Take a walk down the Cannes Film Festival's memory lane with images captured by three generations of photographers. Cannes Cinema: A Visual History of the World's Greatest Cinema by Serge Toubiana depicts how a French seaside town transformed into an iconic film gala location. The home for cinematic legends is shown through the lens of the Traverso family with commentary from Cinematheque Francais director, Serge Toubiana. The author’s inside knowledge adds insight to over 600 photographs within the book fit for any cinephile.

$49

If there’s one fashion photographer who’s infamous for pushing the boundaries, Mario Testino is oh-so guilty. His latest book, Any Objections combines his portraits for Vogue, pictures of Madonna and Diana, Princess of Wales, and heart-warming shots for Gucci, to form a visual feast before the eyes. Each picture tells a thousand words with inspiring captions to help along the way, while his work reveals how he changed the genre of fashion photography.

$35

In a rendering of heart-warming dogs from the past, Magnum photographer, Elliott Erwitt, puts his humble collection on display in his latest book DogsDogs. In a collaboration of his much-loved snapshots of man’s best friend, Elliott Erwitt presents 500 inspiring photographs that are sure to inspire. Be transported to breath-taking shots of dogs jumping high into the air; with precious pups enjoying the wide open spaces. The witty captions tell the story behind the images, with horizontal and vertical shots to boot.

$19

10 selections of influential new artists, both young and old, hand picked by 10 of the most renowned curators. Discover contemporary artists who are well known, who have emerged over the recent past, who have set the standard. Creamier brings you the cream of the soup in this edition, by revealing 100 of the leading innovative artists.

$59

Music of Painting: Music, Modernism and the Visual Arts from the Romantics to John Cage examines the link between music and art after the birth and growth of the Modernist movement. Author Peter Vergo considers critical and philosophical sources in his study of this topic, leading to an inspiring discussion spanning across both art forms.

$95

Love your garden, but in need of some fresh new ideas for a makeover? Take a few pointers from The Garden Book by Phaidon, a rich collaborative of the most iconic gardens and landscapes from around the globe. In a comprehensive, easy-to-use format, 500 landscape artists showcase the inspiration behind their best work. With a glossary of the genres, periods and movements in a handy directory, The Garden Book comes complete with full-page illustrations and easy-to-follow guides. Discover the legendary gardens of Babylon and the fortresses of Chinese Emperors, teamed with fresh up-to-the-minute designs of today that will inspire any novice and experienced garden lover.

$16

Take a culinary journey into the world of Coco: 10 World-Leading Masters Choose 100 Contemporary Chefs, created by 10 of the most successful contemporary chefs. The culinary icons featured in the palatable publication include Ferran Adrià, Mario Batali, Shannon Bennett, Alain Ducasse, Fergus Henderson, Yoshihiro Murata, Gordon Ramsay, René Redzepi, Alice Waters and Jacky Yu. Sourcing help from the best emerging talent in the business, you’ll be hard-pressed to find another cookbook with as much insight about the best new restaurants, exciting cuisines and knowledge of the current food scene.

$39

Possessing over 50 simple, authentic recipes Tuscany is a celebration of the lineage of skill bred amongst the cypress trees and rolling hills of northern Italy’s most renowned gastronomic destination. Stories of local food traditions, producers, world-class wines and ingredients are accompanied by over 150 specially commissioned colour photographs to craft this unique voyage through one of the world’s most travelled food destinations.

$49

Your table at notoriously exclusive elBulli restaurant is secured with this behind-the-scenes look into the everyday workings of the world’s most famous restaurant and its owner – the master of molecular gastronomy – Ferran Adrià. Delve into the creative brain of this Spanish culinary maestro, in a book that reveals his methods, ideas and recipes, artfully bestowed upon the cooking devout in the form of hour-by-hour notes on the painstaking preparations of perfection, the secrets of spectacular dishes, and over 1,200 awe-inspiring colour photographs.

$49

Recipes from an Italian Summer offers you hundreds of Italian recipes for every time of day and for every occasion. With the exotic flavours of Italy from classic Italian ingredients as well as mouth-watering photography and illustrations, the book is a must-have for any Italian-food lover.

$49

In a celebration of West Indian cuisine mixed with the essence of French, Spanish and African dishes, Rozieres Babette De puts her collection of recipes on show with her book Creole. Packed with flavour, and bursting with originality, you’ll transform into an aspiring chef with over 160 recipes to choose from, from fish to refreshing frappes. Creole will take you on a culinary journey with bountiful, rich illustrations of her best masterpieces, teamed with inspiring tasty treats that will simply make your mouth water, and encourage you to explore your chefery skills in the kitchen.

$39

It's time to frock up! The Fashion Book takes an indulgent glimpse into the fashion world today. The complete A-Z reference guide unravels influential designers, such as Coco Chanel and Issey Miyake, along with renowned photographers, models, and designs that made their mark. Rich illustrations tell a story behind how each fashion has reflected the era, while techniques in the fashion business are explored. Available in a pocket-sized format, the biographical detail on both past and present designers will educate you on fashion movements over the turn of the century.

$35

From the poetically-named Bridge of Sighs to the grandiose façade of the Basilica di San Marco, the architecture of Venice is one of the most unique and artistic features of the former city state. Author Richard Goy, himself a practicing architect and part-time resident of Venice, disregards the dry chronological tour traditionally taken through design styles. Instead, he focuses on the various social, artistic, geographical and cultural influences that have shaped the domes and canals of Venice throughout its rich history. Venice: The City and Its Architecture is over 300 pages full of colour, interest and insight, with vibrant photographs, original floor plans, paintings, drawings and so much more, to capture your fancy and leave you wanting more.

$55

What to Cook and How to Cook It by Jane Hornby, from Penguin Books Australia, is step-by-step guide to create family favourites that any home culinary chef can follow. With instructive photos and descriptive recipes, the cookbook's scrumptious recipes have additional tips to rescue or adapt a dish with different ingredients suited to your taste buds. Any novice cook will enjoy having Jane as a sous chef as she focuses purely on simplicity and perfection in the kitchen.

$49

Celebrate the warming flavours and delicious simplicity of Spain’s most loved dish with Alberto Herraiz’s cookbook, Paella from Penguin Books Australia. The head chef’s first publication in English, Herraiz shares the basic technique to bring the perfect Paella to life whilst taking you on a tantalising tour of regional Spain. Made in an oven or BBQ, serve up sizzling seasonal variations such as Duck and Turnip Paella for a sumptuous summer fare.

$49

Master Italian cuisine and use fresh produce to cook with Vegetables from an Italian Garden from Penguin Books Australia. Learn how to make the most of seasonal veggies with the cookbook's helpful guide on how to maximise flavour and nutrition. From lunchtime Italian specials to delicious flavour packed dinners, Vegetables from an Italian Garden is the perfect food calendar for any home culinary chef.

$49

World renown head chef of elBulli reveals his recipes for the restaurant ‘family meal’ before each evening service. Family Meal: Home Cooking with Ferran Adria from Penguin Books Australia features 93 recipes with simple instructions, ideal for cooks of all experience levels. Liberally illustrated, Family Meal makes a stunning addition to any kitchen bookshelf.

$39

From rock legends to revered actors, supermodels to socialites, David Bailey has photographed the who’s who of the rich and famous over his prolific career. Starting out as a fashion photographer in London in the 1960s, Bailey quickly became one of the most recognised photographers of the time – just as famous of some of the personalities he immortalised on film. David Bailey: Look by Jackie Higgins offers a comprehensive look at the photographer’s successful career and showcases a selection of his most iconic works – including portraits of The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and Andy Warhol – and previously unpublished shots. With an opening essay that explores Bailey’s role in revolutionising fashion and portrait photography, his sharp, pared-back shooting style, his rockstar-style life away from the camera and the stories behind each of the shots featured in the book, David Bailey: Look is a must-read for all fashion and photography enthusiasts.

$14

Iconic fashion photographer Guy Bourdin was more than in vogue, he was in French Vogue, for over 30 years. Renowned for his risqué images of glamorous high-end designs, his work changed the shape of fashion photography as we know it. With over 55 images, each taking a close look at the inspiration behind the designs, Guy Bourdin explores the cultural and artistic influences of the photographer’s reign, and how they effected his work. Never-before-seen images – along with famous classics such as Charles Jourdan and Dior shots – combine with some of Bourdin’s French Vogue work to make up this epic tome. Author Alison Gingeras’s introduction to the artist’s work is a fine addition to the fashion photography collection.

$14

Area 2 is a carefully put together work with the critiques and opinions of contemporary seminal graphics from 10 of the leading designers and critics. A kaleidoscope of creatives from Ruedi Baur in Paris to Saki Mafundikwa of Zimbabwe share their views, beliefs and favourite emerging talents. An ideal gift for that niece or nephew contemplating a career in design or that grand uncle who prides on being an artsy aficionado.

$89

Whether you’re an emerging architect yourself, or just an avid fan of the art form, The Phaidon Atlas of 21st Century World Architecture is an invaluable resource that you simply can’t do without. The atlas features over 1000 buildings constructed since the beginning of this century, complete with a short essay describing the design and construction of each one. Full colour photographs, architectural plans and detailed drawings also accompany every entry, adding interest to the wealth of information already provided. Explore local and global trends from six different world regions in this accolade to modern architectural genius.

$200

Phaidon Atlas of 21st Century World Architecture: Travel Edition is the perfect pocket-sized travel companion. Condensed, but still containing all your essential information, the travel edition is ideal for your architecture education. Featuring over 1000 buildings, 50 of which are new projects, the book is clearly current and up-to-date.

$29

Indulge in a tasty collection of treats hailing from the renowned Rose Bakery - a small Anglo-French restaurant tucked away in Paris, France. Breakfast, Lunch, Tea is filled with 100 of the Rose Carrarini's most popular recipes to spice up your culinary life. The master pastry chef and proud Rose Bakery owner has filled the pages of the palate pleasing book with images showcasing the featured desserts and decadent shop interior. The sweet addition to your bookshelf or kitchen is sure to have a treat for even the fussiest of taste buds.

$39

Phaidon Design Classics 3 Volume Set journeys chronologically through history via design classics. Ideal as a gift for anyone interested in design, the collection spans across inventions from the clothes peg to the ‘brunch set’. Featuring three volumes of insightful observations on a broad range of designs, the collection is not only inspiring, but also historical.

$200