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Art Made of Code: monopo london on the design of Matt DesLauriers' debut book

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NFTs may be on the wane, but mashing up the digital and physical still holds a lot of promise, as this innovative book project demonstrates. Generative artist Matt DesLauriers weaves together art, programming and technology to build playful, creative projects for public installations, print media, and the web.

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The best art books to enjoy in the summer of 2022

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And so, whether you're relaxing on a beach, sitting in the garden, or killing time on planes, trains and automobiles, there's nothing better than burying yourself in a good book. Art and fashion have always had a tumultuous and unpredictable relationship. And this unique, wide-ranging book celebrates the latter in all their glory.

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10 excellent books for illustrators to inspire and help refine skills

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Image licensed via Adobe Stock Boost your abilities and raise your earning power with the best art books on the market. So whether you need to boost your skills in life drawing, CG sculpting or paints and oils, there are a ton of books on the market to guide you through. But you have to know the fundamentals first.

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StudioSpass installation for Chinese art fair is a textbook example of interactive art

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Who doesn't love an art book fair? And even better if there's some actual art to bring the event to life and elevate it above just a visit to your local bookshop. Case in point: StudioSpass , a design duo from Rotterdam, was recently asked to create an installation for an art book fair in Shenzhen, China.

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Leah Jacobs-Gordon on the artistry of book cover design

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The illustrator behind a series of best-selling books explains how she sums up the story and grabs the reader's attention. We all know the old saying, "Don't judge a book by its cover". Her foray into book cover design began somewhat serendipitously. But let's face it, in reality… we so do.

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Bold new book from Counter Print celebrates the joys of 3D typography

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Counter Print's latest book, Three Dimensional Type, is a thing of beauty that will teach you a lot about this ever-evolving discipline. In that light, the latest book from Counter Print is a timely release. This book, which comes with a foreword by Jon Dowling, explains exactly why 3D type holds such visual power and allure.

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New book by Ben Tallon explores what creativity is, and how to embrace it

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The author, illustrator, and podcaster spent a decade researching and writing his new book, The Creative Condition. In a world that often feels turbulent and uncertain, a new book aims to inspire readers by highlighting one of humanity's greatest gifts: creativity. We outline why it was time well spent.

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