Pavement Chalk Artist: The Three-Dimensional Drawings of Julian Beever

Pavement Chalk Artist: The Three-Dimensional Drawings of Julian Beever 

by Julian Beever 

Language: English 

Buffalo, New York: Firefly Books, 2018. 

143 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm. 

ISBN: 9780228100775, 0228100771 

Summary: Julian Beever, a master chalk artists, has delighted audiences in Europe, London and North America with his stunning three-dimensional anamorphic drawings. Anamorphic drawings are drawn in perspective and distorted so that the subject can only be viewed properly from one particular angle, and most convincingly through a camera lens. These drawings have delighted viewers foryears because they appear so realistically three-dimensional when seen through a camera lens. When the artist poses with the art, he appears to step right into the scene. Pavement Chalk Artist includes a fabulous selection of Beever's most intriguing anamorphic drawings. The photographs record the development of his unusual skill and understanding of perspective. Each one is accompanied by a description of the techniques he used and the challenges he overcame to produce original, inventive subjects in locations worldwide. This new edition includes 16 new pages of Beever's recent art, in addition to the 16 added to the second edition, for a total of 32 new pages.

Reviews: Publishers Weekly; Library Journal

History as They Saw It: Iconic Moments from the Past in Color

History as They Saw It: Iconic Moments from the Past in Color 

by Wolfgang Wild, Jordan Lloyd 

Language: English 

San Francisco: Chronicle Books, 2018. 

284 p. : col. ill. 

ISBN: 9781452169507, 1452169500 

Summary: This revolutionary photography collection is as close to time travel as it gets. Featuring 120 historic black-and-white photographs thoroughly restored and rendered in color, this book illuminates some of the most iconic moments in history, from the sinking of the Titanic to the construction of the Golden Gate Bridge. Brought to life with vibrant color, these incredible images effectively blur the distinction between past and present and bring history within arm's reach. With a timeline spanning more than 100 years, from 1839 to 1949, this unique collection will amaze history and photography buffs alike, offering new perspectives on significant moments of the 19th and 20th centuries.

Hip-hop at the end of the world : the photography of Ernie Paniccioli

Hip-hop at the end of the world : the photography of Ernie Paniccioli 

by Ernie Paniccioli 

Language: English 

New York: Rizzoli, 2018. 

304 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 26 cm. 

ISBN: 9780789334411, 0789334410 

Summary: "Filled with more than 250 images of artists including Ice Cube, The Notorious B.I.G., LL Cool J, Naughty by Nature, Public Enemy, 50 Cent, N.W.A, Snoop Dogg, Lil' Kim, Flavor Flav, Lauren Hill, Queen Latifah, TLC, many that have never before been published, this book is set to become the new hip-hop photography bible. With exclusive, behind-the-scenes access, preeminent photographer Brother Ernie captures the last four decades of the evolution of hip-hop--the styles that grew from it, and the artists who shaped it. Complete with Brother Ernie's personal anecdotes of time spent with subjects, and stories behind the photographs, Hip-Hop at the End of the World shares intimate moments from the most important era of hip-hop. After picking up a camera in the 1973 to document the graffiti art that dominated New York City, Ernest Paniccioli started his journey of whole-heartedly capturing the scene during the most fertile years of hip-hop. Always armed with a 35mm camera, he successfully photographed nearly every rapper of note since the genre's inception, making him the go-to photographer for magazines like Word Up and Rap Masters. Hip Hop at the End of the World is a carefully curated selection of photographs from Brother Ernie's extensive archives, celebrating over 40 years of swag in one of the most complete records of the most crucial movements in American music, "-- Amazon.com

Reviews: New York Amsterdam News

Bystander: A History of Street Photography

Bystander: A History of Street Photography 

by Colin Westerbeck, Joel Meyerowitz 

Language: English 

London: Laurence King, 2018. 

400 p.: col. ill.; 30 cm. 

ISBN: 9781786270665, 1786270668 

Summary: New and updated edition of an unsurpassed history of street photography by one of its heroes, Joel Meyerowitz, and noted critic Colin Westerbeck.

Reviews: Publishers Weekly; New Yorker; Library Journal; Art in America; Communication Arts

Dynasties: The Rise and Fall of Animal Families

Dynasties: The Rise and Fall of Animal Families 

by Stephen Moss 

Language: English 

London: BBC Books, an imprint of Ebury Publishing, 2018. 

287 pages : color illustrations ; 30 cm. 

ISBN: 9781785943010, 1785943014 

Summary: "Family isn't just important. It's everything. From lions hunting as a pride to penguins huddling together to keep from freezing in the bitter Antarctic winter, many animals are dependent on complex social relationships for their survival. Powerful dynasties lay claim to vast swathes of territory, fighting off rivals and securing their hunting grounds for generations to come. Dynasties offers an immersive insight into the shifting hierarchies of animal families. Each chapter follows a different dynasty, from the Marsh Lions of the Masai Mara to rival packs of African hunting dogs, from a tiger protecting her newborn cubs to a chimpanzee troop and the penguin colonies of the Antarctic. Alongside tender moments when bonds are strengthened through grooming and play, the book charts the rivalries that tip the balance of power, when family members turn against each other and younger animals grow strong enough to challenge for control. With more than 200 stunning photographs and insights from the crew of the BBC series, Dynasties reveals in astonishing detail the intricate social lives of our planet's most fascinating animals." -- Amazon.com

City Unseen: New Visions of an Urban Planet

City Unseen: New Visions of an Urban Planet 

by Karen C. Seto, Meredith Reba 

Language: English 

New Haven: Yale University Press, 2018. 

xvi, 250 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 27 cm. 

ISBN: 9780300221695, 030022169X 

Summary: "Stunning satellite images of one hundred cities show our urbanizing planet in a new light to reveal the fragile relationship between humanity and Earth. Seeing cities around the globe in their larger environmental contexts, we begin to understand how the world shapes urban landscapes and how urban landscapes shape the world. Authors Karen Seto and Meredith Reba provide these revealing views to enhance readers' understanding of the shape, growth, and life of urban settlements of all sizes--from the remote town of Namche Bazaar in Nepal to the vast metropolitan prefecture of Tokyo, Japan. Using satellite data, the authors show urban landscapes in new perspectives. The book's beautiful and surprising images pull back the veil on familiar scenes to highlight the growth of cities over time, the symbiosis between urban form and natural landscapes, and the vulnerabilities of cities to the effects of climate change. We see the growth of Las Vegas and Lagos, the importance of rivers to both connecting and dividing cities like Seoul and London, and the vulnerability of Fukushima and San Juan to floods from tsunami or hurricanes. The result is a compelling book that shows cities' relationships with geography, food, and society."--Jacket

Molecules: The Elements and the Architecture of Everything

Molecules: The Elements and the Architecture of Everything 

by Theodore W. Gray, Nick Mann 

Language: English 

New York, New York: Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers, 2018. 

240 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm. 

ISBN: 9780316480581, 0316480584 

Summary: "In Molecules, Theodore Gray takes the next step in his epic story of the periodic table that began with his bestselling book, The Elements, and reached its finale with Reactions. Fascinating stories, beautiful photographs, and diagrams of compounds and their chemical bonds capture molecules in their various states and as they appear in our daily life - from oil and water, to soaps and solvents, to ropes and fibers, and more"--Back cover

Reviews: Journal of Chemical Education; Distillations; Chemistry in Australia; TES: Magazine

Auroras: Fire in the Sky

Auroras: Fire in the Sky 

by Dan Bortolotti, Yuichi Takasaka 

Language: English 

Richmond Hill, Ontario: Firefly Books, 2018. 

143 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 26 cm. 

ISBN: 9780228100645, 022810064X 

Summary: "For millennia, humans have been fascinated with the ghostly green and red curtains of light that shimmer across the heavens on dark, clear nights. Ancient peoples saw these displays as souls of the dead, the torches of the spirits and as harbingers of war. Barely 100 years ago, scientists finally learned that an aurora is created when the Earth's magnetic field is bombarded with charged particles from the sun. When the charged particles collide with oxygen in the atmosphere, auroras with yellows, greens and reds appear. Collisions with nitrogen result in bluish colors. However, our understanding of the physics behind auroras has not detracted from their wonder. Auroras is filled with 80 photographs of one of nature's greatest spectacles, complete with captions that reflect on the folklore, science and beauty of the northern lights. The book poses and answers the many scientific questions about auroras, such as: Why are auroras usually seen only at high latitudes? How do scientists study them? What causes the different colors? Why are massive auroras often followed by blackouts and computer system crashes?"-- Provided by publisher

Reviews: Earth; Science News

Nike SB: The Dunk Book

Nike SB: The Dunk Book 

Language: English 

New York, NY: Rizzoli, 2019. 

360 pages : chiefly illustrations (chiefly color) ; 28 cm. 

ISBN: 9780847866694, 9780847864850, 0847866696, 0847864855 

Summary: "Nike SB: The Dunk Book is filled with stunning images that tell the visual story of Nike SB's most iconic styles. Including Danny Supas, Staple Pigeon Dunks, De La Soul Highs, Paris Dunks, U.N.K.L.Es, and Supreme Dunk SBs, this volume flaunts the signature color-ways and craftsmanship that Nike SBs are known for."--amazon.com

Homage to Humanity

Homage to Humanity 

by Jimmy Nelson 

Language: English 

New York: Rizzoli, 2018. 

525 pages : map, color illustrations ; 38 cm + 1 pair virtual reality glasses (cardboard ; 10 x 14 x 9 cm.) 

ISBN: 9780847862146, 0847862143 

Summary: Acclaimed British photographer Jimmy Nelson presents his latest collection of 400 evocative photographs revealing an inclusive look at the people and cultures of over thirty iconic tribes from around the world. From the Himalayas with the Laylap in Bhutan to the last hidden outposts of Africa with the Mundari in isolated South Sudan, these tribal cultures, many which have long been hidden from the world's eyes, are documented with an intimacy and knowledge that only Nelson can conjure. This new assemblage of voyages is accompanied by insightful, engaging interviews with tribe leaders, infographics on the locations and cultures of each destination, and a new mobile application that allows readers to view; film material, behind the scenes video, storytelling, and interviews from all the journeys--inviting readers on a journey to the remotest places on earth. Before They Pass Away II celebrates each tribe's distinct aesthetic cultural heritage and is a visual document, perhaps even the last record, that reminds us and future generations of the beauty and harmony of these tribes and the purity of their way of life. This unique volume--truly an invaluable time capsule of the last surviving tribes--is an essential for travel and photography enthusiasts. Nelson's large-plate field camera captures every minute detail, vivid colour, and dramatic light to produce awe-inspiring portraits of tribal members: from head-on shots, to visual narratives documenting quotidian life, rituals, and rites of passage, and striking pictures of marvellous and sometimes harsh landscapes.

Amaze

Amaze 

by Cristina Goettsch Mittermeier 

Language: English 

Kempen, Germany: TeNeues, 2018. 

255 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), portraits ; 38 cm. 

ISBN: 9783961711246, 3961711240 

Summary: "From ocean shores to some of the most remote indigenous communities in the world, photographer Cristina Mittermeier explores humanity's relationship with the planet and possibilities for a mindful, sustainable future. An astonishing collection of nature photography and an inspiration for sustainable living with others and our environment"--Publisher's website

The power of protest : a visual history of the moments that changed the world

The power of protest : a visual history of the moments that changed the world 

by Brenda Griffing 

Language: English 

Naperville, Illinois: Sourcebooks, 2018. 

204 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 23x27 cm.

ISBN: 9781492660347, 1492660345 

Summary: Times of great change did not occur by man's desire for change, but through protest and persistence. Across the globe, we are in an era of protest and drive. Not since the '60s have we seen political divides and awareness of this magnitude and it is shaping all aspects of our day to day life. While some feel lost in despair and fear, we can look to the past and RISE UP ourselves. Protest changes the world like nothing else has to date.

Wonders of the World

Wonders of the World 

by Irena Trevisan 

Language: English 

New York: Chartwell Books, 2018 

240 pages : color illustrations, maps ; 33 cm. 

ISBN: 9780785836285, 0785836284 

Summary: Featuring stunning photography, Wonders of the World traces the history of many unique places and sights--ancient wonders, modern and futuristic works of architecture, and some of nature's incredible gifts. By the year 300 BC, the ancient Greeks had already identified their seven wonders of the world--the most amazing architectural and artistic achievements of man in the ancient world. The Lighthouse of Alexandria, the Rhodes Colossus, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, and others that no longer exist today were testament to an impressive past and referenced mythology, extraordinary figures and ancient empires. Today, the number of wonders continues to grow. In addition to the new seven wonders of the world identified in 2007, there are incredible natural sites where water, land and sky--without the intervention of man--have created rare and startlingly beautiful phenomena. The Iguazu Falls, Ayers Rock, the Great Coral Reef, and the Perito Moreno glacier are symbols of nature's power and are as awe-inspiring as man-made wonders such as Angkor Wat, Machu Picchu, the Parthenon, Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro, and many others.

Remarkable books : the world's most beautiful and historic works

 

Remarkable books : the world's most beautiful and historic works 

Language: English 

New York: DK Publishing, 2018. 

256 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), portaits, facsimiles ; 31 cm. 

ISBN: 9781465483065, 1465483063

Summary: "... a beautiful and enthralling guide to more than 80 of the world's most celebrated, rare, and important written works, from the Dead Sea Scrolls to Anne Frank's diary. Including handwritten illuminated manuscripts, seminal printed volumes, and some of the greatest examples of illustrated literature, each exquisite chapter charts both the evolution and the legacy of every landmark book profiled."--The publisher

Reviews: Library Journal; Wall Street Journal