Arts and Culture

FUN FOR BOND FANS OF ALL AGES - the whole family will love this high-stakes game featuring 64 characters, gadgets and locations from all the James Bond movies PLAY AND LEARN - this board game comes with a leaflet packed with 007 trivia. Learn about Bond's most memorable nemeses, Q's craziest gadgets and more! GREAT GIFT - perfect for dedicated James Bond fans, lovers of cinema and families w

ROCK N ROLL PHOTOGRAPHY IS THE NEW TRAINSPOTTING, is a retrospective of Australian Photographer Tony Mott's work. The book covers 30 years of stunningly reproduced images of international iconic figures in rock taken by one of Australia's best loved rock photographers. Tony Mott arrived in Australia in 1976 and has become Australia's leading Rock Photographer. His photos have been published in 20

Have you noticed something about every “100 Greatest Movies Ever Made,” or “100 Films to See Before You Die” list? The people in those movies … they’re almost all men. With so much incredible cinema to choose from, there’s only so many movies you can watch about bunch of white guys struggling with their daddy issues, right?It’s time to push past the male gatekeepers of what makes a movie “great” o

Think you know movies? This game of trivia will put your knowledge to the test with over 1000 questions. You may be able to list every one of Spielberg and Hitchcock´s movies, but what about those lesser-known directors? You might be a Meryl Streep or Katherine Hepburn obsessive, but do you know what role they got their starts in? If you think you know everything about movies, Film Buff will put

This outrageous film plunges you into a world where quantum uncertainty is demonstrated--where neurological processes and perceptual shifts are engaged and lived by its protagonist--where everything is alive, and reality is changed by every thought

THE HISTORY OF OPERA FOR BEGINNERS is an illuminating book that starts with the radical assumption that opera is simply music, rather than the highbrow, inaccessible art form that many assume it to be. Not fluent in German or Italian? No worries—author Ron David explains the differences between Italian and German Opera and why you don't have to study a new language to enjoy it.THE HISTORY OF OPERA

Music theory is the study of the fundamental elements of music and how it is written. MUSIC THEORY FOR BEGINNERS was developed for anyone interested in learning to read and write music, a task that can be quite daunting for novices. This book, however, will allay any fears and set you on the path to learning what all those dots, lines and symbols actually mean. It provides the necessary scholarly

Abstract Expressionism was the defining movement in American art during the years following World War II, making New York City the centre of the international art scene. But what the heck did it mean! The drips, the spills, the splashes, the blotches of colour, the wild spontaneous energy—signifying what?ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONISM FOR BEGINNERS will not only help you understand, but, also, appreciate

On the occasion of the 5th anniversary of Bowie's death, photographer Masayoshi Sukita presents an extraordinary illustrated book on the celebrated musician, actor and producer. Text in English and German.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem is a completely new take on the heroes in a half shell. This volume offers an in-depth look at the unique designs and stunning visuals that make up this fresh spin on a classic franchise! Includes character designs and turnarounds, vehicle concepts, location designs, and development art. Director Jeff Rowe, Producers Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg, and ot

People all over the world have always used symbols to express and communicate the things that mean most to them. From a country's flag, which can signify more than patriotism, to a charm bracelet, with its 'portable memories', symbolism takes various forms. Familiarity with symbolism opens up levels of understanding most of us have probably never been aware of. Why, for instance, do we share a sec

An inexpensive source of inspiration and striking graphics for art and craft projects, this compilation features more than 175 authentic, royalty-free motifs: sinuously intertwined patterns, mythological animals, dragon-slaying heroes, much more.

Embark on a coloring journey through the iconic skylines and landmarks of the USA led by the enchanting folk art of Eric Dowdle. Folk artist Eric Dowdle is well-known for his brightly colored paintings of famous cities and landmarks from around the world. These coloring pages created from his intricately detailed artwork lend themselves perfectly to armchair travelers, coloring enthusiasts, and

Embark on a coloring journey through some of the most iconic cities around the world led by the enchanting folk art of Eric Dowdle. Folk artist Eric Dowdle is well-known for his brightly colored paintings of famous cities and landmarks from around the world. These coloring pages created from his intricately detailed artwork lend themselves perfectly to armchair travelers, coloring enthusiasts, a

Imagine a world full of cogs and rivets, goggles and corsets – the romance of the past meets the technology of the future. This Steampunk calendar celebrates a subculture on the rise with 12 fantastic artworks portraying the ecstatic fantasy of steam-powered worlds. Informative text accompanies each work and the datepad features previous and next month’s views.

Self-employed fantasy artist Jasmine Becket-Griffith has been working on her art professionally since 1997. She spends all of her time painting in her studio in Florida, coming up with beautiful and gothic digital artworks featuring faeries, mermaids, princesses and more in her impressive and instantly recognizable style.

The fantasy art of Anne Stokes features striking designs and lifelike portrayals of fantasy subjects. Her art covers a broad range of themes, from the romantic and magical enchanted forest, to fearsome dragons and the dark underworld of gothic vampires. In this officially licensed, bewitching calendar we’ve brought together 12 magical creatures from Anne Stokes’s collections, all of which pull us

This Dragon Art calendar is a stunning collection of dragon illustrations by the talented Kerem Beyit, a freelance digital artist from Turkey. The incredible fantasy artwork in this calendar celebrates the truly unforgettable fiery creatures that have inspired some of the greatest fantasy works of all time.

Combining high-quality production with magnificent fine art, this gorgeous month-to-view year planner features on its cover a design based on Josephine Wall’s ethereal Mer Fairy, making it a perfect gift or special treat just for you.