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The Art of Ruth E. Carter: Costuming Black History and the Afrofuture, from Do the Right Thing to Black Panther

An appealing read for anyone interested in moviemaking, and an essential for aspiring costumers. Carter’s contributions to Black cinema make this a worthy inclusion in any library collection.

Threads of Power: Lace from the Textilmuseum St. Gallen

This is a very comprehensive book with beautiful, copious illustrations. Although academic in tone, it is accessible to general readers interested in the history of fashion and lace and includes a helpful glossary that explains technical terminology.
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Trees of the West: An Artist’s Guide

A glossary and further reading for field guides and species accounts will satisfy the scientific reader, and artists are well served by the beautifully presented artworks and Hashimoto’s tips and personal insights. Consider also for displays on nature-related travel destinations.
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The Art of the Cosmos: Visions from the Frontier of Deep Space Exploration

Breathtaking images, accompanied by Bell’s scientific notes and comments on artistic techniques, make this an attractive choice for art, photography, and science collections.
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The Language of Tattoos: 130 Symbols and What They Mean

An interesting browse, with illustrations of fine line, western traditional, and Japanese styles.
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Tutankhamun’s Trumpet: Ancient Egypt in 100 Objects from the Boy-King’s Tomb

Some may wish all 100 objects were included among the color plates, but readers will glean an understanding of ancient Egyptian life, its influences, and its ongoing legacy.
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Capturing Nature: 150 Years of Nature Printing

Some of the pictures detract from the overall value of the images, but this is still an essential purchase for all libraries that support an active fine arts program.
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Ithra, A Home for the World: The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture

Visually documents and details the history of a complex and visionary work of architecture.
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Vitamin C+: Collage in Contemporary Art

This global review of collage in today’s art world will serve both as a launching pad for exploration and as inspiration for creatives.
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