Amber Creswell Bell

From the Australian Book Industry-Award winning author of Australian Abstract. 'Containing a sublime collection of works, Amber Creswell Bell's book is a deeply fascinating insight into Antipodean portraiture.' - DAVID WENHAM Since the advent of the camera nearly two centuries ago, a portrait is no longer expected to be an exact likeness. From surrealist renderings to abstract interpretations, contemporary artists...

‘There is an internal monologue, and a world of decisions and possibilities behind each work that the viewer does not see. Abstraction is akin to learning a new language.’ ANA YOUNG There is no single neat definition of abstract art. It makes no attempt to represent reality; instead, it has its own visual language using shape, colour, and form with...

Still Life explores the diverse practices of more than forty contemporary Australian artists and documents a repertoire of styles, subjects, visions and philosophies. Alongside flowers and food—mainstays of the genre—the works within these pages also incorporate objects such as books and beer cans, birds and balloons, adding energy and intrigue to both the composition and the story revealed. This book...

From the Australian Book Industry-Award winning author of Australian Abstract. A photograph is a visual capture of a fleeting moment in time. A split second on either side can change the result entirely: the exact moment of exposure is critical. More than simply a static image, a photograph has the power to evoke emotion, revealing both the seen and the...

The Australian landscape has inspired countless generations of artists. A Painted Landscape forms an aesthetic study of the landscape as seen, experienced, and expressed by the Australian artists who choose to paint it. Surveying 50 artists working in various mediums and depicting varied terrains, this book showcases an incredible diversity of art practices and subject matter. Focusing on contemporary landscape...

One of the oldest human crafts, pottery is experiencing a renaissance, with a renewed desire for unique pieces and a respect for the imperfections associated with the marks of the maker. From the functional to decorative and sculptural works pushing the boundaries of the craft, Clay: Contemporary Ceramic Artisans offers a glimpse into the lives and practices of over 50...