Here you’ll find a list of books, websites, and other resources that have influenced my artistic journey and research into equestrian art and the Ukiyo-e tradition. For resources for dance please visit The Dance History Gallery curated by Alkis Raftis.
Articles
- 3 Free Inspirational Books For Illustrating Japanese-style Waves
Access three inspirational books on Japanese-style waves for free through the Internet Archive.
Books about Ukiyo-e
- Japanese Woodblock Prints
Andreas Marks
The author’s explanations add depth to the prints, and the short bios are valuable reference points. Each artwork has been written about with cultural context in mind.
- Ukiyo-e: A Relaxing Journey Through Japan’s Artistic History
Joseph Jensen
Essentially a colouring book with a brief history of Ukiyo-e.
Websites
- Japanese Woodblock Print Search
Ukiyo-e Search is a platform that enables users to search for Japanese woodblock prints by uploading images or pasting URLs. It hosts over 223,891 prints and plans to enhance its search features with more data and images in the future.
Equestrian Art & Movement