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myriadreads's review against another edition
4.0
I loved this! The Art of Steampunk features a great selection of artists from the steampunk movement, along with examples of their art. Obvious enough. It also has a great essay called "Steampunk 101." For those of us who have picked up that Steampunk is Victorian, techy, and science fiction, but aren't sure how that fits together into steampunk, this essay answers a lot of burning questions.
I spent a lot of time going back through and studying the art in this book. Just awesome.
I spent a lot of time going back through and studying the art in this book. Just awesome.
villianess's review against another edition
4.0
Before reading this book, I didn't know there was such a thing as Steampunk. I have seen Steampunk work in many movies, but didn't know that was what I was looking at. The idea of Steampunk it to take the Victorian time and put it into modern workings. This book not only explains Steampunk, but introduces those people that are creating this art form. The pictures are dramatic and captivating. If you have an appreciation for art, inventions, or science you will enjoy this book.
audreychamaine's review against another edition
4.0
The world’s first exhibition of Steampunk art was held at The Museum of History of Science at the University of Oxford from October 2009 to February 2010. It was a success and drew large crowds of visitors to the museum. This catalog is the result of that exhibition, now in a form where it can be owned, admired, and instructive to those who were not able to make it to the actual event.
In The Art of Steampunk, Donovan attempts to give a summary definition of Steampunk in this catalog, which is meant to appeal to both Steampunk enthusiasts and the layman who knows nothing of the genre and is experiencing it for the first time through the exhibition. We also get a short history of the genre, and samples of work and bios of many of the artists currently creating Steampunk art.
The typography and page layout of this book really worked to compliment the art shown in the photographs, which made the catalog much more appealing to readers and evocative of the idea of steampunk. Nothing can replace the experience of viewing these 3-dimensional art pieces up close and in person, but the photographs still portray enough of the pieces to leave you with a sense of wonder and appreciation for the art.
My recommendation? Have this on hand for when you need a point of reference while reading Westerfeld’s Leviathan or Pullman’s The Golden Compass. Or just keep it on your coffee table to tickle the imagination of guests.
In The Art of Steampunk, Donovan attempts to give a summary definition of Steampunk in this catalog, which is meant to appeal to both Steampunk enthusiasts and the layman who knows nothing of the genre and is experiencing it for the first time through the exhibition. We also get a short history of the genre, and samples of work and bios of many of the artists currently creating Steampunk art.
The typography and page layout of this book really worked to compliment the art shown in the photographs, which made the catalog much more appealing to readers and evocative of the idea of steampunk. Nothing can replace the experience of viewing these 3-dimensional art pieces up close and in person, but the photographs still portray enough of the pieces to leave you with a sense of wonder and appreciation for the art.
My recommendation? Have this on hand for when you need a point of reference while reading Westerfeld’s Leviathan or Pullman’s The Golden Compass. Or just keep it on your coffee table to tickle the imagination of guests.
inkstndfngrs's review against another edition
3.0
Really just for those who are curious about steampunk art or the "look" of steampunk. Not really helpful for those who are trying to enter into the genre/"lifestyle" or replicate for costumery, etc.
neddasai's review against another edition
4.0
Wow, so gorgeous! Steam-punk is always intriguing to me and this was no different!!
misamille's review against another edition
5.0
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Ever want to learn more about Steampunk, or more directly about different Steampunk artists? Have you look no further "The Art of Steampunk" by Art Donovan. This book showcases some of the most talented and gifted artists in the Steampunk world.
For those who do not know of Steampunk, it is basically a sub-genre of science-fiction set in the Victorian age.
Read more here.
Ever want to learn more about Steampunk, or more directly about different Steampunk artists? Have you look no further "The Art of Steampunk" by Art Donovan. This book showcases some of the most talented and gifted artists in the Steampunk world.
For those who do not know of Steampunk, it is basically a sub-genre of science-fiction set in the Victorian age.
Read more here.
mscoutj's review against another edition
3.0
This book is more of a museum catalog than an actual text. It covers the eponymous exhibit at the Oxford University Museum of the History of Science that was held October 2009-February 2010.
Calling it a catalog does do something of a disservice. There are no fewer than three introductory-type chapters that explain the phenomena and philosophy of Steampunk (in somewhat repetitive fashion, alas). After that there are individual chapters on each of the artists, along with some highlights of their work.
While a great deal of the work is standard steampunk fare of goggles and timepieces (even so, beautifully done) two artists, Kris Kuksi and Richard Nagy, stand out. Kuksi’s pieces are sculptural rather than wearable, and the level of detail is amazing, while Nagy tackles digital machines for the Victorian age. This volume is a fun addition to any enthusiast’s library.
Calling it a catalog does do something of a disservice. There are no fewer than three introductory-type chapters that explain the phenomena and philosophy of Steampunk (in somewhat repetitive fashion, alas). After that there are individual chapters on each of the artists, along with some highlights of their work.
While a great deal of the work is standard steampunk fare of goggles and timepieces (even so, beautifully done) two artists, Kris Kuksi and Richard Nagy, stand out. Kuksi’s pieces are sculptural rather than wearable, and the level of detail is amazing, while Nagy tackles digital machines for the Victorian age. This volume is a fun addition to any enthusiast’s library.
jameseckman's review
3.0
I read the earlier edition, not much difference. If you like steampunk art it's a nice book, though I hate sneaky second editions.
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