Art Meets Science

Art Meets Science is a non-fiction imprint with a unique vision. With a focus on heritage material, our mission is to showcase the extraordinary intersection where the worlds of science and art meet, uncovering the beauty and significance of both disciplines.

Tracing the evolution of science and art over the centuries, each exquisitely illustrated title is carefully selected and curated from notable texts in their fields, all of which left an indelible mark on our collective knowledge.

By publishing inspiring books that explore the boundless wonders of human intellect and artistic expression, Art Meets Science showcases some of the pivotal works of cultural history meticulously preserved for future generations to enjoy.

The Latest Release from Art Meets Science

Jinta Hirayama's Japanese Firework Illustrations

.しばらくは闇のともしを花火哉

shibaraku wa yami no tomoshi wo hanabi kana

for a moment

our darkness is lit…

fireworks

—Kobayashi Issa (1763–1828)

Captured in a collection of traditional Japanese woodblock illustrations, this new release reframes fireworks not simply as entertainment but as objects of craftsmanship, design, and cultural significance.

These fireworks designs are the product of the nineteenth-century fireworks master, Jinta Hirayama, and his business: The Hirayama Fireworks Company. Capturing the blossoming art of pyrotechny in traditionally crafted Japanese design, this stunning collection Ukiyo-e prints invite a deeper appreciation of fireworks as a study in art and chemical innovation.

Explore Hirayama’s remarkable archive of designs, and add this richly illustrated volume to your own collection, now available through our website.