Bringing together a broad range of contributors including art; architecture; and design academic theorists and historians; in addition to practicing artists; architects; and designers; this volume explores the place of the sketchbook in contemporary art and architecture. Drawing upon a diverse range of theories; practices; and reflections common to the contemporary conceptualisation of the sketchbook and its associated environments; it offers a dialogue in which the sketchbook can be understood as a pivotal working tool that contributes to the creative process and the formulation and production of visual ideas. Along with exploring the theoretical; philosophical; psychological; and curatorial implications of the sketchbook; the book addresses emergent digital practices by way of examining contemporary developments in sketchbook productions and pedagogical applications. Consequently; these more recent developments question the validity of the sketchbook as both an instrument of practice and creativity; and as an educational device. International in scope; it not only explores European intellectual and artistic traditions; but also intercultural and cross-cultural perspectives; including reviews of practices in Chinese artworks or Islamic calligraphy; and situational contexts that deal with historical examples; such as Roman art; or modern practices in geographical-cultural regions like Pakistan.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Beautiful Retro pinup and appreciation of all shapes of womenBy Lar Park LincolnThis book has beautiful photos and fun memories of when pin up was popular and now its a stye thats back!Brad is able to capture the beauty of all women regardless of size- A she is so often heard during a shoot"Sexy is a dress size!" Creating;; designing; booking and shooting these real women models has been a labour of love for sure! I recommend the book because it is pure ;simple; fresh and art. Art is what we see and then what we feel.Its fun to dream hat you could be in the shots and just appreciate tht work of a man dedicated to the retro style.Enjoy!Lar Park LincolnActors Audition Studios1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Whimsey Retro ComebackBy Carole DavisI enjoyed the whimsy in these retro photos; and appreciate the authorrsquo;s eye for beauty in all sizes. Itrsquo;s a fun book that takes me back in time. From exquisite headshot photos to the artistic eye he shares in his book; the author is one who appreciates his subjects and his profession. Love retro!1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Texmex1Totally love this photographer; his style and profound knowledge of techniques make his pictures fantastic and books a "must have".
