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In this eagerly awaited treasury, renowned Japanese master Shozo Sato offers his own personal teaching on the beautiful art of sumi-e. Sumi-e: The Art of Japanese Ink Painting provides step-by-step, photo-by-photo instructions to guide learners in the correct form, motions and techniques of sumi-e.
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Here comes the bride! In this latest volume in Karen Bussen's "Simple Stunning" series, the most important woman at a wedding takes her rightful place-center stage.
Over the years, Bussen has helped hundreds of brides plan weddings that reflect their personal style and express their own best selve . . .
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Japanese woodblock prints, or ukiyo-e, are the most recognizable Japanese art form. Their massive popularity has spread from Japan to be embraced by a worldwide audience. Covering the period from the beginning of the Japanese woodblock print in the 1680s until the year 1900, Japanese Woodblock Print . . .
Christian Siriano
In 2008, Christian Siriano made headlines as the youngest designer to win the hit reality series Project Runway. But the now twenty-three-year-old is bigger than a TV celebrity. From his prodigious fashion talent to his one-of-a-kind personality, Christian is the embodiment of fierce style.
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The art which arose from the 7th century in the Islamic empires reached from Spain and Morocco to the borders of China. It bore the stamp above all of Arabs, Persians and Turks, but outstanding contributions also came from Egypt and India. "Islamic Art" presents prominent examples: luxury ceramics, . . .
Garcia, Nina
"This book is written to help propel you forward, into that place where style and shopping are one. Neither can thrive without the other pulling its proper weight. Effortlessly balancing the two is your mission." From much-loved fashion maven and New York Times bestselling author Nina Garcia comes h . . .
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A lush sourcebook of nearly two thousand tattoo designs from artists around the world. From the editors of TattooFinder.com, it's a fantastic compendium for people who want to think before they ink! Whether you're tattoo-curious or tattoo-crazy, The Tattoo Sourcebook has everything you need to pick . . .
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The editors of Esquire have created an all-new guide to living an extraordinary life. It's called The Big Black Book 2008, and it's filled with 200 pages of useful information on everything from how to treat a headache in Shanghai to wearing a tuxedo without looking like a waiter.
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Pieced together much like the fine garments it portrays, this colourful book takes the reader on an international textile tour, presenting in glorious photographs, samples and sketches a raft of remarkable clothing from all over the world. Taking the reader from Vietnam to Benin, from Central Americ . . .
