The Art of Space: The History of Space Art, from the Earliest Visions to the Graphics of the Modern Era
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| Rating | : | 4.89 (962 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0760346569 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 224 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-02-02 |
| Language | : | English |
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With forewords from Carolyn Porco and Dan Durda, this book is the ultimate resource for space art fans.. Each chapter also includes two special features: one profile of an artist or group of artists of particular influence and one sidebar discussion of general cultural topics, such as the use of space art for propaganda purposes during the Cold War or the impact of the digital revolution on the resources available to artists. The Art of Space is the most comprehensive celebration of space art ever to be published, profiling the development of space-based art in a variety of media. The artwork presented here has been created in a variety of media, from the woodcuts and oil paintings of the Victorian and Edwardian eras to the digitally enhanced work of contemporary artists. A fascinating study on the intersection of science and the artistic imagination, The Art of Space shows how astronomy and space travel
Epic Stellar Journey Via Space Art The Art of Space by Ron Miller is an epic stellar voyage via space art which is sure to become an iconic literary and graphic milestone for the unsung genre of space art. Miller has masterfully compiled representative images of an array of the best space artists on the planet and beautifully painted a history of the space art genre with images and words. There is nothing to compare this work of Cosmic magnitude to for it us truly a unique book that is unparalleled. I am greatly honored and humbled to have one of my own. Stunning--Simply Stunning Terry Sunday I can't say enough good words about "The Art of Space."As a dabbler in space art myself, with works that have been published in "Space 50" and "The Beauty of Space - Space Art from the International Association of Astronomical Artists," I have a more than casual interest in the genre. With that said, "The Art of Space" is one of the best books on the subject that I have ever seen.Every page of this sturdy, well-produced volume is memorable. The sizes of the images range from just a couple of inches on a side to double-. Highly recommended The Art of Space arrived today: 350 illustrations (37 by Chesley Bonestell), 25 international artists, 226 pages, organized by 5 chapters.ForewardThe art of Space; Past Present & Future01: Planets & Moons02: Stars & Galaxies03: Spaceships & Space Stations0Highly recommended Backyard Astronomer The Art of Space arrived today: 350 illustrations (37 by Chesley Bonestell), 25 international artists, 226 pages, organized by 5 chapters.ForewardThe art of Space; Past Present & Future01: Planets & Moons02: Stars & Galaxies03: Spaceships & Space Stations04: Space Colonies & Cities05: AliensIndexCreditsContributor BiosIn addition to the beautiful art illustrations, are descriptions, quotes, and photographs of the artists."It mightbe suggested that without Bonestell and his early space-age artistry, the NASA era might h. : Space Colonies & Cities05: AliensIndexCreditsContributor BiosIn addition to the beautiful art illustrations, are descriptions, quotes, and photographs of the artists."It mightbe suggested that without Bonestell and his early space-age artistry, the NASA era might h
"A former art director at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, the award-winning artist is the author of 50-plus books, including what's considered the most comprehensive volume on astronomical art, The Art of Space." - QUARTZ"It would be a fantastic gift for anyone you know interested in space art or the history of visions of space travel, or for amateur astronomers." - GeekDad