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Over and Over: A Catalog of Hand-Drawn Patterns

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I've reviewed a few books on patterns, and they are always refreshing. Over and Over is not exception.

The beautiful cover enticed me to pick it up actually. It's a 256-page paperback with everything printed non-glossy.

There's a great variety of fun looking patterns, all hand-drawn by the 55 artists featured. Everything has that organic and traditional feel, as with hand drawn art. They are all visually captivating and unique.

If you work with patterns, this book should be a good resource for new ideas.

Other good books on patterns:
- Experimental Pattern Sourcebook: 300 Inspired Designs from Around the World
- Print and Pattern
- Constellations: An Inspirational Sourcebook of Repeat Patterns

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(There are more pictures of this book on my blog. Just visit my Amazon profile for the link.)

For artists who work with pattern this book is a must have. I didn't think twice about ordering it and it's full of inspiration that will have you rushing for pen and paper. Textile artists would also benefit.

Mike Perry is amazing. This book is another must-have for your art-inspired bookshelf. He pulls together intricate patterns/designs from different artists to build a true array of hand-drawn art. It's a great mixture of inspiring patterns and tells the story of each artist as well as the importance of hand-drawn art and illustrations. The art of handmade was getting left behind by the digital age, but artists like Mike Perry are helping to show everyone the importance of pen and ink...

To put it simply: hand-drawn is where it's at.

As a graphic designer, finding inspiration is very important to me and this book does a great job in doing so. I would highly recommend this book for anyone who wants inspiration.

I preffer other Perry's book "Hand Job: A Catalog of Type" but this is a great book too. There are a lot of work hand drawn and repiting by computer to obtein a pattern

A great book -- creative, inspirational. A worthwhile addition to a design library