New books from the 'Documents of Contemporary Art' series.

Destruction  /  edited by Sven Spieker.  (2017) 700.108 SPI

Essays explore contemporary artists' engagement with destruction, and how it has disrupted the perceived integrity of built structures and institutions.

Practice  /  edited by Marcus Boon and Gabriel Levine.  ([2018]) 

700.1 BOO

How to renew Library items!

We've all been there... find loads of really interesting books, take them home, and then forget to read them.

If you need to renew a library item you can do this by:

1 - logging into your library account, here (you might need to set a password if you have never done this before - click on the 'forgot password link')

2 - by replying to the overdue items email that the library sends (these may be in your spam folder)

3 - by emailing the library at library@pca.ac.uk

4 - by calling us on 01752 203413

5 - by popping in to the library and either using the self service machine, or coming to the library desk.

Wabi Sabi.

Wabi - Sabi
'this Japanese term means “a way of living that focuses on finding beauty within the imperfections of life and accepting peacefully the natural cycle of growth and decay.”' Collins, 2018.

Wabi-sabi for artists, designers, poets & philosophers  /  by Leonard Koren.  (1994)

701.170952 KOR












Wabi-Sabi - Further Thoughts.  /  Leonard Koren.  (2015)

701.170952 KOR




Wabi-Sabi Wisdom: Inspiration for an Authentic Life.  /  Andrea Jacques  (2016)

158.1 JAC

Kintsugi : heal your life, repair the cracks and embrace imperfection - the Japanese way  /  Tomás Navarro.  (2018)

158.1 NAV

The Body.

New books about the body, and body image.

The disabled body in contemporary art  /  Ann Millett-Gallant.  (2012)

704.942 MIL

The honest body project : raw stories and untouched portraits of women and motherhood   /  Natalie McCain.  ([2017]) 779.2 McC This is who I am  /  Rosanne Olson ; foreword by Rita Charon.  (c2008) 779.22 OLS The body at risk : photography of disorder, illness, and healing

New Off Air Recording!

Did you know the library has a license that allows us to recording films and tv programs? 




We have just recorded 'Song of the Sea' 




From the team that brought you 'Secret of Kells' The enchanting Irish animation SONG OF THE SEA tells the story of Ben and his little sister Saoirse – the last Seal-child – who embark on a fantastic journey across a fading world of ancient legend and magic in an attempt to return to their home by the sea. The film takes inspiration from the mythological Selkies of Irish folklore, who live as seals in the sea but become humans on land.

SONG OF THE SEA, directed by Tomm Moore (The Secret of Kells) features the voices of Brendan Gleeson, Fionnula Flanagan, David Rawle, Lisa Hannigan, Pat Shortt and Jon Kenny.

email library@pca.ac.uk to request a recording.

Wildlife Photography.

Into wildlife photography? Want to see some stunning images of animals? 
The library's current display is all about wildlife photography! We have also purchased a copy of the book ' The Photo Ark' by Joel Sartore - to accompany the National Geographic series 'Photo Ark' which we have made an off-air recording, available to borrow today!

The photo ark : one man's quest to document the world's animals  /  Joel Sartore
779.32 SAT



Joel Sartore intends to photograph every animal in captivity in the world. He is circling the globe, visiting zoos and wildlife rescue centers to create studio portraits of 12,000 species, with an emphasis on those facing extinction. He has photographed more than 6,000 already and now, thanks to a multi-year partnership with National Geographic, he may reach his goal. This book showcases his animal portraits: from tiny to mammoth, from the Florida grasshopper sparrow to the greater one-horned rhinoceros. Paired with the eloquent prose of veteran wildlife writer Douglas Chadwick, this book presents a thought-provoking argument for saving all the species of our planet.



Borrow the book and DVD today!

New books from HE Fashion Lecturer Ilker Cinarel.

Ilker Cinarel works as a lecturer on HE Fashion here at Plymouth College of Art. His new books 'Adopting A Father' and 'Boy Room' are newly available in the library.

'Boy Room' explores ideas of belonging, personal space, home and inter, through installation and photography. 
709.2 CIN

'Adopting A Father' documents Cinarel's research project about father- son relationships and what it means to be a man. Cinarel invited potential 'fathers' to become part of a performance at the Newyln Art Gallery, in 2015, and the book displays the fathers in a series of 'family album' style photographs and interviews with the men describing their ideas of father-son relationships. 
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After studying fine art at Marmara University Istanbul, Ilker Cinarel moved to the UK in 2000 to work in London, as a Designer Assistant for Vivienne Westwood's Gold Label range. Ilker then went on to work as a Designer Assistant for Giorgio Armani in Milan and as the Visual Merchandising Co-Ordinator for all Giorgio Armani UK stores. He studied an MA Fine Art Contemporary Practice at Falmouth University and graduating in September 2011, won the Sandra Blow Award and 2014 Inland Art Festival Award. 

New books for Game Arts

Game character development  /  Antony Ward.  (c2008)

794.8 WAR

"Game Character Development" takes you through all the steps needed to create compelling, highly-detailed characters for games. This book is suitable for both beginner game artists and experienced designers who want to brush up their skills, and covers the latest character creation tools and technologies. Throughout this book you will work step-by-step to create a finished character that incorporates all of the methods presented. First you’ll examine the available modeling techniques and then create a base mesh. You’ll then incorporate UV mapping and virtual sculpting. With the basic model created, you’ll explore advanced techniques to add texture and detail, and finish up by optimizing and refining your character. The techniques presented can be applied with virtually any 3D software program, so you’re free to work within the application with which you’re most familiar. If a specific tool is introduced, a brief introduction will cover the basic information you need to utilize it. There’s even a chapter with suggestions on what you’ll need to add to your finished character before it gets introduced into the game production pipeline, including adding facial expression, rigging, and even animation. And a helpful reference section provides additional resources to help you with those next steps.

A practical guide to indie game marketing  /  Joel Dreskin.  (2016)

794.8146 DRE

For those who want to earn a regular income from making indie games, marketing can be nearly as vital to the success of the game as the game itself. A Practical Guide to Indie Game Marketing provides you with the tools needed to build visibility and sell your game. With special focus on developers with small budgets and limited staff and resources, this book is packed with recommendations and techniques that you can put to use immediately. As a seasoned marketing professional, author Joel Dreskin provides insight into practical, real-world experiences from marketing numerous successful games and also shares tips on mistakes to avoid. Presented in an easy to read format, A Practical Guide to Indie Game Marketing includes information on establishing an audience and increasing visibility so you can build successes with your studio and games.

How 2 become a Game Designer  /  Brown, Joshua  (2014)

794.8 BRO

How to become a Game Designer. The Ultimate guide for joining the video games industry and getting the exact Game Developer job you want. This comprehensive guide includes: Insider Information - the ins and outs of the game industry Job Roles - the types of jobs within the game industry and how to get them; How to Apply for game developer Jobs - using a step-by-step process; Application Process - Expert Cvs, Cover Letters and Interview Techniques; Interview Skills Guide - How to Pass Game Developer Interviews with actual sample questions and responses; Cvs / Resumes - Learn how to tailor your Cv with multiple templates and real successful examples; Portfolio - How to build a stunning professional portfolio; Education and Educational Institutions Networking - How to network effectively and gain invaluable contacts; Full of Insider Top Tips - perfect for aspiring game artists, game programmers, game writers, audio artists, games designers, game testers and those wanting to get ahead of other potential game developer candidates! The video game industry is an exciting and expanding modern industry that is attracting many creative people from all over the world. Due to the increasing competition for job roles it can be a difficult process. This book contains insider tips and advice on what you need to know to get your dream job working inside the video games industry. This book also includes information on becoming a freelance artist and setting up your own independent games company, including the legal considerations. Break into the video game industry today with this comprehensive insider's guide!

Spooky New Titles.

The library has taken stock of several spooky new titles and put on a ghoulish display to celebrate Halloween! We have also acquired some new books on witchcraft and magic.

The art of horror : an illustrated history  /  edited by Stephen Jones ; foreword by Neil Gaiman.  (2015)

741.674 JON

Amazingly, there has never been a book quite like The Art of Horror- a celebration of frightful images, compiled and presented by some of the genre's most respected names. While acknowledging the beginnings of horror-related art in legends and folk tales, the focus of the book is on how the genre has presented itself to the world since the creations of Bram Stoker and Mary Shelley first became part of the public consciousness in the 19th century. It's all here: from early engravings-via dust jackets, book illustrations, pulp magazines, movie posters, comic books, and paintings-to today's artists working entirely in the digital realm. Editor Stephen Jones and his stellar team of contributors have sourced visuals from archives and private collections (including their own) worldwide, ensuring an unprecedented selection that is accessible to those discovering the genre, while also including many images that will be rare and unfamiliar to even the most committed fan. From the shockingly lurid to the hauntingly beautiful-including images of vampires, werewolves, zombies, ghosts, demons, serial killers, alien invaders, and more-every aspect of the genre is represented in ten themed chapters. Quotes from artists/illustrators, and a selection from writers and filmmakers, are featured throughout.

The Krampus and the old, dark Christmas : roots and rebirth of the folkloric devil  by  Al Ridenour.  (2016)

398.4 RID

With the appearance of the demonic Christmas character Krampus in contemporary Hollywood movies, television shows, advertisements, and greeting cards, medieval folklore has now been revisited in American culture. Krampus-related events and parades occur both in North America and Europe, and they are an ever-growing phenomenon.

Though the Krampus figure has once again become iconic, not much can be found about its history and meaning, thus calling for a book like Al Ridenour's The Krampus: Roots and Rebirth of the Folkloric Devil. With Krampus's wild, graphic history, Feral House has hired the awarded designer Sean Tejaratchi to take on Ridenour's book about this ever-so-curious figure.

Al Ridenour has lectured on Krampus at the Goethe Institutes in Los Angeles. He became somewhat of an internet phenomenon himself due to the hilarious hijinks he coordinated with the controversial Cacophony Societies.

The Occult, Witchcraft & Magic  by  Christopher Dell.  (2016)

133.409 DEL

From the earliest Paleolithic cave rituals, magic has gripped the imagination. Magic and magicians appear in early Babylonian texts, the Bible, Judaism and Islam. Secret words, spells and incantations lie at the heart of every mythological tradition. Today, magic means many things: contemporary Wicca is practised widely as a modern pagan religion in Europe and the US; ‘magic’ also evokes the cathartic rituals of Chaos magic, but stretches to include the non-spiritual, rapid-fire sleight of hand performed by slick stage magicians who fill vast arenas. 
The Occult, Witchcraft and Magic is packed with authoritative text and a huge and inspired selection of images, chosen from unusual and hidden sources. The material is presented in 100 entries, and includes some of the best-known representations of magic and the occult from around the world.

The Little Book of Witchcraft  by  Astrid Carvel.  (2017)

133.43 CAR

Are you in need of a little magic to entice love into your life?

Maybe someone you know could benefit from a good-luck spell?

Or perhaps you want to feel more in control of your destiny?

The Little Book of Witchcraft uncovers the mysteries of this ancient art and shows you how to tap into the positive natural energies of the cosmos to release your inner power. Learn about different kinds of witchcraft and its fascinating history, its symbolism and the building blocks of Wicca, and how to perform simple spells to attract good energy, luck, love, health and happiness.

New Animated Films!

The Library has purchased several animated films, whether you are looking for inspiration on storytelling and narrative, or just something to keep you occupied now the evenings are darker.



Finding Dory (2016)
791.4334 FIN

From the Academy Award–winning creators of Disney Pixar’s Finding Nemo (Best Animated Feature, 2003) comes an epic undersea adventure filled with imagination, humour and heart. When Dory, the forgetful blue tang, suddenly remembers she has a family who may be looking for her, she, Marlin and Nemo take off on a life-changing quest to find them with help from Hank, a cantankerous octopus; Bailey, a beluga whale who’s convinced his biological sonar skills are on the fritz; and Destiny, a nearsighted whale shark. Bring home the movie overflowing with unforgettable character and dazzling animation.



The Red Turtle (2017)
791.4334



From acclaimed director Michaël Dudok de Wit, and produced by the legendary Academy Award-winning animation house Studio Ghibli (Spirited Away), comes a magical castaway story that combines beauty, nature and mystery. Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated feature, The Red Turtle is a stunning and touching animation about the transience of life.




Zootropolis (2016)
791.4334 ZOO




Zootropolis is a city like no other. But when optimistic Judy Hopps arrives, she discovers that being a bunny on a police force of big, tough animals isn’t so easy. Determined to prove herself, she jumps at the opportunity to crack a case, even if it means partnering with a fast-talking fox, Nick Wilde. Walt Disney Animation Studios’ 'Zootropolis,' is a comedy-adventure directed by Tangled’s Byron Howard and Wreck-It Ralph’s Rich Moore.






Kubo and the Two Strings
791.4334 KUB



Young Kubo's peaceful existence comes crashing down when he accidentally summons a vengeful spirit from the past. Now on the run, Kubo joins forces with Monkey and Beetle to unlock a secret legacy. Armed with a magical instrument, Kubo must battle the Moon King and other gods and monsters to save his family and solve the mystery of his fallen father, the greatest samurai warrior the world has ever known.



Come in to the library and take these away today!

Typography Titles.

How to Draw Type and Influence People : An Activity Book  /  Sarah Hyndman. (2017)

686.224 HYN




We are all type consumers and interact with type in our everyday lives. Typefaces in all shapes and sizes evoke an emotional response and trigger associated memories before we've even read the words. How to Draw Type and Influence People shows how we use type to understand different messages. Each typeface is introduced and explained and then creative exercises show the reader how to draw each font and invite them to explore the associations evoked by the styles, to reveal why they have come about and how to create their own versions. Ideal for all those who work with type daily, this book provides an accessible way in to the world of typefaces, for the general reader, but also graphic designers who want to explore fonts in more detail and design their own letterforms.



The visual history of type  /  Paul McNeil.  (2017)

686.22 MCN



'The Visual History of Type' is a comprehensive, detailed survey of the major typefaces produced since the advent of printing with movable type in the mid-fifteenth century to the present day. Arranged chronologically to provide context, more than 320 typefaces are displayed in the form of their original type specimens or earliest printing. Each entry is supported by a brief history and description of key characteristics of the typeface. This book will be the definitive publication in its

Beautiful Interiors!

The Library has purchased a number of beautiful new interior design. Whether you are an Interior Decoration student, renovating, or just looking for a little inspiration - pop in to the library and take a look at our new titles.


Urban jungle : Living and styling with plants.
Igor Josifovic, Judith de Graaff. (2016)
747.98 JOS

'Urban Jungle' is a source of inspiration, ideas and a manual for all of those who want to 
bring more plants into their home. It guides the reader through different 'green' homes in five European countries and shows how beautiful, unique, creative and even artistic living with plants can be.

Pierre Frey Inspiring Interiors : French Tradition of Luxury 

Serge Gleizes ; photography by Philippe Garcia ; edited by Caroline Levesque.(2015) 

747.0944 FRE

Since 1935, the Parisian company Pierre Frey has designed and manufactured some of the most coveted textiles and wallpaper in the world. A member of the prestigious Comité Colbert, an association of 78 French luxury houses, Pierre Frey is an ambassador of French taste. This lavish new book celebrates a family-owned company that has flourished by preserving centuriesold crafts and techniques to both reproduce period textiles and design eclectic, contemporary creations. Pierre Frey fabrics, rugs, wall coverings, upholstered furniture, and home accessories appear here in rooms created by some of today's best-known interior designers. The company's proud tradition of quality and excellence draws from the past and always looks toward the future.

Styled Secrets for Arranging Rooms, from Tabletops to Bookshelves

Emily Henderson, photographs by David Tsay.(2015)

747 HEN

    


                                                                                                                                                                                                     

The stylist's genius is in making a space look inviting, personal, and unique. She often does this in just minutes, meaning that a small investment pays off with big rewards. Emily Henderson now draws the curtain on the interior stylist's secrets. This playful yet practical book features 1,000 highly visual, highly enviable, eminently doable ideas--more than any other decor book on the market. First up, Emily walks readers through her Stylist's Toolkit, which helps them discover their signature styles, talk like a stylist, and learn the styling process in 10 easy steps. Then, Emily takes us inside 25 homes, grouped into rooms and themes for the reader, revealing how to get your place ready for its close-up--and your long-term happiness--without it looking contrived. With advice on mixing patterns, visually balancing a space, and scoring great deals on furniture and accents, this is an irresistible inspiration resource for the interior decor enthusiast, as well as anyone looking for help styling a home.