Искусство и фотография

Book Description Halliwell’s —the undisputed bible of the film industry—now select their Top 1,000 films. Presented as a fully illustrated “countdown,” it also features top–ten lists from industry insiders, film stars, and directors.

Book DescriptionThis exploration of violence in films questions why adults are often entertained by films that social and cultural consensus considers extreme and brutal. Hill argues that understanding the process of viewing violence is one way to open up the current debate concerning the effects of violence to include objective and broadminded responses to this phenomenon.

Book DescriptionA full college class on creating comics... in a graphic novel! Learn the secrets of the trade while attending an actual class. By two professors of the Savannah College of Art & Design with a class of their best seniors.

Book DescriptionFrom delicate early 20th century full-color photographs culled from National Geographic?s Autochrome collection of glass plates to modern shots taken by acclaimed landscape photographer Sam Abell, Gardens captures the beauty of flora, and the creativity and dedication of gardeners through the years. Presenting gorgeous landscapes from far-off places to some of America?s most beautiful backyards, Gardens is the ultimate tribute to this past century?s finest and most fascinating gardens.

Book DescriptionThis bountiful anthology combines all the key early writings on film noir with many newer essays, including some published here for the first time. The collection is assembled by the editors of the Third Edition of Film Noir: An Enclyclopedic Reference to the American Style, now regarded as the standard work on the subject.

Book Description This volume presents a selection of 200 extraordinary images that reflect the central role played by the genre of the nude in the history of photography and in its experimentation. Ever since the invention of photography in 1839 the nude has constituted a favorite subject among the practitioners of the medium. Through numerous extraordinary examples this volume documents the historical and stylistic development of the nude from its origins with the first daguerreotypes to the provocative images of contemporary photographers.

The fascinating professional and personal life of one of today's most talented actresses is revealed in this biography of Diana Rigg, one of the sexiest women ever to grace the television screen. Rigg's high-profile roles are detailed - from the brilliant and seductive British agent Emma Peel in "The Avengers" to one of the most intelligent and impressive of James Bond's women (and the only one who actually gets to marry him) in "On Her Majesty's Secret Service". Rigg's time with the Royal Shakespeare Company and her current stage career are also profiled. This book tells the story of a rebellious and outspoken woman who has always lived life on her own terms, defying both convention and authority.

Here is a look at Lalique's creative process through a selection of unusual works - inluding glassware, paintings, jewelery, and fashion designs - that highlight both the technical and aesthetic aspects of his actual craft. Not just another showcase of Lalique art nouveau glories, this catalog includes photographs taken by the artist, preparatory sketches and life-size studies, and the objects that inspired Lalique - as well as finished pieces from a period when he laid the foundations for his style. The authors compare Lalique's work to that of his creative contemporaries and contextualize his work within the creative arts of the time. They show how Lalique's creativity was situated among the arts, poetry, and literature of the day, and how he used other art forms to effect a stylistic renewal of jewelery that is still treasured. With stunning images and authoritative essays, this monograph illuminates the full range of this ingenious craftsman.

The lovely images in this rare collection comprise one of the most comprehensive surveys of mid-nineteenth-century Japanese art and ornamentation. Included are graceful details from landscapes, floral motifs, abstracts, illustratons of sea life, and other subjects-ideal for use in a host of art and craft projects, modern textiles and graphics among them. A delight for anyone interested in Japanese art and culture, this volume will be an invaluable source of permission-free graphics for designers and decorators in search of new subjects with an authentic Japanese flavor. Over 300 figures on 65 plates.

Book DescriptionRubber Stamping continues to be a hugely popular craft. In addition to the everyday stamper who buys stamps to make cards and scrapbooks, people from all other craft areas are discovering the exciting ways that stamping can contribute to the artwork they are already doing. Stamping is everywhere. Whether your love is polymer clay, fabric, collage, paper, book arts, or home decor, stamps can bring a new level of creativity to any craft. Stamp is a comprehensive collection of stamp ideas, techniques, projects and inspiration, providing a complete sourcebook for all types of crafters looking to add stamping to their creative canon.