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500 Handmade Books: Inspiring Interpretations of a Timeless Form (500 Series)
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MSRP: $24.95
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Manufacturer: Lark Books
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Additional 500 Handmade Books: Inspiring Interpretations of a Timeless Form (500 Series) Information
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Interest in bookbinding and the related arts has exploded in the past decade, inspiring artists to explore the unlimited possibilities of the form—and delighting collectors, crafters, and gallery owners. Lark’s Cover to Cover has been a bestseller for more than ten years, and this new and provocative on-the-page gallery, richly illustrated with hundreds of breathtaking photographs, will appeal to that same large and discerning audience. They’ll appreciate the artistry of a finely tooled leather cover, embellished with traditional gold-leaf lettering; the intricacy of an exotic Ethiopian binding with a show-stopping open spine; and others that resemble mysterious puzzle boxes, or that curl, hang, and swirl. The sublimely talented contributors all put their finest work on display: Jeanne Germani’s Cloudspeak showcases her own handmade papers, made from such varied materials as recycled denim, thistle, and other plant matter. Chris Bivin’s codex-style volume features curious, tiny, found objects. One of Laura Wait’s untitled pieces utilizes a handsome raised-cord binding to connect a pair of stained-cedar covers with abstract aluminum letterforms attached.
The entire collection is juried by the esteemed Steve Miller.
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What Customers Say About 500 Handmade Books: Inspiring Interpretations of a Timeless Form (500 Series):
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I have yet to venture into bookbinding but "500 Handmade Books" has given me great inspiration and the visuals to get me started when I'm ready to dive into this awesome art form. Not only have I enjoyed the visual delight of perusing the fabulous artists work featured inside but I've also found great inspiration between the pages. Great book for all of us artsy book lovers. A plethora of beautiful and diverse handmade books. If art and books are your cup of tea, you can't go wrong with this great book.
There are no pages wasted on how-to's or long, boring explanations. This book is jam packed with truly excellent examples of beautiful handmade books from some of the best artists in the world. Just nice large photos and short credits/descriptions of beautiful books. I waited so long for the bookstores to get this book back in and finally I got it. It was every bit worth the wait.
A Book I will have in my reach always. This is a wonderfully inspiring reference to own.
If you want a "How to" book on the subject of making books look elsewhere, but if you want to see what can be accomplished this is the first book you should buy. This is a great book for anyone who wants to see what can be accomplished by book making artists.
Of all the 500 series books by Lark, Handmade Books is one of my favorites. I thrive on it. This book is so full of color, creativity, design, craftsmanship, fun and beauty. As a bead artist and occassional maker of handmade books, I crave this kind of inspiration.
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