Art Made from Books: Altered, Sculpted, Carved, TransformedArtists around the world have lately been turning to their bookshelves for more than just a good read, opting to cut, paint, carve, stitch or otherwise transform the printed page into whole new beautiful, thought-provoking works of art. Art Made from Books is the definitive guide to this compelling art form, showcasing groundbreaking work by today's most showstopping practitioners. From Su Blackwell's whimsical pop-up landscapes to the stacked-book sculptures of Kylie Stillman, each portfolio celebrates the incredible creative diversity of the medium. A preface by pioneering artist Brian Dettmer and an introduction by design critic Alyson Kuhn round out the collection. |
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| Title | Art Made from Books: Altered, Sculpted, Carved, Transformed |
| Compiled by | Laura Heyenga |
| Contributors | Brian Dettmer, Alyson Kuhn |
| Publisher | Chronicle Books, 2013 |
| ISBN | 1452129460, 9781452129464 |
| Length | 176 pages |
| Subjects | › › Art / General Art / Individual Artists / Artists' Books Crafts & Hobbies / Papercrafts |
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