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The ability to imagine different possible futures and the will to influence the course of events are deeply human. These ideas about the future can also determine which of the many possible futures will become reality. Designing futures therefore means that by creating and communicating potential scenarios, you can shape the futures of your fellow human beings and influence the course of events. Design is becoming more strategic as a discipline, moving away from 'making things beautiful' to 'thinking creatively'. This book provides designers with the methods and tools they need to develop discussable and tangible scenarios. It also outlines ways for creative people, activists and decision-makers in politics, science and the wider society to imagine more desirable futures.- With over 500 illustrations.- Case studies from across the world.- Foreword by Riel Miller, senior fellow at the École des Ponts Business School, the University of Stavanger and the University of New Brunswick.

The most spectacular array of high-quality matt art stickers - over 500 - drawn from museum and ephemera collections around the globe. The perfect gift all scrapbookers, crafters, artists and collagers to bring a touch a beauty to any surface, whether sealing an envelope or creating a collage. From authentic Victorian ephemera and intricate botanical illustrations of flowers, exotic fish, birds and butterflies to circus performers, Greek busts, old masters' paintings and retro road signs, The Extraordinary Things to Collage Sticker Book provides something to satisfy all imaginations.The cornucopia of 1000+ lush, full-colour stickers has been curated by respected and successful collage artist Maria Rivan, who blends pop art and surrealist influences to create eye-catching collage magic. Images are drawn from Laurence King's hugely successful Extraordinary Things to Cut Out and Collage, also by Maria Rivans.

Colour and complete this special 10th anniversary edition of Secret Garden, the book that started a global colouring book craze. Features two brand-new, specially commissioned illustrations to celebrate ten years of her unique colouring books.This interactive colouring book takes you on a ramble through a garden created in beautifully detailed pen-and-ink illustrations by Johanna Basford.There are pictures to colour, mazes to solve, patterns to complete and lots of space for you to add your own inky drawings. Use felt tip pens to add a splash of colour or a black pen with a fine nib to create your own doodles and details.Johanna Basford has sold over 21 million books worldwide. Secret Garden: An Inky Treasure Hunt and Colouring Book was her first book. It has been translated into over 44 languages.'These intricate, magical drawings from Secret Gardenby Johanna Basford are just waiting to be brought to life.' The Guardian'Joanna Basford's Secret Garden is an 'inky treasure hunt and colouring book' filled with intricate drawings waiting to be brought to life. It's the colouring-in book you wish you had the hand-eye coordination to do, aged two.' The Independent'Prepare yourself to get lost in a magical world with this interactive activity book that takes you through a secret garden of incredible drawings by Johanna Basford.' Buzzfeed

Pattern Magic is the cult pattern–cutting book from Japan. Taking inspiration from nature, from geometric shapes and from the street, this book harnesses the sheer joy of making and sculpting clothes. Pattern Magic takes a creative approach to pattern cutting, with step–by–step projects for fashion designers and dressmakers to enjoy.All the basic information you need to start pattern cutting is included, from the basic block to measurements and scaling. Each project is beautifully illustrated with clear diagrams and photographs showing the stages of construction, the toiles and the finished garments. These easy–to–follow illustrations and detailed instructions make it easy to create stunning, sculptural clothes with a couture look. • Step–by–step projects for fashion designers and dressmakers – with clear diagrams and photographs. • Gives all the basic information needed to start pattern cutting: from the basic block to measurements and scaling. • Easy–to–follow, detailed instructions make it easy to create stunning, sculptural clothes with a couture lookReviews for Pattern Magic:'The feeling of figuring the puzzle out makes this book series a joy to explore' House of Pinheiro'If you've mastered the basics of pattern cutting, have caught the bug and are eager to experiment with complex 3d designs, you should definitely take a look at Pattern Magic' Tilly And The Buttons Blog'I've had an explosion of inspiration, and I'm not even an expert in sewing!… I'm sure that many of you, fashion designers or not, can learn a lot from these tutorials' ImaginativeBloom.comCONTENTS:Part 1: Creating form through inspiration:Accents, Gathered hole, Crater, The drop hole, Lumps and bumpsPart 2: Making patterns for haute couture garments:Draped design, The twist, Hide and seek, Interwoven design, Bamboo shoot, The knot, Two distinct expressions, An intriguing curve, Bunka–style sloper (block) for an adult woman, Bunka–style sloper (block) for an adult woman (Size M) (half–scale)

Relaxation, de-stress, comfort and fun - the perfect cute cosy colouring book for all crafting fansEvery page encourages you to slow down and enjoy adorable animals sharing hobbies, arts and crafts· Clear, bold, hand-drawn pages ready for you to get creative· Perfect size - take it anywhere - relax, create, enjoy· High-resolution images and quality paper Enter a warm, whimsical world filled with creativity, comfort and the simple joy of making things by hand. Perfect escape from the rush of everyday life - relax, get cosy and rediscover the joy of creating.If you like this, discover other colouring adventures in the same series: COSY CAFE, COSY FARM, COSY WITCHY

Discover the magic of country living with this cute and cosy idylic new world to colour! Every page encourages you to slow down, savour the moment, and enjoy the simple pleasures of life on the farm· Clear, bold, hand-drawn pages ready for you to get creative· Perfect size - take it anywhere - relax, create, enjoy· High-resolution images and quality paper COSY FARM captures the peaceful rural world where you can slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with nature's gentle rhythm.If you like this, discover other colouring adventures in the same series: COSY CRAFTY, COSY CAFE, COSY WITCHY

Step into a world where imagination knows no bounds with The Art of Fairy Tales by Joanna Ebenstein. This lavishly illustrated gift book invites readers on a mesmerizing journey through the enchanted realm of fairy tales as interpreted by master artists across centuries.From the haunting illustrations of Arthur Rackham to the surrealist visions of Leonora Carrington, Ebenstein curates a stunning collection that showcases the enduring power of these timeless stories. Discover how artists have brought to life beloved characters like Little Red Riding Hood, conjured fearsome monsters and crafted breathtaking wonderlands.Ebenstein's insightful commentary illuminates the historical and cultural significance of each piece, revealing how fairy tales continue to captivate and inspire. Whether you're an art lover, a folklore enthusiast or simply someone who cherishes the magic of storytelling, The Art of Fairy Tales offers a spellbinding exploration of human creativity and imagination.

The Short Story of Queer Art offers a fuller picture of the history of art - from the barriers broken and breakthroughs that queer artists have made, to the important contributions to key artistic movements, and the forgotten and obscured artists who are now being rediscovered and reassessed.Simply constructed, the book explores over 40 key works and artists, from across the world and throughout art history, and links them to the most important movements, themes and breakthroughs. An eclectic range of art is featured, including Aubrey Beardsley's The Peacock Skirt, Frida Kahlo's Self-portrait with Cropped Hair, Cecil Beaton's Stephen Tennant in Costume as Prince Charming and Tamara de Lempicka's Autoportrait. Accessible, concise and richly illustrated, the book reveals the connections between different periods, artists and styles, giving readers a thorough understanding and broad enjoyment of the full achievements that queer artists have made with genres that include Classical art, Art Nouveau, Pop art, Street art and Video installations.

With a freshness and breadth of approach that sets Italian Renaissance art in its context, this book explores why works were created and who commissioned the palaces, cathedrals, paintings and sculptures. It covers Rome, Florence, Venice and the Veneto, Assisi, Siena, Milan, Pavia, Genoa, Padua, Mantua, Verona, Ferrara, Urbino and Naples. Chapters are grouped into four chronological parts, allowing for sustained examination of individual cities in different periods. 'Contemporary Scene' boxes provide fascinating glimpses of daily life and 'Contemporary Voice' boxes quote from painters and writers of the time. Accessible and beautifully presented with over 700 mostly colour images, this book is a definitive work on a key period of western art and culture.

Match the male and female pairs of 25 species of bird from around the world in this beautifully illustrated memory game. To play, simply place the cards face down and see if you can remember where the matching bird is located. Collect more pairs than your opponent to win! With all kinds of species – from the barn owl to the blue tit and the ostrich to the macaw – this fun and educational game is an ideal gift that will appeal to bird lovers everywhere.

*EXCLUSIVE FOREWORD BY WES ANDERSON*Accidentally Wes Anderson is back with 200 brand new, mind-bendingly beautiful destinations for your bucket list, and the fascinating stories behind each location. · You'll visit the 'post office at the end of the world' in Tierra del Fuego - and meet the mustachioed letter carrier who, in his free time, runs an anarchist island micronation called Redonda.· You'll travel to a town in the Arctic Circle where cats are not allowed, humans cannot be buried, and a primary attraction is a doomsday vault containing the recipe for the Oreo cookie.· And you might just make a stop in lesser-known Jincumbilly, Australia (where there are more platypuses than people).Full of incredible photos of real-life locations that look plucked from the world of Wes Anderson, this book is all about Adventures big and small, everyday and extraordinary, here and way over there. You'll meet some out-of-this-world characters and be left with travel, design and architectural inspiration beyond your imagination. No passport necessary!

This collectable, fully-peelable sticker book, filled with illustration, graffiti and graphic art features an amazing collection of over 300 specially commissioned stickers by artists, illustrators and graffiti artists from around the world. Discover 30 brand-new stickers in this fully revised and updated edition of the original Stickerbomb 2.Stickers are an essential part of the street art movement, inexpensive and easy to produce, they often act as an informal business card for graffiti artists, and a quick and effective promotional tool for many designers and illustrators. The Stickerbomb books have been celebrating this often overlooked art form for over fifteen years.Also in the series: Stickerbomb, Stickerbomb Monsters, Stickerbomb Letters, Stickerbomb XL, Stickerbomb Skulls, Stickerbomb Skate, Stickerbomb 3, Stick it to the Man!, Stick and Skate.

Ink is the first in an exciting new practical-art series on popular mediums, including acrylic, oil, pencil and gouache. The books will cover painting techniques, creative ideas and applications, and the fun of mixing with other mediums. Many of the techniques and ideas will be demonstrated through the work of some of the world's greatest artists and illustrators. The first book explores ink's use in painting, illustration and lettering. With its contemporary aesthetic and accessible content, the series will appeal to artists of all abilities.

Relaxation, de-stress, comfort and fun - the perfect cute cosy colouring bookEvery page encourages you to slow down, savour the moment, and indulge in the charm of a cosy cafe· Clear, bold, hand-drawn pages ready for you to get creative· Perfect size - take it anywhere - relax, create, enjoy · High-resolution images and quality paperCapture the delicious magic of a cosy café, full of pastries, cakes, treats of all kinds and cute, friendly companions.If you like this, discover other colouring adventures in the same series: COSY CRAFTY, COSY FARM, COSY WITCHY

Relax and sink into the cosy magic of autumn - the perfect cute cosy colouring bookEvery page encourages you to slow down in the company of adorable furry friends and a gentle witch· Clear, bold, hand-drawn pages ready for you to get creative· Perfect size - take it anywhere - relax, create, enjoy· High-resolution images and quality paperSavour the magic of autumn: crisp leaves underfoot, glowing pumpkins and warm, magical momentsIf you like this, discover other colouring adventures in the same series: COSY CRAFTY, COSY FARM, COSY CAFE

'Better Things is an indispensable source for any CMF designer. Its clear structure, insightful guidance around material choices, and beautiful visual design make it an essential resource for incorporating sustainable materials into stunning design solutions. Highly recommended!' - Sylvia Feichtinger, Design Director, Material Innovation, Lego'Better Things is a brilliant, timely resource for designers and a design sector facing a period of vital transition from 20th to 21st century design practice.' - Hugo Jamson, Business Innovation, Design CouncilHow often have you seen a label on a product proclaiming it to be made from 'recycled material', 'bioplastic' or similar, without it giving any details of the concrete environmental benefits? What do these terms really mean? A drive for greater transparency and demonstrable environmental benefits is happening in product design, through emerging legislation and standards, and consumer demand for more sustainable products and unambiguous marketing. In Better Things: Materials for Sustainable Product Design, Daniel Liden seeks to tackle the lazy 'greenwashing' terminology we see every day, providing a guide for product designers, manufacturers and consumers wishing to make better and more informed decisions about materials. The book comprises six chapters devoted to material categories - plastics, textiles, metals, ceramics and glass, wood and paper - and a seventh chapter covering emerging sustainable technologies. Each chapter includes interviews with industry experts, as well as photos, diagrams, environmental impact data, general material properties and more.

Colour and complete this special 10th anniversary edition celebrating Enchanted Forest, featuring brand-new illustrations from Johanna Basford on a fold-out poster. This bestselling colouring book by Johanna Basford take readers on an inky quest through an enchanted forest to discover what lies in the castle at its heart. As well as drawing to colour and embellish, there are hidden animals and magical objects to be found along the way, including nine special symbols. Find all the symbols to unlock the castle door and reveal what lies within!

This third book in the popular Do More Art series exposes how the simplest of writing tools is in fact the key to an entire universe of artistic expression. From simple doodling and mark-making to meticulously built-up tour de forces - a piece of graphite is all that is needed to create whole new worlds. Selwyn Leamy and Eve Blackwood explore the many different ways the pencil can be used: from hatching and smudging to frottage and even collage. Each technique is clearly explained and illustrated with works by some of the greatest contemporary pencil practitioners - demonstrating once and for all that the pencil really is mightier than the pen.

Discover 50 ways to create a more-is-more aesthetic in your photography, from saturated colours and layering to post-processing techniques, such as collage. With advice on composition, balance, shape, texture and narrative, this book takes inspiration from the masters of maximalism to demonstrate how you can fill your lens with fascination through a variety of approaches. Illustrated with the finest examples from photographers such as Hassan Hajjaj, Lindsay Adler, Mickalene Thomas, Horst P. Horst and Maisie Cousins, this book explains the key techniques that define maximalism and provides easy-to-follow advice on how to create bold, vibrant photographs that capture beauty in chaos.

Move towards health and harmony with Biet's signature breathing practices. Take charge of your breath and your life with 30 techniques that both aid everyday hardships - such as stress, difficulty sleeping and low energy - and encourage you to explore further into your mind, emotions and memories.30 BREATHWORK PRACTICES for a range of needs and situations, from breathing techniques you can try anywhere, anytime to longer more advanced practicesGUIDED BY BIET: Biet Simkin is a spiritual teacher known for her signature Guided By Biet TM methodENHANCE YOUR WELLNESS as you learn how to relax, destress, harness your sexual energy and boost your happiness through the power of breath

Discover more from the world of Heartstopper with these fully illustrated cards.Featuring Alice Oseman's artwork and behind-the-scenes details, you'll find all your favourite characters in this official Heartstopper deck, as well as conversation cards to help you explore essential themes raised by the books and Netflix series - including Pride, Allyship, Gender and Identity.42 ILLUSTRATED CARDS featuring favourite characters and notes on life.BY ALICE OSEMAN creator of the Heartstopper series.WITH ADDITIONAL TEXT from Lauren James, story consultant on the Heartstopper Netflix show.PUBLISHED BY LAURENCE KING - Laurence King has been capturing imaginations and inspiring creativity in new and unexpected ways for over 30 years, with playful and eye-catching games, gifts and books.

The original Stickerbomb was the first and only book dedicated to showcasing the diversity and wealth of sticker art. Discover 30 brand-new stickers in this fully revised and updated celebratory edition.This collectable, fully-peelable sticker book, filled with illustration, graffiti and graphic art features an amazing collection of over 280 specially commissioned stickers by artists, illustrators and graffiti artists from around the world. Stickers are an essential part of the street art movement, inexpensive and easy to produce, they often act as an informal business card for graffiti artists, and a quick and effective promotional tool for many designers and illustrators. The Stickerbomb books have been celebrating this often overlooked art form for over fifteen years.Also in the series: Stickerbomb 2, Stickerbomb Monsters, Stickerbomb Letters, Stickerbomb XL, Stickerbomb Skulls, Stickerbomb Skate, Stickerbomb 3, Stick it to the Man!, Stick and Skate.

Dive beneath the waves to meet 80 of the ocean's strangest and most surprising inhabitants.This beautifully illustrated aquatic world tour tells the fascinating stories of beguiling sea creatures and their ingenious feats of survival - from producing anti-freeze to enduring boiling temperatures - revealing the ways in which these seemingly remote creatures have shaped our own lives, whether through medicine, culture or folklore.Around the Ocean in 80 Fish and Other Sea Life is a timely and gorgeous celebration of our watery world and the marvellous creatures that call it home.

An entertaining, informed, and thought-provoking survey of important and influential Black films from around the globe.Starting with the unfinished silent comedy Lime Kiln Club Field Day (1913) and concluding with Steve McQueen's World War II epic Blitz (2024), The World of Black Film takes readers on an exciting journey through an eclectic mix of classics and hidden gems spanning more than 100 years and 30 countries.Beautifully designed and bursting with eye-catching film imagery and poster art, this is essential reading for film lovers, enthusiasts of Black cinema, educators, and students alike.Includes a foreword by Sir John Akomfrah, CBE RA.Films and directors include:Black Orpheus (Marcel Camus, 1959)Black Girl (Ousmane Sembène, 1966)Malcolm X (Spike Lee, 1992)Belle (Amma Asante, 2013)Moonlight (Barry Jenkins, 2016)Black Panther (Ryan Coogler, 2018)Praise for The World of Black Film:"An indispensable guide for any film lover yearning to learn more about Black cinema." - GQ"A thoughtful, joyful survey of Black cinema." - Selected as the Best Book about Black Cinema in Time Out's The 25 Best Books About Cinema Every Film Lover Should Read."My Brother Ashley Clark Has Broke It Down To What Black Film Was, Is Present Day, And What The Future Might Be. BLAK IZ BLAK. YA-DIG? SHO-NUFF. Enjoy This BLAK CINEMATIC SCIENCE." - Spike Lee"Resonant, exciting and eye-opening - one of the best books I've read about Black cinema." - Mark Cousins"This book belongs on the shelf of every film lover, every student of cinema, and everyone who believes in the transformative power of storytelling. It's a celebration, an education, and an inspiration all at once." - Julie Dash

Can you work out whodunnit, with what and why like Hercule Poirot? Put your detective abilities to the ultimate test this Christmas...'My name is Hercule Poirot, and I am probably the greatest detective in the world.'Do you have the skills to seek the truth within? Put your understanding of order and method to good use to crack the case as you travel around the world collecting mysterious bundles of puzzles. From France to Istanbul and beyond, have your map (and pen) at the ready and your suitcase packed as you join Detective Guy in tracking down the perpetrator of the deadliest crime.Begin by following in Poirot's footsteps and putting your abilities to the test. Unscramble the letters below to complete some of Poirot's most famous and clever quotes:The pursuit of revenge is...yadrragoeealdoiIf the little grey cells are not exercised... eghytosertrthwuUnderstand this, I mean to arrive... uretthatthImmerse yourself in the world of Agatha Christie's beloved Hercule Poirot this Christmas, with this new and official puzzling series of events.

Find out how to transform the ordinary into something extraordinary with this guide to minimalist photography. With advice on composition, balance, shape and texture, this book takes inspiration from the masters of minimalism to demonstrate how stripping a subject down to its very essence can help you craft beautifully bold and unique images.Illustrated with the finest examples of the style from the likes of Fan Ho, Imogen Cunningham, Michael Kenna, Berenice Abbott, William Eggleston and Horst P. Horst, this book guides you through the key techniques that define minimalism and provides easy-to-follow advice for how to create your own minimalist images that are visually striking in their simplicity.

What does it take to become a road racing legend and compete in the toughest sport in the world? Go behind the scenes with the teams and riders at all the major tours and classics through the lens of world-class pro-cycling photographer, Kristof Ramon. The Art of Suffering is about the human story of road racing, what it takes to go deep and be the best, and the awe-inspiring feats of endurance that make road cycling one of the most challenging, most legendary, most inspirational sports in the world.From battling the elements and the terrain to epic climbs, crashes, injuries and recovery; personal sacrifices, pushing the body to the limit, training, winning, losing and long seasons on the road; featuring the domestiques, the star riders, the new talent and the legends - this book captures all the reasons why cycling fans passionately love their sport, taking them closer to the action and their favourite riders than any other book.Carefully curated, thoughtfully designed and beautifully produced - The Art of Suffering is the ultimate gift for cycling fans and features a foreword by Wout van Aert, the subject of Ramon's cover photograph.