Aimee McCulloch, an accomplished modern glass artist, goes beyond traditional stained-glass techniques and makes glass into modern and contemporary works of art. Enjoy that contemporary focus in this complete guide as she first teaches beginner stained-glass skills (cutting glass, soldering, etc.) before launching you into 10 ambitious, exciting, and inspiring projects that can be displayed at home or given as gifts. By learning each of these techniques, you'll be able to continue working and experimenting with stained glass to combine techniques and create your own special designs. With McCulloch's help, combine new, contemporary techniques with historical ones to bring this popular art form into the present day.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 176

Dimensions: 215 x 254 mm

Publication Date: 28-03-2022

Disrupted Realism is the first book to survey the works of contemporary painters who are challenging and reshaping the tradition of Realism. Helping art lovers, collectors, and artists approach and understand this compelling new phenomenon, it includes the works of 38 artists whose paintings respond to the subjectivity and disruptions of modern experience. Widely published author and blogger John Seed, who believes that we are "the most distracted society in the history of the world," has selected artists he sees as visionaries in this developing movement. The artists' impulses toward disruption are as individual as the artists themselves, but all share the need to include perception and emotion in their artistic process. Six sections lay out and analyze common themes: "Toward Abstraction," "Disrupted Bodies," "Emotions and Identities," "Myths and Visions," "Patterns, Planes, and Formations," and "Between Painting and Photography." Interviews with each artist offer additional insight into some of the most incisive and relevant painting being created today.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 208

Dimensions: 230 x 305 mm

Publication Date: 07-09-2019

In this follow-up to his first book, Folding Polyhedra, Alexander Heinz introduces eight more paper folding models. Most of these models are easy to assemble from a combination of folded triangles, squares, pentagons, and hexagons which are assembled in a symmetrical modular way, allowing you to create more than 60 forms by using and combining the different folded paper models. The models presented in this book use a mathematical geometric folding technique that Alexander Heinz developed himself. The models all have the same edge length, allowing every one of them to fit together edge-to-edge and corner-to-corner and making folding and combining the models easy. The projects are for all ages! They look very complex but are actually very simple to make. Once you've mastered the models and learned to assemble the forms, use these techniques to create your own unique and colourful paper sculptures and ornamental designs.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 176

Dimensions: 228 x 260 mm

Publication Date: 28-06-2023

Sisters Rachel Lawson and Siobhan Watt combined their talents-Siobhan's professional art and design experience and Rachel's needlework expertise-to create these delightful contemporary designs. Punch needle is accessible for everyone, including those with no craft experience. It's a delightful hobby to discover and a perfect way to turn a stash of yarn into practical items! Explore this relaxing craft with clear illustrations, photographs, and step-by-step instructions. Learn the techniques, which tools to combine with particular yarns, and where to source materials-including great ideas for upcycling materials. The 15 one-of-a-kind projects include rugs, plant holders, purses and bags, children's toys, pillows, wall hangings, framed art, and more. Start by creating small projects and move on to larger projects, challenging yourself as you progress and as you enjoy the fun and creativity that punch needle offers.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 128

Dimensions: 216 x 254 mm

Publication Date: 28-03-2022

Sofia has misplaced her toy hammer, and detectives Fox and Goat are on the case! Young children will join them as they search a construction site for clues and learn new concepts along the way. Is the hammer long or short, round or flat, large or small? Close observers may find the hammer before our professional sleuths do! This toddler's version of Sherlock Holmes is certain to engage and entertain young minds.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 28

Dimensions: 153 x 153 mm

Publication Date: 14-09-2019

On a remote island, among sand dunes, adjacent to a lake, and on a rocky beach -- these are just some of the stunning sites of the architect-designed contemporary houses featured in this celebration of getaways that connect strongly with nature. Renowned architecture and design commentator Stephen Crafti takes us on a private tour of residential getaways across the US and Canada, Australia, Italy, and New Zealand. Some second homes, such as a luxury yacht designed by architect Stephen Jolson, spare no amenity, mirroring the type of kitchen one would find in a house firmly anchored to the ground, rather than moored at a jetty. Others, such as a home by Bongiana Architetture on the outskirts of Padua in northern Italy, have a raw, almost industrial aesthetic. Sumptuous photography is juxtaposed with architectural drawings and floor plans, making this book an inspirational resource for architects and designers, as well as anyone seeking to build their own second home.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 304

Dimensions: 228 x 279 mm

Publication Date: 28-06-2023

Get an insider's look at 70 beautiful, charming European cities that you may not have heard of. Kufstein, Lugano, Wroclaw . . . enchanting, unique, and all-but-hidden urban beauties of Europe, where you can stroll and marvel undisturbed. Lush photos and informative text bring to life cities like Salerno, Italy, with its medieval Old Town; Paphos, Cyprus, with its romantic beaches; Alkmaar, Holland, with its cozy cafes; or the flourishing port city of Turku in Finland. Divided by region--central Europe, western Europe, southern and southeastern Europe, and north and eastern Europe-this guide will help you choose your next getaway away from the crowds. Go on a journey of discovery!

Bind: hardback

Pages: 240

Dimensions: 229 x 267 mm

Publication Date: 10-04-2022

Max's parents give him a very special gift: a tiny, magical box that will hold everything, from his toys to his feelings. Max learns, however, that feelings can't be put away as easily as toys. Each negative emotion he feels―anger, embarrassment, sadness, loneliness―gets added to the box, which grows and grows. Eventually it is so large that it keeps him from doing what he loves, like riding his bike and climbing trees. With some help from his friends and family, Max is able to turn the box into something beautiful and let it go. A parents' guide explains how well-intentioned adults often encourage children, especially young boys, to ignore and "put away" their feelings instead of learning to fully live with them. This simple but powerful story not only teaches children how to "control" their emotions but discourages suppressing them, the illustrations becoming more colorful and vibrant as Max moves out from his box's shadow.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 32

Dimensions: 217 x 217 mm

Publication Date: 14-09-2019

This is the history of the distinctive fighting knife of the Gaelic Irish, the skean (Irish: scian). Author Robert Gresh has scoured primary sources for references to the weapon in use and travelled to examine the known surviving examples. The skean fell into disuse in the 18th century without being well documented, and surviving examples are often out of sight in reserve collections, private collections, or small local museums. Today, the skean is sought after by reenactors and collectors, but before now, there has not been any definitive work on the subject. This study is intended to aid collectors and curators in the identification of original artifacts, while also assisting fabricators in the creation of replica pieces. Also included is information on manufacturing and fighting techniques.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 80

Dimensions: 228 x 304 mm

Publication Date: 28-05-2023

Outdoors; it's always the best time of year! Especially when the whole world lies open before us. But where are the greatest experiences beckoning to adventure seekers and outdoor fans? Experiences such as being on an aurora borealis safari in Tromso, Norway; taking a stand-up paddling trip on Italy's Lago D'Idro; or mountain biking through Austria's Salzburger Land with a view of the Alps. Follow our ideas for outdoor activities in Germany, Europe, and around the world: be inspired, be informed, and replicate them yourself!

Bind: hardback

Pages: 240

Dimensions: 229 x 267 mm

Publication Date: 20-04-2022