Charles Harper's Birds and Words: Anniversary Edition
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.21 (828 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1623260167 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 152 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-06-20 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Charley liked to say that when he paints a bird, he doesn't count all the feathers in the wings—he just counts the wings. He is beloved for his delightful, graphic, and often humorous illustrations of nature, animals, insects, and people alike. Charley Harper was an American original who created his art from his home studio in Cincinnati, Ohio, until his death in 2007, at the age of eight-four. Minimal realism, he called it, and his unique and precise style continue to resona
"Perfect for Charley Harper fans" according to MLE. I bought two. One for my bookcase. One to cut apart and frame. I know many people are horrified at the thought of cutting up a book. But his original artwork is just a little bit out of my price range. :) The frames are from IKEA so it was a very inexpensive project. It makes me happy every time I see it.. Excellent in Word and Picture Addison Dewitt After seeing a retrospective show of both Charlie and Edie Harper at the Cincinnati Museum of Art, I had to purchase this book. Charlie's bird silkscreens are illustrations, designs and fantastic artpieces all in one. His minimalist approach can teach any artist what to leave out in order to improve a painting. I can only imagine what it might have been like. Linda A. Isham said Great style. I love the art in this book. It's very unique and any bird or art lover will enjoy it.
To celebrate the 40th Anniversary of ""Charles Harper's Birds & Words,"" AMMO Books is proud to present this large-format reissue of the 1974 classic. This exquisite edition is reproduced in its entirety with all carefully restored images.BIRDS & WORDS is the ideal book for Charley Harper fans and every bird lover who knows there is more to bird watching than measurements, range maps, flight patterns, and lifetime lists. This book is a true reflection of Charley Harper, who was that special species of man with twinkling eyes and smile, and wit as infectiously keen and lighthearted as his paintings.
About the AuthorCharley Harper was an American original who created his art from his home studio in Cincinnati, Ohio, until his death in 2007, at the age of eight-four. Charley liked to say that when he paints a bird, he doesn't count all the feathers in the wings—he just counts the wings. He is beloved for his delightful, graphic, and often humorous illustrations of nature, animals, insects, and people alike. Minimal realism, he called it, and his unique and precise style continue to resonate and inspire his admirers.