Nancy Crow [Hardcover]

Nancy Crow (Author), Jean Robertson (Foreword)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1, 2006

World-renowned quilter Nancy Crow's work is presented for a general audience for the first time in this volume. Divided into nine major quilt series, the book shows not only the diversity and dynamism of Crow's work, but also many of the artifacts and places that inspired her. With excerpts from her journals and sketch books combined with side panels that track important events in her life, this book also gives insight into how Crow's thinking and art evolved after major events in her life. Many of the featured quilts have never before been photographed.

Editorial Reviews

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"Not just a catalog of wonderful artworks but an introduction to an equally impressive person, this book is a fine example of creative spirit and artistic insight. Highly recommended."  —Library Journal

"Beautiful art monograph...full-color photographs and engaging text."  —Fiberarts magazine

"A page turner from quilt to quilt, each a tour de force of color and design."  —

Columbus Dispatch

"This book offers a rare and comprehensive insight into the work and life of a true artist...informative and inspirational."  —Selvedge magazine

"This book, like the author, makes a phenomenal statement about quilting, art, textiles, self-expression, [and] the creative process."  —American Quilt Retailer

"The stunning color [and] insightful text . . . combine to make this a book to please any quilter or lover of quilts."  —Piecework magazine

"The book succeeds admirably . . . an inspiring volume on several levels."  —Surface Design Journal

"[Nancy Crow] stands at the forefront of innovative quiltmaking and...is one of the premier colorists in contemporary American art."  —Jean Robertson, Smithsonian Archives of American Art

About the Author

Nancy Crow is an art quilter whose work is on permanent display at several world-class art museums, including the Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian Institute, the American Craft Museum–New York City, and the Museum of American Folk Art. She is a fellow of the American Crafts Council, a member of the Quilters' Hall of Fame, and a recipient of the National Living Treasure Award. She lives in Baltimore, Ohio. Jean Robertson is an associate professor of art history at Indiana University.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 324 pages
• Publisher: Breckling Press (June 1, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1933308036
• ISBN-13: 978-1933308036
• Product Dimensions: 12.1 x 10 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (33 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #475,671 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Nancy Crow, August 21, 2006

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Larry E. Wills "Barb" (Prescott Arizona) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Nancy Crow (Hardcover)

As with everything she does, Nancy Crow has done an intensive,comprehensive and excellent job with her recently released book.

She shares her thoughts,struggles,ideas,creative process, influences,living and working environments and her powerful abstract art quilts.

The many four page fold outs allow the viewer to see in large scale her art quilts and design details and notes from her Sketchbooks, not normally done by many artists of her renown.

The full color image quality and the comprehensive text allow the reader to feel as if they are sitting in her studio having a discussion with Nancy.

A visual feast of powerful colors and designs as well as detailed text on her work and her processes makes this book a valuable resource for artists in all media, art collectors, gallery owners and museum and college libraries.

23 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An art book to treasure!, June 24, 2006

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Elizabeth Goodwin "goforart" (Pittsburgh, PA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Nancy Crow (Hardcover)

Wow! Visually this book is overwhelming with its gorgeous photographs of Nancy Crow's series of quilts to date. The evolution of her work is fascinating to read and she almost answers 'how does she do it?' You'll follow her thought processes as she leaves one of her original and successful series and proceeds to a totally different style. You'll learn how some of these compositions have been strongly influenced by what is happening around, or to, her life and how she allows these experiences to take her further in her art explorations.

The book does not detail the dimensions of her busy life which includes teaching classes around the world, speaking engagements, leading two art tours a year to international destinations, nurturing her home, family, and farm, and designing unique fabrics. Here is a person who lives her art.

A highly recommended book which will change your idea of the word "quilt.".

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Rich and passionate, August 5, 2006

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This review is from: Nancy Crow (Hardcover)

Nancy's committment to excellence and passion for her art shines through in this glorious book detailing her recent work. A visual treat for all. Clearly a book to savor.