The Daniel Speight Book Block Project Turns Old Covers into Literary Art
Nikki Taylor — October 3, 2012 — Art & Design
References: thesoftcity & designtaxi
If you have old hardcover books that you no longer want, let the Daniel Speight Book Block project take care of them. Speight is a graphic artist from London who collects discarded books and draws on them. When the hardcovers are lined up in a row with the binding facing towards the wall, the books create images of cartoon London architecture.
Speight uses what he describes as "a new form of hand crafted screenprinting" to get the images onto the spines of the books. The Daniel Speight Book Block project pays homage to iconic London landmarks as well as displays lesser known architectural pieces that are aesthetically pleasing.
Daniel Speight gives old books new meaning by turning them into art pieces that are tributes to London's finest buildings. They also beautify cluttered bookshelves.
Speight uses what he describes as "a new form of hand crafted screenprinting" to get the images onto the spines of the books. The Daniel Speight Book Block project pays homage to iconic London landmarks as well as displays lesser known architectural pieces that are aesthetically pleasing.
Daniel Speight gives old books new meaning by turning them into art pieces that are tributes to London's finest buildings. They also beautify cluttered bookshelves.
Trend Themes
1. Book Art - Exploring the creative potential of repurposing old books to create unique works of art.
2. Sustainable Design - Using discarded materials to create visually appealing and environmentally friendly art installations.
3. Urban Aesthetics - Creating art that celebrates and showcases the architectural beauty of cities.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - Artists and designers can find inspiration in repurposing old materials to create innovative and visually stunning pieces.
2. Environmental Conservation - Opportunities exist to promote sustainability through the reuse of discarded items in creative and artistic ways.
3. Tourism and Hospitality - Art installations that showcase the unique architecture of cities can attract tourists and enhance the visitor experience.
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