Author: E. Ashley Rooney

The first in a two-volume survey, readers are invited to reexamine the history of the West and its art through a multifaceted modern lens. More tha...

Wearable fiber art, whether in garment or jewelry form, is unique in that the human body breathes life, shape, and movement into the pieces. Be i...

Homes that sit on the water's edge offer tranquility and tradition that have long been part of the American dream. For those looking to pursue that...

Traditional Asian design is having an impact upon the way ever increasing numbers of Western people choose to build and furnish their homes to crea...

Scotland is one of the most haunted countries in the world. With centuries of battles, seers, curses, and illicit romances, it is no surprise that ...

Enter the world of fairy-tale towers, whimsical stairways, crow's nests, zip lines, and suspended rope bridges. Take pleasure in the details of han...

In this collection of works by more than 25 contemporary ice artists, discover a fascinating art medium defined by its ephemeral nature. Merging cr...

The second book in this two-volume survey, readers are invited to reexamine the history of the West and its art through a multifaceted modern lens....

In the history of art, animals were the very first subject, as evidenced by the nearly 20,000 year old cave paintings at Lascaux. The human impulse...

The works of 106 contemporary artists provide a fresh look at the artistic vibrancy of the Rocky Mountain West region of the United States. More th...

Printmakers today are sustained both by their traditions and by their willingness to embrace new technologies, new mediums, and innovative processe...

From coastal retreats to city streets, the modern shingle style home offers residents a wide range of specialized features, including the ability t...

With over 300 years of battles, witches, haunted inns, and curses, it is no surprise that New England has more than its share of eerie events and s...

Tour historic homes and other buildings that have been altered to accommodate 21st century lifestyles. Through 338 color images, learn how renovati...

Connecting us to the wide variety of contemporary fiber art in wall-mounted format, this resource combines more than 600 photos with personal comme...

Nearly 500 photos of artwork with personal insights from 78 of today's most noteworthy artists show the tremendously broad range of possibiliti...

Insects have captivated artists for centuries, as shown in their re-creations of them in gold, canvas, fabric, marble, wood, and other media. This ...

This book takes you through 53 homes that reflect the growing trend for environmentally friendly houses. Resource- and energy-efficient residences ...

Through 349 images, celebrate America in all her glory. Whether its a piece to hang on a wall, to be worn, or for marketing propaganda, see how six...

Today, many barns across the United States have outlived their original usefulness and are being destroyed, while others are slowly collapsing. Yet...

The stark beauty of the Southwest mountains and deserts have attracted numerous artists working in many media. Painters, sculptors, potters, jewele...

The reptiles and amphibians surrounding us are more than 17,000 species of fascinating and beautiful wildlife that many of us usually ignore. In th...

A long-overdue book documenting a state with a growing population, this richly illustrated collection of homes displays the work of 34 Texas archit...