Taken by Storm: The Album Art of Storm Thorgerson

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Thorgerson's prolific album art is presented in full-colour and includes in-depth analysis of each image including the themes and motivations that inspired the work as well as the practical details involved in producing each stunning image. This work includes new material from the last five years, none of which has been previously published in book form. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR001466884

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Synopsis: Taken By Storm is a superb selection of British artist Storm Thorgerson’s work over the past 30 years. It features the best of Hipgnosis, Pink Floyd, and the Storm Studios and is a visual equivalent of a greatest hits album! Thorgerson’s prolific album art is presented in full-color and includes in-depth analysis of each image, including the themes and motivations that inspired the work as well as the practical details involved in producing each stunning image. Includes new material from the last five years, none of which has been previously published in book form. Great for music and art lovers alike!

About the Author: Storm Thorgerson is the English artist who was was a key member of the British graphic art group known as Hipgnosis. He designed many of the most famous album covers of all time, including Pink Floyd's instantly-recognizable Dark Side Of The Moon. He's directed numerous rock videos, long forms, commericals and TV documentaries. He continues to design covers for Phish, Ian Dury, Cranberries, Pink Floyd, Catherine Wheel, Alan Parsons, and others. He lives in London.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Taken by Storm: The Album Art of Storm ...
Publisher: Omnibus Press, United Kingdom, London
Publication Date: 2007
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good