- Hardcover: 340 pages
- Publisher: Gestalten Verlag; illustrated edition edition (October 2007)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 3899551915
- ISBN-13: 978-3899551914
- Product Dimensions: 30.6 x 23.8 x 3.4 cm
- Shipping Weight: 2.2 Kg
- Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #325,639 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Book Description
In Illusive we identified the main trends in contemporary illustration and introduced many young illustrators. Since then, the demand for illustration has continued to grow - and with it the range of application and the forms of expression in this medium. This positive development is confirmed by the exciting work of international illustrators that we have seen since publishing Illusive; it was thus a logical step to present the best of these new works in Illusive 2.
Illusive 2 is a survey of current illustration from around the world; unlike other titles on this subject, all of the work was selected for inclusion based solely on its artistic merit. The book reveals a trend toward Neo-Realism that is demonstrated by the willingness of today's magazines to use illustration in almost the same way as photography. In general, the illustrations featured in Illusive 2 have become more differentiated and complex - the spontaneous-looking scribbles of years past have given way to elaborate, multi-layered collages. The variety of styles and new design approaches is impressive.
Illusive 2 includes a broad range of illustrations including personal artistic work, fashion illustration and commercial projects, revealing a diversity that shows how this design discipline functions independently of fickle fashion trends. At the same time, the book outlines current developments and the many design approaches that coexist today. Because it is hard to keep an overview amid such a wealth of material, texts and interviews with leading design agencies provide context and give surprising insights into techniques, methods and motivations.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Great art on top quality paper,
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This review is from: Illusive 2: Contemporary Illustration and Its Context (Hardcover)
The first book I bought of the Illusive contemporary art series is actually Illusive: Contemporary Illustration Part 3. I was smitten by the quality of the art and the book itself and had to get the earlier books. This is an inspiring book with a broad range of illustrations, all brilliantly reproduced on high grade art paper. There are hundreds of artists with their own unique style, creating art work mainly with traditional medium. This book is a visual treat with its beautiful illustrations. The only text are some interviews, and at the back is the index with the artists' websites. It's a great resource for illustrators and graphic designers. Well worth the money. (There are more pictures of the book on my blog. Just visit my Amazon profile for the link.)
5.0 out of 5 stars
so inspiring,
This review is from: Illusive 2: Contemporary Illustration and Its Context (Hardcover)
Illlusive 2 is one of the most beautiful books on illustration I have seen - it's a book that inspires, amazes and pushes you to go further with your own work. Wide variety of styles. I was happy to see 2 of my favorites, Ian Carr + Kerry Roper. If you're a collector of contemporary drawing books you need to buy this (pick up Vitamin D while you're at it too). Love it.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Kickass,
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This review is from: Illusive 2: Contemporary Illustration and Its Context (Hardcover)
Kickass talent in this compendium off illustration types. Nice write ups as well on some of the artists. As well inspirational and mind joggily(see differently)) when working on a personal project.
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