Freud—once dubbed "the Ingres of existentialism"—has almost single-handedly redefined the figurative painting of our time. No other living artist possesses his ability to paint the texture and thinness of skin over flesh, and his distinctive portraits have a haunting quality that makes them impossible to forget. This volume, with over one hundred superb reproductions of his greatest paintings, pays tribute to one of the most original and accomplished artists of the twentieth century.

    — a painter's training, more. Speed also provides expert analysis of works by Velasquez, Reynolds, Gainsborough, Hals, Rembrandt, and others. 64 photos. 5 line drawings.

    Approximately 120 color and 20 black-and-white illustrations.

    K. Ching's illustrated introduction to interior design is now completely revised and even more clear and accessible than in the previous bestselling edition. His unique approach is more useful than ever, with a reformatted, larger trim size for easy reading and an all-new full color section! The book includes new and updated material on finishes, furnishings and textiles, lighting, sustainability, acoustics, workstations, and much more. Order your copy today!

    The Artist's Handbook is packed with information on the traditional art methods of drawing, painting, and printmaking together with significant modern art techniques such as digital photography, digital printing, and digital image manipulation. Encompasses all the tools, materials and skills of the artist's craft. This is the definitive reference guide for amateurs and proficient, conventional and progressive artists alike.

    For his fans, no more need be said. For those still to be introduced, this is a delightful, astonishing, provocative, laugh-out-loud funny book.

    Dewdney's columns from Scientific American lets the reader try dozens of recreations, from sci-fi games to intergalactic graphics to practical applications of scientific thought.

    It explores the dramatic geographical range of Greece from the Northern mainland with its oriental influences to the islands with their white-washed fishing villages.

    This beautiful book introduces readers to their architecture, furniture, crafts, inventions, and simple way of life.

    Schindler designed and built for himself and his wife and another couple in West Hollywood, California, in 1921-22. The author documents the design and construction of the house, covers life in it (many artists, architects, writers, and others stayed at or lived in the house), and analyses the critical response to the house through its 80-year history.

    James' style and humor enhance this extremely clear, comprehensive manual". -- Library Journal