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James Turrell: Geometry of Light

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Book Synopsis: Nobody who has experienced an installation by James Turrell forgets the encounter—he makes light tangible in ways that boggle perception and almost seem to defy physics, as if you could reach into the space you see when you close your eyes. A lifelong explorer of perceptual psychology, Turrell is undoubtedly the most influential contemporary light artist, as well as one of America’s most popular artists. In Geometry of Light, the first significant Turrell survey in many years, an extraordinary body of work covering several decades is assessed. At the book’s center is the series of works known as Sky Spaces, a signature Turrell conception in which the sky is made to seem "on top of" the room’s ceiling, and which has become a mini-genre unto itself within light art. Academic, philosophical and art-historical essays explicate these perceptual spaces, whose evolution is closely allied to Turrell’s development of the Roden Crater Project in the Arizona desert, where he began constructing an observatory in 1974. Also included is the latest installation, "Skyspace/Camera Obscura Space," which Turrell conceived for the Zentrum für Internationale Lichtkunst in Unna, Germany. As an undergraduate, James Turrell (born in Los Angeles, 1943) studied psychology and mathematics, transitioning to art only at MFA level. A practicing Quaker, one of his earliest memories is of his grandmother inviting him to "go inside and greet the light" at Quaker meetings. The recipient of several prestigious awards such as Guggenheim and MacArthur Fellowships, Turrell lives in Arizona.

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Experience the unforgettable with James Turrell: Geometry of Light book. Immerse yourself in Turrell's mesmerizing installations that push the boundaries of perception and challenge the laws of physics. Turrell, undoubtedly the most influential contemporary light artist, invites you to explore an extraordinary body of work spanning several decades in this seminal survey. Discover the renowned Sky Spaces series, where Turrell creates an illusion of the sky being "on top of" the room's ceiling, creating a truly immersive experience. Delve into academic and philosophical essays that unravel the intricacies of these perceptual spaces, capturing the evolution of Turrell's genius.

Unleash your curiosity in the Roden Crater Project, an observatory nestled in the Arizona desert that Turrell has been constructing since 1974. Uncover the latest installation, "Skyspace/Camera Obscura Space," specially conceived for the esteemed Zentrum für Internationale Lichtkunst in Unna, Germany. James Turrell's profound understanding of psychology and mathematics, combined with his remarkable artistic talent, is showcased in this captivating book.

As a practicing Quaker, Turrell's deep connection with light is rooted in his early memories of his grandmother's invitation to "greet the light" during Quaker meetings. Recipient of prestigious awards like the Guggenheim and MacArthur Fellowships, Turrell's art has captivated audiences worldwide. Don't miss your chance to own this extraordinary collection that captures the essence of James Turrell's brilliance.

Experience the tangible magic of light. Open your eyes to a world of wonder with James Turrell: Geometry of Light. Get your copy now!

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