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10 | ART & DESIGN NEW THIS SEASON ALSO AVAILABLE ISBN: 978-0-7643-6326-9 Size: 9" x 12" (228 x 304 mm) Pages: 304 Price: $65.00 Illustrations: Over 550 color images Binding: hardcover BISAC: ART / Glass AVAILABLE MAY Josh Simpson 50 Years of Visionary Glass Josh Simpson and Sue Reed Introduction by William Warmus The first book on this renowned artist’s entire career and his landmark contributions to the world’s understanding of glass art More than 550 color photos give a visual experience almost as spectacular as seeing the pieces in person Unique insights shared by experts, including William Warmus, Tina Oldknow, and more Through more than 550 beautiful photos and informative (and humorous) narration by the artist, this visual experience reveals the evolution of Josh Simpson’s evocative glass art over the past 50 years. In-depth looks at his several signature series and experimental works illustrate how Simpson has continually explored newways to express— in glass—his fascination with outer space, the natural world, and the workings of the universe. Throughout, text and photo spreads narrate the story of Simpson’s less well-known works, details of his life and process, and his contributions within the craft world. Text by experts in the glass world, including William Warmus, Tina Oldknow, Nezka Pfeifer, and others, supplies additional views. Plus, strategically placed comments from numerous museum curators, along with insights from astrophysicists and space flight professionals, present a unique perspective on the meanings and broad appeal of Simpson’s glass. About the Author Josh Simpson is a wor ld-renowned contemporary glass artist known also for his chemical innovations in inventing new glass types. His work is in the col- lections of the Corning Museum of Glass, the White House Collection of Crafts, the Smithsonian’s Renwick Gallery, Chrysler Museum of Art, and dozens more. www.megaplanet.com Author Location: Shelburne Falls, MA Highlights • The range and variety of Simpson’s work • The uniqueness of each piece, even within a single series • Simpson’s continued mastery of the craft • The consistent high quality and excellence, maintained for 50 years • The artist’s ability to move easily back and forth between production work and exploration of new ideas • The achievement of having created not just one but several signature works that engage so many people BEHIND THE CURTAIN 978-0-7643-6052-7 160 pp. | 8" x 10" (203 x 254 mm) | HC $39.99 US / £36.99 GBP / $56.99 CAD INSPIRATION FROM THE ART OF PAUL J. STANKARD 978-0-7643-6257-6 208 pp. | 8 1/2" x 8 1/2" (215 x 215 mm) | HC | $29.99 US / £27.99 GBP / $42.99 CAD ISBN 978-0-7643-6326-9