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Book Synopsis: The BP Portrait Award is the world's leading showcase for painters working in portraiture. This revised and updated edition of the highly successful 500 Portraits, published in 2011, brings together more than 500 of these portraits to cover 25 years of the Award. An international list of artists, including Thomas Ganter, David Jon Kassan, Ignacio Estudillo and Annalisa Avancini, whose work reflects a diverse range of approaches from the immaculately photo-realistic to the highly expressionistic, is gathered here. The book reproduces all National Portrait Gallery-commissioned portraits by the competition finalists, including portraits of Helen Mirren by Ishbel Myerscough, Paul Smith by James Lloyd, J.K. Rowling by Stuart Pearson Wright and Harold Pinter by Justin Mortimer, plus a selection of works by the Travel Award winners. This book celebrates our enduring fascination with different human faces.
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Experience the captivating world of portraiture with the 500 Portraits: 25 Years of the BP Portrait Award. This meticulously curated book showcases the very best painters from around the globe, who have competed in the world's leading portrait competition. Whether you're an art enthusiast, collector, or simply appreciate the beauty of the human face, this revised and updated edition is a must-have for your collection.
Explore the incredible diversity of artistic approaches as you immerse yourself in the works of renowned artists such as Thomas Ganter, David Jon Kassan, Ignacio Estudillo, and Annalisa Avancini. From the photorealistic to the expressively abstract, this collection of over 500 portraits offers a visual feast that will captivate your senses.
Delve into the National Portrait Gallery-commissioned portraits by the competition finalists, including iconic figures like Helen Mirren, Paul Smith, J.K. Rowling, and Harold Pinter. Each portrait represents a unique interpretation and celebration of the subject's essence, capturing the complexities of human expression in a truly mesmerizing way.
Additionally, this remarkable book features a selection of works by the Travel Award winners, highlighting emerging talent and offering a glimpse into the future of portraiture. Witness the power of art to transcend mediums and cultures, as these talented individuals push the boundaries of tradition.
Embrace the allure of the human face and embark on a journey through 25 years of exceptional portraiture. Immerse yourself in the rich collection of paintings that celebrate our shared fascination with the uniqueness and diversity of the human form. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to own a piece of art history.
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