Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Pages
224
Language
English
Published
Oct 31, 2013
Publisher
Hatje Cantz
ISBN-10
3775737235
ISBN-13
9783775737234
Description
Peter Doig's art transports viewers to lush, vibrant worlds where the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur. This collection showcases his unique ability to evoke emotion and wonder through mesmerizing landscapes and enigmatic figures, inviting contemplation and exploration. The narratives woven into his pieces tap into universal themes of memory and identity, creating an intimate connection with the observer.
Acclaimed writers and art critics offer insights into Doig’s artistic journey, drawing upon his deep influences and the swirling atmospheres present in his work. The interplay of color, texture, and form reveals a painter deeply engaged with both his environment and the cultural threads that shape it, making this a captivating read for art lovers and admirers of inventive storytelling alike.
Acclaimed writers and art critics offer insights into Doig’s artistic journey, drawing upon his deep influences and the swirling atmospheres present in his work. The interplay of color, texture, and form reveals a painter deeply engaged with both his environment and the cultural threads that shape it, making this a captivating read for art lovers and admirers of inventive storytelling alike.
Genres
History
Art & Photography
Contemporary