Coverup : the art of the book cover in New Zealand
Description: Some of New Zealand's most eminent artists have also featured in some of our most significant books, and it's an impressive roll call indeed: Len Lye, Dick Frizzell, Gordon Walters, Hotere, Para Matchitt, Colin McCahon, John Drawbridge, E Mervyn Taylor, Don Peebles and more. Hamish Thompson's introductory essay to this comprehensive and handsomely designed book gives an overview of the history of book design in 20th century NZ and details the changing styles of cover art. The body of the book focusses on the work of individual artists, with a two-page spread per artist, plus biographical notes and full colour illustrations.
Collection: DOCUMENTARY HERITAGEDescription: Some of New Zealand's most eminent artists have also featured in some of our most significant books, and it's an impressive roll call indeed: Len Lye, Dick Frizzell, Gordon…