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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...
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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...
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  • Fashion, New Edition: The Definitive Visual Guide by DK
    Fashion, New Edition: The Definitive Visual Guide
    The definitive guide to the history of fashion.From Ancient Egypt and Marie Antionette to Alexander McQueen and Chanel, this visually stunning fashion design book charts the evolution of clothing and shows how every generation reinvents fashion! The perfect fashion coffee table book! Here's what...
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  • Fashion Embroidery: Embroidery Techniques and Inspiration for Haute-Couture Clothing by Pile, Jessica
    Fashion Embroidery: Embroidery Techniques and Inspiration for Haute-Couture Clothing
    This practical step-by-step guide to haute couture embroidery covers everything from machine and hand stitching, to tambour beading, goldwork and monogramming. Whether you are interested in adding monogrammed initials to your favourite bathrobe, stitching a flower on your favourite jacket, adding sparkling beads to...
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  • Eventually Everything Connects: Mid-Century Modern Design in the Us by Blauvelt, Andrew Satake
    Eventually Everything Connects: Mid-Century Modern Design in the Us
    An expansive account of the ever-popular mid-century movement, from the place where it all beganEmbark on a surprising and joyful visual tour of American mid-century modernism through hundreds of photographs, drawings, and pieces of ephemera organized by the art museum at Cranbrook, where the...
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  • Drawing People: The Quick and Easy Way to Draw Faces, Figures, and More by Holmes, Catherine V.
    Drawing People: The Quick and Easy Way to Draw Faces, Figures, and More
    Best-selling author andveteran art teacher Catherine Holmes teaches readers to draw faces, figures, poses, and more with her easy 15-minute method! Drawing people might seemcomplex or daunting, but fear not--this comprehensive guide will walk youthrough the steps, providing techniques and tips to bring your...
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  • Designa: Technical Secrets of the Traditional Visual Arts by Tetlow, Adam
    Designa: Technical Secrets of the Traditional Visual Arts
    From the geometric patterns of Islamic art and design to the swirling floral motifs of Celtic art, "Designa" brings together six elegant and insightful short volumes from the Wooden Books series on art and design including "Islamic Design," "Celtic Pattern," "Curves," "The Golden Section,"...
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  • Custom Sneakers: Everything You Need to Personalize Your Kicks by Kenza, Trasfi
    Custom Sneakers: Everything You Need to Personalize Your Kicks
    The long-awaited guide to upcycling your sneakers into unique kicks by French artist and TikTok star Kenza Trasfi (@knz.tv)! Packed with fresh designs for 5 iconic sneakers, easy step-by-step instructions, photos by Alexi Pav, a technique F.A.Q., and bonus inspo you to feed your...
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  • Color Collective's Palette Perfect: Color Combinations Inspired by Fashion, Art and Style by Wager, Lauren
    Color Collective's Palette Perfect: Color Combinations Inspired by Fashion, Art and Style
    Aimed to fashion students and designers, Palette Perfect is both a practical guide and an inspirational book that proposes a reflection on the universe of colour combinations, the moods and atmospheres they evoke and how we associate particular places and emotions to special colours....
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  • Beyoncé: And the Clothes She Wears by Newman, Terry
    Beyoncé: And the Clothes She Wears
    Queen B by name, Queen Bee by nature, Beyoncé and the Clothes She Wears charts the fashion journey of a true global icon. Beyoncé is a force of nature. Her iconic songs, viral dance moves and daring acts of defiance are always delivered in...
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  • Alice Starmore's Charts for Color Knitting by Starmore, Alice
    Alice Starmore's Charts for Color Knitting
    In the course of her career as an internationally recognized authority on knitting design and instruction, Alice Starmore has acquired a remarkable collection of charted designs for color knitting. This treasury features a choice selection of her source material, arranged into four parts: (1)...
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  • Actionable Gamification: Beyond Points, Badges and Leaderboards by Chou, Yu-Kai
    Actionable Gamification: Beyond Points, Badges and Leaderboards
    The new era of Gamification and Human-Focused Design optimizes for motivation and engagement over traditional Function-Focused Design. Within the industry, studies on game mechanics and behavioral psychology have become proliferate. However, few people understand how to merge the two fields into experience designs that...
    $33.31 AUD
    $33.31 AUD
  • A City Is Not a Computer: Other Urban Intelligences by Mattern, Shannon
    A City Is Not a Computer: Other Urban Intelligences
    A bold reassessment of "smart cities" that reveals what is lost when we conceive of our urban spaces as computers Computational models of urbanism--smart cities that use data-driven planning and algorithmic administration--promise to deliver new urban efficiencies and conveniences. Yet these models limit our...
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  • 20 Ways to Draw a Tulip and 44 Other Fabulous Flowers: A Sketchbook for Artists, Designers, and Doodlers by Congdon, Lisa
    20 Ways to Draw a Tulip and 44 Other Fabulous Flowers: A Sketchbook for Artists, Designers, and Doodlers
    This inspiring sketchbook is part of the new 20 Ways series from Quarry Books, designed to offer artists, designers, and doodlers a fun and sophisticated collection of illustration fun. Each spread features 20 inspiring illustrated examples of 45 themes-tulips, roses, dahlias, and much, much...
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  • 1.6v Stardew Valley Gaming Guide, Planner, and Checklist: Softcover Edition by Studios, Yellowroom
    1.6v Stardew Valley Gaming Guide, Planner, and Checklist: Softcover Edition
    THE 1.6v STARDEW VALLEY ORIGINAL FANMADE GAMING GUIDE, PLANNER, AND CHECKLIST IS HERE! Take your Stardew Valley strategy gaming to the next level with this 5-year planner. Track your farm progress, answer fun Q and A questions, and achieve end-game content with complete walkthroughs...
    $79.76 AUD
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  • 100 Easy Flowers Adult Coloring Book: Beautiful Flowers Coloring Pages with Large Print for Adult Relaxation - Perfect Coloring Book for Seniors by Creator's, So
    100 Easy Flowers Adult Coloring Book: Beautiful Flowers Coloring Pages with Large Print for Adult Relaxation - Perfect Coloring Book for Seniors
    It's a perfect coloring book to practice and perfect your coloring skills. Whether you're just beginning your creative journey, or you're a coloring connoisseur, everyone can have fun with this exciting and varied collection of patterns. An excellent coloring book for beginners. We've taken...
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  • Yves Saint Laurent: The Complete Haute Couture Collections, 1962-2002 by Menkes, Suzy
    Yves Saint Laurent: The Complete Haute Couture Collections, 1962-2002
    A spectacular visual journey through 40 years of haute couture from one of the best-known and most trend-setting brands in fashion Founded in 1962 by Yves Saint Laurent and his partner, Pierre Bergé, the fashion house Yves Saint Laurent has for more than half...
    $127.42 AUD
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  • What to Wear and Why: Your Guilt-Free Guide to Sustainable Fashion by Darke, Tiffanie
    What to Wear and Why: Your Guilt-Free Guide to Sustainable Fashion
    It's time to rethink what clothes we buy, wear, and toss out, knowing that we can have a positive environmental impact while still looking good and dressing well. Reportedly, the clothing industry produces 80 billion garments a year, employs 15 percent of the world's...
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  • Vogue on Christian Dior by Sinclair, Charlotte
    Vogue on Christian Dior
    Step into the world of haute couture with Vogue on Christian Dior, a captivating exploration of one of the most influential fashion designers of the 20th century. This beautifully illustrated volume, part of the acclaimed Vogue On series, delves into Christian Dior's revolutionary vision...
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  • The Vignelli Canon by Vignelli, Massimo
    The Vignelli Canon
    An important manual for young designers from Italian modernist Massimo VignelliThe famous Italian designer Massimo Vignelli allows us a glimpse of his understanding of good design in this book, its rules and criteria. He uses numerous examples to convey applications in practice - from...
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  • The Kaufmann Mercantile Guide: How to Split Wood, Shuck an Oyster, and Master Other Simple Pleasures by Kaufmann, Sebastian
    The Kaufmann Mercantile Guide: How to Split Wood, Shuck an Oyster, and Master Other Simple Pleasures
    An information-packed visual field guide to what we ought to know how to do, and what we'd like to learn how to do, from the legendary craftsmanship-focused Kaufmann Mercantile brand. From the founders of Kaufmann Mercantile, a bespoke curator of well-designed goods, comes this...
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  • The Bible of British Taste: Stories of Home, People and Place by Guilding, Ruth
    The Bible of British Taste: Stories of Home, People and Place
    Based on the hugely popular blog, magazine, and Instagram account of the same name, The Bible of British Taste explores the meaning of traditional British style. Rejecting the pristine and predictable in favour of the lived-in and characterful, this is an aesthetic created from...
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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.

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