Nick Knight est un photographe visionnaire célébré pour ses images de mode avant-gardistes et son approche non conventionnelle de la beauté. Son travail se définit par des collaborations artistiques audacieuses avec des créateurs de premier plan, lui valant une reconnaissance tant dans le domaine de la publicité que dans les magazines de mode prestigieux. Knight a également fondé et dirige le site web de mode primé SHOWstudio.com, dédié à l'exploration de l'ensemble du processus créatif, de la conception à la réalisation. Son expérimentation continue avec la technologie et les médias visuels le positionne à l'avant-garde de l'art progressiste.
Through exquisite botanical paintings and insightful essays, Flora examines the fascinating history of plants and flowers. Over 20 plant families are profiled, including cacti, daffodils, iris, magnolia, roses, tulips and waterlilies.
This book explores the evolution of Marxist philosophy in China from 1923 to 1945, focusing on four key figures: Qu Qiubai, Ai Siqi, Li Da, and Mao Zedong. It emphasizes the interplay between philosophy and politics, highlighting how each philosopher viewed their work as a revolutionary tool for societal change, rejecting the idea of philosophy as mere intellectual exercise.
Utilizing newly discovered documents, this work provides a fresh analysis of Mao Zedong, a pivotal figure in the Chinese Revolution and leader until 1976. It critically examines his controversial ideas, encouraging readers to reconsider Mao's legacy and the implications of his policies. Through this innovative perspective, the author invites a deeper understanding of Mao's influence on modern China and the complexities of his leadership.
This title presents a handbook of the potent skinhead cult. It traces the development of the skinhead movement in England, describes the characteristics and behaviour of these gangs, and explains their attitudes towards school, the police, and the government.
Over the past decade, the increasing use of technology and image manipulation within the fashion industry has led to an increase in the fantastical image, as much a product of the machine as it is a result of the imaginative faculties of its creators. From fashion shoots that display clothes adorned on invisible models, to painterly reinterpretations of the traditional fashion tableau, the fine line between reality and fantasy is becoming increasingly blurred.The Impossible Image is a compilation of the best examples of this digital marriage. Selected from leading style titles based in New York, London and Paris and art directed by Robin Derrick, Art Director of British Vogue, The Impossible Image highlights the most innovative and thought-provoking use of digital technology and its implementation within the modern fashion shoot. Including work by Nick Knight, Norbert Schoerner, Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin, Vincent Peters, Phil Poynter, Solve Sundsbo, Andrea Giacobbe, Stephane Sednaoul, Rankin, Mike Thomas, Lee Jenkins, Matt Alas and Marcus Piggott.The cover sequence, 'For Erin, Gisele, Karen, Maggie, Kate and Alec', photographed exclusively for the book by Nick Knight, features hidden profiles of six supermodels, each within a bouquet of flowers. It was digitally enhanced by Allan Finamore and Vim Jethwa of Core Ltd, London, with additional post-production by Howard Wakefield and Paul Hetherington, London.
The book offers an in-depth analysis of Li Da's philosophical and theoretical contributions, highlighting their origins, structure, and development. It presents significant texts from Chinese Marxism alongside essential Marxist writings that shaped the political discourse of the 1930s, providing valuable insights into the evolution of Marxist thought in that era.
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Exploring religion through a Christian lens, this book presents Bible stories in a poetic format to enhance readability and enjoyment. It delves into various themes, from foundational narratives to the secrets of witchcraft, while incorporating humor respectfully. The author, Nick, aims to engage readers and provoke thought without undermining the sacredness of the Scriptures. Residing in the Blue Ridge Mountains with his family and a timber wolf hybrid, Nick aspires for this debut work to pave the way for a successful literary journey.
Amazing Activities for when you travel
Filled with a variety of engaging activities, this book offers children a delightful experience with unique pages featuring dot-to-dot challenges, coloring opportunities, and spot-the-difference puzzles. Each activity is designed to entertain and bring joy to young minds, ensuring hours of fun. Perfect for keeping kids engaged, this activity book stands out as a top choice for parents looking to provide enjoyable and creative experiences for their children.
Zehn Jahre sind ins Land gegangen, seit wir das erste Buch von Nick Knight veröffentlicht haben, mit dem er sich in die Liste der großen und einflussreichen Imagemaker der Welt eingeschrieben hat. Sein neues Buch fängt nahtlos dort an, wo wir seinerzeit aufgehört haben. Es umfasst mehr als 300 Bilder aus den vergangen Jahren, in denen Schock und Schönheit, Eleganz und Erfindungsgabe, Farbe und Form auf immer innovative Weise und auf höchster Qualitätsebene zu jener Mischung verschmelzen, für die der Name Nick Knight steht. Ein Text von Charlotte Cotton, Kuratorin für Photographie am Los Angeles County Museum of Art, leitet in das komplexe Werk des Künstlers ein, der vor allem auch durch seine Website SHOWstudio. com Furore gemacht hat. Neben Arbeiten für SHOWstudio enthält das Buch die maßgeblichen Werbekampagnen für Dior, Louis Vuitton und Levi Strauss, sowie die Bilder seiner Zusammenarbeit mit Björk, Michael Clark, Peter Saville, Gareth Pugh, Massive Attack und Hussein Chalayan. Wenn Sie wissen wollen, wie es mit den Bildschöpfungen von Nick Knight weitergegangen ist und wie die Modephotographie der Zukunft aussehen könnte, dann greifen Sie zu diesem Buch.