The Art of Star Trek (Hardcover)

by Judith Reeves-Stevens (Author), Garfield Reeves-Stevens (Author) "OVERLEAF One of the earliest design for the Enterprise's bridge, by Pato Guzman..." (more)
Key Phrases: engineering hull, concept painting, pilot episode, Gene Roddenberry, Andrew Probert, Deep Space Nine (more...)

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The Art of Star Trek is a gallery of Trek artwork covers all the different visions of the series over the decades, exploring the talents which have created unusual Trek scenarios and episodes. Even the animated series is included in this coverage, plus the TV shows and the films, making for an involving, inclusive Trek coverage. -- Midwest Book Review

Product Description
A fan's gallery of sketches, drawings, paintings, miniatures, props, graphics, and backstage photographs is a tour of each Star Trek series and offers a visual perspective from a designer's standpoint. 100,000 first printing. $100,000 ad/promo.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 320 pages
• Publisher: Pocket Books; 1St Edition edition (November 1, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0671898043
• ISBN-13: 978-0671898045
• Product Dimensions: 12.2 x 9.8 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #783,533 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Like a visit to the ultimate "Trek" museum, December 1, 2001

By	Michael J. Mazza (Pittsburgh, PA USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 100 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)    (COMMUNITY FORUM 04)

This review is from: The Art of Star Trek (Paperback)

"The Art of Star Trek," by Judith and Garfield Reeves-Stevens, is to date the ultimate "coffee table" book for devoted Star Trek fans. This book, which was published in 1995, covers all aspects of "Trek" history up until its publication date. Through text and plentiful illustrations, the book celebrates the visual artistry that has been such an essential component of the "Trek" phenomenon.

The book deals with each of the specific series from the original until "Voyager," including both the often neglected animated series and the aborted "Phase II" series of the mid-1970s. All films from "Star Trek: The Motion Picture" to "Star Trek Generations" are also covered.

The amount and quality of items in this visual "museum" are astounding. There are behind-the-scenes photos, concept drawings, photos of models, prosthetic makeup designs, storyboards, movie posters from around the world, closeup shots of props, and more. Particularly interesting were the shots of certain props and aliens which were barely seen in fleeting shots, but which represent great imagination and artistry.

Also noteworthy are the drawings which document the evolution of both the original series "Enterprise" and the "Next Generation" ship. I was fascinated by the concept drawings of possible "Enterprises" for the aborted "Phase II" series, as well as by the rejected new uniforms for the first "Next Generation" feature film.

The concise but clear text is a good match for the wealth of glorious, full-color photographs. This book is, from start to finish, a visual feast for "Trek" fans.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful look at evolution of the "look" of Star Trek, March 25, 1997

By A Customer

With the profusion of "making of" books about Star Trek that have come out over the years, one might think there aren't too many aspects of the story that haven't been told. But "The Art of Star Trek" brings out new aspects of the history of the show and the feature films by exploring the evolution of the look and feel of Star Trek's sets, ship models, costumes, and props. Lavishly illustrated in color and black and white, the reader is treated to an intimate look at the entire creative process, from rough conceptual sketches to the finished artwork, props, costumes, sets, etc., as they appeared on the screen! Detailed photographs of props from all incarnations of Star Trek yield some amazing revelations, like Klingon belt buckles made from bubble wrap, and early phasers used in the pilot episodes that have typewriter keys for controls. The story is told chronologically from "The Cage" to Voyager, including some fascinating conceptual pieces from aborted TV series and feature film projects in the 1970s. This is an absolutely gorgeous volume that would make a handsome addition to any Star Trek fan's collection

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A true joy!, September 9, 2002

By	K. Wyatt "ssintrepid" (St. Louis, MO United States) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

My initial reaction to The Art of Star Trek and it's hefty price was skepticism. Once I did purchase it and start running through it, the price could've been twice and I still would've bought this gem. The Art of Star Trek is a pure celebration of everything that Star Trek is and was all the way through it's publication date. It includes articles from the very beginning to the lastest on Voyager and Star Trek Generations. The pictures and drawings are stunning to say the least. This is a book you'll definitely want to add to your collection if you haven't already.