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Vitamin D3: Today's Best in Contemporary Drawing is a Phaidon Press survey of contemporary drawing, presenting work by more than 100 artists selected by an international panel of art experts. Its 304-page English-language paperback is suited to readers seeking a broad visual overview of current drawing practices.
At a glance
- Features work by more than 100 artists, nominated by a global panel of more than 70 art experts.
- Covers varied approaches to drawing, from intimate to large-scale works and a diversity of mark-making processes and materials.
- Part of Phaidon's Vitamin series of contemporary art surveys.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The breadth of artists and drawing approaches makes it useful for browsing beyond a single style or medium.
- The 304-page format offers a substantial survey for art and design reference shelves.
Technical specifications
7 specifications| Publisher | Phaidon Press |
|---|---|
| Publication date | Sept. 14 2022 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 304 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1838665715 |
| Weight listed | 1.59 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 25.15 x 2.86 x 29.46 cm |
What to know before buying
- The publisher describes the edition as paperback. At 1.59 kg and 25.15 x 2.86 x 29.46 cm, it is a substantial book rather than a particularly portable reference.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers exploring contemporary drawing and a range of artists and techniques.
- Art students, educators, and collectors looking for a visual survey for reference or browsing.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a practical step-by-step drawing course or a narrowly focused artist monograph.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Aggregate customer ratings lean strongly positive, with most ratings in the five-star category, though some lower ratings are also present. These figures do not explain individual experiences or establish which aspects readers liked. For someone considering a broad contemporary drawing survey, the listing's artist range and page count clarify its intended scope, but ratings alone cannot confirm image reproduction quality or suitability for a particular reader.
Frequently asked questions
What does Vitamin D3 cover?
It surveys contemporary drawing through work by more than 100 artists, with varied scales, mark-making processes, and materials.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 304 pages.
Is this a drawing instruction manual?
The supplied description presents it as a survey of contemporary drawing, not as a step-by-step instructional course.
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