Art Fundamentals: Theory and Practice introduces students to the core concepts of two- and three-dimensional art composition. Designed as a foundational textbook for visual arts education, it explores the primary elements of art—such as line, shape, value, texture, color, and space—alongside the principles of design, including balance, rhythm, harmony, variety, and proportion. Combining his…
Authored by Indonesian film critic and scholar Marselli Sumarno, this foundational work serves as a classic introductory guide to film appreciation and cinematic analysis. The text breaks down the core structural components of motion pictures, distinguishing between narrative elements and cinematic techniques such as camerawork, editing, sound design, and mise-en-scène. It provides readers wit…
Authored by Indonesian philosopher and cultural critic Tommy F. Awuy, this critical volume traces three pivotal trajectories in the development of Indonesian performing arts: traditional theater, modern stage arts, and contemporary performance aesthetics. The text analyzes the shifting aesthetic paradigms, socio-political dimensions, and existential challenges faced by Indonesian artists naviga…
Authored by the Island Script design team, this practical graphic design guide outlines systematic methodologies for creating professional corporate visual identities. The volume covers core branding principles, logo creation workflows, color theory, typography selection, graphic standard manual development, and the cohesive application of brand identity elements across various corporate media …
Authored by acclaimed photographer Roberto Valenzuela, this instructional photography guide provides a structured, self-training framework designed to turn deliberate practice into photographic excellence. The book breaks down complex photographic challenges into three actionable categories: Geometry and Execution (utilizing locations, framing, and symmetry), Posers and Composition (directing s…
Part of The Time-Life Encyclopedia of Gardening series, this practical guide by James Underwood Crockett details fundamental principles for residential landscape design and planning. The book covers site analysis, space layout, plant selection (trees, shrubs, and groundcovers), hardscaping elements (patios, walks, and retaining walls), and ongoing maintenance strategies to create balanced, func…
Edited by visual merchandising expert Martin M. Pegler, this commercial retail showcase highlights innovative store architecture and interior design trends of the 1990s. Part of The Library of Applied Design series, the book presents photographic case studies of global retail spaces—including fashion boutiques, specialty shops, and department stores—analyzing lighting strategies, material c…
Authored by renowned interior designer Mary Gilliatt, this practical home setup manual guides readers through the essential stages of decorating and furnishing a living space. The text covers spatial planning, color scheme and lighting selection, functional furniture choices, budgeting strategies, and space-saving solutions tailored to create efficient and aesthetically pleasing home environments.
Written by Allison Kyle Leopold with photography by Edward Addeo, this reference showcase celebrates Victorian decorative arts and collecting culture. Featuring detailed historical insights and full-color photographs of Victorian keepsakes, furniture, glass, and curiosities, the book serves as a practical and romantic guide for identifying, preserving, displaying, and integrating 19th-century a…