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Discover the essence of creativity with 'It Speaks To Me: Art That Inspires Artists,' an extraordinary illustrated collection that invites you into the minds of fifty contemporary artists. Each intriguing interview explores the artworks that deeply resonate with these renowned creators, allowing you to embark on a personal journey through some of the world’s most celebrated museums.
Within this beautifully bound hardback edition (dimensions 190 x 235 mm), you’ll find 168 pages brimming with inspiration. Authors and artists like David Hockney, Ai Weiwei, and Judy Chicago share their insights and reflections on pivotal artworks, from iconic masterpieces to hidden gems. Delve into Shirin Neshat's thoughts on Alice Neel or experience Marina Abramovic's connection to Umberto Boccioni.
This collection not only highlights artworks that captivate the imagination but also serves as a compelling reminder of the universal language of art. Each narrative is a celebration of creativity and the collective human experience that transcends borders and time. It's perfect for artists, art lovers, or anyone seeking inspiration in their daily lives. The intimate conversations reveal why we engage with art: to ignite our own passions and stimulate our creative spirits.
Published on 17-05-2019 by DelMonico Books, this book is not just a read; it’s a journey through art that inspires artists every day. Plus, shopping with us ensures you have access to local stock in New Zealand, avoiding any unexpected import charges, customs duties, or taxes. We are more than happy to combine shipping for your convenience!
CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 190 x 235 mm
Pages: 168
Bind: hardback
Author: Jori Finkel Publisher: DelMonico Books
Publication Date: 17-05-2019
n this beautifully illustrated collection of interviews, fifty contemporary artists discuss the artworks that inspire them from museums around the world. Imagine your favorite artist leading you through a museum to the very work of art they can't stop thinking about. That's the experience at the heart of It Speaks to Me. In lively and intimate interviews, 50 acclaimed artists share the compelling details that make an artwork memorable and meaningful to them. Highlights include: David Hockney on Edgar Degas, Shirin Neshat on Alice Neel, Marina Abramovic on Umberto Boccioni, Ai Weiwei on a Shang Dynasty jade, Nick Cave on Jasper Johns, Judy Chicago on Agnes Pelton, Luc Tuymans on van Eyck, and Gillian Wearing on Rembrandt. Together these artists bring to life a wide range of museum pieces, from celebrated masterpieces to little-known gems, or from a Rembrandt self-portrait to a 21st-century social-protest drawing. In the process they remind us of why we look at art at all: to share in the spark of creativity that can jump from an artwork across countries and centuries and to experience the extraordinary sensation of being inspired.
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.
Within this beautifully bound hardback edition (dimensions 190 x 235 mm), you’ll find 168 pages brimming with inspiration. Authors and artists like David Hockney, Ai Weiwei, and Judy Chicago share their insights and reflections on pivotal artworks, from iconic masterpieces to hidden gems. Delve into Shirin Neshat's thoughts on Alice Neel or experience Marina Abramovic's connection to Umberto Boccioni.
This collection not only highlights artworks that captivate the imagination but also serves as a compelling reminder of the universal language of art. Each narrative is a celebration of creativity and the collective human experience that transcends borders and time. It's perfect for artists, art lovers, or anyone seeking inspiration in their daily lives. The intimate conversations reveal why we engage with art: to ignite our own passions and stimulate our creative spirits.
Published on 17-05-2019 by DelMonico Books, this book is not just a read; it’s a journey through art that inspires artists every day. Plus, shopping with us ensures you have access to local stock in New Zealand, avoiding any unexpected import charges, customs duties, or taxes. We are more than happy to combine shipping for your convenience!
CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 190 x 235 mm
Pages: 168
Bind: hardback
Author: Jori Finkel Publisher: DelMonico Books
Publication Date: 17-05-2019
n this beautifully illustrated collection of interviews, fifty contemporary artists discuss the artworks that inspire them from museums around the world. Imagine your favorite artist leading you through a museum to the very work of art they can't stop thinking about. That's the experience at the heart of It Speaks to Me. In lively and intimate interviews, 50 acclaimed artists share the compelling details that make an artwork memorable and meaningful to them. Highlights include: David Hockney on Edgar Degas, Shirin Neshat on Alice Neel, Marina Abramovic on Umberto Boccioni, Ai Weiwei on a Shang Dynasty jade, Nick Cave on Jasper Johns, Judy Chicago on Agnes Pelton, Luc Tuymans on van Eyck, and Gillian Wearing on Rembrandt. Together these artists bring to life a wide range of museum pieces, from celebrated masterpieces to little-known gems, or from a Rembrandt self-portrait to a 21st-century social-protest drawing. In the process they remind us of why we look at art at all: to share in the spark of creativity that can jump from an artwork across countries and centuries and to experience the extraordinary sensation of being inspired.
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.