Apr 06, 2017 it may be wrong to judge a book by its cover, but many artists believe that books actually are more than mere reading material. British artist su blackwell makes magical paper art from. In this comprehensive collection of art made from books, we explore the myriad of ways that bibliophilic artists inventively transform works of literature into works of. With a few snips here, and a few snips there, london based artistart director su blackwell turns ordinary books into stunning paper sculptures, bringing birds. British su blackwell makes magical paper works 6 of 7. An illustrated art book by su blackwell february 18, 2019 as a longtime admirer of paper artist su blackwells altered book paper sculptures, i read with interest about her ambitious new project, into the dark woods. Uk artist su blackwell has sent in images of her work. Jan 08, 2020 su blackwell is raising funds for into the dark woods. These stunning book art pieces prove that novels, encyclopedias and other readable materials can be artful, not just from the words written inside of them. Stem projects science projects kirigami pop book pop up books electronic paper libros popup tunnel book e textiles. The british artistwho has created 142 book sculptures to dateanswered a few questions about her process. Su blackwell revives old book wild swans by su blackwell.
Creation art altered book art book sculpture paper sculptures up book paper book paper paper book folding crafts everyday we encounter paper and its products. The latest paper sculptures, editorial and advertising. Clients include waitrose, ft weekend, intelligent life magazine and bbh agency, london. Creative paper craft ideas, amazing paper art by su blackwell. Folded book art paper book book folding paper art altered book art book sculpture book projects handmade books. We are loving our collaboration with young british paper craft artist, su blackwell, who we commissioned to create a unique sculpture for our. Feb 7, 2016 modern paper art by su blackwell is a creative blend of the traditional craft and contemporary ideas, creating amazing home decorations and unique gifts.
Reading is a virtue that grants the mind to expand its spectrum of knowledge and imagination. The book as an art form artists books libguides at. See more ideas about paper art, paper sculpture, book sculpture. Discover interesting facts about su blackwell on artnet. Su blackwells clients include vogue germany and harpers bazaar. As well as these fantastical pieces of book art, blackwell has completed a number of commercial projects, as part of spreads for wellknown clients like oprah magazine and the british airways. Friday links list 1 february 2019 january 26 2018 391 december 30. Dec 16, 20 even though some books are sacrificed in the process, blackwell s book art creations are more beautiful than they are destructive. The book as an art form artists books libguides at the. The great gift of literature is its ability to make incredible scenes spring up from the barren blackandwhite landscape of. Paper sculpture art book sculptures by a british artist su blackwell. As a writer and image editor for bored panda, giedre crafts posts on many different.
She is a british artist best known for constructing delicate sculptures from the pages of books. If youve read real simple s june 20 feature 50 books that will change your life, youve seen su blackwells paper sculptures and may have wondered. We will be looking at the work of an artist who anonymously gave their work to a library in edinburgh, scotland. Art popup book artilove afbeeldingsresultaat voor pop up boeken. British su blackwell makes magical paper works 1 of 7. Su is also represented by long and ryle gallery, london. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and. Su blackwell, an rca graduate and artist who works primarily in paper, makes book sculptures and installations out of secondhand books. A collage of su blackwell s altered book art paper sculptures as seen in her exciting new project. British artist su blackwell makes magical paper art from old. Apr 23, 20 if youve read real simple s june 20 feature 50 books that will change your life, youve seen su blackwells paper sculptures and may have wondered. Su blackwell is an english artist who creates fairytalelike book sculptures. Since then her exquisite work has been on display in galleries and museums all over the world and she has turned her hand to art direction for commercials for clients such as crabtree and evelyn, nicole farhi, volvo and british airways.
Art made out of books puts new spin on concept of book art. Please wash your hands and practise social distancing. The magical world of book sculptor su blackwell november 11, 20 1 comment article contemporary art, designer spotlight, paper art, sothebys i recently fell in love with the magical world of british booksculptor su blackwell, whose work i came across while devouring the catalogue of. The magical world of book sculptor su blackwell objects. We visit her in her london studio to find out more about her work. Book sculptures by su blackwell art, crafts, design. Aug 12, 2011 remember su blackwells artistic books. Su blackwell is quite at ease with the limited life expectancy of her work. In 2011 su set up her own business to work on a variety of projects, commissions and collaborations. An artist and art director, she has participated in plenty of advertising campaigns and group exhibitions. In the latest issue of somerset studio, su blackwell shares her enchanting book sculptures, and cheryl dossy takes minimalism to a new level. Su blackwell uses the humble and ephemeral qualities of paper to.
In her young career, sue blackwell has designed dozens of book sculptures, magazine spreads, installation pieces, and commercial projects, including the set design for a play based off the hans christian andersen story, the snow queen. The sculptor constructs physical representation of textual narrative, making her pieces like. Su blackwells charming paper sculptures transform books into fantastical threedimensional forms. Lavishly illustrated, papercutting book for all ages. Little red riding hood book cut sculpture by su blackwell, quit my job and make beautiful dioramas. The inside scoop on su blackwells sculptures real simple. I often work within the realm of fairy tales and folklore.
Bishop faculty fellow 2011, selected works, the center for book arts, new york, usa solo exhibition 2011 ghosts. Old books turned into fairytale sculptures by su blackwell. Su blackwell crafting intricate scenes with only a few carefully cut and folded book pages, su blackwell converts laid off texts into the material for new storytelling styles. These anonymous works appeared unannounced over the course of 9 months. Art popup book art ilove afbeeldingsresultaat voor pop up boeken alberto parise and giovanni pasini have created this very detailed sculpture completely constructed out of 30 different colors and types of paper, sponsored by polyhedra, that measures two and a half metres wide and took one month to construct. Su blackwell is a famous british artist and art director, working predominantly within the realm of paper. It may be wrong to judge a book by its cover, but many artists believe that books actually are more than mere reading material. It is going to be a special book, and owning or even. Paper art campaign for british airways by su blackwell diy and crafts 2019. Apr 21, 2020 su blackwell is raising funds for into the dark woods. The latest paper sculptures, editorial and advertising work.
The magical world of book sculptor su blackwell november 11, 20 1 comment article contemporary art, designer spotlight, paper art, sothebys i recently fell in love with the magical world of british booksculptor su blackwell, whose work i came across while devouring the catalogue of the modern masters. The book is a medium that allows an artists work to be accessible to a multitude of people in different locations at any given time. I say hurray to projects like this one, and long life to paper. Su blackwell livre sculpte, art altere et deco bibliotheque. See more ideas about book sculpture, paper art and book art. In this comprehensive collection of art made from books, we explore the myriad of ways that bibliophilic artists inventively transform works of literature into works of art. Sus booksculptures are currently on display in london and manchester city art gallery until january british female artist su blackwell, paper cutting and origami sculpture of a childhood fantasy from the book brought to reality. Londonbased artist su blackwell, an avid reader, draws inspiration from the art of the written word found in books and uses that creative influence to produce her remarkable book sculptures. Friday links list 1 february 2019 january 26 2018 391. Su blackwell is raising funds for into the dark woods. The magical world of book sculptor su blackwell objects not.
Dec 26, 2017 su blackwell british, 1975, wild flowers of the british isles, 20. Cut paper from a 1907 book written and illustrated by botanist harriet isabel adams. While artists books can take many forms, there are a few elements that are common across the practice. Su blackwell images paper art, art, book sculpture. An illustrated art book by su blackwell on kickstarter. Stepping out of the page, su blackwell book art sculptures. A textiles graduate from the prestigious royal college of art in london, su now works from her own studio at the south of the capital. Su blackwells fairy tale book sculptures with images book. Su has fullscale projects in which you can participate to sit on the bench at the table, go to the house and enjoy the beautiful garden. Feb 17, 2009 uk artist su blackwell has sent in images of her work. World book day interview with book sculptor su blackwell.
Since then her exquisite work has been on display in galleries and museums all over the world and she has turned her hand to artdirection for commercials for clients such as crabtree and evelyn, nicole farhi, volvo and british airways. If you have an appreciation of art, craft and stories, then this book will appeal to you. Find the latest shows, biography, and artworks for sale by su blackwell. The fact that she spends hours crafting materials that wont last very long does not bother her. She transforms flat pages into threedimensional objects and constructs entire landscapes filled with mystery. The book collector, 2018 more images the bronte parsonage, from the literary houses series, 2017 more images daphne du mauriers house, from the literary houses series, 2017 more images. Fine art editorials advertising set design books press online shop terms blog. Sep 17, 2019 the book is a medium that allows an artists work to be accessible to a multitude of people in different locations at any given time. Even though some books are sacrificed in the process, blackwells book art creations are more beautiful than they are destructive. Su blackwell editorial for life and arts magazine, financial times 2012. Understanding a book as an artwork invites a reflection on the properties of the book form itself. Jul 29, 2009 amazing artworks created from old books artist su blackwell creates these spectacular paper models from old books and sells them for up to.
Su blackwell british, 1975, wild flowers of the british isles, 20. Her latest series dwelling is inspired by folk stories. Su finds her books in secondhand book shops and always reads them first before starting to sculpt. British artist su blackwell makes magical paper art from old books british su. The art of book sculpture surgical typography, a beautiful ghost, and why the reading of art is the new art of reading. Dec 08, 2012 su blackwell s clients include vogue germany and harpers bazaar. The growing popularity of ebooks has some people wondering if traditional paper books will become obsolete entirely, but these book art projects prove that they are suited to plenty of other purposes as well. Explore a plethora of paper dolls in all shapes and sizes, including paper dolls that are stamped to perfection. Su blackwell, a british artist best known for constructing delicate sculptures from the pages of books. New picture books novel academic educational out of print full list coloring pages. The fairytale princess by su blackwell in 2020 paper art. Su blackwell revives old books, which otherwise would have gathered dust on the shelves. The studio comprises of su director and her assistant emma.
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