At the heart of this publication is one of the most popular works: the monumental paper cut-out The Parakeet and the Mermaid (1952-1953).This iconic artwork is presented alongside other cut-outs, book design by Matisse, rarely-exhibited works in fabric and stained glass inspired by them. Matisse sought the most perfect possible union between shape and colour.He depicted Eastern nudes, colourful fabrics, carpets, potted plants, and idyllic landscapes. This major publication reveals that, until his death, Matisse sought to evoke a bright, joyous simplicity with the minimum of means.Published on the occasion of the exhibition The Oasis of Matisse at Stedelijk Museum, Amsterdam, 27 March - 16 August 2015.

David Lynch is best known for his work as a filmmaker, directing some of the most iconic movies in American history. His output as a visual artist is less widely known. This revelatory book brings together some of the most striking examples of Lynch's paintings, drawings, photographs, installations, film stills, and sculptures. Many of these works reveal the dark underpinnings behind Lynch's often macabre films and television series. Others explore his fascination with texture and collage. Edited by Stijn Huijts and introduced by David Lynch's biographer, Krinstine McKenna, along with insightful texts by Michael Chabon and Petra Giloy-Hirtz. This book reveals an unexplored facet of Lynch's oeuvre and affirms that he is as brilliant a visual artist as he is a filmmaker.