Bloomsbury Visual Arts imprint: 136 books
Reading Photographs
An Introduction to the Theory and Meaning of Images
Language: English
Release Date: October 5, 2017
Reading Photographs, 2nd edition introduces the key theories of representation and visual analysis and demonstrates how they can be applied to photography. Introducing the many different approaches to critical theory for photography, Richard Salkeld explores identity, gaze, psychoanalysis, voyeurism...
by Gavin Ambrose, Mr Paul Harris
Language: English
Release Date: January 10, 2019
Language: English
Release Date: January 10, 2019
The Visual Dictionary of Graphic Design is a comprehensive guide to the numerous terms used within graphic design and associated disciplines.
Over 250 terms are explained and contextualized, with concise definitions accompanied by illustrations and examples taken from historical and contemporary...
The Material Culture of Tableware
Staffordshire Pottery and American Values
Language: English
Release Date: June 28, 2018
The Material Culture of Tableware is a fascinating and authoritative study of patterned tableware in the US. The book undertakes a visual analysis of Johnson Brothers patterns of tableware pottery, with reference to comparable designs by other British companies, such as Spode and Adams. It examines...
by Jonathan S. Marion
Language: English
Release Date: October 30, 2014
Language: English
Release Date: October 30, 2014
As the continued success of Dancing with the Stars and Strictly Come Dancing reveals, the appetite for ballroom remains insatiable around the world. Ballroom Dance and Glamour offers a fascinating window into the global phenomenon of competitive dance. Including vibrant photographs and commentary,...
Motion Graphics
Principles and Practices from the Ground Up
Language: English
Release Date: July 6, 2017
Song lyrics fly across the screen in time to music. A globe spins and zooms into a war-torn country. Money rises from a screen to explain an economic situation. Now, more than ever, we are surrounded by these motion graphics on our TV and cinema screens, on our smartphones, computers, and tablets,...
Fashion's Front Line
Fashion Show Photography from the Runway to Backstage
Language: English
Release Date: February 11, 2016
Before the live streaming of international fashion shows and the instant publication of runway images online, the collections were strictly 'invitation only'. It was the photographer, runway's unsung hero, who allowed us a glimpse of an exclusive and fascinating spectacle.
A visual journey...
Introduction to Graphic Design
A Guide to Thinking, Process & Style
Language: English
Release Date: November 2, 2017
For a great foundation as a graphic design student, look no further than Aaris Sherin's Introduction to Graphic Design. Sherin will introduce you to the formal structure of graphic design, so you can understand and utilise the main techniques of your chosen profession, and learn how they apply to...
House of Fashion
Haute Couture and the Modern Interior
Language: English
Release Date: July 12, 2018
Since Charles Fredrick Worth established his luxurious Maison de Couture in 1858, the interior has played a crucial role in the display of fashion. House of Fashion provides a full historical account of the interplay between fashion and the modern interior, demonstrating how they continue to function...
by Nik Mahon
Language: English
Release Date: November 2, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: November 2, 2017
Art Direction examines the key techniques, approaches and 'secrets' involved in the development of creative advertising concepts. Mahon provides tips on how to use surprise, simplicity, provocation and visual drama to communicate the advertising message.
The book examines the process of visualizing...
by Gavin Ambrose, Mr Neil Leonard
Language: English
Release Date: July 13, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: July 13, 2017
Successful visual outcomes can only be arrived at through the generation of great ideas, driven by research that will ultimately provide the designer with a range of potential design solutions. Basics Graphic Design 03: Idea Generation explores the different ways in which the designer can generate...
Video Games
An Introduction to the Industry
Language: English
Release Date: July 6, 2017
A highly visual, example-led introduction to the video game industry, its context and practitioners. Video Games explores the industry's diversity and breadth through its online communities and changing demographics, branding and intellectual property, and handheld and mobile culture.
Bossom...
Design Genius
The Ways and Workings of Creative Thinkers
Language: English
Release Date: August 6, 2017
Design Genius celebrates the creative thought processes of 69 leading artists, designers, creative agencies, animators, illustrators and typographers. While highlighting key design techniques and theories, the rich visuals presented in this book aim to engage, provoke and inspire.
Whether you...
Fashion Victims
The Dangers of Dress Past and Present
Language: English
Release Date: September 24, 2015
From insidious murder weapons to blaze-igniting crinolines, clothing has been the cause of death, disease and madness throughout history, by accident and design. Clothing is designed to protect, shield and comfort us, yet lurking amongst seemingly innocuous garments we find hats laced with mercury,...
Video Game Design
Principles and Practices from the Ground Up
Language: English
Release Date: July 6, 2017
Video Game Design is a visual introduction to integrating core design essentials, such as critical analysis, mechanics and aesthetics, prototyping, level design, into game design.
Using a raft of examples from a diverse range of leading international creatives and award-winning studios, this...