Arts, Crafts and Creating Books
Dive into a world of artistic expression and bookmaking! Explore a variety of art forms, from painting and drawing to sculpting and crafting. Learn techniques to bring your ideas to life, from sketching to digital design. Discover the joy of creating your own books, from writing and illustrating to binding and publishing. Whether you're a seasoned artist or a curious beginner, this category offers something for everyone. Let your imagination soar and create something truly unique.
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Vendor:Simon Elliott
Vincent: A Graphic Biography : A Graphic Biography
I know for sure that I have an instinct for colour, and painting is in the very marrow of my bones' The life of Van Gogh has gone down in legend as the archetypal artist's existence. He was irascible and short-tempered, hugely passionate and...- £14.99 GBP
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Vendor:David Hockney
David Hockney. A Chronology. 40th Ed.
For six decades, David Hockney has captivated the art world with his innovative approach to capturing life's essence. This master of reinvention has left an indelible mark on modern art, from his cheeky text-infused works of the Swinging Sixties to his sun-drenched California pool...- £25.00 GBP
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Vendor:Christopher Neve
Unquiet Landscape : Places and Ideas in 20th-Century British Painting
Christopher Neve�_Ts classic book is a journey into the imagination through the English landscape. How is it that artists, by thinking in paint, have come to regard the landscape as representing states of mind? �_~Painting�_T, says Neve, �_~is a process of finding out, and...- £10.99 GBP
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Vendor:Tom Allan
On The Roof : A Thatcher's Journey
The reed goes on, the reed comes off. The reed rots and returns to the earth. The houses we work on outlast us. The thatch we use has never stood still. On The Roof is a thatcher's tale - a journey of discovery, and...- £18.99 GBP
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Vendor:Edmund de Waal
The White Road : A Journey Into Obsession
The gripping story of the lure of porcelain, or 'white gold', from the Number One bestselling author of The Hare with Amber Eyes. ** A Sunday Times Top Ten Bestseller ** "Other things in the world are white but for me porcelain comes first"...- £12.99 GBP
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Vendor:Florian Gadsby
By My Hands : A Potter's Apprenticeship
Every page made me wish I was a potter' Nigel SlaterFlorian Gadsby has devoted his life to pottery, refining his technique towards the point of perfection - and as his skill has grown, so has his social media following, which today numbers in the...- £30.00 GBP
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Vendor:J Bullar
Complete Guide to Joint-Making, The
Delve into the world of woodworking joints with this comprehensive guide, penned by UK expert John Bullar. This practical tome unveils the secrets of 35 joint types, empowering both novice and seasoned craftsmen to select and create the perfect joint for any project. With...- £16.99 GBP
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Vendor:Sue Roe
Hidden Portraits : The untold stories of six women who loved Picasso
Six extraordinary women - Fernande Olivier, Olga Khokhlova, Marie-Therese Walter, Dora Maar, Francoise Gilot, and Jacqueline Roque - played pivotal roles in Pablo Picasso's life and artistic journey. Far from being mere models or muses, these remarkable individuals were trailblazers in their own right,...- £25.00 GBP
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Vendor:Charlie Porter
What Artists Wear
Lauded as a Financial Times Book of the Year, 'What Artists Wear' by Charlie Porter is a captivating exploration of sartorial choices in the art world. Described by Olivia Laing in The Guardian as a "punk cousin to John Berger's Ways of Seeing", this...- £14.99 GBP
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Vendor:Dinah Roe
The Pre-Raphaelites: From Rossetti to Ruskin
Commencing in 1848, the Pre-Raphaelite Movement reached its zenith during the 1860s and 1870s. Drawing inspiration from the then-obscure works of Keats and Blake, alongside Wordsworth, Shelley and Coleridge, Pre-Raphaelite poetry elevated sensory experiences to ethereal heights, as noted by Antony Harrison. It also...- £14.99 GBP
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Vendor:Bendor Grosvenor
The Invention of British Art
Hailed as one of the top 10 art books of 2024 by The Times, Bendor Grosvenor's 'The Invention of British Art' is a captivating exploration of the nation's artistic legacy. Waldemar Januszczak lauds it as 'inventive, profound, and fabulously quirky', while the Daily Telegraph...- £40.00 GBP
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Vendor:Angela Harding
Still Waters & Wild Waves : The beautiful new book from printmaker and illustrator Angela Harding
Embark on a mesmerising journey through Britain's aquatic landscapes with Angela Harding's exquisite new tome, 'Still Waters & Wild Waves'. This Waterstones' Best Nature Book of the Year 2024 showcases over 50 original illustrations, capturing the essence of dramatic seascapes and tranquil rivers. Complemented...- £25.00 GBP
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Vendor:Simon Garfield
Just My Type : The original and best book about fonts
Just My Type transcends the realm of mere typography guides, offering a captivating journey through the stories behind our beloved fonts. Delve into the global domination of Helvetica and Comic Sans, uncover why Barack Obama gravitated towards Gotham, and discover how Amy Winehouse found...- £12.99 GBP
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Vendor:Carola Hicks
Girl in a Green Gown : The History and Mystery of the Arnolfini Portrait
Delve into the enigma of one of art's most captivating masterpieces with Carola Hicks' riveting investigation. Prefaced by the inimitable Grayson Perry, this book unravels the secrets shrouding Jan van Eyck's 1434 'Arnolfini Portrait', which graces London's National Gallery. What lies behind the emerald-clad...- £14.99 GBP
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Vendor:Andrew Graham Dixon
Caravaggio : A Life Sacred and Profane
In this gripping biography, Andrew Graham-Dixon unveils the tumultuous life of Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio, arguably the most perilous and provocative of the great painters. With razor-sharp insight, Graham-Dixon transports readers to the gritty streets of Milan, Rome, and Naples—a world where cardinals and...- £14.99 GBP
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Vendor:Lucy Davies
An Opinionated Guide to Women Painters
Women have been wielding paintbrushes since time immemorial, yet their names often remain obscure. This captivating tome shines a spotlight on 65 remarkable female artists, spanning centuries and continents. From the luminaries of the Dutch Golden Age to the rebellious spirits of Soviet Russia...- £15.00 GBP
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Vendor:Patrick Bringley
All the Beauty in the World : A Museum Guard's Adventures in Life, Loss and Art
Discover the unexpected bestseller that's captivated readers and critics alike, offering a fresh perspective on one of the world's most renowned museums. This Sunday Times Art Book of the Year 2023 invites you to see the Metropolitan Museum of Art through the eyes of...- £10.99 GBP
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Vendor:Laura Cumming
The Vanishing Man : In Pursuit of Velazquez
ACCLAIMED WINNER OF THE JAMES TAIT BLACK BIOGRAPHY AWARD SHORTLISTED FOR THE RATHBONES FOLIO PRIZE LONGLISTED FOR THE BAILLIE GIFFORD NON-FICTION PRIZE Recognised as a Herald Book of the Year In 1845, John Snare, a bookseller from Reading, stumbled upon a grime-covered portrait of...- £12.99 GBP
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Vendor:Martin Bailey
The Sunflowers are Mine : The Story of Van Gogh's Masterpiece
HTML tags: Delve into the captivating tale behind one of the world's most recognisable artworks. Martin Bailey unravels the mystery of why Van Gogh chose to create a series of sunflower still lifes during his time in Provence. The author then traces the fascinating...- £10.99 GBP
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Vendor:Julia Cameron
The Artist's Way : A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity
Emma Gannon hails it as 'an excellent springboard for discovering what ignites your passion', while the Daily Telegraph proclaims it will 'unleash your inner creativity and alleviate your anxiety'. This global phenomenon has sold millions of copies worldwide. Since its debut, 'The Artist's Way'...- £19.99 GBP
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Vendor:Marianne Taylor
Drawing Birds : A Complete Step-by-Step Guide
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Vendor:Barrington Barber
Anatomy for Artists : Complete with Draw-In Pages to Refine Your Skills
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Vendor:Gaston Bachelard
The Poetics of Space
Beloved and contemplated by philosophers, architects, writers, and literary theorists alike, Bachelard's lyrical, landmark work examines the places in which we place our conscious and unconscious thoughts and guides us through a stream of cerebral meditations on poetry, art, and the blooming of consciousness...- £12.99 GBP
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Vendor:Sue Prideaux
Wild Thing : A Life of Paul Gauguin
Lauded by prestigious publications and shortlisted for the esteemed Baillie Gifford Prize, this groundbreaking biography offers a fresh perspective on the controversial and pioneering artist Paul Gauguin. Penned by the award-winning author of 'I Am Dynamite!: A Life of Nietzsche', this lavishly illustrated tome...- £30.00 GBP
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Vendor:Cornelia Homburg
Van Gogh : Poets and Lovers
An original interpretation of the final years of Van Gogh's career, exploring the people and places in his late paintings � The years prior to Van Gogh's death in 1890 were pivotal to the painter's brief artistic career. He was working in the South...- £40.00 GBP
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Vendor:Joanna Cannon
Siena : The Rise of Painting, 1300-1350
An exploration of a crucial turning point in Italian art, the early 1300s in the city of Siena �"This is a book to be savored and treasured, much like the objects it celebrates."-Ann Landi, Wall Street Journal � In the early 1300s, the city...- £40.00 GBP
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Discover Arts, Crafts and Creating Books
At Sherlock and Pages, we're deeply passionate about the arts, crafts, and the boundless world of creativity. Our carefully curated selection of arts and crafts books offers endless inspiration for individuals of all ages and skill levels. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, there's something here for you.
Delve into the world of painting, drawing, knitting, sewing, or sculpting with our comprehensive step-by-step guides. Unleash your inner artist with books that explore various art techniques, from the delicate strokes of watercolour to the bold expressions of acrylics. For our younger readers, we offer engaging activity books designed to ignite their imagination and creativity.
Whether you're eager to master a new skill or rekindle an old hobby, our arts, crafts, and creating books provide something for everyone. Spend quality time being creative and making cherished memories with your little ones. Alternatively, unwind after a long day with an absorbing, artistic project tailored just for you.
At Sherlock and Pages, books are our true passion. Explore our hand-picked arts, crafts, and creating books today and discover your next inspiring read that will fuel your creative journey.