There has never been a better opportunity to master textures. Knowing how to make your surfaces and textures look real is one of the most challenging aspects of creating art in colored pencil, even for experienced artists. 101 Textures in Colored Pencil provides artists with step-by-step instructions for drawing a wide variety of the most common textures and surfaces, including sand, water, metals, foliage, wood, fabrics, stone, grass, hair, and many more.
To get you started, this comprehensive guide opens with a review of tools and materials as well as basic skills, such as strokes, effects, and color mixing. Each page of instruction is a comprehensive resource on how to create a specific texture, complete with two to three easy-to-follow steps and a final, detailed image of the finished artwork. Plus, the book is organized into sections based on subject matter, so you can easily find the specific texture you're looking for. An artist's gallery in the back of the book provides examples of the textures in completed works of art.

A groundbreaking A-Z survey of the work of over 300 modern and contemporary artists born or based in Africa Modern and Contemporary African art is at the forefront of the current curatorial and collector movement in today's art scene. This groundbreaking new book, created in collaboration with a prestigious global advisory board, represents the most substantial appraisal of contemporary artists born or based in Africa available. Features the work of more than 300 artists, including El Anatsui, Marlene Dumas, David Goldblatt, Lubaina Himid, William Kentridge, Julie Mehretu, Wangechi Mutu, and Robin Rhode, as well as lesser-known names from across Africa, with stunning and surprising examples of their art paired with insightful texts that demonstrate their contribution to the painting, sculpture, installation, photography, moving image, and performance art. Advisory Panel: Alayo Akinkugbe, Kavita Chellaram, Raphael Chikukwa, Julie Crooks, Tandazani Dhlakama, Oumy Diaw, Janine Gaelle Dieudji, Ekow Eshun, Ndubuisi C. Ezeluomba, Joseph Gergel, Danda Jaroljmek, Omar Kholeif, Rose Jepkorir Kiptum, Alicia Knock, Nkule Mabaso, Lucy MacGarry, Owen Martin, Aude Christel Mgba, Bongani Mkhonza, Riason Naidoo, Paula Nascimento, Simon Njami, Robert Njathika, Ugochukwu-Smooth C. Nzewi, Chika Okeke-Agulu, Hannah O'Leary, Sean O'Toole, John Owoo, Brenda Schmahmann, Mark Sealy, Yasmeen Siddiqui, and Joseph L. Underwood

A rich visual history celebrating a century of the magazine's publication, Architectural Digest at 100 presents the best from the pages of the international design authority.

Giraffe stretch out their necks and bat-eared foxes curl their tails to make handles for jugs, vases and tureens. Inquisitive monkeys peer over the edge of a planter, teasing the leopards below them. Magical creatures wear cloaks of flowers, spots and stripes. A turbaned Zulu figure sits astride a hippo ...

Colourful, imaginative, vibrant, delicate and dramatic - these are just some of the hallmarks of the artworks that have garnered international accolades for Ardmore Ceramic Art in rural KwaZulu-Natal. It is here, in South Africa's most successful ceramics studio set in the verdant Midlands, that exquisitely handcrafted and highly detailed figurative works and functional ware are created by more than fifty artists who draw on Zulu traditions and folklore, history, the natural world, and their own lives for inspiration.

The ultimate introduction to global art, presenting 30,000 years of creativity in one lavishly illustrated book.

Discover all you need to know about art history in this definite guide. Art: The Definitive Visual Guide brings a gallery of more than 2,500 of the world's finest paintings and sculptures into your home.

Spanning 30,000 years, from cave paintings to contemporary art, this stunning chronological exploration of every major artistic movement introduces the major milestones of each period, from the tomb paintings of Ancient Egypt, Qing Dynasty Chinese art, through to 20th century Cubism and African art today.

Dedicated spreads explain how art works, for example introducing how artists use colour and composition. A visual timeline of key works gives an overview of the scope of each major movement, and each era and art movement is introduced with key information, placing art in the context of its time.

Explore the pages of this awe-inspiring art history book to discover:

- Over 2500 of the world's most influential paintings and sculptures.
- Stunning artwork from more than 700 artists.
- 'Closer Look' sections offer detailed analysis of key paintings.
- Picture-packed gallery spreads explore how different artists have approached a range of themes.
- Stunning DPS images presenting important works of art.
- Genre/theme spreads broaden the coverage of art across the world.

The 6 core chapters are structured chronologically, starting with prehistoric art and ancient civilizations, right the way up until modern day artwork, so there's something for everyone to explore, learn and love. From Romanticism in the 19th Century, to Realisim in the 20th Century, whether it's Pop Art or Expressionism, Minimalism and so much more - the beautiful full-color illustrations and striking imagery, make this art book the perfect gift for the art and history lover in your life, as well as an ideal coffee table book.

Doubling up as a riveting reference book for anyone with an interest in art history who wants to gain a broader knowledge of the subject, as well as the perfect classroom companion in schools, libraries and more, Art: The Definitive Visual Guide is a must-have for your bookshelf. Created in collaboration with Bridgeman, the biggest art library in the world, Art: The Definitive Visual Guide is a must-have for your bookshelf.

A fun and easy way to learn the beautiful craft of calligraphy, Calligraphy Masterclass contains everything you need to practise this superb art form. The comprehensive 48-page Calligraphy Masterclass book contains instructions on how to master classic alphabet scripts and design letters to create your own individual calligraphic styles, as well as samples from well-known calligraphers and helpful tips from the author, professional calligrapher and teacher Peter Taylor. This kit features all the tools you need to master calligraphy, including a calligraphic pen with three different sized nibs, 12 ink cartridges, a drafting pencil, a putty eraser and a practice pad. You'll be creating wedding invitations, birthday cards, scrapbooks, family documents, photo albums and exquisite scripted artworks in no time! What's Included - 48-page instructional book - Calligraphy sketchpad - Calligraphic pen with 3 nibs - 12 cartridges - Drafting pencil - Putty eraser

Art Maker: Drawing Techniques makes illustration easy! For beginners and experienced artists alike, this kit explains how to achieve lifelike drawings of almost any subject!
Allow experienced artist Gale Dickinson to take you through the basics of composition, layout and working with colour. Then, enjoy lessons on all aspects of drawing from how to hold the pencil to creating still life, flowers, animals, landscapes and portraits.

The Blinded City recounts the history of inner-city Johannesburg from 2010 to 2019, primarily from the perspectives of the unlawful occupiers of spaces known as hijacked buildings, bad buildings or dark buildings. Tens of thousands of residents, both South African and foreign national, live in these buildings in dire conditions. This book tells the story of these sites and the court cases around them, which strike at the centre of who has the right to occupy the city. In February 2010, while Johannesburg prepared for the FIFA World Cup, the South Gauteng High Court ordered the eviction of the unlawful occupiers of an abandoned carpet factory on Saratoga Avenue and that the city's Metropolitan Municipality provide temporary emergency accommodation for the evicted. The case, which became known as Blue Moonlight and went to the Constitutional Court, catalysed a decade of struggles over housing and eviction in Johannesburg.

Buite die hekke van Eden bevat dagboekfoto's wat die bekende Suid-Afrikaanse fotograaf Paul Alberts oor 'n hele aantal jare in verskillende dele van Suid-Afrika geneem het. Die teks by die foto's het Alberts self tydens sy fotografie-reise geskryf. Woord en beeld lewer kommentaar op sosiale en omgewingstoestande in die land. Met hierdie foto's vang Alberts iets vas van die wese van lyding, verval en swaarkry, maar ook van die krag van die menslike gees.

The distinctive historical architecture of the southwestern Cape, generally known as 'Cape Dutch', features ornate gables, thatched roofs and whitewashed walls. These buildings, frequently set in surroundings that enhance their dignity and aesthetic appeal, form part of a cultural heritage that is inextricably linked with the history of South Africa. A thoroughly researched and informative text describes the physical features of individual buildings, as well as their histories and those of their owners. Eleven regions within the southwestern Cape are covered, from central Cape Town to the West Coast, and including the towns of Stellenbosch, Paarl and Worcester. While each house is illustrated with at least one full-colour photograph, certain subjects, such as the Castle in Cape Town, Stellenbosch's Village Museum complex and the Mamre Mission, are dealt with at length. Particularly characteristic areas, like the Bo-Kaap in Cape Town, or the Bottelary region near Stellenbosch, are also given special treatment.

Wegelin presents an introduction to everyday building construction as practiced in Southern Africa, from drawing practice, contours and stormwater, materials science and properties, energy conscious construction, masonry house construction, foundations, construction in reinforced concrete, steel and timber, roofs, joinery and external elements. Topics are introduced with a historical review and are lavishly illustrated with photos, maps and drawings. This book introduces the relationship between construction technology and design, essential knowledge for architects, building designers, builders and even building clients. It is prescribed at Universities and Universities of Technology throughout South Africa.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Hans Wegelin received his Bachelor's degree in Architecture from Pretoria University in 1964. He joined F A and J T Kemp in Pretoria under the style of Kemp Kemp & Wegelin, subsequently Kemp Wegelin & Partners and finally KWP Architects and Landscape Architects. He lectured at Pretoria University from 1970 to 2005, being promoted to Associate Professor. He published more than thirty articles on construction in Architecture SA and SA Architect, a specifications guide for Architects, an illustrated list of builders' tools, and construction notes for students in Architecture.

Hierdie publikasie is saamgestel deur twee liefhebbers en bewonderaars van die besondere mooi NG kerke in ons land. Ons oortuiging is dat daar soortgelyke lesers is wat die omvang van hierdie 'bloed en sweet' uitgawe sal geniet. Ons het om en by 130 kerke in hierdie bundel saamgevat, sommige in minder en ander in meer detail.
Met die inligting en fotos tot ons beskikking, het ons in baie gevalle 'n formaat gevolg. Eerstens is daar 'n beskrywing van die dorp en sy ligging asook van die kerk in die dorp. Daarná die ouderdom en die argitek van die kerk. Ons volg ons doelwit deur 'n argitektoniese beskrywing aan te bring, met 'n uiteensetting van die kerk se samestelling binne. Laastens bied ons 'n samevatting van die kerk se uiterlike omgewing.
Ons lewe in die hoop dat elke kerk-liefhebber hierdie boek as 'n koffietafel pronkstuk sal benut. Ons is ook daarvan oortuig dat argitek volgelinge en studente die inhoud sal kan waardeer. Dit is met spyt dat ons moet melding maak van die verwaarlosing van sommige kerke wat ons tydens ons besoeke teëgekom het. Armoede en ontvolking van die platteland het sy merk gelaat.

Hierdie publikasie gee 'n volledige beeld van die kunstenaar Frans David Oerder (1867-1944) se oeuvre - sy Anglo-Boereoorlogtekeninge, landskappe, genrestukke, portrette, blomstudies en stillewes, interieurs, dierestudies en grafiese werk. Geen moeite is ontsien om hierdie boek so volledig en betroubaar moontlik te maak nie. Argivale bronne in die Kunsargief van die Universiteit van Pretoria, die Argief van die Johannesburg Kunsmuseum en die Nasionale Argief van Suid-Afrika in Pretoria het grootliks bygedra tot die toevoeging van inligting oor hierdie kunstenaar wat nie voorheen bekend was nie. Die plakboek van Gerda Oerder en 'n lang lesing met detailinligting oor Oerder se vroeë lewe deur mev. Lorimer in die Kunsargief van die Universiteit van Pretoria het bygedra tot 'n nuwe vertolking van die lewe en werk van hierdie belangrike Suid-Afrikaanse kunstenaar.
Tydens die Anglo-Boereoorlog was Oerder die enigste amptelike kunstenaar aan Boerekant, maar tot dusver is nog geen volledige geskiedenis van sy deelname aan dié oorlog geskryf nie. In hierdie boek word Oerder se Anglo-Boereoorlogtekeninge nou vir die eerste keer so volledig moontlik afgedruk en beskryf.

OOR DIE OUTEUR
Prof. Alex Duffey was dosent in Kunsgeskiedenis, Museumkunde en Kunsopvoeding aan die Universiteit van Pretoria, later ook hoof van die Departement Kunsgeskiedenis. Vanaf 2004 tot en met sy aftrede in 2012 was hy Hoofkurator van die Universiteit van Pretoria se Kuns- en Erfenisversamelings. Hy is nasionaal en internasionaal bekend as een van die voorste kenners van die kunstenaars Anton van Wouw, Frans Oerder en Jacob Hendrik Pierneef, asook van Chinese keramiek en antieke handel met Suider-Afrika.

Five centuries of fascinating female creativity presented in more than 400 compelling artworks and one comprehensive volume. The most extensive fully illustrated book of women artists ever published, Great Women Artists reflects an era where art made by women is more prominent than ever. In museums, galleries, and the art market, previously overlooked female artists, past and present, are now gaining recognition and value. Featuring more than 400 artists from more than 50 countries and spanning 500 years of creativity, each artist is represented here by a key artwork and short text. This essential volume reveals a parallel yet equally engaging history of art for an age that champions a greater diversity of voices.

A unique look 'inside' 30 of Cape Town's most notable buildings. If you have ever wondered what lies behind an interesting façade, or wished you could peek behind a closed door, Hidden Cape Town is the book for you. The author and photographer have collaborated to reveal the artworks and architectural secrets that lie behind the doors of some well-known, and lesser known, landmark buildings in and around the 'Mother City'. These buildings are part of our collective heritage, reflecting the myriad cultural influences that have shaped our country.

These 'hidden' interiors include the Sendinggestig Museum, South African National Library, City Hall, Palm Tree Mosque, Welgelegen, the Royal Observatory, Bertram House, the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of St George, Groote Schuur, the Old Synagogue, Irma Stern Museum and the officer's mess of the Cape Town Rifles ('The Dukes').