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500 Figures in Clay: Ceramic Artists Celebrate the Human Form (500 Series)

500 Figures in Clay: Ceramic Artists Celebrate the Human Form (500 Series)
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It’s an absolutely unequalled photographic gallery: no other book has ever presented such a varied, captivating collection of contemporary ceramics based on the human form. The works range from representational to abstract, from artful realism to provocative surrealism, and many of them come from leaders in the field such as Judy Fox, Kurt Weiser, and Andy Nasisse. Kay Yourist has produced female forms that are smooth, minimalist vessels with only the slightest hint of breasts and belly. The simple, rounded features of Diane Lublinski’s black-and-white figures possess a fun, clown-like whimsy. Michael A. Prather’s mournful ceramic portraits have frowning faces and pointed dunce-like heads in a muted color palette. Many of the ceramics come with detail images and illuminating artist’s commentary.

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  • Amazon Sales Rank: #71929 in Books
  • Published on: 2004-09-01
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 408 pages

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Diverse interpretations of the figure. 5
I recently checked this book out from the library and will now be purchasing my own copy.

I'm a bit shocked at the negative review for this book. Maybe she only flipped through and caught (and just remembered) the "disturbing, creepy figures"? There's a wide range of styles from classical to conceptual shown in the book.

I think it's worth noting that the whole book doesn't focus on the full-length figure. It is divided into the following chapters: Heads and Busts, Torsos, Body Details (arms, legs, etc), Figurines & Statues, Couples & Multiples, Caricature, Metamorphosis, and Two-Dimensional Works.

Also, all the figures are from contemporary artists. I was expecting some historical examples, but overall it think it's better to be able to show the diversity of what's out there right now. I wouldn't mind seeing a separate book of historical examples.

Provocative and sophisticated5
I felt like I needed to write a review to counter the last (and only) one. Not that the author is wrong, just that art is a matter of personal taste.

Not all art is about beauty -- a lot of it is about expressing other things and provoking other emotions besides enjoyment of beauty. The images in this book are sophisticated and have a very wide range of expression. I was in awe of this great selection of artworks. I would say gorgeous, amazing stuff.

I liked this book enough to buy a second copy, and everyone I have showed it to has found it breathtaking.

500 figures in clay4
A excellent book showing what artists have done. enjoyable to look through again and again