1
of
1
Artists on Art
How They See, Think & Create
Ratings/reviews counts are updated frequently.
Check link for latest rating. ( 65 ratings, 6 reviews)
Book Hero Magic crafted this summary to help describe this book. While it's new and still
learning, it may not be perfect - your
feedback is welcome!
Summary
Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
$2999
Unit price
/
Unavailable
AVAILABLE WITH SUPPLIER
Ships from our Auckland warehouse within 4-6 weeks
Found a better price? Request a price match
Artists on Art
$2999
Unit price
/
Unavailable
Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?
This book is ideal for art enthusiasts, students, and professionals seeking inspiration from the insights of leading figures in various artistic genres.
Latest News
Shirl and Lizzy Review The Starving Bride
Catherine Chidgey does it again with another incredible novel that will have people talking for...
Sci-Fi and Fantasy Reads for the Spooky Season
We asked our Sci-Fi and Fantasy reader, Edd, to share his recs for Spooky Season...
Review: In the Room
An emotional and authentic retelling of an extraordinary chapter in our country’s history. Andrew Campbell’s...
An Evening with Ryan Holiday: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Life
I was lucky enough to see Ryan Holiday speak in Auckland on Tuesday night. I've...
Emma Galloway visits Book Hero
We we delighted to have chef and author, Emma Galloway, visit Hero HQ to promote...
See more
Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and
still learning, it may not be perfect - your
feedback is welcome!
Description
Through a carefully curated selection of quotations, images and interviews, Artists on Art reveals what matters most to the masters, including Marina Abramović and Rembrandt van Rijn. You'll discover how the giants of the different artistic genres developed their distinctive visual styles, the core ideas that underpin their practice and, most importantly, what art means to you.
Other books in this series include Photographers on Photography and Filmmakers on Film.
Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
Library Journal praises the book for its focus on a diverse, international group of contemporary artists, recommending it as an excellent resource for large public, academic, and museum libraries supporting art programmes.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781786278852
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 10 February 2022
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Laurence King Publishing
Illustration: 56
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 12.0mm
Width: 142.0mm
Height: 200.0mm
Weight: 320g
Pages: 128
Collections
About the Author
Holly Black is an arts journalist and Managing Editor at Elephant magazine. She has written for publications including Aperture, AnOther, The Art Newspaper, House & Garden and Wallpaper.
Also by Holly Black
View all-
The Folk of the Air Boxset
Dive into the enchanting and treacherous world of faeries with The Folk of the Air Boxset by Holly Black. This paperback collection brings together all three thrilling novels of the series: The Cruel Prince, The Wicked King, and The Queen of Nothing. Follow the gripping tale of Jude, a mortal girl who navigates the dangerous politics and power struggles of...Novelty book$5300Elsewhere:$5999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
The Queen of Nothing (The Folk of the Air #3)
The intoxicating and bloodthirsty finale to the New York Times bestselling series The Folk of the Air, Holly Black's The Queen of Nothing brings the riveting saga to a dramatic close. Having been crowned Queen of Faerie only to be cruelly exiled by the Wicked King Cardan, Jude Duarte finds herself navigating the banality of the mortal world. Forced into...Paperback$2299Unit price /UnavailableBackorderShips Unknown - Contact Us -
Thief of Night
No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Holly Black returns with the second book of her stunning adult duology, Thief of Night, a modern dark fantasy filled with shadowy thieves and secret societies. This highly-anticipated sequel follows Holly Black's dazzling adult debut, the No.1 Sunday Times bestseller, Book of Night. There had always been something wrong with Charlie Hall. Crooked...Paperback$3199Elsewhere:$3800Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
The Cruel Prince (The Folk of the Air)
The Cruel Prince by Holly Black deftly weaves a darkly enchanting tale set in the treacherous world of Faerie. This riveting narrative follows Jude Duarte, a mortal girl whose world is shattered when she and her sisters witness the brutal murder of their parents by a violent Faerie assassin. Despite the trauma, the sisters are abducted to the perilous realm...Paperback$2100Elsewhere:$2299Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
The Wicked King (The Folk of the Air #2)
Number 1 New York Times bestseller and winner of the Best YA Fantasy Category in the Goodreads Choice Awards. The Wicked King (The Folk of the Air #2) by Holly Black is an intoxicating and bloodthirsty sequel to the New York Times bestselling The Cruel Prince, also nominated for the CILIP CARNEGIE MEDAL 2019. This gripping continuation of Jude and...Paperback$1999Elsewhere:$2299Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
The Wicked King (Special Edition)
I have heard that for mortals, the feeling of falling in love is very like the feeling of fear. Jude has tricked Cardan onto the throne, binding him to her for a year and a day. But the new High King does everything in his power to humiliate and undermine her, even as his fascination with her remains undimmed. Meanwhile,...Hardback$5400Elsewhere:$6500Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
The Cruel Prince
The Cruel Prince, crafted by the #1 New York Times bestselling author Holly Black, is a mesmerising opener to a captivating series, weaving the tantalising tale of a mortal girl ensnared in the treacherous realm of faerie royalty. At a tender age, Jude Duarte's life transformed entirely when her parents were brutally murdered, and she, along with her two sisters,...Paperback$4200Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeks -
Book of Night
#1 New York Times bestselling author Holly Black makes her stunning adult debut with Book of Night, a modern dark fantasy of shadowy thieves and secret societies. Dark, strange, thick with mystery and twists Book of Night is everything delicious and frightening I've come to expect from Holly Black.' - Leigh Bardugo, Sunday Times bestselling author of Ninth House 'Black...Paperback$2400Elsewhere:$2600Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
18% off
The Prisoner's Throne
An imprisoned prince. A vengeful queen. And a battle that will determine the future of Elfhame. Prince Oak is paying for his betrayal. Imprisoned in the icy north and bound to the will of a monstrous new queen, he must rely on charm and calculation to survive. With High King Cardan and High Queen Jude ready to use any means...Paperback$2700Usually:$3299Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
The Modern Faerie Tales Trilogy
Discover the realm of the faerie in Holly Black’s No. 1 New York Times bestselling Modern Faerie Tales trilogy boxset consisting of Tithe, Valiant and Ironside. When Kaye saves an injured faerie knight, her life changes forever. For she will soon become an unwilling pawn in a power struggle between two rival faerie kingdoms. Elsewhere, Valerie has run away and...Paperback$5400Elsewhere:$5999Unit price /UnavailableBackorderShips early November -
Magisterium: The Iron Trial
A powerful new fantasy series from global bestselling authors Cassandra Clare and Holly Black. From the imaginations of bestselling authors Holly Black and Cassandra Clare comes a heart-stopping plunge into the magical unknown. Think you know magic? Think again. The Magisterium awaits... Most people would do anything to get into the Magisterium and pass the Iron Trial. Not Callum Hunt....Paperback$2100Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
The Cruel Prince (Limited Special Edition)
Holly Black spins a thrilling tale of intrigue and magic in her newest novel... Unmissable for fans of Sarah J. Mass and the Grisha trilogy. - Buzzfeed UK Of course, I want to be like them. They're beautiful as blades forged in some divine fire. They will live forever... And Cardan is even more beautiful than the rest. I hate...Hardback$6500Elsewhere:$6999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow
More from Arts & Culture
View all-
Dylan's PickBold Types
A tribute to 32 truly independent bookshops throughout Aotearoa New Zealand, from north of Auckland down to Dunedin, and coast to coast. Jane Ussher's photographs show every bookstore in its unique nature - including behind the counter, smoko rooms, the mess which tells the hardworking story behind the joy of matching books with customers. Jemma Moreira's careful editing has crafted...Hardback$5999Elsewhere:$7000Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
New ReleaseI’ll Believe in Anything
From Jacob Tierney, the creator of Heated Rivalry, in partnership with Brendan Brady and Accent Aigu, comes I’ll Believe in Anything, an official and complete collection of annotated scripts for the biggest cultural sensation of the year, with all new exclusive behind-the-scenes content.Based on Rachel Reid’s blockbuster Game Changers book series, Heated Rivalry premiered on Crave and HBO in late 2025 and immediately took the world by storm. I’ll...Hardback$5499Elsewhere:$6000Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
Home Again
Join rock-legend, former Shihad frontman and lead singer of The Adults, Jon Toogood in this unflinching and no-holds-barred memoir Home Again.This is more than a rock story. Toogood looks back on a 37-year career that helped define New Zealand rock music, and the personal cost that came with it. From a music-obsessed childhood in Wellington to the deafening roar of international stages, this...Paperback$2700Elsewhere:$3999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
20% offThe Odyssey
Composed at the rosy-fingered dawn of world literature almost three millennia ago, The Odyssey is a poem about violence and the aftermath of war; about wealth, poverty and power; about marriage and family; about travellers, hospitality, and the yearning for home. This fresh, authoritative translation captures the beauty of this ancient poem as well as the drama of its narrative....Paperback$2400Elsewhere:$3599Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
21% offThe Iliad
When Emily Wilson's translation of The Odyssey appeared in 2017—revealing the ancient poem in a contemporary idiom that was "fresh, unpretentious and lean" (Madeline Miller, Washington Post)—critics lauded it as "a revelation" (Susan Chira, New York Times) and "a cultural landmark" (Charlotte Higgins, Guardian) that would forever change how Homer is read in English. Now Wilson has returned with an...Paperback$2600Elsewhere:$3799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
20% offDisney Moana: The Official Cookbook
Embark on a culinary adventure with Moana of Motunui with Pacific recipes inspired by Moana and Moana 2! After a long day of sailing to see how far you’ll go or keeping the demigod Maui out of trouble with Te Fiti, catch a break with the delicious dishes in Moana: The Official Cookbook! Featuring more than 50 recipes spanning the...Hardback$3600Elsewhere:$5299Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
New ReleaseA Life in Lyrics
Freddie Mercury was one of the greatest showmen of the twentieth century. With his unparalleled voice and searing on-stage energy, he was a great pretender, a killer queen and a champion of the world. But behind the glamour lived a musician and lyricist talented beyond measure, and the creative force behind one of the most culturally significant and musically diverse...Hardback$5000Elsewhere:$6500Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
New ReleaseBirdlands
A rare, intimate journey into the wild islands where Aotearoa's birds live beyond the reach of most human lives. In the most remote outposts of Aotearoa, our islands are populated not with people, but with birds. From the storm-lashed Subantarctic Islands in the deep south to the scattered volcanic islands of Tikapa Moana/Hauraki Gulf in the north, Birdlands offers a...Hardback$4199Elsewhere:$5000Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
21% offThis Angry Pen of Mine
This Angry Pen of Mine by Layne Staley invites you to dive into the untold creative world of Layne Staley, the legendary voice behind Alice in Chains. This extraordinary collection showcases his handwritten lyrics, deeply personal poetry, stunning original artwork, rare photos, fan tributes, and so much more. Step into the world of Layne Staley like never before. For the...Hardback$5800Elsewhere:$8999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
The Artist's Way
The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron is a transformative guidebook that has captivated millions, including luminaries such as Elizabeth Gilbert and Tim Ferriss. With its profound ability to inspire and elevate, this book invites readers to embark on an enriching creative journey, fostering a deeper connection to one's artistic process and sense of purpose. The heart of Cameron's groundbreaking programme...Paperback$3700Elsewhere:$4500Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
New Release
Split Enz
'My favourite band. Ever! And certainly the best dressed.' Sam Neill Split Enz were never designed to fit. Emerging from art school mischief in early-1970s New Zealand, they turned pop into surreal theatre: costume, character and melody colliding in a rock band that refused to behave like one. At the centre of that vision was Noel Crombie—percussionist, performer and the...Hardback$5199Elsewhere:$6500Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
They Bloom Because of You
Bestselling author and Instagram sensation Jessica Urlichs returns with a new collection of beautifully observed poems about the ever-evolving journey of motherhood - the hard, the magic and the fleeting. ‘A raw and honest read that makes you feel seen and understood in a way that will bring you to tears.’ - Hilary Swank ‘A book to keep close and...Paperback$3000Elsewhere:$3600Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow
Why buy from us?
Book Hero is not a chain store or big box retailer. We're an independent 100% NZ-owned business on a mission to help more Kiwis rediscover a love of books and reading!
Service & Delivery
Our warehouse in Auckland holds over 100,000 books, toys, board games and puzzles in-stock so you're not waiting for your order to arrive from overseas.
Auckland Bookstore
We're primarily an online store, but for your convenience you can pick up your order for free from our bookstore, which is right next door to our warehouse in Hobsonville.
Our Gifting Service
Books make wonderful thoughtful gifts and we're here to help with gift-wrapping and cards. We can even send your gift directly to your loved one.
Arts & Culture lists from the team
Explore our curated lists from our heroes to find your next read!
-
![]()
![]()
![]()
Lizzy's listArts & Culture
Poetry of Aotearoa
Check out some of the amazing local talent we are spoilt with right here in Aotearoa.View the list -
![]()
![]()
![]()
Lizzy's listArts & Culture
Poetry for Beginners - Where to Start
10 Books I'd recommend to someone new to reading poetry - a mix of old and new, all magical introductions to the...View the list -
![]()
![]()
![]()
Lizzy's listArts & Culture
Lizzy's Favourite Books of Poetry
If I could only have 10 poetry collections to survive on for the rest of my life, these are them. Or maybe...View the list -
![]()
![]()
![]()
Lizzy's listArts & Culture
Books to read for Women in Translation month!
August is Women in Translation month, but at any time of year it's worth checking out these incredible novels written by women...View the list -
![]()
![]()
![]()
Shirl's listArts & Culture
Inside the World of Film
Step behind the scenes of the world of filmmaking! Discover iconic directors and movie history of some of the world's memorable films.View the list -
![]()
![]()
![]()
Shirl's listArts & Culture
Books to Celebrate NZ Music Month
New Zealand Music Month happens every May, it's a reminder that we have so many talented musicians, singer, songwriters here in Aotearoa....View the list
