Autotheory--the commingling of theory and philosophy with autobiography--as a mode of critical artistic practice indebted to feminist writing and activism. In the 2010s, the term "autotheor...more
The present volume offers eloquent testimony that many of the master builders of this century have held passionate convictions regarding the philosophic and social basis of their art. Nearly...more
The classic work on the evaluation of city form.What does the city's form actually mean to the people who live there? What can the city planner do to make the city's image more vivid and mem...more
Mark Ryden’s Yakalina Secrets is the wondrous second installment in the artist’s incredible gallery of creatures. Foreword by Takashi Murakami In his Pacific Northwest studio during the iso...more
""The Art of Kung Fu Panda 4" provides an exclusive behind-the- scenes look at the making of the movie, with concept art, character designs, interviews with key animation talent, and more...more
Web-sling into action with an oversized hardcover art book chronicling the development of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 through never-before-seen concept art and intimate creator commentary. Peter P...more
A Great Gay Book: Stories of Growth, Belonging & Other Queer Possibilities is a gorgeously designed collection of art, essays, short fiction, poetry, interviews, profiles, and photography fr...more
"A full-color hardcover volume featuring art and commentary from the development of Assassin’s Creed Mirage. Join Basim, a young rogue living in ninth-century Baghdad as he transcends from ...more
"A posthumous collection of over 200 ... photographs that document the history and cultural impact of the Asian American social justice movement, through the lens of ... photographer Corky ...more
I Love HELL-A! This gory volume is dripping with insights showing just how the video game world of Dead Island 2 came to life! Featuring never before seen concept art on each of the Slayers,...more
"An oversized, full-color hardcover art book collecting concept art and creator commentary from the next chapter in Cal Kestis’ thrilling saga. Cal and his friends continue to evade the Emp...more
"A full-color hardcover art book chronicling the renowned Nightdive Studios’ faithful recreation of the iconic cyber-sci-fi action thriller video game, System Shock! When a powerful artific...more
An oversize, full color, hardcover cataloging art from the development of Skull and Bones. Experience the journey from outcast to infamous pirate in The Art of Skull and Bones! Explore life ...more
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Heroes and Villains of Origins and Masterverse come alive! This beautifully designed volume gives a deep dive into the lore and world of the Mattel hit figure lines, Masters of the Universe:...more
The Art of DreamWorks Trolls Band Together celebrates the much-anticipated latest chapter in DreamWorks Animation’s blockbuster musical franchise. Following beloved Trolls Poppy and Branch ...more
A chronicle collecting concept art and creator commentary from the development of the hyper-meta animated Netflix series. In the dark future of 1992, the country formerly known as the USA is...more
A new take on the legendary tale of discovery, bravery, and embracing one’s true self Dive into DreamWorks Animation’s latest action-comedy about a family of sea monsters hiding in plain si...more
Become a master of the Marvel Cinematic Universe! The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is vast, incredibly varied, and richly complex. Different worlds, different timelines, countless charact...more
An oversized full-color hardcover that celebrates fifteen years of the iconic Assassin’s Creed video game saga! Discover the genesis of each Assassin’s Creed game and get an insider’s look a...more
An illustrated guide to Dungeons & Dragons’ beloved fifth edition told through interviews, artwork, and visual ephemera from the designers, storytellers, and artists who bring it to life. Wh...more
A deep-dive reflection about the making of Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas! This enchanting coffee table book features new interviews with the filmmakers and rare images from the...more
The second installment in the intriguing journey of Guweiz, whose stunning art has earned him over 1 million followers on Instagram. Following on from his first book, Guweiz: The Art of Gu...more
"With its stunning array of full-color images, The Printmaking Bible is the ultimate guide to the ins and outs of every variety of printmaking practiced today-from intaglio to monotype. In ...more
In this first-ever critical biography of Baqué, art historian, author, and curator Brian Chidester reflects the artist and his creation through the prism of 20th century art, the Franco dict...more
A dynamic full-color hardcover featuring concept art and creator commentary chronicling the development of the next adventure in the epic Horizon saga. When a mysterious r...more
"Award-winning comics artist and illustrator Peter Bergting showcases a body of work nearly 30 years in the making. Bergting’s repertoire of fantasy, horror, and scif-fi illustrations inclu...more
"A fantastic, full-color, oversized hardcover that chronicles the making of Gearbox’s genre-mashing looter shooter! Go beyond the Borderlands with The Art of Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands! Embark...more
Path of the Panther is a story of new hope for the recovery of an iconic endangered species and its Everglades home - and a global example of how protecting wildlife corridors can sustain ba...more
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - A photographic and narrative celebration of contemporary Native American life and cultures, alongside an in-depth examination of issues that Native people face, b...more
The Art of DreamWorks’ Puss in Boots: The Last Wish celebrates the triumphant return of the fairy-tale hero with a look at the artistry and creativity behind the animated adventure. Foreword...more
"Take an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the creative process of James Cameron’s Avatar: The Way of Water. Packed with hundreds of stunning images and written in collaboration with the...more
"The Art of Star Wars: The High Republic takes fans behind the scenes of Phase I of Lucasfilm Publishing’s massive crossover event. Collecting the very best concept art of the new character...more
A comprehensive visual celebration and ultimate tribute to the greatest guitar player in rock and roll history. In the four years before his untimely death at age 27, Jimi Hendrix created a ...more
"Disney attraction posters have been an important means of communication since Disneyland began displaying them in 1956. These eye-catching pieces of artwork adorn the parks with flair and ...more
The second volume of the official Final Fantasy XIV lore books, written and compiled by the Final Fantasy XIV development team! Packed with art and information, this ...more
The first volume of the official Final Fantasy XIV lore books, written and compiled by the Final Fantasy XIV development team! This deluxe, full-color, hardcover volume is the definitive gui...more
In this visually stunning hardback, globally loved artist Lois van Baarle, AKA Loish, explores the origins, influences, and features of her style, and helps readers do the same deep dive int...more
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A one of a kind, oversized hardcover exploring the newest addition to the Masters of the Universe world! Diving deep into the process of the show, this tome features detailed explorations in...more
A 2022 ALA Choice Magazine Outstanding Academic Title A visual and global chronicle of the triumphs, challenges, and impact of over 100 women in architecture, from early practitioners to con...more
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"Filmmaker, photographer, and world-class mountaineer Jimmy Chin goes where few can follow to capture stunning images in death-defying situations. There and Back draws from his breathtaking...more
A career-spanning monograph, SPIKE is a visual celebration of acclaimed filmmaker Spike Lee’s life and work to date. Spike Lee is a world-renowned, Academy Award-winning filmmaker, a cultu...more
2021 NAACP Image Award Nominee This definitive history is a celebration of the first African-American ballet company, from its 1960s origins in a Harlem basement, to the performances, commun...more
Immerse yourself in the world of Denis Villeneuve’s Dune and discover the incredible creative journey that brought Frank Herbert’s iconic novel to the big screen. Frank...more
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Amy Ratcliffe’s The Art of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is the only book to provide an inside look at the magic behind the themed lands at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort, documen...more
Expanded with never before seen works of art, this new edition delves deeper than ever into the sci-fi saga that changed video games forever. Contains extensive new material from the DLCs fo...more
New York Times bestseller Dolly Parton, Songteller: My Life in Lyrics is a landmark celebration of the remarkable life and career of a country music and pop culture legend. This landmark vo...more
"The Disney princess is a one-of-a-kind celebration of the timeless Disney characters who have enchanted audiences for generations. This landmark book serves as the definitive visual histor...more
The first monograph by the art director for leading video game company Blizzard Entertainment Brütal: The Art of Samwise is a career-spanning art book that assembles the many artistic ...more
A beautifully realized tome inspired by traditional Japanese aesthetics and featuring art from the delicately crafted video game from Sucker Punch Productions. Dark Horse Books and Sucker Pu...more
Follow Ellie's profound and harrowing journey of vengeance through an exhaustive collection of original art and intimate creator commentary in the full-color hardcover volume: The Ar...more
The beautiful companion volume to Lee Ufan’s largest site-specific outdoor sculpture project in the U.S. In fall 2019, the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden debuted 10 new specially comm...more
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Discover what it’s like to report to work every day for The Walt Disney Company. Step behind the scenes to immerse yourself in one "ordinary" day at Disney. In addition to the book, the Di...more
A groundbreaking reading of Duchamp's work as informed by Asian "esoterism, " energetic spiritual practices identifying creative energy with the erotic impulse.Considered by many to be the m...more
Game of Thrones: A Guide to Westeros and Beyond, The Complete Series is a visual exploration of the world of HBO's Game of Thrones(R). In two parts, the book follows the story of the South, ...more
See how the story of Jamie Frasier and Claire Beauchamp Randall comes to life on the screen with this official, photo-filled companion to the third and fourth seasons of the hit Starz televi...more
Essays, project plans, and correspondence from across Nam Jun Paik''s career, much of it previously out of print or unpublished.Nam June Paik (1932-2006) is a pivotal figure in the history o...more
In the 1970s and 1980s, the Disney animation studio redefined its creative vision in the wake of Walt Disney's death. This latest volume from renowned Disney historian Didier Ghez profiles K...more
Stunning concept art, powerful behind-the-scenes photography, and fascinating interviews with the cast and crew pack The Art and Making of The Lion King, offering an inside perspective on ho...more
Investigating the concepts and material realities of energy coursing through the arts: a foundational text.This book investigates energies--in the plural, the energies embedded and embodied ...more
The first chapter of the highly acclaimed, Eisner Award-winning superhero saga in deluxe, oversized hardcover format. Collects the first and second volumes of Black Hammer, and Black Hammer:...more
This oversized hardcover is the ultimate companion to the award-winning video game The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and includes material from its DLC packs. Witness the making of a c...more
Foreword by Jude LawNewt, Tina, Queenie, and Jacob, the beloved heroes of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, are back In The Archive of Magic, an exciting full-color companion volume...more
"One of the nicest things about the holiday season is exchanging greetings with our many friends, for these messages from all over the world represent the true spirit of Christmas in ma...more
It is a new beginning for Kratos. Living as a man, outside the shadow of the gods, he seeks solitude in the unfamiliar lands of Norse mythology. With new purpose and his son at his side, Kra...more
Celebrating the Life and Art of an American Master "Here is a picture that demonstrates classical mastery and offers allusions to the history of art, all the while acknowledging the art an...more
Explore the creation of Guillermo del Toro's early masterpiece through this visually stunning and insightful look at the spine-chilling classic. Released in 2001, Guillermo del Toro's The De...more
Experts in the ten major Pulp genres, from action Pulps to spicy Pulps and more, chart for the first time the complete history of Pulp magazines--the stories and their writers, the graphics ...more
Everything you need to use your handplanes No woodworking tool is more satisfying, quick and precise to use than a handplane. Planes can process timber in its rough state, bring boards up ...more
The official, fully illustrated, behind-the-scenes companion to the first two seasons of the hit Starz television series based on Diana Gabaldon's bestselling Outlander novels. It was only ...more
An unprecedented collection of polemical and autobiographical writings by America's greatest composer-critic. Following on the critically acclaimed 2014 edition of Virgil Thomson's collected...more
I had always thought that when I was around 84 and Robin was 80 we could collaborate on a book about the golden years of his career where he could look at my photographs and reminisce about ...more
For over a decade, Magnus Hastings has been photographing the world's greatest drag superstars and asking each of them a simple question: Why drag? The result is this mesmerizing volume in w...more
Sōtatsu is a beautifully designed volume celebrating the influential early seventeenth-century Japanese painter Tawaraya Sōtatsu. This book, the first Western survey of this import...more
A photographic look into the world of vinyl record collectors--including Questlove--in the most intimate of environments--their record rooms. Compelling photographic essays from photographe...more
As the Walt Disney Studio entered its first decade and embarked on some of the most ambitious animated films of the time, Disney hired a group of "concept artists" whose sole mission was t...more
The first comprehensive compendium of works by one of the groundbreaking pioneers of psychedelic poster art in the late '60s, California Dreams is a career-spanning collection of 240 pieces ...more
Glittering World tells the remarkable story of Navajo jewelry--from its ancient origins to the present--through the work of the gifted Yazzie family of New Mexico. Jewelry has long been an i...more
National Geographic The Covers is the definitive cover collection from the world’s most beloved magazine. The magazine with the famous yellow border has been in publication for more than 125...more
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The celebrated designer and author of The Language of Interior Design takes readers deeply into her process of selecting the details for elegant, classic homes with inviting living rooms, be...more
In this first-ever showcase of his work, Gregory Heisler, one of professional photography's most respected practitioners, shares 50 iconic portraits of celebrities, athletes, and world leade...more
Inspired by The Grateful Dead and featuring interviews and profiles of key artists, Art of the Dead is the story of the vibrant, charismatic poster art that emerged from the streets of 1960s...more
"You’ll initially find it hard to believe that these pictures are real--but they are. These are the most beautiful photographs of the world’s most beautiful birds. The birds’ behavior, rich...more
The beach house is more than just a place to live--it is a symbol of a life well lived. --from the Introduction Coastal homes capture our imagination because they hold the promise of freedo...more
Black and white d cor is at once dramatic and understated, modern and classic, apparent in the work of iconic designers such as Dorothy Draper and Madeleine Castaing but just as present in d...more
Over the past 25 years, Pixar''s team of artists, writers, and directors have shaped the world of contemporary animation with their feature films and shorts. From classics such as Toy Story ...more