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Book Synopsis: A definitive and timely monograph celebrating the work of ground-breaking conceptual artist Cerith Wyn Evans. Cerith Wyn Evans is one of today's most respected and acclaimed sculptors. Born in Wales and educated through his first language of Welsh, his work reflects his fascination with literature, film, music, and philosophy. Evans is an artist interested in language and how this can be perceived in spatial terms.
Originally an experimental filmmaker, in the 1990s Evans started creating sculptures and installations defined by poetic conceptualism and elegant aesthetic forms. Often made of neon light, his pieces subtly disrupt existing systems of communication, either through the subversion and alteration of given spatial forms or by adopting a communal rather than a singular, authoritarian voice.
In 2003 Evans represented Wales at the country's inaugural pavilion at the 50th Venice Biennale. This book, the first comprehensive study dedicated to his work, includes contributions by luminaries such as the former Guggenheim Chief, Nancy Spector and the 2011 Venice Biennale director, Daniel Birnbaum, together with a previously unpublished text by Evans himself.
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Discover the groundbreaking work of conceptual artist Cerith Wyn Evans with the definitive and timely monograph from Phaidon's Contemporary Artists Series. As one of today's most respected and acclaimed sculptors, Wyn Evans draws inspiration from literature, film, music, and philosophy, creating pieces that explore the spatial perception of language. With a background in experimental filmmaking, his sculptures and installations embody poetic conceptualism and elegant aesthetic forms.
What sets Wyn Evans apart is his ability to disrupt existing systems of communication through his artwork. By subverting and altering given spatial forms or adopting a communal voice, his pieces challenge traditional modes of expression. Incorporating neon light as his medium of choice, he brings a touch of ethereal beauty to his thought-provoking creations.
In 2003, Evans represented Wales at the prestigious Venice Biennale, solidifying his position as a leading figure in contemporary art. This comprehensive study on his work features contributions from luminaries such as Nancy Spector, former Chief Curator of the Guggenheim Museum, and Daniel Birnbaum, director of the 2011 Venice Biennale. It also includes a never-before-published text by Evans himself, offering exclusive insights into his creative process.
Don't miss your chance to delve into the world of Cerith Wyn Evans and explore his remarkable artistic journey. Whether you're a seasoned art collector or simply curious about the latest trends in contemporary art, this book is a must-have addition to your collection.
Get your copy of Cerith Wyn Evans (Phaidon Contemporary Artists Series) today and embark on a visual and intellectual adventure with one of the most innovative artists of our time.
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