3dtotal Publishing

ublisher : IMPACT Books; Illustrated edition (May 24, 2013)
Language : English
Hardcover : 160 pages
ISBN-10 : 1440325243
ISBN-13 : 978-1440325243
Item Weight : 1.95 pounds
Dimensions : 8.56 x 0.7 x 11.14 inches

For millennia historians, artists and scientists have chronicled their ideas and discoveries of mythological and magical monsters in encyclopedias known as bestiaries. From Asia to America, Japan to the jungles of South Africa, the vast menagerie of exotic and legendary creatures has populated the imaginations of all cultures for centuries.

Beautifully illustrated and fantastically detailed, Dracopedia: The Bestiary is a modern, but no less unsettling reimagining of the ancient version. It is an A-to-Z artist's guide to animals of the legendary world. Some, like the griffin and yeti, may be familiar to you. Others--like the enigmatic questing beast and ferocious manticore--may seem new and strange. Some may even haunt your dreams. Inside the bestiary, you will find:

• Secrets of each animal's evolution--origins, habitat, anatomy, diet and more.
• Fantastic illustrations created using pencil sketches and digital coloring.
• Four-stage demonstrations taking you from concept and design to under-painting and finishing details.


By drawing on the forms and features of more pedestrian animals, you'll learn how to give shape to the bizarre creatures that roam the depths of your imagination, adding to the bestiary of the ages.

Publisher : IMPACT Books; Illustrated edition (September 24, 2009)
Language : English
Hardcover : 160 pages
ISBN-10 : 1600613152
ISBN-13 : 978-1600613159
Item Weight : 1.92 pounds
Dimensions : 8.43 x 0.7 x 11.14 inches

Fantasy artists can now breathe easier thanks to this less perilous alternative to drawing dragons from life. Dracopedia offers you safe, easy access to the world's most prominent dragon species, from tiny, innocuous feydragons to the ferocious wyvern.

For years, artist William O'Connor has traveled the globe, studying dragons in their natural environments. His findings, field notes and sketches have been compiled for the first time into this single, beautifully illustrated compendium--a natural and cultural history of the beasts as well as a step-by-step drawing workshop.

• Details of the anatomy, behavior, habitats and legends of 13 major dragon families
• Heavily illustrated with field sketches, anatomical studies and gesture drawings
• Shows the start-to-finish creation of 13 striking paintings, illustrating key concepts that apply to every medium
• Dragon demonstrations include: amphiptere, Arctic dragon, Asian dragon, basilisk, coatyl, dragon, dragonette, drake, feydragon, hydra, sea orc, wyrm, wyvern
Dragons have terrorized and delighted humans for centuries--continue the tradition with Dracopedia. It's packed with inspiration for putting "fierce" into your fantasy art, as well as the facts to keep your dragons true to life.

Publisher : IMPACT Books; Illustrated edition (June 26, 2012)
Language : English
Hardcover : 160 pages
ISBN-10 : 144031067X
ISBN-13 : 978-1440310676
Item Weight : 2 pounds
Dimensions : 8.56 x 0.68 x 11.13 inches

Creatures of great beauty and terrible ferocity, dragons have been featured and revered for centuries. Of the thousand-plus species still in existence, none have inspired more folklore and artistic awe than the eight species of Great Dragons. Within these pages, these fire-breathing monsters of legend - the rock stars of the dragon world - come to life through the work of artist and adventurer William O'Connor.

Not since the original Dracopedia has there been such a beautifully illustrated and meticulously researched guide on the subject, with special focus on the distinctive features of each species - from the broad horns of the Icelandic white dragon to the elaborate neck frills of the Ligurian gray. Based on the author's expeditions to sanctuaries around the globe and consults with prominent regional experts, Dracopedia The Great Dragons presents never-before assembled facts and instruction to help you capture the heart-beating grandeur of these magnificent monsters. Inside, find everything you need to know to capture the essence of your favorite dragons through your artwork:

• Learn about the habits, anatomy and natural history of 8 fierce and fantastic dragons
• Each profile features sketches, drawings and start-to-finish creation of a stunning artwork, illustrating key concepts that apply to any medium
• Discover special techniques for achieving dramatic lighting effects, powerful compositions and the incredible sculptural forms and textures of dragons
• Includes a gallery of dragons and a foldout comparison poster

Publisher : Blizzard Entertainment (December 8, 2020)
Language: : English
Hardcover : 244 pages
ISBN-10 : 1945683643
ISBN-13 : 978-1945683640
Reading age : 12 years and up
Item Weight : 4.2 pounds
Dimensions : 1 x 10 x 11.5 inches

Starting with the announcement trailer in 2014, Overwatch’s award-winning cinematics captured the hearts of millions across the world, introducing them to a hopeful science-fiction world where heroes are needed.
Crafting these animated shorts required the Blizzard cinematics team to explore new ways of animated film making with a bold new art style, more frequent releases, and intimate collaboration with the game team. The Cinematic Art of Overwatch chronicles this journey, featuring never-before-seen art and anecdotes that illustrate how Overwatch's richly imagined characters and world were brought to life through cinematic storytelling.

Publisher : 3DTotal Publishing (September 10, 2019)
Language: : English
Paperback : 104 pages
ISBN-10 : 1909414824
ISBN-13 : 978-1909414822
Item Weight : 1.15 pounds
Dimensions : 8.2 x 0.4 x 10.6 inches

Character Design Quarterly (CDQ) is a lively, creative magazine bringing inspiration, expert insights, and leading techniques from professional illustrators, artists, and character art enthusiasts worldwide. Each issue provides detailed tutorials on creating diverse characters enabling you to explore the processes and decision making that go into creating amazing characters. Learn new ways to develop your own ideas, and discover from the artists what it is like to work for top studios such as Disney, Warner Bros., and DreamWorks. Produced to a very high standard, Character Design Quarterly is a great source of inspiration that can be kept and referred to throughout your future character design endeavors. Popular character designers from around the world share their work and years of experience through illuminating interviews and features, while short tips articles provide refreshing training in tackling key aspects of creating involving and imaginative characters. Every issue of Character Design Quarterly brings an entertaining installment of inspiration and information about this wide-ranging, growing field of creativity.

Publisher : 3DTotal Publishing (September 10, 2019)
Language: : English
Paperback : 104 pages
ISBN-10 : 1909414824
ISBN-13 : 978-1909414822
Item Weight : 1.15 pounds
Dimensions : 8.2 x 0.4 x 10.6 inches

Character Design Quarterly (CDQ) is a lively, creative magazine bringing inspiration, expert insights, and leading techniques from professional illustrators, artists, and character art enthusiasts worldwide. Each issue provides detailed tutorials on creating diverse characters enabling you to explore the processes and decision making that go into creating amazing characters. Learn new ways to develop your own ideas, and discover from the artists what it is like to work for top studios such as Disney, Warner Bros., and DreamWorks. Produced to a very high standard, Character Design Quarterly is a great source of inspiration that can be kept and referred to throughout your future character design endeavors. Popular character designers from around the world share their work and years of experience through illuminating interviews and features, while short tips articles provide refreshing training in tackling key aspects of creating involving and imaginative characters. Every issue of Character Design Quarterly brings an entertaining installment of inspiration and information about this wide-ranging, growing field of creativity.

Publisher : Future Press Verlag und Marketing GmbH (December 7, 2020)
Language: : English
Hardcover : 288 pages
ISBN-10 : 386993106X
Item Weight : 3.62 pounds
Dimensions : 11.18 x 1.1 x 8.82 inches

Ori and the Will of the Wisps is one of those rare games that simply requires an art book; it is an exercise in pushing the boundaries of how beautiful a videogame can be. Its characters, environments and cinematics are industry-leading in their visual splendour and artistic direction--the world of Niwen is both cohesive and full of contrast, and the vast collection of concept art that birthed it is every bit as beautiful as you'd expect.

Future Press is proud to present The Art of Ori and the Will of the Wisps, a premium, art book, focused entirely on the wonderful concept art, sketches and storyboards that resulted in the creation of a true modern masterpiece. Each piece is accompanied by commentary from the artists at Moon Studios, and the book includes an in-depth interview with the game's artistic leads that makes for an enlightening journey through the game's development.

■ Limited Edition with a premium hardcover
■ Printed on high quality soft touch art paper
■ Thread-sewn binding for maximum page view and durability
■ More than 500 artworks in full size
■ The world of Ori as you have never seen it before

ASIN : 1452101426
Publisher : Chronicle Books; Illustrated edition (May 30, 2012)
Language: : English
Hardcover : 160 pages
ISBN-10 : 9781452101422
Reading age : 18 years and up
Item Weight : 2.49 pounds
Dimensions : 9.5 x 0.75 x 11.5 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #46,545 in Books (See

Brave is Pixar's thirteenth feature film, but it marks two big firsts for the award-winning animation studio. It's Pixar's first feature film driven by a female lead and its first set in an ancient historical period. Against a backdrop of castles, forests, and highlands, Brave follows the fiery Merida as she clashes with the duty of her royal life and embarks on a journey through the rugged landscape of the dark ages of Scotland. At once epic and intimate, the latest Pixar masterpiece weaves a story of magic, danger, and adventure and the fierce bonds of family.
Featuring behind-the-scenes interviews with the film's many artists and filmmakers, The Art of Brave showcases the gorgeous concept art that went into the making of this movie, including color scripts, storyboards, character studies, environment art, sculpts, and more. A Foreword by Brenda Chapman and Mark Andrews, the film's directors, and a preface by Chief Creative Officer John Lasseter shed light on the creation of this landmark film.

Publisher : Thames & Hudson; 1st edition (November 17, 2020)
Language: : English
Hardcover : 256 pages
ISBN-10 : 0500294526
Item Weight : 3.09 pounds
Dimensions : 8.8 x 1.2 x 11.4 inches

Anime has been influencing cinema, literature, comic books, and video games around the world for decades. Part of what makes anime so popular are the memorable and breathtakingly detailed worlds designed by the creators, from futuristic cities of steel to romantic rural locales. Anime Architecture presents the fantastic environments created by the most important and revered directors and illustrators of Japanese animated films, such as Hideaki Anno, Koji Morimoto, and Mamoru Oshii.

Unprecedented access to vast studio archives of original background paintings, storyboards, drafts, and film excerpts offers readers a privileged view into the earliest stages of conception, development, and finished versions of iconic scenes from critically acclaimed movies such as Akira, Ghost in the Shell, Metropolis, and more. Revealing the secret creative processes of these major anime studios, Anime Architecture is perfect for anyone touched by the beauty and imagination of classic anime, offering inspiration for artists, illustrators, architects, designers, video game makers, and dreamers.

400 color illustrations

Publisher : Blizzard Entertainment (November 24, 2020)
Language: : English
Hardcover : 144 pages
ISBN-10 : 1950366278
ISBN-13 : 978-1950366279
Reading age : 13 years and up
Item Weight : 1.4 pounds
Dimensions : 7.75 x 1 x 10 inches

For over a quarter of a century, Warcraft and World of Warcraft players have been treated to a treasure trove of artifacts, gear, weaponry, and trinkets of both awe and amusement. Now players can get an in-depth look at the items they have collected…and the fearsome powers they hold.

From the shining towers of Silvermoon to the sulfurous Blackrock Mountain to the white stone castles of Stormwind, the Eastern Kingdoms are vast and full of wonder. Every corner of the majestic isle contains countless stories, treasures, and more than a few secrets that some would prefer stay buried. Follow Spymaster Mathias Shaw and Captain Flynn Fairwind on an expedition across the Eastern Kingdoms for king and country as they chronicle its history and catalog the weapons, armor, and powers untold that are scattered across this sprawling dominion. Penned by New York Times bestselling author and Blizzard Entertainment writer Christie Golden, Exploring Azeroth: The Eastern Kingdoms is your first step on a truly remarkable journey across the beloved lands of Azeroth

Publisher : 3DTotal Publishing (October 20, 2020)
Language: : English
Paperback : 320 pages
ISBN-10 : 1912843234
ISBN-13 : 978-1912843237
Item Weight : 2.15 pounds
Dimensions : 8.5 x 1 x 9.25 inches

Enter the vivid world of manga and anime art, with its unique aesthetic and unmistakably rendered characters. The latest in the popular Sketching from the Imagination series, Anime captures the work of 50 artists as they put their own spin on this intriguing style and share the inspiration, processes, and techniques that brought their imaginary manga creations to life.

Grade level : 7 - 9
Item Weight : 1.75 pounds
Hardcover : 112 pages
ISBN-10 : 1421514087
ISBN-13 : 978-1421514086
Dimensions : 8.25 x 0.6 x 11.63 inches

A second art book featuring the characters from the top-selling and award-winning manga series, Fullmetal Alchemist. Includes original color artwork from creator, Hiromu Arakawa--each illustration presented in sequential order with commentary from Arakawa himself. Also included are nine pages of detailed character designs for the FMA PS2 video game, plus two pages of brand new manga. Wow!

Item Weight : 1.9 pounds
Hardcover : 156 pages
ISBN-13 : 978-1683839781
Product dimensions : 12 x 0.7 x 6 inches
Publisher : Insight Editions; Illustrated edition (October 20, 2020)
Language: : English

"Wallace’s strong grasp of the mythos of this universe will satisfy the die-hard Star Wars fan and serve as a fine introduction to those taking a first-time dive into one of pop culture’s most important creations." –The Washington Post

"This book is a bonanza for fans, cosplayers, and prop builders who always wanted to get an up close and personal look at lightsabers seen in the Star Wars saga." – SyFy Wire

"With the holidays approaching, this would make an excellent gift for any Star Wars fan in your home and extended family. It’s one of the most exquisite books I’ve had the honor of reviewing" – WookieRadio

"Each and every page in this book is absolutely beautiful!" – Anakin and His Angel

"It’s one of the most beautiful books I’ve had the pleasure of reviewing" – SWNN

Star Wars: The Lightsaber Collection is a comprehensive visual guide exploring the iconic and legendary lightsabers found within the Star Wars galaxy, featuring fan-favorite hilts from the Skywalker saga, Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Star Wars Rebels, comics, novels, and video games.

• Own the definitive lightsaber guide. This book features the hilts of characters such as Darth Vader, Darth Maul, Yoda, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Mace Windu, Luke Skywalker, Leia Organa, Kylo Ren, Rey, Ahsoka Tano, and more. Learn about the creation and history of lightsabers from all of Star Wars, including Darth Maul’s double-bladed saber and the Darksaber.

• Discover never before seen art and illustrations. Featuring photo-realistic renders of lightsabers from Star Wars animation and comics, including Ezra Bridger’s blaster-saber hybrid, the Grand Inquisitor’s spinning blades, and a new lightsaber from The High Republic, this book is a must-have for Star Wars fans.

Item Weight : 1.85 pounds
Hardcover : 144 pages
ISBN-13 : 978-1683838043
Product dimensions : 7.75 x 0.8 x 10 inches
Publisher : Insight Editions; Illustrated edition (October 27, 2020)

The ultimate in-world companion book to one of the biggest video game releases of 2020, Watch Dogs: Legion.

In a near-future London threatened by state surveillance, private military, and organized crime, the only way to rise up is to recruit everyone into the Resistance. This in-world book gathers the investigative work of an American reporter on the ground in London, perfectly poised to report on the fight to take back the city, even as the very forces he’s investigating threaten to encircle him.

Explore the world of Watch Dogs: Legion with illustrated research files that provide an overview of key aspects of the game’s universe, including detailed profiles on the transformed city of London and its boroughs, factions, vehicles, weapons, technology, and more.

Packed with immersive text and exclusive artwork, this book is the definitive guide to the lore of Watch Dogs: Legion.

© 2020 Ubisoft Entertainment. All rights reserved. Watch Dogs Legion®, the
Fox logo, Ubisoft and the Ubisoft logo are trademarks of Ubisoft Entertainment
in the U.S. and/or other countries.

Item Weight : 3.26 pounds
Hardcover : 512 pages
ISBN-10 : 3836582635
ISBN-13 : 978-3836582636
Product Dimensions : 6.5 x 1.57 x 8.82 inches
Publisher : TASCHEN; Anniversary edition (August 8, 2020)
Reading level : 12 and up
Language: : English

From the legendary Tank Girl to live-action animations with Gorillaz, a Chinese contemporary opera to an exhibition at the Saatchi Gallery, artist Jamie Hewlett is one of the most energetic figures of contemporary pop culture.

With influences ranging from hip hop to zombie slasher movies, Hewlett emerged in the mid-1990s as co-creator of the zeitgeist-defining Tank Girl comic. With then-roommate Damon Albarn, he went on to create the groundbreaking cartoon band Gorillaz. The award-winning virtual pop group of animated characters is a truly global phenomenon. Gorillaz have topped charts around the world, toured the globe from San Diego to Syria, and picked up hundreds of millions of streams and record sales along the way.

Since then, Hewlett has continued to collaborate with Albarn on projects including an elaborate staging of the Chinese novel Monkey: Journey to the West by Wu Cheng’en, complete with circus acrobats, Shaolin monks, and Chinese singers. In 2006, he was named Designer of the Year by the Design Museum in London, and in 2009, Hewlett and Albarn won a BAFTA for their animated Monkey sequence for the Beijing Olympic Games. In 2015 The Suggestionists, an exhibition of prints at the Saatchi Gallery in London, demonstrated an exciting new direction in Hewlett’s practice.

This special edition celebrating TASCHEN’s 40th anniversary updates Hewlett’s first major monograph with around 30 brand new pieces. The book illustrates his thrilling creative journey with more than 400 artworks from the Tank Girl era through Gorillaz and up to the present day. Through stories, characters, strips, and sketches, we trace Hewlett’s exceptional capacity for invention and celebrate a polymath artist who refuses to rest on his laurels, or to be pigeonholed into a particular practice.

About the series

TASCHEN turns 40 this year! Since we started our work as cultural archaeologists in 1980, TASCHEN has become synonymous with accessible publishing, helping bookworms around the world curate their own library of art, anthropology, and aphrodisia at an unbeatable price. In 2020, we celebrate 40 years of incredible books by staying true to our company credo. The 40 series presents new editions of some of the stars of our program―now more compact, friendly in price, and still realized with the same commitment to impeccable production.

Item Weight : 1.45 pounds
ISBN-10 : 4756246567
Tankobon Softcover : 224 pages
ISBN-13 : 978-4756246561
Product Dimensions : 7.1 x 0.9 x 8.3 inches
Publisher : PIE International; Bilingual edition (August 4, 2020)
Language: : Japanese

About Ashley Wood’s digital oil paintings:
First he draws a sketch with a thick black marker. Then he scans the sketch and draws it digitally. Then he prints it out on a large canvas and does the oil painting on top of the print-out. After scanning the oil painting, he adjusts the details digitally. He does this several times until he feels the art work is finished. This combination of oil painting and digital drawing is the foundation of his iconic style and is respected from many artists around the world.