Schiffer Books (528)

The Machinist Sculptor

ISBN: 9780764367557

Author: Chris Bathgate    Publisher: Schiffer Books

Explore machine work as a fine craft through the lens of Chris Bathgate’s pioneering sculpture techniques. By all rights, machining should have been embrac...


Explore machine work as a fine craft through the lens of Chris Bathgate’s pioneering sculpture techniques. By all rights, machining should have been embraced by artists long ago. During the 20th century, many industrial crafts were developed into studio art mediums. For a long time, however, the crafts movement rejected many forms of automation. Seen as inexpressive, expensive, and inaccessible, machine tools would be largely relegated to their industrial role until the first few years of the 2000s. Artist Chris Bathgate’s story brings visibility to the craft of modern machine work. • Bathgate utilizes handmade tools; milling, drilling, and turning machines; CNC (computerized numerical controlled) machines; and more to form precisely crafted complex sculptures that capture the imagination and pose exciting questions about how the worlds of technology and craft are intersecting now more than ever. He combines a variety of metals—including steel, aluminum, copper, bronze, brass, and more—to create his sculptures, sometimes adding wood and other materials. • His work illustrates that inspiration often is born out of the need to solve and overcome technical challenges. • Some of his sculptures take the form of small mechanical objects, while others reflect a more traditional approach to sculpture. • Detailed schematic blueprints, CAD renderings, and in-process "how it’s made" images throughout the book augment his stunning finished pieces and the exciting backstory of how the author has developed this medium. This book explores the history and craft of machine work through the lens of Bathgate’s pioneering sculptures, and it serves as a contemporary reflection on the modern state of craft.


Bind: hardback


Pages: 288


Dimensions: 228 x 304 mm


Publication Date: 28-01-2024


$160.00
DUE > 30th Apr 2024
The Pigment Trail

ISBN: 9780764367564

Author: Debra Luker    Publisher: Schiffer Books

A visual journey through the state of Rajasthan in India to explore and awaken your creativity in the arts and crafts. Artist Debra Luker, on her first trip to ...


A visual journey through the state of Rajasthan in India to explore and awaken your creativity in the arts and crafts. Artist Debra Luker, on her first trip to India, discovered it to be her personal artistic inspiration and instituted the popular Pigment Trail tours that introduced travelers to the amazing, transforming everyday art found there as they wander through city and countryside. Part travelogue and part artistic insight, this book is a visual adventure that transports the reader to India's creative spirit. Includes 208 one-of-kind visual-journal pages that allow readers to feel that they’re personally breathing in the rich, artistic collage that is India’s daily life and color. Each spread, created by Luker from her travels, provides inspiration from visuals, words, and thoughts: layered colors and surfaces; quirky sketches, signs, and graffiti; and unique and artistic items such as beautiful decorative arts, spectacular architecture and furniture, or random colorful saris seen in the streets of Rajasthan. On each page, Luker pieces together layers of drawings, designs, and snippets of text she's captured in India to create a blend of intriguing and slightly magical creative power to inspire your next idea. This book celebrates the India of everything handmade and its respect for traditional crafts. When life feels dull, these pages will reawaken your creative eyes.


Bind: hardback


Pages: 208


Dimensions: 203 x 260 mm


Publication Date: 28-01-2024


$85.00
DUE > 30th Apr 2024
Rescuing Rumba : A Tale About Dog Rescue and Forever Friendship

ISBN: 9780764362385

Author: Megan Rose    Publisher: Schiffer Books

Based on a true story, this tale tells the story of a homeless dog from the Dominican Republic who finds her forever home when she least expects it. This lovabl...


Based on a true story, this tale tells the story of a homeless dog from the Dominican Republic who finds her forever home when she least expects it. This lovable potcake, Rumba, spends her days roaming the island for food and shelter, when by chance she befriends a sweet young girl named Megan who is on vacation with her dad. Megan quickly discovers that Rumba has nowhere to call home, and is determined to figure out a way to rescue her. Working quickly and with compassion, Megan and her dad arrange medical care and travel plans to bring their new furry friend home to New York City. It's a scary but exciting adventure that includes a full belly, new fur siblings, and a big city, but most of all, a warm loving home where she can truly thrive.


Bind: hardback


Pages: 32


Dimensions: 178 x 254 mm


Publication Date: 29-10-2021


$35.00
Atlas of Flowering Plants

ISBN: 9780764361333

Author: Ingeborg Niesler    Publisher: Schiffer Books

Flowers come in an unbelievable array of shapes and colors. Yet, their leaf and fruit forms surpass even their floral splendor. From Acanthaceae to Zygophyllace...


Flowers come in an unbelievable array of shapes and colors. Yet, their leaf and fruit forms surpass even their floral splendor. From Acanthaceae to Zygophyllaceae, this book features magnificent colour portraits of 200 flowering-plant families from around the world. The deconstructed plant parts -- flowers, leaves, stamens, and fruits -- are individually scanned and arranged side by side on black background to provide unique insight into how plants grow and what they look like. The addition of text describing the plant families, and cross sections of the organs of some species, makes this book a valuable resource for botanical artists and horticultural enthusiasts.


Bind: hardback


Pages: 264


Dimensions: 230 x 254 mm


Publication Date: 26-02-2021


$89.99
Restoring Notre-Dame de Paris

ISBN: 9780764367274

Author: Patrick Zachmann    Publisher: Schiffer Books

Magnum photographer Patrick Zachmann was on the scene when the disastrous fire erupted in Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral on the evening of April 15, 2019. At the...


Magnum photographer Patrick Zachmann was on the scene when the disastrous fire erupted in Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral on the evening of April 15, 2019. At the time he did not yet know that he would continue to document the events at the cathedral over the months that followed. Eventually, he clambered along scaffolding and up and down steep stairs, and he would, from atop an aerial work platform, discover hitherto unknown aspects of Notre-Dame, its new silhouette, and the artistic gems that survived. Zachmann was granted privileged access to the worksite early on, and from the very first weeks after the disaster, he takes us along on one of the most exciting construction sites in the world. He also provides us with a deep dive into history and invites us on a captivating and moving visit to a building that has been torn apart and for which scientists and craftspeople alike are caring, motivated to breathe new life into it. Throughout these pages, his photographs document an extraordinary human adventure and his diary entries shed an intimate light on the experience. In addition, cathedral historian Olivier de Châlus provides the historical context, both to elucidate the mysteries surrounding the medieval construction site and to illuminate the paradoxes regarding the building’s restoration. This beautiful book is a genuine ode to a monument rich in symbolism and secrets.


Bind: hardback


Pages: 208


Dimensions: 216 x 280 mm


Publication Date: 28-01-2024


$110.00
DUE > 30th Apr 2024
Space Aliens 1 2 3 : Intergalactic Counting By Color

ISBN: 9780764362460

Author: Timothy Young    Publisher: Schiffer Books

Learn to count from 1 to 12 with aliens of every kind. Springy yellow, leafy green, and fuzzy brown are just some of the adjectives and colors kids will learn a...


Learn to count from 1 to 12 with aliens of every kind. Springy yellow, leafy green, and fuzzy brown are just some of the adjectives and colors kids will learn as they travel through outer space with Luis and his robot friend. Count the colored spots on their alien companion for a bonus out-of-this-world learning experience. For fans of I'm Going to Outer Space, Timothy Young is set to inspire a whole new younger audience of readers with this follow-up board book in his signature style. Ready, set, go count Space Aliens!


Bind: hardback


Pages: 26


Dimensions: 191 x 191 mm


Publication Date: 29-10-2021


$19.99
Poster Man : 50 Years of Iconic Graphic Design

ISBN: 9780764361227

Author: Seymour Chwast    Publisher: Schiffer Books

This collection of over 140 curated posters by the revolutionary graphic artist Seymour Chwast provides context and insight into not only his five-decade career...


This collection of over 140 curated posters by the revolutionary graphic artist Seymour Chwast provides context and insight into not only his five-decade career, but the poster genre itself. Since founding Push Pin Studios alongside Milton Glaser and Edward Sorel in the 1950s, Chwasts posters have been widely celebrated for their combination of subversive style and strong political satire. His caustic humor, graphic hand, and visual commentary cleverly synthesize in a way that is both wry and immediately understandable. Posters are arranged by typeCauses, Commerce, Information, Exhibits, and Lecturesrather than chronology, which, along with the large format, invites readers to engage thematically with the designs. Commentary on each poster makes this a valuable resource for students, educators, historians, and all who appreciate the unique ability of posters to subvert notions of popular culture, politics, and design at once. Essays by Shepard Fairey and Steven Heller contextualize Chwast's impact on 20th-century design.


Bind: hardback


Pages: 144


Dimensions: 229 x 305 mm


Publication Date: 26-02-2021


$89.99
It's All In The Mix

ISBN: 9780764367212

Author: Dann Foley    Publisher: Schiffer Books

From celebrated interior designer Dann Foley, this book—part coffee-table stunner, part how-to guide—shows how to blend design elements to create the spaces...


From celebrated interior designer Dann Foley, this book—part coffee-table stunner, part how-to guide—shows how to blend design elements to create the spaces where you can live your best life. Known for his ability to construct a signature mix of design elements, Foley draws on 30-plus years of experience to share how beautiful, effective design decisions can help you live well in your home. Foley focuses on tailoring spaces to suit clients’ needs while curating a blend of meaningful items and combining classic and contemporary styles. • Go room by room through your home, learning helpful tips for decorating the entry, living room, dining room, bedrooms, bathrooms, and kitchen. • Additional sections offer guidance on selecting light fixtures, incorporating accessories, budgeting for your project, and drawing design inspiration from your travels. • A special Before & After chapter illustrates how Foley’s techniques can be used to create stunning, fairy-tale-worthy transformations in real-life residences. Offering advice that is both inspirational and practical, Foley explores how design can help you create the life you want to live.


Bind: hardback


Pages: 192


Dimensions: 216 x 279 mm


Publication Date: 28-01-2024


$95.00
DUE > 30th Apr 2024
P Is For Puffin

ISBN: 9780764362477

Author: Timothy Young    Publisher: Schiffer Books

Did you know that there are unusual animals for every letter in the alphabet? For instance, C is for the capybara, who is the world's largest rodent, and P is f...


Did you know that there are unusual animals for every letter in the alphabet? For instance, C is for the capybara, who is the world's largest rodent, and P is for the pangolin, who, believe it or not, is a mammal that is covered in scales instead of fur! Learn this and much more in this alphabet book featuring nonfiction facts about some of the most unique and different animals. Timothy Young's signature style and familiar characters appeal to his youngest audience ever and introduce readers to lesser-known species in the animal world. A pronunciation guide and size comparison are included with each unique species. 100% of author royalties will be donated to Wildlife Conservation Network to protect the endangered species that inspired this book! Wildlife Conservation Network protects endangered wildlife by supporting conservationists around the world to help animals and people coexist and thrive.


Bind: hardback


Pages: 26


Dimensions: 191 x 191 mm


Publication Date: 29-10-2021


$19.99
The Graphic Guide to Beekeeping

ISBN: 9780764361241

Author: Yves Gustin    Publisher: Schiffer Books

Add some visual zing to your new beekeeping hobby with the very first graphic guide! These fully illustrated pages, perfect for visual learners, offer you compl...


Add some visual zing to your new beekeeping hobby with the very first graphic guide! These fully illustrated pages, perfect for visual learners, offer you complete, easy-to-understand whys and how-tos on every aspect of beekeeping, plus an entertaining approach. Thousands of detailed line drawings teach all you need to succeed with beekeeping, whether your goal is honey, beeswax, a backyard adventure, plant pollination, or all of the above. Detailed drawings let you peer closely at the bees' world, in terms of seeing their anatomy, close-ups of their food sources, and the microscopic world in the hive. Covers choosing location, equipment, the best hive types, bee types, and other options; the beekeeping year and its tasks; keeping a healthy hive (or dozens); what to do when something goes wrong; how to harvest and process your honey, pollen, propolis, wax, royal jelly; and more.


Bind: paperback


Pages: 224


Dimensions: 216 x 279 mm


Publication Date: 26-02-2021


$55.00
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