Lorna Simpson Collages: (Art Books, Contemporary Art Books, Collage Art Books)

Cover; Title; Dedication; Copyright; Table of Contents; Introduction "Of the black & boisterous hair"; Artist Statement; The Collages; Earth & Sky; Ebony; Jet; Riunite & Ice; Chronicle Ebooks;This book showcases the exquisite collage work of internationally acclaimed artist Lorna Simpson. Combining vintage advertising images of Black women and men with colorful ink washes, striking geological formations, and dreamy skyscapes, Simpson creates fantastical coiffures that pay homage to the beauty of Black hair. A lyrical introduction by eminent poet Elizabeth Alexander rounds out this volume. "Black women's heads of hair are galaxies unto themselves, solar systems, moonscapes, volcanic interiors."
—Elizabeth Alexander, from the Introduction

Using advertising photographs of black women (and men) drawn from vintage issues of Ebony and Jet magazines, the exquisite and thought-provoking collages of world-renowned artist Lorna Simpson explore the richly nuanced language of hair. Surreal coiffures made from colorful ink washes, striking geological formations from old textbooks, and other unexpected forms and objects adorn the models to mesmerizingly beautiful effect.

Featuring 160 artworks, an artist's statement, and an introduction by poet, author, and scholar Elizabeth Alexander, this volume celebrates the irresistible power of Simpson's visual vernacular. "Black women's heads of hair are galaxies unto themselves, solar systems, moonscapes, volcanic interiors." —Elizabeth Alexander, from the Introduction Using advertising photographs of black women (and men) drawn from vintage issues of Ebony and Jet magazines, the exquisite and thought-provoking collages of world-renowned artist Lorna Simpson explore the richly nuanced language of hair. Surreal coiffures made from colorful ink washes, striking geological formations from old textbooks, and other unexpected forms and objects adorn the models to mesmerizingly beautiful effect. Featuring 160 artworks, an artist's statement, and an introduction by poet, author, and scholar Elizabeth Alexander, this volume celebrates the irresistible power of Simpson's visual vernacular. This Book Showcases The Exquisite Collage Work Of Internationally Acclaimed Artist Lorna Simpson. Combining Vintage Advertising Images Of Black Women And Men With Colorful Ink Washes, Striking Geological Formations, And Dreamy Skyscapes, Simpson Creates Fantastical Coiffures That Pay Homage To The Beauty Of Black Hair. A Lyrical Introduction By Eminent Poet Elizabeth Alexander Rounds Out This Volume. Introduction: Of The Black & Boisterous Hair / Elizabeth Alexander -- Artist Statement / Lorna Simpson -- The Collages. Earth & Sky ; Ebony ; Jet ; Riunite & Ice. Introduction By Elizabeth Alexander.