From: David R Godine Publisher: David R Godine Average Rating: Binding: Paperback Label: David R Godine Number of Items: 1 Number of Pages: 32 Publication Date: May 01, 2004
Product Description: In this slightly offbeat, deliberately challenging, and strikingly oversized book, one of our favorite artists (who we would argue possesses talent bordering on genius) offers up 33 full-size paintings that portray scenes where things are, well, not quite right. Not obviously not quite right, but just enough so most children, with a little help from their parents, will be able to spot the clever anomalies and dichotomies: the gaping gaps in the suspension bridge, the pigeon with landing gear for feet, the Boeing 747 about to land with no wheels, the golf ball lodged in the ostrich's gullet. But, to be really honest, we're publishing the book because Billout has always seemed to us a genuine original, among the most talented, inventive and ingenious artists (not illustrators) working today.
Something's not quite good This was recommended to me by the Amazon "store" for buying Masters of Deception. While a few of the ideas were somewhat interesting or clever, the renditions were so poorly done that any potential was lost in mediocrity. After Masters of Deception and seeing actual masters of artististry who also add optical illusion to the mix, this seems like an art school project were the instructor would have given a C for effort and potential. I had to pay for it so I'm a bit more harsh.
What's not to like ? ! A well-made book. Full-page illustrations are accompanied by the piece's title. Quirky, whimsical, amusing and thought-provoking. The artist plays with reality and makes you want to too. I love this Guy!
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