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Summary: Contemporary Confusion
Review: First, can I say this? When I read the quote on the cover by David Bowie I laughed for at least 5 minutes on and off thinking how on this earth did such a quote find its way into this book. I'm not a big fan of contemporary art and the selections in this book were at times difficult to view with an open mind. Here is what he said: "Possibly the most infuriating art publication to come out of Britian. It's a pleasure to write for it, whatever the ___ it is." -David Bowie I agree. I see more confusion and lack of talent in this book than in anything I have ever seen before in my life. I mean, I have at least three other art books I would much rather look at. Yet, still I was interested to know what all the fuss was about. I mean, for one thing: "How is hanging a vacuum up on the wall of an art show room, art?" Heck, I can do that here at home, no problem. There are worse examples I won't even mention here. Most of the art is just too bizarre to say the least. I started to feel almost sick thinking about what must go on in the minds of some of the artists. This represents the worst of our world. There is no beauty here. Ugly Art, move on
.....nothing to see here.
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Summary: For everyone interested in contemporary art
Review: I really enjoyed learning more about art and artists from these writers. They approach the artists from a neutral place, they ask fresh questions - often revealing a lot about themselves in the process and they obviously want to learn about the art rather than judge it. Excellent reading.
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Summary: For everyone interested in contemporary art
Review: I really enjoyed learning more about art and artists from these writers. They approach the artists from a neutral place, they ask fresh questions - often revealing a lot about themselves in the process and they obviously want to learn about the art rather than judge it. Excellent reading.
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Summary: EDIFICATION AND ENTERTAINMENT
Review: Puzzled by modern art? Bored by art criticism? Then "Writers On Artists" is the book for you. This unique collection of modern art works accompanied by essays by contemporary writers is a colorful feast for the eyes in every way. Just as each writer may take a distinctly different view of modern art, every contributor is sincere in bringing modern art to the many who find it remote or incomprehensible. With 350 full-color reproductions as well as portraits of the artists and writers this stimulating and challenging volume provokes discussion just as it provides entertainment. Reading Will Self's take on outre Damien Hirst makes art fun. Author Howard Jacobson takes on Andy Warhol, and Germain Greer extols the virtues of Portugese artist Paula Rego. Noted British author Julian Barnes finds challenges and implicit questions in the paintings of Edgar Degas. And so it goes in "Writers On Artists," a fantastic journey through the works of artists guided by the writers' pens. - Gail Cooke
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Summary: EDIFICATION AND ENTERTAINMENT
Review: Puzzled by modern art? Bored by art criticism? Then "Writers On Artists" is the book for you. This unique collection of modern art works accompanied by essays by contemporary writers is a colorful feast for the eyes in every way. Just as each writer may take a distinctly different view of modern art, every contributor is sincere in bringing modern art to the many who find it remote or incomprehensible. With 350 full-color reproductions as well as portraits of the artists and writers this stimulating and challenging volume provokes discussion just as it provides entertainment. Reading Will Self's take on outre Damien Hirst makes art fun. Author Howard Jacobson takes on Andy Warhol, and Germain Greer extols the virtues of Portugese artist Paula Rego. Noted British author Julian Barnes finds challenges and implicit questions in the paintings of Edgar Degas. And so it goes in "Writers On Artists," a fantastic journey through the works of artists guided by the writers' pens. - Gail Cooke
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Summary: EDIFICATION AND ENTERTAINMENT
Review: Puzzled by modern art? Bored by art criticism? Then "Writers On Artists" is the book for you. This unique collection of modern art works accompanied by essays by contemporary writers is a colorful feast for the eyes in every way. Just as each writer may take a distinctly different view of modern art, every contributor is sincere in bringing modern art to the many who find it remote or incomprehensible. With 350 full-color reproductions as well as portraits of the artists and writers this stimulating and challenging volume provokes discussion just as it provides entertainment. Reading Will Self's take on outre Damien Hirst makes art fun. Author Howard Jacobson takes on Andy Warhol, and Germain Greer extols the virtues of Portugese artist Paula Rego. Noted British author Julian Barnes finds challenges and implicit questions in the paintings of Edgar Degas. And so it goes in "Writers On Artists," a fantastic journey through the works of artists guided by the writers' pens. - Gail Cooke
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Summary: Top-drawer volume........
Review: These essays DO present a fresh perspective to art and artists--much of the pedantry and obfuscation so common in dialogues on art is absent here. As well, Mr. Burnett's editing, crisp and elegant, contributes greatly to a fine volume. Highly recommended.......... a must.
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Summary: Top-drawer volume........
Review: These essays DO present a fresh perspective to art and artists--much of the pedantry and obfuscation so common in dialogues on art is absent here. As well, Mr. Burnett's editing, crisp and elegant, contributes greatly to a fine volume. Highly recommended.......... a must.
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Summary: Your coffee table is naked without it!!
Review: This is a brilliant insight into the wonderful world of art by the a number of great writers. From the excellently edited magazine, Modern Painters, this book takes "the best bits," displayed beautifully with exquisite pictures. a MUST for anyone this Christmas.
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Summary: Your coffee table is naked without it!!
Review: This is a brilliant insight into the wonderful world of art by the a number of great writers. From the excellently edited magazine, Modern Painters, this book takes "the best bits," displayed beautifully with exquisite pictures. a MUST for anyone this Christmas.
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