Posts tagged Book Bust
Book Bust: Gord Peteran: Furniture Meets its Maker
14 years ago
Gord Peteran is an artist known for his furnitural sculpture, which is a distinct line between furniture design and sculpture. The New York Times said, “Viewed against the background of traditional craftsmanship his works may be surprising, but in the context of contemporary art they are tame.” Gord Peteran released a book titled, “Furniture Meets its Maker” which was also the title of his exhibition touring museums around North America all year, 2009.
Red China
Electric Chair
A Table Made of Wood in White
Book Bust: McQueen’s Machines
14 years ago
McQueen’s Machines $26.95 is a look at Hollywood-legend Steve McQueen’s love of motorcycles and cars. McQueen made movies best remembered for their car chases, motorcycle dashes, and hair-raising races. Throughout the years, no one forgets the man at the wheel, Steve McQueen, aka the King of Cool. No other Hollywood star has been so closely linked with cars and bikes. This 176 page book features cars, motorcycles, and even airplanes that McQueen owned over the years. Written by Matt Stone; with foreward from Steve McQueen’s son, Chad McQueen.
If your dad happens to own 2 Harley Davidsons, 1 car, 2 trucks, 1 para-plane, 1 cigarette boat, 1 pontoon, 3 ATVs, and 3 snowmobiles, like my dad, then this book might be a perfect Holiday gift for him! And dad, now that I’ve written down all the toy’s you own (and maybe even missed a few), I understand why living in rural Minnesota works out so well for you!
Playboy: Helmut Newton’s Photography Book
15 years ago
Following Playboy’s celebrated fiftieth anniversary comes the retrospective Playboy: Helmut Newton. Newton is one of the 20th century’s most influential photographers. Renowned for his carefully composed, almost cinematic shots, Newton’s signature style makes for a dramatic counterpoint to the Playboy nudes known the world over. Collected between the book covers are more than 150 photographs. With a foreword by Hugh M. Hefner, an introduction by celebrated writer Walter Abish, and an afterword by Playboy’s director of photography for the past 30 years, Gary Cole, Playboy: Helmut Newton is the definitive book of Newton nudes.
Burned Books by Scott Campbell
15 years ago
Scott Campbell is a Brooklyn based artists who is known for his intricate, sought-after tattoos. He’s now entering the home decor industry with laser-cut books.
Campbell burns vintage hardcovers (the titles vary) with the image of an elaborate skull or flowering rose, both common themes in his tattoo art. The result is an exotic accent for your coffee table or bookshelf.
Book Bust: Louis Vuitton: Art, Fashion and Architecture
15 years ago
The French Fashion House Louis Vuitton has entered the publishing world with this anthology of collaborations with elite artists, architects, designers, and photographers, including Frank Gehry, Zaha Hadid, David LaChapelle, Annie Leibovitz, Takashi Murakami (whose updated LV monogram is featured on the cover), Richard Prince and Stephen Sprouse.
The book is divided alphabetically so as to serve as a sort of encyclopedia of the many collaborations, commissions and sponsorships Vuitton, a cornerstone of the LVMH luxury goods empire, has engaged in. For sale on Amazon ($85)
Book Bust: The Little Guide to Vintage Shopping
15 years ago
You already knew that vintage shopping offers couture quality at a fraction of the price, but how do you know what’s worth buying, and what you should pass on?
Vintage clothing dealer Melody Fortier just published the handbook you’re looking for: The Little Guide to Vintage Shopping. Photos, illustrations, essential facts, and tips from a bevy of international pros will help you distinguish the time period of a garment, evaluate its quality, learn what fixes and alterations are possible and most importantly, how to care for and store your vintage treasures.