A review by hampatu
Avatar: The Last Airbender the Art of the Animated Series Deluxe (Second Edition) by Bryan Konietzko, Michael Dante DiMartino

informative inspiring reflective fast-paced

4.5

I gotta say, this stunning art book has rekindled the deep admiration I had for this kid's show that I only watched as a college student. Not only is the book beautifully designed and the visuals displayed in all its grandeur, but the text itself provides the type of insider's look into each phase of the creative process that any fan would treasure deeply. Learning of the influences and stories behind the story added another layer of appreciation to a show I already deemed the best in kids' tv programming. Also, the attention to world-bulding is out of this world! The background, character, and prop sketches stand on par to the stunning colorful paintings! I'm reading a copy from the NYPL but I'm purchasing a copy the second they arrive to Word Up Community Bookshop; it's the kind of book you want to own. Just make sure to watch the show before reading this book unless you want to get the plot spoiled! 💨💧🪨🔥