Wanted: The Search for the Modernist Murals of E. Mervyn Taylor by Bronwyn Holloway-Smith

$79.99 NZD

Category: NZ Art

Mervyn Taylor - wood engraver, painter, illustrator, sculptor and designer - was one of the most celebrated New Zealand artists of the 1930s to 1960s. He was highly connected to modernism and nationalism as it was expressed in New Zealand art and literature of the period. In the 1960s he created twelve murals for major new government and civic buildings erected in that era of great economic prosperity, during which New Zealand first began to loosen its apron-string ties to England. Tragically, some have been destroyed and others presumed lost - until now. This fascinating book, bursting with archival material, details the detective hunt for the murals and tells the stories of their creation. They cement Taylor's place as one of New Zealand's most significant artists, and are a celebration of the art and culture of our modernist era. ...Show more

New Zealand on Canvas by Denis Robinson

$34.99 NZD

Category: NZ Art

New Zealand’s remarkable scenery is presented through the work of 30 of the country’s leading contemporary painters working in oils and acrylics.  There are beach, bush and mountain scenes, urban city streets and buildings set in the countryside. The artworks reveal the distinct and diverse styles of N ew Zealand painters with a strong following in this country and many with impressive international sales. Oils have a long tradition in landscape and portraiture, and while the use of acrylics is relatively recent it is capable of rendering the country’s brilliant light to stunning effect. Former artist, connoisseur and dealer Denis Robinson brought together in this book a gallery on canvas that inspires practitioners in oils and acrylics and continues to delight anyone with a taste for contemporary New Zealand art. ...Show more

New Zealand A Painted Journey by Graham Young

$34.99 NZD

Category: NZ Art | Reading Level: very good

Journey through the painted landscape of New Zealand seen through the eyes of artist Graham Young as he endeavors to capture the character and motifs of the various regions with his colourful paintings coupled with his own thoughts of his travels. These paintings represent snapshots of the laid back kiw i lifestyle, evoking pleasurable memories of summers gone by, growing up in these exceptional landscapes, highlighted by the ramshackle baches, old vehicles, caravans and once loved and abandoned sheds that are so familiar. This book covers a large part of the South Island as well as the North Island, particularly his journey through vast high country of Central Otago featuring iconic images of the remaining settlements from the gold mining era and later the rail road, each leaving their indelible marks on the region. ...Show more

New Zealand: A Painted Country by Denis Robinson

$34.99 NZD

Category: NZ Art

The intertwined themes of natural beauty and artistic representation of that beauty led Robinson to invite more than thirty New Zealand artists of this generation to contribute works inspired by their chosen region along with a short written piece expressing their thoughts on the region. In Robinson¿s w ords, the resultant book reflects a journey that takes the reader from South to North through the eyes of these contemporary artists, who number among this country¿s most popular. The publication also acts as a portfolio, providing insights into the wider spectrum of styles and techniques used to capture colour and light, to illuminate personal connection to landscape. ...Show more

Fat Quarter - One Piece Projects by Tina Barrett

$30.00 NZD

Category: Craft & Hobbies

Part of a fantastic series of stash-busting sewing books, here are 25 fabulous projects to make, each using only one fat quarter. Fat Quarter: One-Piece Projects is ideal for using up small pieces of fabric to create a range of decorative and useful items for your home. Perfect for gifts to friends and family Projects include: oven mitt pin board slippers child's apron baby mobile Projects are suitable for beginner to intermediate sewers. ...Show more

Origami Paper 300 sheets Stripes and Solids 4" (10 cm): Tuttle Origami Paper: High-Quality Origami Sheets Printed with 12 Different Designs by Tuttle Tuttle Publishing (Editor)

$14.99 NZD

Category: Craft & Hobbies

This pack contains 300 high-quality pieces of double-sided origami paper, printed with 12 different bright stripe patterns and vibrant solid colors. The fun colors of this paper were selected to enhance the creative work of origami artists and paper crafters. With prints unique to this package, there's enough paper here to assemble amazing modular origami sculptures, distribute to students for a class project, add to a scrapbook, or put to a multitude of other creative uses. This origami paper pack includes: 300 sheets of high-quality origami paper 12 colorful stripe designs and bright colors Small 4x4 inch squares ...Show more

Whittling Handbook by Peter Benson

$24.99 NZD

Category: Craft & Hobbies

This book is the perfect introduction to the simple, yet immensely pleasurable, craft of creating attractive objects with nothing more than a knife and a piece of timber. Whittling is an art form that can be as simple or as complex as you like. This delightful book guides the reader through the basics s tarting with straightforward projects such as a garden dibber and a paper knife, then progresses to more complex and intricate items such as a linked chain and a whistle. The tools you'll need, plus the basic techniques and how to perform them safely are all covered in a clear and easy-to-follow way. Projects include: Butter spreader, fork, cane toppers, backscratcher and dog-head stick handle. ...Show more

Dogs in Jumpers - 12 Practical Knitting Projects by Debbie Humphreys

$22.99 NZD

Category: Craft & Hobbies

Whether you live in the city or the country, and whether your dog is little or large, Dogs in Jumpers is filled with knitting patterns to keep your dog warm this winter. Premier dog attire and accessories company, Redhound for Dogs, share their expert advice and knowledge to make sure you can always ki t out your dog in comfort. Simply select a jumper style, then follow the instructions to create your tailor-made knit. Patterns include: Buster's Cosy Chunky Cable Jumper, Nelly's Properly Practical Coat, Frankie's Super Sloppy Joe Jumper and a Textured Patchwork Blanket. To ensure your dog jumper has the perfect fit, you'll find easy-to-follow instructions on the four key measurements you'll need before you start and top tips on different yarns, needles and stitches. With 12 practical projects and dozens of beautiful dog photography, Dogs in Jumpers will delight knitters and dog lovers alike, enabling you and your best friend to walk out in style! ...Show more

Jock's Country by David Henshaw

$39.99 NZD

Category: NZ Art

A long-time resident of Tamahere in Waikato, David communicated with farmers for more than 40 years through his cartoons - his main character, Jock, is recognised as a national identity. His cartoons appeared in the New Zealand Farmer for 34 years and on the Jock calendar for the past 17 years. The cart oon was popular with rural folk and city dwellers who had a link with the land. In 2011, he became an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services as a cartoonist. ...Show more

Do-it-yourself Painting Skills: A Practical Hands-on Guide to Painting Any Area in the Home, with Over 200 Step-by-step Pictures by MIKE LAWRENCE

$12.99 NZD

Category: Craft & Hobbies

This is a practical hands-on guide to painting any area in the home, with over 200 step-by-step pictures. It is an instant guide to basic techniques, including preparing surfaces, filling cracks, and the best way to apply paints and varnishes. It is a useful advice about the various types of paint such as matt, eggshell or gloss, as well as binders, diluents, varnishes, and wood stains, and their specific uses. It helps how to use painting tools and equipment for applying the paint, including brushes, rollers, pads, sponges and aerosols. It helps you to estimate the quantities of paint you will need, using diagrams and charts. It includes special paint effects, such as sponging, dragging, dry brushing, stippling and ragging. Home decorating using paint can be a satisfying experience. With appropriate preparation and the correct application of paint, even an amateur will find it easy to end up with a professional result. This book will guide you every step of the way, from using the right tools and preparing the surfaces, to applying the final coat of paint or varnish. ...Show more

Zentangle by Jane Marbaix

$19.99 NZD

Category: Craft & Hobbies

Aimed at beginners, this book shows how beautiful images can be created from repeating patterns. Accredited Zentangle teacher Jane Marbaix demonstrates a range of patterns one step at a time and offers a sourcebook of her own designs to inspire tanglers to try something different. Proven to reduce stres s and enhance creativity in people of all ages, Zentangle does not require a background in practical art or expensive materials to produce pleasing results. Expert instruction from an accredited teacher in this fast-growing area of practical art, Zentangle provides a wide range of patterns from which tanglers can draw inspiration in an attractive, stylishly designed full-color package. Zentangle is a wonderfully mindful art form that helps us attain Zen-like peaceful states in our day-to-day lives. ...Show more

101 Uses for a Pencil by Peter Gray

$14.99 NZD

$24.99 (40% off)

Category: Craft & Hobbies

There is no simpler or more familiar tool than the pencil. Virtually everyone owns one, but how often is it used to its full potential? This thought provoking title will guide the artist in you through a multitude of ways in which to make maximum creative use of the pencil, improve your notation, drawin g, shading and mark-making, as well as accurately portray human and animal figures, buildings and landscapes. ...Show more