Qualitative Research in Arts and Mental Health

Author: Theo Stickley
Publisher: Pccs Books
ISBN: 9781906254391
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
This is the first published book in the UK that brings together a range of key qualitative research studies supporting the assertion that involvement in participatory arts can be specifically beneficial to people with a variety of mental health difficulties.

New Retro

Author: Viction:workshop
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789881320360
Category : Design
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Designers often look to earlier decades or generations for inspiration, borrowing motifs and palettes that are recognizable through their ability to elicit nostalgia.

Vintage Costume Inspirations

Author: Laughing Elephant
Publisher: Vintage Lifestyle
ISBN: 9781514900314
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Have the most original costume at the next Halloween party with our retro costume look book A great costume can come from a simple idea. We offer the images in this book to spark your imagination. The serious crafter can find elaborate outfits to challenge his or her skill, and the more casual creator can be inspired by discovering how a few simple details can make a striking costume. Most of the images in this book are from mid-century French and German costume magazines and catalogs, full of wildly creative pictures and ideas. Our challenge was only in editing down our favorites to a reasonable number. A few of the best and most whimsical ideas include: an artist's palette (complete with paintbrush hat ), a carrot with carrot frond mask, a box of chocolate (for the ambitious costumer and even an alluring version of a high-tension wire.

Cartoon Cool

Author: Christopher Hart
Publisher: Christopher Hart's Cartooning
ISBN: 0823005879
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 114

Book Description
One of the world's leading cartoon artists shows readers how to capture the retro look of Sponge Bob, Dexter, and other popular comics, revealing how to recapture the 1950s in cartoons.

NEW RETRO: 20th Anniversary Edition

Author: Victionary
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789887462941
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 256

Book Description
There is something distinctly compelling about the vintage aesthetic. Brimming with charm and character, it often tells stories of a colourful past and showcases a level of craftsmanship that many creatives today still aspire to emulate. Retro designs also emanate a sense of comfort and warmth that is tinged with nostalgia. As testament to the adage that old is indeed gold, New Retro showcases a brilliant collection of work that is anything but outdated, featuring projects that not only draw inspiration from the good old days, but also merge seamlessly with contemporary influences and culture. First published in 2016, this 2021 rerelease - with additional projects and a special cover design - coincides with Victionary's 20th anniversary and is dedicated to the fans who have been requesting for its reprint ever since it went out of stock.

Modern Retro

Author: Neil Bingham
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781845973674
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 143

Book Description
In recent years, mid-century modern furniture, glass, ceramics, and textiles have become popular among those who appreciate their stylish contribution to the contemporary home. 'Modern Retro' will inspire you to create a look that combines modern classics by such visionaries as the Eameses, Bertoia, and Aalto with yard-sale treasures and the best of contemporary design. Created by modern classics dealer Andrew Weaving and design commentator Neil Bingham, 'Modern Retro' is not about slavishly recreating a period feel. Instead, it shows how to take the best designs from the 1920s to the 1970s and use them throughout your home in a relaxed and individual way, making the most of the gloriously eclectic forms, colors, and patterns available.

Retro Makeup

Author: Lauren Rennells
Publisher: Hrst Books
ISBN: 9780981663920
Category : Beauty, Personal
Languages : en
Pages : 103

Book Description

Retro Style

Author: Marion Haslam
Publisher: Universe Publishing(NY)
ISBN: 9780789304032
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 156

Book Description
Recalling the home fashions of the 50's, this volume offers today's home decorator a more discerning perspective on an era that evokes endless nostalgia. With functional household products-kettles, toasters, hand blenders, and more-being fashionably designed, these stylish accessories make chores at home far more glamorous. This colorful, easy-to-follow guide highlights the look of the period-from materials like Formica and molded plywood to the patterns of sgraffito and dissected fruit. It also provides how-to projects for creating classic styles in a modern setting.

Style Me Vintage: Clothes

Author: Naomi Thompson
Publisher: Pavilion
ISBN: 9781862059368
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Have you ever wanted to introduce vintage into your wardrobe, but felt unsure where to start? Vintage styles have never been more popular, with everyone from major stars to teens on the street looking to indulge in retro glamour. Whether you are looking to completely overhaul your look, go for complete vintage glam, or just introduce a few key vintage pieces into your day-to-day wardrobe, this book shows you how. Packed with tips on how to find unique, one-off items that fit your budget, that will look fabulous and also retain their value, Style Me Vintage: Clothes also teaches you what to look for, when to part with your cash, and what to avoid. Learn how to determine which era suits your shape and how to build a retro look from the base up. You’ll also find tips on how to make retro styles work with modern accessories. Filled with fun, detailed photographs showing classic looks from the 1920s to the 1980s, this is essential reading for every girl who likes to dress up.

Stockholm Design Lab: 1998 - 2019

Author: Stockholm Design Lab
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789887972624
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 560

Book Description
Driven by "simple, remarkable ideas," Stockholm Design Lab (SDL) has been transforming brands and businesses as one of the leading forward-thinking design agencies in the world since 1998. From developing visual identities for the NIO Formula E race car and the Nobel Prize to defining creative approaches for adidas and IKEA, its works are as diverse as they are distinct and delightful; spanning various mediums and methods to capture hearts and minds across all walks of life. To mark its 21st year in the industry, SDL has compiled a special monograph with over 500 pages of exclusive insight into its creative inspiration, processes, and portfolio. Categorized by industry, the book's contents include behind-the-scenes anecdotes, early-stage mock-ups, and never-before-seen images for some of its best client projects so far; serving as a valuable source of reference and reflection for designers at any level. An anthology that celebrates SDL's achievements as well as its lasting impact on the Scandinavian design scene and beyond, the book is a timeless retrospective that will also give readers realistic glimpses of the future.