Description
THE ART OF TIM BURTON: Brand new and sealed copy of the trade edition. An amazing career overview of his art and movie pre-production drawings, this beautiful edition showcases Tim Burton’s film genius.
The Art of Tim Burton is the definitive compilation of forty years of Tim Burton’s artistry, including film concepts and hundreds of illustrations from his personal archives, edited under the creative guidance of Burton himself. This comprehensive 434 page book is grouped into thirteen chapters that examine common themes in Burton’s work, from his fascination with clowns to his passion for misunderstood monsters, to his delight in the oddities of people. Many of Burton’s friends and collaborators offer their thoughts, insights and anecdotes about Tim Burton’s style and artistic approach to life.
Artwork from the following films and projects are included in this book: Alice in Wonderland (2010), Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (2007), Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Corpse Bride (both 2005), Big Fish (2003), Planet of the Apes (2001), Sleepy Hollow, (1999), Mars Attacks! (1996), Ed Wood (1994), The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993), Batman Returns (1992), Edward Scissorhands (1990), Family Dog (1987), Batman (1989), Beetlejuice (1988), Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure (1985), Frankenweenie (1984), Vincent (1982), and Hansel & Gretel (1982). The book also contains additional drawings from his illustrated book of poetry The Melancholy Death of Oyster Boy & Other Stories (1997), and from The World of Stainboy web shorts (2000).
Measuring 11” x 12”, this 434 page book comes with over 1,000 illustrations and over 10 multi-page gatefolds. With a die cut hard-cover, and book marker included, it opens a wonderful door into the magical world of Tim Burton for collectors and fans alike.
Printed on top quality paper certified by Forest Stewardship Council, over 2,000 trees were planted to offset the environmental impact of the book.
DARK SHADOWS: A VISUAL COMPANION – SIGNED (BY TIM BURTON) NUMBERED EDITION LIMITED TO 1000 (RRP £75)
PLEASE NOTE THE BOOK YOU WILL RECEIVE IS BRAND NEW & SEALED – the one pictured has obviously been opened for photos – the number you receive then will obviously be different from that pictured.
A natural companion to The Art of Tim Burton, which covers artwork from Burton’s films up to Alice In Wonderland (2010)
Produced in close co-operation with Tim Burton and the production team, this lavish hardcover official companion volume to the film includes a Foreword by Tim Burton, scores of photos, concept drawings and production designs, and interviews with the cast and crew.
Comes with a tipped in, individually numbered Tim Burton signature sheet.
Special Edition details:
DIMENSIONS: 230 x 295 mm (UK) / 11 5/8” x 9” (US)
PAPER STOCK AND WEIGHT: 157gsm glossy art stock
BINDING Hardcover, gloss laminated.
SLIPCASE IMAGE: Photo of Depp / Photo of coffin
SLIPCASE SPECIFICATION: Gloss laminated.
PRINT: Art Of Barnabas Collins on 198 x 145mm Fine Art Textured paper by Tim Burton exclusive to the Limited Edition.
LIMITED TO 1000 COPIES
