The
Art of Ian Norbury
Sculptures in Wood
by Ian Norbury
Hardcover
225 x 285mm
152pp
Published by Stobart Davies, Hertford, UK
R.R.P.$79.00
ISBN 0-85442-110-6
Extract from back cover of book:
A fascinating gallery of carvings from one of the world's leading sculptors.
This book is an opportunity for lovers of fine woodcarving to examine the work of one of the art form's living masters - Ian Norbury - detailing his innovative techniques and his original and imaginative subjects.
More than 100 photographs richly illustrate his work in this book, which combines a mastery of woodcarving technique and a rich imagination inspired by artists such as Balach, Dali, Magritte, Fuchs Jonssen and most of all, the Mexican surrealist Remedios Varo. Ian is steeped in European cultural history and has an overwhelming sense of the fatalistic repetition of history and the inevitability of the archetypal errors of humanity endlessly repeating themselves.
Recognized as one of the world's leading wood sculptors, Ian Norbury is in demand as a teacher worldwide. His work is astonishing in its virtuosity of execution, enigmatic mystery and beauty. In recent years his innovative use of metals, stones, shells, gems, mixed timbers and inlays of colored woods, have given his work new direction.
Norbury will continue to push the boundaries of woodcarving, perhaps in directions that will dismay the traditionalists, enrage the politically correct and delight his fans. Much of his work is based on European folklore and mythology combined with cynical tongue-in-cheek side-swipes at the pomposity of contemporary life. This finds an easy rapport with audiences, and his great technical expertise in the rendering of detail and his acute observations of expressions and appearances are irresistible to many people.
In The Art of Ian Norbury, you'll learn from one of the world's leading masters of fine wood sculpture. Inside, you'll marvel at the innovative techniques and fertile imagination found in Norbury's work. Full color photographs and many close-up images of more than 60 stunning creations lead you into his world - supported by the artist's own words in describing his inspirations, struggles and feelings toward each piece.
Also included is a timeline of his early work and a behind-the-scenes look at work in progress. Whether you are a sculptor in wood or other materials, or a student of the very best of contemporary art, you'll find The Art of Ian Norbury to be a great addition to your collection.
About
the Author: Ian Norbury is recognized as one of the world's leading wood sculptors
and is in demand as a teacher worldwide. He has taught in the U.S, England, Iceland,
Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland and Germany. He has judged and demonstrated
at major woodworking exhibitions and exhibitions of his work are held bi-annually.
He divides his time between his studios in England and Ireland, and his sculptures
are sold almost exclusively through The White Knight Gallery in Cheltenham, England.
www.iannorbury.com
Photos: Colour
Contents
Beautiful People
Chiyonofuji
Cromwell
Maasai
Warrior
Bubbles
Slave
Samburu Girl
Slave Girl
Africa
Girl with
Ribbons
Girl with Petticoat
Humidor
The Stripper
Jesters
Acrobat
Because
He's Worth It
Fastnacht
The Impersonator
Justice
The Idealist
Touchstone
Hop
Frog
Reaching for the Moon
The Wheel of Fortune
Lord on Misrule
Harlequins
Harlequin
Abandoned
Harlequin, the Storyteller
Harlequin, the Politician
The Dream
Maker
Corruption
Autumn Leaves
Mythology
Gaea
Aphrodite
Andromeda
Moros
Bride
Merlin
Merlin
II
Literature
Ariel
Falstaff
A
Midsummer Night's Dream
Puck
Ozymandias
Sick Rose
Titania
Sheba
Pierrot
Death
of Pierrot
Fantasies
The
Alchemist
The Astrologer
The Dagger
The Drummer
Theatre Mask
Venice
Secrets
The
Temple
Europhobia
Genesis
Tree Spirits
The Box of Delights
Il Serenissima
Animals
Whales
Dolphins
Monkey
Dominion
Falcon
Racehosres
Arkle
Tiger
The Making of the Masterpiece
The Early Years