Provence Sketchbook


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Provence Sketchbook takes the reader through this historically rich region that also boasts some of France's most breathtaking landscapes. As the first Roman province outside of Italy, Provence has a wealth of architectural styles stretching back through the millennia, and as such, is a fascinating study for visitors. Evocative watercolours and illuminating commentary combine in this book, bringing to life a variety of Provencal scenes that will prove equally delightful to those familiar with or new to the region.




Paris Sketchbook


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Paris is seen through the eyes of artist Fabrice Moireau, with sketches in watercolor and pencil perfectly matched by an introduction by Mary A. Kelly. These residents of the world's most romantic capital city are the perfect guides to its streets, monuments, gardens and delightfully hidden corners.




Sara Midda's South of France


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From Sara Midda, the miniaturist whose first book nine years ago evoked all the pleasures of an English garden and received international acclaim, comes a wondrous sketch book from a year spent in the South of France--and artist's personal journal carried everywhere and crammed with drawings and notions and thoughts both surprising and whimsical.




Venice Sketchbook


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One of Europe's most beautiful cities is celebrated through the talents of artist Fabrice Moireau Venice, a mosaic of over 100 islands, many connected by the 400 bridges which span its famous canals, is possibly the most romantic city in the world. It began as a village in the marshes and grew into a formidable sea power, dubbed the Queen of the Adriatic. Now its fading glories - the canals and palaces, monuments and churches - battle with the elements, yet remain breathtakingly beautiful. Artist Fabrice Moireau showcases Venice's grand attractions and hidden charms through his watercolour paintings and pencil sketches.




France Sketchbooks


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For centuries artists and designers have recorded places, people, and life in travel sketchbooks. Over a period of fifty years, Laurie Olin, one of America's most distinguished landscape architects, has recorded aspects of France: its cities and countryside, streets and cafes, ancient ruins, vineyards, and parks--from humble to grand, things that interested his designer's eye--taking the time to see things carefully. Paris in its seasons, agriculture in Provence and Bordeaux, trees, dogs, and fountains, all are noted over the years in watercolor or pen and ink. Originally intended for the pleasure of merely being there as well as self-education, this personal selection from his many sketchbooks is accompanied by transcriptions of notes and observations, along with introductory remarks for the different regions included: Paris, Haute Loire, Provence, Haute Provence, Normandy, Aquitaine, and Entre des Meures.




Van Gogh Inspiration Sketchbook


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"For the great doesn't happen through impulse alone, and is a succession of little things that are brought together." - Vincent van Gogh, The Hague, Sunday, October 22, 1882, to Theo van Gogh Artistic inspiration abounds in the Van Gogh Museum Sketchbook featuring spot art by one of the world's great artists, Vincent Van Gogh. Place your own drawings and art alongside the sketches of one of the most innovative and famous artists of all time. Enjoy an introduction by the one of the curators at the Van Gogh Museum. Throughout the pages, learn about Van Gogh and see his rarely published sketches. Follow Van Gogh's own themes, cities, countryside, and people with meaningful quotes from his letters. "Ideas for work are coming to me in abundanceâ?¬¿I'm going like a painting-locomotive." - Vincent van Gogh, Arles, on or about September 11, 1888, to Theo van Gogh - 144 pages - Sketches from Van Gogh's Sketchbooks from The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam - Inspirational quotes will keep the art flowing - Sturdy hardcover keeps your art safe - Journal: 8.75 x 11.25 in. gives you ample room to sketch




New York Notebook


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New York City Notebook features over 50 drawings and watercolours by artist Fabrice Moireau, who turns his keen eye and delicate brush to recording the enchanting architecture of this fascinating city. The perfect gift for stationery lovers and art enthusiasts alike.




Loire Valley Sketchbook


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Explore the Loire Valley - famous for its splendid architecture and gardens - through the beautiful watercolours and sketches of renowned artist, Fabrice Moireau. ,




An Illustrated Journey


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Collects excerpts from the personal travel journal sketchbooks of forty-three artists, illustrators, and designers.




Artist's Journal Workshop


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Discover the Joy of Art Journaling An artist's journal is a powerful creative tool, offering you a safe place to experiment, explore, consider and improve. Artist's Journal Workshop provides all the guidance, structure and inspiration you need to create a meaningful art-journaling practice. Starting with the question, "What do you want from your journal?" you'll build a sound journaling concept that will serve your unique creative needs and give you the freedom to practice, play and develop as an artist. Featuring rich visual examples on every page, you'll receive continual guidance and inspiration from: • 27 international artists who share pages and advice from their own art journals • More than 25 hands-on exercises to help you personalize your journal while developing new ideas and techniques • Journal pages featuring travel sketching, nature studies and celebrations of daily life • Prompts for visually commemorating life events and milestones • Support for working through creative doubts and blocks • A range of artistic styles and perspectives to study and admire • Instruction for trying your hand at new methods and materials This is the perfect opportunity for you to begin realizing your artistic potential--one page at a time. Begin the journey today!