from posters to cars, design is everywhere. while we often discuss the aesthetics of design, we don’t always dig deeper to unearth the ways design can overtly, and covertly, convince us of a certain way of thinking.

how design makes us think collects hundreds of examples across graphic design, product design, industrial design, and architecture to illustrate how design can inspire, provoke, amuse, anger, or reassure us. graphic designer sean adams walks us through the power of design to attract attention and convey meaning. the book delves into the sociological, psychological, and historical reasons for our responses to design, offering practitioners and clients alike a new appreciation of their responsibility to create design with the best intentions.

how design makes us think is an essential read for designers, advertisers, marketing professionals, and anyone who wants to understand how the design around us makes us think, feel, and do things.

I know this to be true is the basis for the netflix documentary series live to lead created and directed by geoff blackwell and executive produced by the duke and duchess of sussex.

the I know this to be true series is a collection of extraordinary figures from diverse backgrounds answering the same questions, as well as sharing their compelling stories, guiding ideals, and insightful wisdom.

in this remarkable interview, feminist icon and social justice activist gloria steinem shares stories from her more than fifty years working as a tireless advocate and award-winning journalist.

steinem looks back on the formative lessons of her life, including how her unconventional childhood shaped her worldview, why listening and empathy are the guiding principles in her work, and why laughter is the key to freedom.

“the most joyful, inspirational interiors, with a fascinating personal story from the master of color himself! matthew shows us how to live life bright!” —sienna miller, actress

the first interior decorating and lifestyle book from former fashion designer matthew williamson, who has been designing with bold, contrasting color for almost three decades, is an invitation to find your own style and embrace color and pattern to live bright.

think beige, grey, and white are the only neutrals? think again. as a lifelong fan of rich jewel tones, fashion designer turned interiors expert matthew williamson makes the case for living cocooned in color

based on the eponymous viral twitter account, museum bums, a celebration of classical art, history, and shapely derrieres, encourages readers to learn something new while still managing to have a chuckle.

what do hieronymus bosch, the roman cult of antinous, and the peach emoji all have in common? but of course, butts, of course! divided into six categories of keisters, this humorous history book takes you on a whirlwind tour of the finest rear ends in museums around the world-from the lusciously rendered bottoms of renaissance painting to the abstract curves of contemporary art. heritage scholars and art educators mark small and jack shoulder pair illuminating social commentary, historical context, and lively captions with captivating depictions of tasteful-and sometimes cheeky-bums in art.

join designer, photographer, artist, and passionate vintage hunter dabito as he shares his creative vision in old brand new. known for his vibrant use of color, space, and a maximalist design style, dabito offers actionable advice on how to layer your spaces with meaning through refreshing décor and bold hues—perfect whether you’re signing a lease, renovating, or buying your first home.

illustrated with stunning photographs of dabito’s design projects and inspiring snapshots from his travels, this book features chapters that include how-to guides for weekend-friendly projects, both big and small. learn helpful tips for hanging a gallery wall, styling bookshelves, repurposing furniture, and designing a vacation-inspired outdoor patio space.

from easy daylong projects to deep renovations, dabito also shares his experience transforming a cramped laundry and storage room into his dream guest suite in los angeles. old brand new is a delightful guide to infusing your home with personality and style.

this photographic celebration of queer love and excellence gathers fourteen LGBTQ+ power couples, offering a glimpse into the journeys that led to their meaningful relationships and thriving careers. from designer debbie millman’s ardent courtship of writer roxane gay to the romantic and creative relationship forged between perfume genius bandmates mike hadreas and alan wyffels on stage during their first world tour, this beautiful book offers a closer look into the lives of fourteen inspiring LGBTQ+ couples and the meet-cutes, success stories, and personal reflections that made them the role models they are today. these icons come from a range of backgrounds—they are trailblazers who lead research labs, kitchens, and news organizations; create life-giving art and music; and tell queer stories in award-winning books, films, and television shows.

mark rothko's iconic paintings are some of the most profound works of twentieth-century abstract expressionism. this collection presents fifty large-scale artworks from the american master's color field period (1949–1970) alongside essays by rothko's son, christopher rothko, and san francisco museum of modern art curator of painting and sculpture janet bishop. featuring illuminating details about rothko's life, influences, and legacy, and brimming with the emotional power and expressive color of his groundbreaking canvases, this essential volume brings the renowned artist's luminous work to light for both longtime rothko fans and those discovering his work for the very first time. a textured case and large-scale tip-on on the front cover round out this sumptuous package.

by emma yau, raina lampkins-fielder, rebecca bray

a wide-ranging survey of black art in the american south, from thornton dial and nellie mae rowe to the quilters of gee's bend

for generations, black artists from the american south have forged a unique art tradition. working in near isolation from established practices, they have created masterpieces in clay, driftwood, roots, soil, and recycled and cast-off objects that articulate america's painful past--the inhuman practice of enslavement, the cruel segregationist policies of the jim crow era and institutionalized racism. their works respond to issues ranging from economic inequality, oppression and social marginalization to sexuality, the influence of place and ancestral memory.
among the sculptures, paintings, reliefs and drawings included here--the majority from the souls grown deep foundation in atlanta--are works by thornton dial, lonnie holley, ronald lockett, hawkins bolden, bessie harvey, charles williams, mary t. smith, purvis young, mose tolliver, nellie nae rowe, mary lee bendolph, marlene bennett jones, martha jane pettway, loretta pettway and henry and georgia speller. also featured are the celebrated quiltmakers of gee's bend, alabama, and work from the neighboring communities of rehoboth and alberta.

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still life is a photographic celebration of the work of new york city–based florist, artist, and photographer doan ly and her studio, a.p. bio.

ly's stunning work elevates floral design to an art form. while photographs of her floral vignettes are reminiscent of old masters' still life paintings, her playful and innovative use of color and lighting are decidedly contemporary.

this spectacular collection of ly's own exquisite photographs of her still life creations is unlike any other floral design book. still life captures ly's unique and inspiring aesthetic, which has drawn a dedicated following on social media. an engaging interview with ly brings insight into her creative process and what compels her to continually explore the ethereal and poetic possibilities of her work.

discover 50 groundbreaking female photographers and how to incorporate their styles and techniques into your own photography. often in the shadow of their male counterparts, these inspirational women developed new techniques, created their own signature styles and captured everything from war to fashion. from early pioneers to contemporary leaders, they paved the way for generations to come and continue to do so, inspiring them to pick up a camera and decide what type of photographer they want to be. featuring masters of the medium, such as anna atkins, imogen cunningham, nadine ijewere, lee miller, shirin neshat, lorna simpson, cindy sherman, zanele muholi and ingrid pollard, this book is beautifully illustrated with full-color images of the photographers and their work.