Blake, Quentin
PENS INK & PLACES
- ISBN 13:
- 9781849767019
- author:
- Blake, Quentin
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Tate Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 28 x 23.4 centimetres (1.17 kg)
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Art, Individual Artist,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Quentin Blake: Pens Ink and Places by Quentin Blake is a unique behind-the-scenes look at the work of one of Britain's most beloved illustrators. This beautifully illustrated volume offers an insight into Blake's practice, featuring some of his most famous collaborations, including touching series for Great Ormond Street Hospital and gigantic drawings for the Jerwood Gallery in Hastings. The book showcases Blake's diverse range of work, from apocalyptic landscapes to energetic fantasy illustrations, as well as unique pieces created to accompany the works of John Ruskin, La Fontaine, Lucius Apuleius, and Beatrix Potter. With commentary straight from the drawing board, Blake explores the challenges and opportunities in creating drawings that have become iconic around the world. With its informative and richly illustrated content, Pens Ink and Places provides a fascinating glimpse into the creative process of an artist widely regarded as the 'Godfather of Illustration'.