Vitamin D3 illustration

Vitamin D3 illustrationPhaidon's 'Vitamin' series has long proved an extraordinarily accurate predictor of tomorrow's stars. This latest instalment is a cutting edge and indispensable survey of the very best of contemporary drawing, as chosen by a panel of the world's leading art experts. Over the past 50 years, drawing has been elevated from a supporting role to a primary medium, ranking alongside painting as a central art form. Since Phaidon's publication of the first

timeless furnishings

this book challenges readers' predispositions towards using a particular crayon for a particular object

Whether in a Manhattan skyscraper

and Florence Knoll

the book embraces the culinary traditions of all corners of the Cradle of Civilization

Robert Crumb

Step three: stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients to make the batter

contemporary artists have continued to explore drawing's possibilities – from intimate to large-scale works

Whether it's for a birthday

making this the perfect gift for both home cooks and architecture lovers

This keepsake children’s book explores emotions in a new and accessible way: through art

Modernist Icons is a captivating celebration of mid-century modern design