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Robert Mapplethorpe's influence as an artist has grown steadily since his untimely death in 1989. Recently, over a period of seven years, seven extraordinary contemporary artists--David Hockney, Vik Muniz, Catherine Opie, Sterling Ruby, Cindy Sherman , Hedi Slimane, and Robert Wilson--each in turn reviewed Mapplethorpe's entire body of work to select those that personally resonated. The result was the groundbreaking series of exhibitions documented in this book, which also features intensive inte rviews conducted by Richard Flood, noted curator of the New Museum of Contemporary Art (New York). This beautiful and compelling presentation offers bold new insights into Mapplethorpe's genius and his lasting impact on contemporary art.

Few occasions have the power to thrill us like a royal wedding. This spring, the world watched as Prince William and Kate Middleton exchanged their vows. Both as public events and personal milestones, these ceremonies are storybook endings--and bright beginnings. Whether she carries the charisma of Sweden's Crown Princess Victoria or the allure of Lady Di, each bride is a living fairytale. And on the 29th of April, 2011, Princess Catherine joined the tradition of royal beauties. Of course, we mustn't overlook the royal grooms--every prince from Felipe to Rainier is a legendary knight in arms. Royal weddings provide the opportunity for nations to celebrate their age-old customs. These grand events embody a young couple's love, and a country's faith in its own future.

Building on the success of Cool Events at Home, Stephanie von Pfuel shares her secrets to make any home a sanctuary. With her usual flair, she demonstrates the beauty of everyday objects. She shows us how ordinary items can take on new roles. With he r skill and imagination, candlesticks gain new life as vases. By combining functionality with a twist of fantasy, we access a world of grace and beauty. The stunning photographs inspire and inform at the same time. Best of all, every project is quick and easy to complete. Through von Pfuel's example the readers begin to trust their own instincts-learning to create living spaces that reflect their own personalities and personal history.

Building on the success of Cool Events at Home, Stephanie von Pfuel shares her secrets to make any home a sanctuary. With her usual flair, she demonstrates the beauty of everyday objects. She shows us how ordinary items can take on new roles. With he r skill and imagination, candlesticks gain new life as vases. By combining functionality with a twist of fantasy, we access a world of grace and beauty. The stunning photographs inspire and inform at the same time. Best of all, every project is quick and easy to complete. Through von Pfuel's example the readers begin to trust their own instincts-learning to create living spaces that reflect their own personalities and personal history.

Building on the success of Cool Events at Home, Stephanie von Pfuel shares her secrets to make any home a sanctuary. With her usual flair, she demonstrates the beauty of everyday objects. She shows us how ordinary items can take on new roles. With he r skill and imagination, candlesticks gain new life as vases. By combining functionality with a twist of fantasy, we access a world of grace and beauty. The stunning photographs inspire and inform at the same time. Best of all, every project is quick and easy to complete. Through von Pfuel's example the readers begin to trust their own instincts-learning to create living spaces that reflect their own personalities and personal history.

An accessible smaller-sized paperback edition of this bestselling publication. A must-have for all lovers of the 50s. Featuring icons such as Audrey Hepburn, Pablo Picasso and Brigitte Bardotand their splendid automobiles. A nifty gift for all fans of a glamorous decade. A reprieve from post-war austerity, the 1950s epitomized a time of glamour with its film icons and automobiles, which are admired and emulated to this day. Nothing said, "You've made it," quite like getting glammed up and goin g for a spin in your brand new automobile. The shapes and shades of cars were bright and exaggerated. Car design showed a fervent embrace of the future and a willingness to experiment with something new. Riviera Cocktail photographer Edward Quinn cap tured all the stars and idols from the worlds of film, music, and the arts, as well as their admirers. Picasso and his Hispano-Suiza, Brigitte Bardot in her Lancia, and many more are featured with their motor toys. With a keen eye and playful exubera nce, his images define fifties style.

This magical volume is a companion piece to the short film of the same name, which is due to be shown at film festivals worldwide. Long awaited, this is Tim Walker's first cinematic endeavor. To this fantas - tical work, Walker brings all the whimsy and elaborate scene-making so integral to his renowned fashion photography. This volume contains the original short story by Patrick McGrath as well as a facsimile of the annotated shooting script. Embark on a memorable journey with young Evelyn as s he finds a lost explorer in her garden- and begins a haunting tale of dark adventure. This volume truly is a fitting follow-up to 2008's bestsel ling retrospective Pictures.

Completed in just weeks, this book sees Bitesnich unleash his creative potential with a beautiful new Asian model. Marvel as the master captures her beauty in a series of original poses. The reader witnesses a spark in these images- with both model a nd artist at the peak of their creativity. As Bitesnich immerses himself in this breakthrough work, he makes a fasci - nating discovery-a cache of nude photographs by his grandfather- an engineer by profession. What an eerie parallel between Bitesnic h's latest work and his grandfather's own artistic appreciation of the human form.

A brand new series of guides focusing on the art, architecture and design of key cities aound the world.

A talented photographer without equal, David Drebin is above all a storyteller. His brooding and glamorous works tell tales of lust and voyeurism--as well as seduction and escape. Not afraid to be daring, Drebin also tantalizes us with subtle allusio ns. His sweeping cinematic images feature the majestic backdrops of such world cities as Berlin, Paris and Rio de Janeiro. These photographs pulse with a charged sensuality, using color and light to maximum effect. Dangerous seductresses play a centr al role in Drebin's work. Bursts of saturated Technicolor explode against stone and gray cement. In this, he hints at Hitchcock at his finest. We're left with a tinge of regret amid the sensual excess.

Launched in 2002, Swarovski Crystal Palace is a shimmering series of sculptural pieces that had its debut at the Milan Furniture Fair. This ongoing forum has commissioned such noteworthy talents as Ron Arad, Zaha Hadid and Ross Lovegrove to develop original artworks in crystal. Through a brief history of Swarovski crystal we learn of its refined tradition as well as its bold vision for the future. Along the way, we delve deeper into the Crystal Palace designers, with interviews and articles on their individual philosophies. We follow the pieces step by step through design and construction. We see the works on display in such venues as Salone del Mobile, Design Miami, MoMA and the Barbican. We also glimpse the artworks in the homes of celebrities and other persons of note, such as the Swarovski family members themselves.

Known for his original vision, Hedi Slimane brings a simple, spare grace to the worlds of photography and fashion. Alternating melancholy and hope, Slimane's images are composed with great precision. The classical lighting and compositions are paired with dark, intriguing narratives. Influenced by many genres, Slimane's vision is fresh and tinged by a romantic sensibility. As with his work as creative director at Dior Homme, his masterly photographs are superbly crafted and sublime. Slimane finds inspiration in the diverse realms of pop culture, nature, history--and the human form. This varied collection is sure to inspire. His subjects include Pete Doherty, Kate Moss and Lady Gaga--to mention a few.

In this photographic scrapbook, fashion photographer Stan Shaffer share his extraordinary life at the nexus of art, fashion and cinema. On this incredible journey we traipse through the hottest NYC parties where everyone is somebody and they're all dressed to kill! Over his career as icon maker, Shaffer has hung out with everyone from Andy Warhol to Jerry Hall, Carla Bruni to Uma Thurman. With his fine-tuned intuition, this trendsetting photographer reveals the real person beyond these public facades. Sometimes sexy, often quirky, these images are always joyful and original.

In this photographic scrapbook, fashion photographer Stan Shaffer share his extraordinary life at the nexus of art, fashion and cinema. On this incredible journey we traipse through the hottest NYC parties where everyone is somebody and they're all dressed to kill! Over his career as icon maker, Shaffer has hung out with everyone from Andy Warhol to Jerry Hall, Carla Bruni to Uma Thurman. With his fine-tuned intuition, this trendsetting photographer reveals the real person beyond these public facades. Sometimes sexy, often quirky, these images are always joyful and original.

This stunning volume embodies the knack of internationally well-known fashion designer Malene Birger for transforming homes into fascinating works of art.

This portfolio showcases the legendary Herb Ritts, probably the greatest master of celebrity and beauty photography. Until his death in 2002, this Californian genius created and developed an iconic brand of glamour across the worlds of both editorial and advertising. His trademark groundbreaking approach is still the standard to which others aspire. Indeed, it is his images of world stars and models that best captured style at the end of the 20th century. With an understanding for the architectural quality of true beauty, Ritts conveys its structure, its texture—and its explosive impact. This Stern Fotografie volume features the best—some unpublished—portraits of those whom Herb Ritts immortalized.