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Book Synopsis: Using minimal tools and a simple technique of bending, interweaving, and fastening together sticks, artist PatrickDougherty creates works of art inseparable with nature and the landscape. With a dazzling variety of forms seamlessly intertwined with their context, his sculptures evoke fantastical images of nests, cocoons, cones, castles, and beehives. Over the last twenty-five years, Dougherty has built more than two hundred works throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia that range from stand-alone structures to a kind of modern primitive architecture—every piece mesmerizing in its ability to fly through trees, overtake buildings, and virtually defy gravity.
Stickwork, Dougherty's first monograph, features thirty-eight of his organic, dynamic works that twist the line between architecture, landscape, and art. Constructed on-site using locally sourced materials and local volunteer labor, Dougherty's sculptures are tangles of twigs and branches that have been transformed into something unexpected and wild, elegant and artful, and often humorous. Sometimes freestanding, and other times wrapping around trees, buildings, railings, and rooms, they are constructed indoors and in nature. As organic matter, the stick sculptures eventually disintegrate and fade back into the landscape.
Featuring a wealth of photographs and drawings documenting the construction process of each remarkable structure, Stickwork preserves the legend of the man who weaves the simplest of materials into a singular artistic triumph.
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Introducing Stickwork, an extraordinary book showcasing the incredible artistry of Patrick Dougherty. Using a unique technique of bending, interweaving, and fastening sticks, Dougherty creates mesmerizing sculptures that blend seamlessly with nature. Each piece evokes whimsical images of nests, cocoons, and castles, transforming the landscape into a surreal playground. With over two hundred sculptures built worldwide, Stickwork is the first monograph featuring thirty-eight of Dougherty's stunning creations.
What sets Dougherty's work apart is his ability to blur the lines between architecture, landscape, and art. His sculptures, constructed on-site using locally sourced materials and volunteer labor, are a testament to the untamed beauty of organic matter. Twigs and branches come alive in unexpected shapes, gracefully defying gravity and becoming a harmonious part of their surroundings. Whether standing alone or embracing trees, buildings, and rooms, these sculptures exude elegance and charm, leaving onlookers in awe.
The construction process of each structure is carefully documented with a wealth of photographs and drawings. This captivating book captures the magic of Dougherty's art, taking readers behind the scenes and offering a glimpse into the mind of a master sculptor. From the initial concept to the final disintegration of the sculptures back into the landscape, Stickwork keeps the legend alive.
Are you ready to embark on a journey through a world where art and nature become one? Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Stickwork and witness the transformative power of organic materials. Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of art that defies expectation and breathes life into spaces. Order your copy of Stickwork today and experience the wonder for yourself.
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