Understanding Art Markets: Inside the World of Art and Business (Robertson Iain)(Paperback)

Understanding Art Markets: Inside the World of Art and Business (Robertson Iain)(Paperback)

The global art market has recently been valued at close to $50bn - a rise of over 60% since the global financial crisis. These figures are driven by demand from China and other emerging markets, as well as the growing phenomenon of the artist bypassing dealers as a market force in his/her own

A History of the Western Art Market: A Sourcebook of Writings on Artists, Dealers, and Markets (Hulst Titia)(Paperback)

This is the first sourcebook to trace the emergence and evolution of art markets in the Western economy, framing them within the larger narrative of the ascendancy of capitalist markets. Selected writings from across academic disciplines present compelling evidence of art's inherent commercial

Curationism - How Curating Took Over the Art World and Everything Else (Balzer David)(Paperback / softback)

A criticism of the saturation of the 'curator' in art, business and everyday

Understanding Art (Fichner-Rathus Lois)(Paperback)

With balanced coverage of art across the chronological and geographical spectrum, UNDERSTANDING ART, 11th Edition, will guide you through beautifully reproduced images, and transport you to museums and monuments all over the world. Observe the artist's creative process from start to finish in a

The Art of Voice Acting: The Craft and Business of Performing for Voiceover (Alburger James)(Paperback)

The Art of Voice Acting covers all aspects of the craft and business of performing voiceover. This sixth edition is reorganized and completely updated to include the latest information on how to get started in voiceover, performing techniques, setting up a personal recording space, voiceover

Understanding Baking: The Art and Science of Baking (Amendola Joseph)(Paperback)

The Art of Network Architecture (White Russ)(Paperback)

The Art of Network Architecture Business-Driven Design The business-centered, business-driven guide to architecting and evolving networks The Art of Network Architecture is the first book that places business needs and capabilities at the center of the process of architecting and evolving networks

Dictionary of Subjects and Symbols in Art (Hall James)(Paperback)

The understanding and enjoyment of a work of art depends as much on the story it depicts as on the artist's execution of it. But what were once biblical or classical commonplaces are not so readily recognizable today. This book relates in a succinct and readable way the themes, sacred and secular,

Maestros and Their Music: The Art and Alchemy of Conducting (Mauceri John)(Paperback)

An exuberant, uniquely accessible, beautifully illustrated look inside the enigmatic art and craft of conducting, from a celebrated conductor whose international career has spanned half a century. John Mauceri brings a lifetime of experience to bear in an unprecedented, hugely informative,

Reading Fashion in Art (Mida Ingrid E.)(Paperback)

Dress and fashion are central to our understanding of art. From the stylization of the body to subtle textile embellishments and richly symbolic colors, dress tells a story and provides clues as to the cultural beliefs of the time in which artworks were produced. This concise and accessible book

Warhol After Warhol: Power and Money in the Modern Art World - Richard Dorment

Long-time art critic Richard Dorment reveals the corruption and lies of the art world, and its mystifying authentication processLate one afternoon in the winter of 2003 art critic Richard Dorment answered a telephone call from a stranger. The caller was Joe Simon, an American film producer and art

The Art and Science of Dance/Movement Therapy: Life Is Dance (Chaiklin Sharon)(Paperback)

This second edition of The Art and Science of Dance/Movement Therapy offers a broad understanding of dance/movement therapy as well as an in-depth exploration of how and where it can be used to produce change. The chapters that make up this innovative volume go beyond the basics to offer a unique

F**k Business - The Business of Brexit (Anderson Iain)(Paperback / softback)

The definitive account of the breakdown in the pivotal relationship between business and

Pearson Edexcel A-level Economics A Student Guide: Theme 1 Introduction to markets and market failure (Gavin Mark)(Paperback / softback)

Reinforce your understanding of markets and market failure, business behaviour and Microeconomics and Macroeconomics, and improve your exam technique for A Level Papers 1 and 3 with this Pearson Edexcel A Level Economics A Student

The Arts: A Visual Encyclopedia (DK)(Paperback)

Open your eyes to the wonderful world of art inside this beautiful book. The entire history of the greatest works in painting, sculpture, and photography are included on this comprehensive and colourful tour through time.

 From the first strokes of paint on prehistoric caves to contemporary

Making the Mummies Dance: Inside the Metropolitan Museum of Art (Hoving Thomas)(Paperback)

From Simon & Schuster, Making the Mummies Dance: Inside the Metropolitan Museum of Art is a unforgettable autobiography for any arts and culture fans. A former Director of the Metropolitan Museum of Art reveals his bold and brash life at its pinnacle: the clandestine deals which secured blockbuster

Modernist Bread (Myhrvold Nathan)(Pevná vazba)

Modernist Bread: The Art and Science is a revolutionary new understanding of one of the most important staples of the human diet. Created by the team that published the award-winning Modernist Cuisine: The Art and Science of Cooking, this massive treasury of practical knowledge and groundbreaking

The Power of Art: A World History in Fifteen Cities - Caroline Campbell

A dazzling new history of the world and a popular introduction to art history by a renowned expert To read most histories of art, you might be forgiven for supposing that great artists are superhuman, and the knowledge of different movements, periods and styles is essential to truly appreciate

Understanding Cinematography (Hall Brian)(Paperback)

Cinematography is the art and craft of visualizing and recording the moving image. The cinematographer therefore has to use their technical and creative skills to photographically capture the mood of the film and the vision of the director. Done properly, they add the magic and depth to a film,

Ballet Russes: The Great Ballet Russes and Modern Art: A World of Fascinating Art and Design in Theatrical Arts (Unno Hiroshi)(Paperback)

A collection of fascinating art and design from the Ballets Russes, celebrating the origin of modern art and fashion. In the early 20th century, Ballets Russes, a traveling Russian ballet company based in Paris and founded by a Russian impresario Sergei Diaghilev, created a worldwide sensation

Ilya Repin and the World of Russian Art (Valkenier Elizabeth)(Paperback)

Art of the Good Life - Clear Thinking for Business and a Better Life (Dobelli Rolf)(Paperback / softback)

The indispensable life manual from the author of the international bestseller, The Art of Thinking

The Art of War for the New Millennium (Lok Dan)(Paperback)

The most widely read business book in the world... Now updated and expanded Recognized as the eldest military treatise of all-time, world leaders, military strategists and business executives all over the world have studied Sun Tzu's Art of War. At last, best selling author and master marketer

Sun Tzu: The Art of War for Managers: 50 Strategic Rules Updated for Today's Business (Michaelson Gerald A.)(Paperback)

Seize the advantage from your competitors and conquer today's competitive business world with these 50 strategic business rules from the tried-and-tested wisdom of Sun Tzu. In today's competitive business world, you must capture the high ground and defend it against your rivals. The secret lies in