The Sourcebook of Contemporary Jewelry Design
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Rating | : | 4.97 (760 Votes) |
Asin | : | 0062105035 |
Format Type | : | paperback |
Number of Pages | : | 600 Pages |
Publish Date | : | 2013-05-06 |
Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
JillS said MAGNFICENT. Oh what an unexpectedly EXCELLENT book! Beware, it's LARGE. Like coffee-table size and width. Which is marvelous, because this is chock full of fantastic photos of mostly European artists. Brief descriptions / history about the artists, and web sites provided for more drool-worthy perusing. One. C W said A neat art book.. I felt like it was more in the vein of Jewlery as form over function. Lots of mixed media and unique forms. I was looking for inspiration related to metal smithing with silver and gold.. A. Skewes said Five Stars. Beautiful book!
This large-scale, beautifully designed anthology offers readers an in-depth look at established and emerging international designers, providing stunning visual examples of their jewelry, along with detailed explanations that reveal the inspiration behind their work. From the Back CoverFeaturing the world's most notable, modern-day jewelry designers, The Sourcebook of Contemporary Jewelry Design is filled with more than 1300 photographs and illustrations that showcase each artist's unique and diverse style. From architectural rings and paper-made bracelets, to smart necklaces and transformable earrings, this book is a must have for anyone interested in jewelry and design.
This is the definitive resource for professional and aspiring jewelers, designers, stylists, and accessory enthusiasts. The Sourcebook of Contemporary Jewelry Design is the first large-scale book of its kind, showcasing a complete and diverse range of contemporary jewelry designers—and providing a combination of inspirational images and instructive ideas sure to bring your jewelry-making to the next level.
She soon became involved in the world of publishing, thus combining all of her interests—design, fashion, and the written word.. Her destination this time was Barcelona, where she took a post-graduate course in Fashion Styling at BAU. Before finishing her studies, she took part in a student exchange in Italy, where