Biographies, Autobiographies & Memoirs / Artists, Architects, Photographers

Simms and his team’s meticulous work are proof positive that well-built social housing can add immensely to the tone and style of a city. His work remains a touchstone and an inspiration.

From humble beginnings in Romania, Josef Cretzan became one of the most accomplished glass blowers of the twentieth century.

This revised paperback edition updates the first full-length biography of one of Ireland’s leading artists, Harry Kernoff. Kevin O’Connor provides a revealing look at this extraordinary artist, emphasising his humanity, his art, and his prolific output.

A fascinating work of social history which places the life and career of John Squire, a very influential figure in the musical life of several towns in south-west England and south Wales, in context to give a history of classical music-making in provincial Victorian Britain.

Helen Bellany, twice married to the artist John Bellany, recalls their lives together in Scotland, London, and Italy, John’s rise from rebellious art student to internationally recognised artist, and the human cost inherent in creating great art.

Based on the RTÉ documentary, 'Shooting the Darkness', this landmark book presents the stories of 7 photographers whose images captured the most important events of the Troubles. They talk about the photographs they took – how they got the shot; what it cost them to take the photograph; and reflect on whether it was worth it.

Patrick Scott is, without a doubt, one of Ireland's most significant exponents of pure abstraction art and now, as he reaches his 87th year, Liberties Press celebrates his career with this stunning...

An authentic biography of the Welsh artist.