdotes that animate a fascinating company story and dynamic era

THE SECOND HALI ANNUAL, focusing on Asian Art, draws together and explores key themes across a range of media in an accessible and strongly visual style.