Tuesday, April 02, 2013

Book Giveaway: People & Portraits

I just LOVE Martha Sielman's series of art quilt books.  I had already pre-ordered her newest one, "People & Portraits", but then received an extra copy from the publisher for review.  (They needn't worry about my review ... the book is absolutely gorgeous.)

Here's a link to Martha's website.
So now I have an extra copy, and will give it away, FREE to a Commenter.  The winner will be chosen by my Random Number Generator (aka "Fifi").  The drawing will be held this coming Monday, April 8, so please leave me a Comment if you would like this book.

And now for the review ... Well, I'm always impressed with Lark books in general, and with anything put out by Martha Sielman.  The combination of the two makes for a beautiful reading and browsing experience.  The paperback cover is sturdy and the pages are very high quality, so that the pictures (after all, that's what we buy these books for!) are large, sharp and clear.  As far as I can tell from the images of art quilts that I've actually seen in person, the color reproduction is spot-on.

There is a clear Table of Contents that is broken down by artist and by gallery type ... Happiness, Contemplation, Community, Icons, Family and Friends, Work, and Play.  I love being able to compare and contrast the individual works in these categories.  In addition, there is an alphabetical Artist Index, plus 21 well-written profiles of major artists.

Of course, I long for profiles on each of the other 100 artists, but you can only cram so much into a beautifully-produced art book, retail priced at $24.95!  Martha has done a masterful job of selecting the artists, the art, and the photography for this book ... not to mention the writing.  I am a happy owner of this new treasure, and it's definitely a "keeper"!


29 comments:

  1. Can't wait to see the book. Linda, I always appreciate your reviews - concise and helpful!

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  2. I saw the cover piece in person at the MidAtlantic Quilt Festival in February in Hampton, VA.
    I would LOVE to own this book!
    And thank you for your reviews, too!
    ~Lauren T. Furey

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  3. This would be a great bedside book. I love people quilts.
    Joanne Kourtz

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  4. Some of my favorite artists are in the book. I'd love a copy. I have her other book about nature and it is wonderful. This one is probably following in those footsteps.
    Marilyn

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  5. Wow! I have so admired Martha Sielman's work. Even if I don't win, I will have to purchase the book.

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  6. Just the cover is enough to motivate me to try a portrait! Human faces are so fascinating and so difficult to re-create. Kudos to Martha once again!

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  7. Thanks for the chance to win this lovely book. I just know it's filled with inspiration!
    Susan Parker---jdprkr@pacbell.net

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  8. I love the cover quilt! I would love to win this book, thanks for the generous giveaway!

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  9. I would love to have this book, Linda! Will keep my fingers crossed )))

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  10. I've read two very positive reviews of this book and would love to win it. Thanks so much for the opportunity.

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  11. This would make a great addition to anyone's collection. Thanks for the review!

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  12. I would love to have this book. Thank you for the opportunity to win it.

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  13. I have loved these books as well. The traveling exhibits by the artists are truly outstanding. They always make me proud to be a fiber artist. I don't have this book, so thanks for the chance to win it!

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  14. Thanks for offering this book; Martha's work is consistently outstanding.
    Nancy
    nygilpin@gmail.com

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  15. This looks like the thing that might boost my creative urge again. If I don't win, I'll buy, on your rec. Thanks for the nudge.

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  16. People and Portraits - my favorite art quilt subjects. Thank you for offering this lovely book in your drawing.

    Karol

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  17. I too love Martha's excellent books, thanks for the opportunity to own this one! Ani

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  18. Love your thoughtful and helpful blog. Oscar Silva's work was amazing. And now I need to buy humungous Goddess sheets!

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  19. I would love a chance to win this book.

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  20. ohhhh I want one! So glad she wrote this book - can't wait to read it!

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  21. Hi Linda! Thanks for this opportunity.
    If you will ship also overseas, I'd love to be in the draw :)

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  22. So put me in the drawing Miss Linda:). The bog coat...I learned back in my sewing days that floaty fabrics do better when making baggy garments but don't spend a fortune on THE fabulous piece of rayon in case you don't like it....

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  23. Hi Linda - read about your blog giveaway on the QuiltArt List - also, I am going to have to google "bog coat" to see what they look like - I may have a pattern for one I purchased years ago. The book looks gorgeous! You write a good review. Thanks, Denise L.

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  24. Count me in! The book looks like a keeper!

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  25. Would love to own that book. Maria Elkins' portrait on the cover is simply phenomenal.
    Marilyn

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  26. I have a couple of Martha's books already. She is a wonderful editor. I'm so glad she is head of SAQA. Hope you are well. I should have a machine in a month or so for my frame, so I hope we'll get together to set it up. Thanks!

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  27. Nice review, Linda! I'd love to add another Martha book to my collection. I can provide a U.S. mailing address. Thanks!

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