His work includes caves, oceans, mountains and valleys, each with their own story and beautiful amazing amounts of detail to create these surreal book scapes. Bear carvings the burly bears hand carved bear line features,one of a kind solid wood carvings that bring the natural feel of the woods in to any setting. Not only is he a very accomplished painter and sculptor, but guy is also a highly. An unofficial fan page that aims to spawn further interest and appreciation in laramees very unique art. These book sculptures or book carvings were created by canadan creative, guy laramee. If you arent familiar with laramee s work, his art reflects that of recent experiences. Unlike traditional book sculptures, guy laramee adds textures and colors to capture the true essence of each setting while using the pages of the books as his foundation. Bear carvings smokey bear collectible sculpture or carved bears from fishing bear, golfing bear, campfire bears, lantern bear, bear tables, bear lamps, mailbox bear, welcome bear with sign, you got it. Guy laramees latest book carvings of brazilian mountains. In a pair of collections, titled biblios and the great wall, laramee used book pages to represent strata in. Mar 05, 2012 canadian artist guy laramee has found a new use for old books.
Among his sculptural works are two incredible series of carved book landscapes and structures entitled biblios and the great wall. This free mountain man cane topper pattern can be used for your next walking stick, cane, talking stick, or even as a wizards wand project another free wood carving pattern by lora s. Yatzer caught up with the artist to discover his approaches to his practice and discussed human primitiveness, sandblasting and artistic freedom. For guy laramee, though, a books contents arent the only important aspect either. They are great indoors or on your front porch as a greeter to all that visit. If this is the best you can do you are probably better off keeping it for the sentimental value. For guy laramee previously, though, a books contents arent the. It is the largest repository of comics in the world, and unfortunately i forget the estimated number of comics but im pretty sure it was in. Sheri bakes film on sheri bakes by cbc arts sheri bakes is a canadian painter living and working on vancouver island in british columbia. His series entitled the great wall and biblios represent the degradation of human culture and show glacial landscapes, deep valleys and plateaus.
Artist guy laramee has recently completed a number of amazingly beautiful sculptural works created entirely of carved books. For the better part of three decades multidisciplinary artist guy laramee has worked as a stage writer, director, composer, a fabricator of musical instruments, a singer, sculptor, painter and writer. Next below is a collection of labree, guy art prints. If you are an animal lover and want to look at ways to show your love a wood carving is a great way. Over all good shape with the only blemish being a few light scratches on the back. Both with gentle toning, palais mounted to window mat with brown paper tape and cellophane tape spaced along the edges, opera. Guy laramee home projects bookwork paintingdrawing dioramas installation performing arts mixed media commissions info artist statement. By carving into a text, artist guy laramee finds a new way. She received a bfa from the emily carr university in 1998, and began exhibiting in 2002. The artist is known for carving books into stunningly complex landscapes, with the scenes often inspired by the subject matter of his chosen materials. These books in particular are a culmination of past events that were very deep in his heart and has become a dedication to the mysterious forces thanks to. Guy laramee previously on amusing planet who specializes in book carving has unveiled his latest series of book sculptures, where he captures the mystique of the native birds of the brazilian region serra do corvo branco range of the white raven through both portrait and carved landscape. Book carvings book carving is an artform of mine which came about as a means to rebel against the constant need for people to offer reasons for artists works.
Initially, we started out buying and selling used textbooks see our store on, and have since branched out into selling curated book lots, as well as rare and. Artwork by guy laramee hailing from quebec, fellow canadian guy laramee is a man with many talents. Incredible landscapes carved into books twistedsifter. Jonathan the bear man is a wyoming artist, specializing in wood carving, sculpture and relief art. Seeing this printed matter as far more than text, he transforms the likes of large encyclopedias and dictionaries into incredible works of book art.
These limited edition works of art andor their respective images may or may not be currently available. By carving into a text, artist guy laramee finds a new way to. Estimated secondary market pricing will be provided if available but are not guaranteed to be accurate. Guy laramee has impressed us with some truly amazing masterpieces in the form of landscapes carved in books. Your destination for new, used, vintage and antiquarian books, and curated book lots of all sorts. New carvings patriotic pins plaques plaque holders seasidewater upcoming shows contact us order form bunting 35.
Landscapes carved out of books by guy laramee part of montreal based artist guy laramee s new series titled guan yin where he transforms book pages into phenomenal landscapes. With more than 30 years of practice, guys work has been seen and heard in galleries and theaters around the world. Guy laramee has taken book art to a whole new level, carving realistic landscapes across various volumes. Rather than reading material, they become sprawling mountain landscapes, grassy knolls, and icy caverns. Not only is he a very accomplished painter and sculptor, but guy is also a highly regarded musician, composer and stage director. Click on any image for a fullsized, printable pattern for your personal use. Outdated encyclopedias brilliantly carved into book. See more ideas about book sculpture, art and book art. More works from book carver, guy laramee here are more pictures from guy laramee s series of work featuring landscapes carved into vintage books. We are an online bookstore, selling on ebay and amazon, with headquarters in denver, colorado. He turns them into works of art by whittling them into landscapes. Jonathan is known for his capture and love of the wilderness.
Canadian artist guy laramee has found a new use for old books. Nezs expertise and knowledge of ceremonies and clothing of his people in the navajo nation is well illustrated in his paintings. Canadian artist guy laramee has used old books as the medium for his miniature sculptures. Outdated encyclopedias brilliantly carved into book sculptures of fantastical lands. Jonathan pageau carves eastern orthodox icons and other traditional christian images in wood and stone. His work centers on the mountains and all its inhabitants.
Last week tom, mike, and i traveled up to the main location of mile high comics a warehouse located at 46th and jason st, in denver, co. My work, in 3d as well as in painting, originates from the very idea that ultimate knowledge could very well be an erosion instead of. Stone bear gallery not just bears carvings vance theoret. The human spirit transcends the known through the work of guy laramee who combines the old philosophies of asian arts and zen and draws. Copyright stone studio thanks for visiting when youre in gisborne come and see us at work. Click here for list of colorado locations selling our products or call 970 390 4437. My work, in 3d as well as in painting, originates from the very idea that ultimate knowledge could very well be an erosion instead of an accumulation. His work includes caves, oceans, mountains and valleys, each with their own story and beautiful amazing amounts of detail to create these surreal bookscapes. The skilled excavator, who is also an accomplished music composer, stage writer and director, and painter, has created two series of carved. The answer will only be determined over time, but guy laramee has found a use for old paper books thats a lot better than just throwing them in the trash. Custom sculpture of angry bears with teeth or a bear on all 4s.
Ben is general manager and founder of supersogo, a startup which oversees various projects in thailand, including. After carving landscapes and structures into old books, guy then paints them in varied colours. Onsite carvings site carvings are performed on site as an alternative to removing a tree. His artwork reflects his love of the great outdoors, and of course, bears. Eastern orthodox and western medieval carvings in wood and stone by jonathan pageau. Rocky mountain carving creations will then carve the tree where it stands. See more ideas about book sculpture, book art and art.
In a pair of collections, titled biblios and the great wall, laramee used book pages to represent strata in a number of landscape carvings. Incredible book landscapes by guy laramee thearthunters. Free mountain man cane carving pattern by lora irish. Leather carvings all these pictures have been hand carved from a raw leather hide and painted with leather inks and acrylics.
Canadian artist guy laramee has recently published a new series of his amazing book landscapes which are made by carving old books, dictionaries and encyclopedias. He has received commissions for churches and individuals from all continents. Nez is an outstanding painter and his depictions are true to character. The owner usually has the tree topped or cut, leaving a specified height. There are lots of animals that people love and want to have around them. Cbs this morning special correspondent jeff glor reports. Carved book landscapes by guy laramee we are handsome. Jun 14, 2012 guy laramee is back with some new book sculptures that continue to become more and more impressive. Jan 02, 2012 hailing from quebec, fellow canadian guy laramee is a man with many talents.
We had ordered a custom gift for my wedding anniversary and we found it to. Currently exhibiting near quebec, his guan yin series features old encyclopedias and thick books carved with landscapes of mountains, valleys, caves and waves. Shipping for carvings is determined in the shopping cart after you enter your shipping information. Book carvings by guy laramee book sculpture, book art. Started in breckenridge, colorado, breck bears specializes in chainsaw carvings, outdoor furniture, and no rust cast aluminum statuary. Montrealbased artist guy laramee previously recently unveiled a new. Magnificent new carved book landscapes and architecture by guy. We had ordered a custom gift for my wedding anniversary and we found it to be perfectly crafted and delivered on time. Wherever i turned there seemed to be someone trying to force upon me their interpretation of artworks and what the artist was attempting to convey. Currently exhibiting near quebec, his guan yin series features old encyclopedias and thick books carved with. Unfollow bear carving to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. He calls his new project guan yin and dedicates it to the mysterious forces thanks to which we can traverse ordeals.
Guy laramee interview book landscapes book sculptures. These books in particular are a culmination of past events that were very deep in his heart and has become a dedication to the mysterious forces thanks to which we. Wood carvings from the studio of jonathan the bear man. They are great indoors or on your front porch as a greeter to all that visit we also do custom pieces to you design specifications. Guy laramees latest book carvings of brazilian mountains master sculptor guy laramee previously on amusing planet who specializes in book carving has unveiled his latest series of book sculptures, where he captures the mystique of the native birds of the brazilian region serra do corvo branco range of the white raven.
Sheri bakes artwork presented by foster white gallery, seattle. The rich visual, liturgical and theological heritage found in traditional carving from byzantine ivories to celtic crosses to romanesque capitals is inexhaustible. Watercolor and ink on paper, sheet size 19 x 24 in. Wood carvings from the studio of jonathan the bear man mark marquis 20170425t02. Artist guy laramee is known for his unique relationship with the humble hardcover book. Guy laramee is back with some new book sculptures that continue to become more and more impressive. Artist guy laramee creates amazing miniature book landscapes out of old books, dictionaries and encyclopedias. So i carve landscapes out of books and i paint romantic landscapes, says the artist on his website.
Master sculptor guy laramee previously on amusing planet who specializes in book carving has unveiled his latest series of book sculptures, where he captures the mystique of the native birds of the brazilian region serra do corvo branco range of the white raven through both portrait and carved landscape. Jan 30, 2012 the human spirit transcends the known through the work of guy laramee who combines the old philosophies of asian arts and zen and draws energy from romanticism. There are other people that love the existence of animals that are wild. The montrealbased artist repurposes encyclopedic volumes and series of dictionaries to create topographic carvings that dip into and excavate the pages, framing the physical object as a work of art in itself. Bakes paintings deal with light and atmospheric motion in nature. An amazing collection with book landscapes made by guy laramee to start this new week with guys work, in 3d as well as in painting which we dont have in this post but is almost as great as these pieces, originates from the very idea that ultimate knowledge could very well be an erosion instead of an accumulation. You have read some of my favorite quotes from others about jonathans character and his art. Theres a wellknown saying that you shouldnt judge a book by its cover. If you arent familiar with laramees work, his art reflects that of recent experiences. This project is dedicated to the mysterious forces thanks to which we can traverse ordeals gl.
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