The Cookie Stall (STEAM Stories Art) by Jonathan Litton

$15.00 NZD

Category: Art & Artists | Series: STEAM Stories

Max and Suzy have baked some delicious cookies to sell, but no one is coming to their stall to buy any! Can the dynamic duo use their creativity to make their cookies more attractive and encourage people to visit their stall? Help them be creative with a range of materials, use your imagination, and exp eriment with different techniques and colors in this fun, interactive art story. STEAM Stories is a series of interactive picture books, each introducing a different STEAM topic: Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Join dynamic duo Max and Suzy in these action-packed problem-solving adventures which introduce children to key STEAM concepts through a gripping, interactive story. A review section at the back of each book highlights the key topics, invites children to relate the story to their own experiences, and improves reading comprehension. This STEAM story introduces different concepts of art, including drawing, design, and mixing colors. Together with Max and Suzy, young learners will explore the wonders of art. ...Show more

Edouard Manet (In the Picture With...) by Iain Zaczek

$24.00 NZD

Category: Art & Artists | Series: In the Picture with

This title looks at the life and works of Edouard Manet, including an examination of paintings such as Music in the Tuileries Gardens, Monet in his Floating Studio, Le Dejeuner sur l'Herbe (The Luncheon on the Grass), A Bar at the Folies-Bergere, Gare Saint-Lazare, Portrait of Emile Zola and The Banks o f the Seine at Argenteuil. It looks at the techniques and colour palette that Manet used in these works, encouraging readers to look more closely at the interesting elements of each painting. It also includes a timeline of his life, information on museums and galleries where his work is currently displayed and a chance for readers to use what they have learned to make their own painting in the style of Edouard Manet. ...Show more

Smart Phone Movie Maker by Bryan Michael Stoller

$33.00 NZD

Category: Photography & Film

Smartphone Movie Maker is a complete beginner's guide to making movies with your smartphone. The film-maker's handbook features expert advice on all aspects of film making, from planning a story to casting, shooting and editing. The box transforms into a film projector with a lens - slot your smartphone into the box and play your film on a large screen (or white wall) for the ultimate cinematic experience! ...Show more

Art-tastic (HB) by Sarah Pepperle; Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū

$30.00 NZD

Category: NZ Non Fiction

This Art-tastic activity book has some of the best art you'll ever see in Aotearoa New Zealand. And don't freak out, but you'll probably learn stuff too. By the time you've finished, you'll have your own artists' workbook full of artworks that will possibly make you famous at home (if not around the wo rld).  Bold, bright, daring and a little bit BANANAS, Art-tastic gets into the nitty gritty of how to look at, connect with and make art.  ...Show more

Street Art (EDGE) by Rita Storey

$23.00 NZD

Category: Art & Artists | Series: Edge: Street

This is your chance to get the inside track on the hottest street scenes today. - Incredible installations - Hot video links - Inspirational photos - Star artists - Art styles Could you be a street art star of the future? EDGE Street Art is written specifically for readers who struggle with longer sente nces and paragraphs, but who want to find out more about this dynamic high-interest area. Perfect for readers aged 7 and up. ...Show more

Buildings, Bridges and Tunnels (It'll Never Work) by Jon Richards

$25.00 NZD

Category: Design & Architecture | Series: It'll Never Work

Have you ever wondered what made human beings want to reach for the skies by building higher and higher? And how they did it? Learn all about the the history of construction in It'll Never Work: Buildings, Bridges and Tunnels, a book that explores the medieval castles, underwater hotels, tunnels under t he sea and the successes and failures that have led to the building feats that we know today. ...Show more

D.E.S.I.G.N by Ewa Solarz

$40.00 NZD

Category: Design & Architecture

The story of design in a nutshell D.E.S.I.G.N. is a fascinating review of 69 of the most innovative household items from the past 150 years - from the classic to the most crazy. These are icons of design from the most eminent designers in the world, from the 'Le Corbusier' chair by Philippe Starck, to t he 'Puddle Vase' by Aalto. Through light and witty descriptions, colourful anecdotes and bold illustrations, D.E.S.I.G.N entertains, amazes and teaches us about the origins, aesthetics and form of objects that surround us. Designers include: Charles Rennie Macintosh; Alvar Aalto; Arne Jacobsen; Charles & Ray Eames; Philippe Starck; Frank Gehry; and many others. Designs span 1859 to 2009. Objects include: chairs; tables; beds; an orange juicer; shelves and storage; a bath; lights; and much more. ...Show more

Stories of Famous Artworks by Stepanka Sekaninova

$28.00 NZD

Category: Art & Artists

Maori Art For Kids by Julie Noanoa & Norm Heke

$25.00 NZD

Category: Art & Artists

This collection of 15 projects offers children aged 7 and over a range of unique Maori art experiences. Practical skills cover sculpture, photography, design, paint, mixed media, collage and more. Easy-to-follow instructions include illustrations of the steps involved, using everyday craft materials, re cycled and found objects. Examples of taonga (treasures) created by leading contemporary artists are shown alongside each project with a brief explanation of the object, its purpose and use in the past and present. While teaching as a museum/art gallery educator, the author had numerous requests from parents, teachers and educators over the years for ideas on how they could teach art and Maori culture to their children. These projects have been compiled in response to those requests, along with research and observation about how children connect with art. By engaging in these projects children will recognise that art takes many forms and can be enjoyed by everyone. This book will appeal to anyone looking for art activities that focus on Maori art and culture, and will suit both girls and boys. An emphasis on upcycling means that the ideas are accessible to the budget conscious without compromising on quality. Parents, grandparents, caregivers, primary school teachers, early childhood educators and community youth groups will find it a valuable resource. ...Show more

Where is the Frog?: A Children's Book Inspired by Claude Monet by Geraldine Elschner

$32.00 NZD

Category: Hardback Picture Books

When Antoinette, a comely young frog, learns that a famous artist is searching for beautiful flowers to paint, she becomes determined to get into the picture. But once the portrait is painted, it disappears - perhaps forever. This delightfully humorous mystery is accompanied by colourful illustrations t hat recall Monet's paintings of the pond near his home in Giverny. The final pages of the book feature reproductions of eight of Monet's water lily paintings. As children follow Antoinette's antics on a summer evening in France, they will become entranced by the pond, the painter, the light and beauty of Monet's world. ...Show more

White Cloud Worlds: An Anthology of Science Fiction and Fantasy Artwork Form Aotearoa New Zealand (#1) by Paul Tobin

$80.00 NZD

Category: Art & Artists

Enter the world of the imagination, where nothing is ordinary. White Cloud Worlds is a never-before-seen collection of stunning science fiction and fantasy artwork from Aotearoa New Zealand, 'The Land of the Long White Cloud'. Embark upon a journey of exploration into a wealth of visually rich worlds an d imaginings, conjured to life by 27 established and emerging artists. The artists are profiled with a selection of their art accompanied by text written in their own unique voice, sharing their origins, inspirations and a rare glimpse into how they work. White Cloud Worlds includes written contributions from some of the world's most celebrated leaders in the field of science fiction and fantasy art, such as Guillermo Del Toro, Richard Taylor, Alan Lee and John Howe. This book honours the imaginations of the artists it showcases and gives readers a unique opportunity to be a part of their worlds. Go on, be inspired. ...Show more

Usborne Famous Artists Sticker Book by Megan Cullis

$16.00 NZD

Category: Art & Artists

Presents an interactive way of finding out about the lives and work of some of the world's most famous artists. This title is packed with information about the biggest names in art, including Van Gogh, Dali, Monet, Warhol, and others.