Sidebar

Categories

Availability

Language

Author

Show All

Format

Featured Products

The Women by Hannah, Kristin
The Women
A #1 bestseller on The New York Times, USA Today, Washington Post, and Los Angeles Times! From the celebrated author of The Nightingale and The Four Winds comes Kristin Hannah's The Women--at once an intimate portrait of coming of age in a dangerous time...
$44.99 AUD
$44.99 AUD
Funny Story by Henry, Emily
Funny Story
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ∙ A shimmering, joyful novel about a pair of opposites with the wrong thing in common, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Emily Henry. A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK OF 2024 Named a Must-Read Book of 2024...
$46.49 AUD
$46.49 AUD

Design

Discover captivating design and art books, featuring design textbooks and insights into book cover design.

Filter
  • 10
  • 15
  • 20
  • 25
  • 30
  • 50
  • Featured
  • Best selling
  • Alphabetically, A-Z
  • Alphabetically, Z-A
  • Price, low to high
  • Price, high to low
  • Date, old to new
  • Date, new to old
Sort

Sort by:

  • Featured
  • Best selling
  • Alphabetically, A-Z
  • Alphabetically, Z-A
  • Price, low to high
  • Price, high to low
  • Date, old to new
  • Date, new to old
  • How to Make Sewing Patterns, second edition by McCunn, Don
    How to Make Sewing Patterns, second edition
    How to Make Sewing Patterns solves the mysteries of pattern drafting with easy, step-by-step instructions and clear line drawings that show how to create custom-fit garments in a wide range of designs. The book's detailed instructions on measuring and fitting include do-it-yourself photographs as...
    $52.42 AUD
    $52.42 AUD
  • How to Be a Moonflower by Daisy, Katie
    How to Be a Moonflower
    Discover the world that awakens after dark and embrace the magic of the moon in this field guide by New York Times bestselling author and illustrator Katie Daisy. Following her beloved How to Be a Wildflower series, Katie Daisy is here to guide you...
    $32.92 AUD
    $32.92 AUD
  • Handmade Renaissance Faire Fashion: 20+ Patterns for Crafting Faire-Ready Capes, Cloaks and Crowns--The Authentic Way! by Anton, Maria
    Handmade Renaissance Faire Fashion: 20+ Patterns for Crafting Faire-Ready Capes, Cloaks and Crowns--The Authentic Way!
    Enter a Magical Realm of Handcrafted Fantasy Costumes, Accessories, Bags and More! Whether you're attending a Renaissance faire, anime convention, LARP event or costume party, dressing up is half the fun. Now it's easier than ever to make your own unique, one-of-a-kind outfit. In...
    $34.48 AUD
    $34.48 AUD
  • Grains of Gold Coloring Book by Karlzon, Hanna
    Grains of Gold Coloring Book
    A collectable compilation from Sweden's coloring book sensation, Hanna Karlzon.Hanna Karlzon's newest coloring book, Grains of Gold, is a best-of book that contains 83 favorite pages collected from Daydreams, Summer Nights, Magical Dawn, Seasons, Jewelry Box, and Spirit Animals as well as 11 brand...
    $25.48 AUD
    $25.48 AUD
  • Fearless Fashion Magnetic Dolls: A Mix-N-Match Set by Pappenheimer, Zoe
    Fearless Fashion Magnetic Dolls: A Mix-N-Match Set
    This fun, fabulous, and effortlessly fluid mix-and-match magnetic dress-up doll set puts the power of fashion in your hands. Housed in a delightful portable box, the set includes four dolls and forty-eight interchangeable outfit pieces. The stylish separates include artfully illustrated gorpcore jackets, botanical...
    $34.42 AUD
    $34.42 AUD
  • Fabric for Fashion: The Swatch Book Revised Second Edition by Hallett, Clive
    Fabric for Fashion: The Swatch Book Revised Second Edition
    'This updated version of the bestselling Fabric for Fashion: The Swatch Book, includes additional swatches, new close-up photography to show fabrication, yarn windings as well as finished fabric swatches and more! This unique resource with 142 swatches and yarns of the most recognized and...
    $202.47 AUD
    $202.47 AUD
  • Celtic Art: The Methods of Construction by Bain, George
    Celtic Art: The Methods of Construction
    The construction principles of Celtic art were re-discovered in the middle of the 20th century by George Bain. Until his writing, the intricate knots, interlacings, and spirals used in illuminating The Book of Kells and in decorating craftwork and jewelry seemed almost impossible, "the...
    $28.42 AUD
    $28.42 AUD
    Notify me
    Notify me
  • William Blake. Dante's 'Divine Comedy'. the Complete Drawings by Terzoli, Maria Antonietta
    William Blake. Dante's 'Divine Comedy'. the Complete Drawings
    Celebrated around the world as a literary monument, The Divine Comedy, completed in 1321 and written by Dante Alighieri (1265-1321), is widely considered the greatest work ever composed in the Italian language. The epic poem describes Dante's journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven, representing,...
    $59.99 AUD
    $59.99 AUD
    Notify me
    Notify me
  • What Would Jane Do?: Quips and Wisdom from Jane Austen by Potter Gift
    What Would Jane Do?: Quips and Wisdom from Jane Austen
    Jane Austen always knows the right thing to say. With this pocket-sized collection of quotes from her novels and letters, you too can have a quip for every situation. - Each page offers a beloved quote from Austen and its source.- Give yourself the...
    $15.00 AUD
    $15.00 AUD
  • The Unknown Craftsman: A Japanese Insight Into Beauty by Yanagi, Soetsu
    The Unknown Craftsman: A Japanese Insight Into Beauty
    This book challenges the conventional ideas of art and beauty. What is the value of things made by an anonymous craftsman working in a set tradition for a lifetime? What is the value of handwork? Why should even the roughly lacquered rice bowl of...
    $52.49 AUD
    $52.49 AUD
  • The Lost Art of Dress: The Women Who Once Made America Stylish by Przybyszewski, Linda
    The Lost Art of Dress: The Women Who Once Made America Stylish
    "A tribute to a time when style -- and maybe even life -- felt more straightforward, and however arbitrary, there were definitive answers." -- Sadie Stein, Paris Review As a glance down any street in America quickly reveals, American women have forgotten how to...
    $32.98 AUD
    $32.98 AUD
  • The Elegance and Comfort of Home by Wolter, Dana
    The Elegance and Comfort of Home
    The Elegance and Comfort of Home features beautiful living spaces that balance sophistication and comfort, achieving an understated elegance that is approachable and supports well-being.As an interior designer, Dana Wolter's goal has always been to create spaces that are not just visually beautiful, but...
    $74.99 AUD
    $74.99 AUD
  • The Design Book by Editors, Phaidon
    The Design Book
    Discover more than 500 of the most innovative, influential, and enduring products from the last five centuries in this fully revised and expanded edition of Phaidon's much-loved companion to the best of designTake an extraordinary journey through objects from the last 500 years that...
    $37.42 AUD
    $37.42 AUD
  • The Costumes of Downton Abbey by Marriott, Emma
    The Costumes of Downton Abbey
    An Official Companion to the Downton Abbey Films and TV Series: An exclusive inside look at the intricate and glamorous costuming of the popular PBS series, with complete historical detail and beautiful imagery. An inside look at the intricate costuming of the popular PBS...
    $89.99 AUD
    $89.99 AUD
  • The Art of Posuka Demizu by Demizu, Posuka
    The Art of Posuka Demizu
    Posuka Demizu is a rising star among manga artists whose new title, The Promised Neverland, created with co-author Kaiu Shirai, is currently running in the popular manga magazine Weekly Shonen Jump. This first collection of Posuka's work features outstanding art works from his career,...
    $44.92 AUD
    $44.92 AUD
  • The Art of Beatrix Potter: Sketches, Paintings, and Illustrations by Zach, Emily
    The Art of Beatrix Potter: Sketches, Paintings, and Illustrations
    Published to coincide with the 150th anniversary of Beatrix Potter's birth, this magnificent collection celebrates the artist behind The Tale of Peter Rabbit and numerous other beloved children's books. Brimming with famous images and rarely seen gems--ranging from character sketches and notebook pages to...
    $67.49 AUD
    $67.49 AUD
    Notify me
    Notify me
  • Small Shop Production of Custom Wood Doors by Sochar, David R.
    Small Shop Production of Custom Wood Doors
    The book is a full treatment of the design and fabrication of small quantities of wood doors for the custom market. Written with an eye towards the small shop that is considering adding the production of wood doors to their product line-up. Covers materials,...
    $82.49 AUD
    $82.49 AUD
  • Signs and Symbols: An Illustrated Guide to Their Origins and Meanings by Bruce-Mitford, Miranda
    Signs and Symbols: An Illustrated Guide to Their Origins and Meanings
    Since when did certain hand gestures become offensive? And why are scales a symbol of justice? For thousands of years, humans have communicated through a language of signs and symbols. From uniforms to body adornment and corporate logos, symbols are everywhere, and this book...
    $41.98 AUD
    $41.98 AUD
  • Perspective: And Other Optical Illusions by McNaughton, Phoebe
    Perspective: And Other Optical Illusions
    Are things really smaller when they are further away? Can something be clearly visible but not there at all? Is it possible to have a direct and true experience of reality? In this delightful and informative pocket book, Phoebe McNaughton takes us on a...
    $13.42 AUD
    $13.42 AUD
    Notify me
    Notify me
  • On Creating Things Aesthetic by Koren, Leonard
    On Creating Things Aesthetic
    This is apared-down, demystified overview of the mental operations involved withcreating things aesthetic, i.e., art, design, and the like. It is adisarmingly clearheaded and unsentimental look at the creative process by aneminent creator. The book'sphotographs and design serve as an example of what the...
    $24.00 AUD
    $24.00 AUD

Top Design and Art Books

Design and art books are invaluable resources for both aspiring and seasoned creatives. These books offer insight into the principles of design and the beauty of artistic expression. Among the most noteworthy art books are titles that not only showcase stunning visuals but also provide deep dives into the theory and practice of design.One exemplary design and art book is "Design Basics" by David A. Lauer and Stephen Pentak. This book serves as a comprehensive guide to fundamental design principles, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the field. It’s praised for its clear explanations and practical exercises, which help readers grasp the core concepts of design.For those keen on the intersection of design and aesthetics, "The Art of Inside Out" by Tara Bennett and Paul C. Brown is a must-have. This book explores the design process behind the beloved Pixar film, offering a unique look at book cover design and concept art. It’s an excellent example of how design books can delve into specific aspects of the art world, revealing the intricacies behind visual storytelling.Another notable mention is "How to Create a Portfolio & Get Hired" by John E. Williams. This design textbook is highly recommended for those seeking guidance on showcasing their work effectively. It provides actionable advice on portfolio creation and offers insight into what makes a compelling design.In the realm of online bookstores, these art and design books are readily available, making it easier than ever to access the best books to read on design and art. Whether you’re searching for best-selling books or specific design textbooks, exploring these resources can significantly enhance your understanding and appreciation of the design of art.

FAQ's

Q. What are some of the best books to read on design and art?

A. There are numerous highly regarded design and art books. Some top recommendations include "The Elements of Graphic Design" by Alex W. White, "Interaction of Color" by Josef Albers, and "Design as Art" by Bruno Munari. For a comprehensive list, explore our online bookstore’s curated collection of best-selling books in this genre.

Q. Can you recommend any design textbooks for beginners?

A. Absolutely! If you're starting out in design, "Design Basics" by David A. Lauer and Stephen Pentak is a great choice. Another excellent textbook is "Graphic Design: The New Basics" by Ellen Lupton and Jennifer Cole Phillips. These textbooks cover fundamental principles and provide practical insights.

Q. What should I consider when evaluating the design of art books?

A. When evaluating the design of art books, consider factors such as layout, typography, image quality, and overall aesthetics. The book cover design is also crucial as it creates the first impression. Look for books that balance visual appeal with functionality and content clarity.

Q. Where can I find the best-selling design and art books?

A. You can find the best-selling design and art books in our online bookstore. We offer a wide range of titles from renowned authors and publishers. Check our bestseller section for the latest popular choices among readers and professionals.

Q. How important is book cover design in the overall appeal of art books?

A. Book cover design is extremely important as it serves as the first point of interaction with potential readers. A well-designed cover can attract attention, convey the book's theme, and create a lasting impression. Investing in a good cover design can significantly enhance the book's appeal and marketability.

Popular Search Terms

art books | design books | art and design books| books on art | books on design | art history books | contemporary art books | graphic design books | interior design books | architecture books | illustration books

Recently Viewed Products