We're sharing the first part of our Colossal Year in Review series a little bit early. Below, you'll find our staff's favorite art books published this year, from artist monographs, surveys, and historical reflections to prove that art really does make the world a better place.
Book of Earth: A Guide to Ochre, Pigment, and Raw ColorHeidi Gustafson of the Early Futures Ochre Archive takes us on a journey through rare pigments and their landscapes in a celebration of the unique qualities of earthen materials. Each chapter is dedicated to an aspect of her massive collection, which contains more than 600 samples. Captivating and insightful, the volume elucidates the world of natural color, challenging our perceptions of terrain and the inanimate world, and includes practical advice and techniques for creating your own pigments.
The first monograph of the pioneering artist's work, Simone Leigh encompasses two decades of Leigh's sculptures, videos, and installations, all of which center on Black women and the aesthetics of Africa and the African diaspora. The book also coincides with the artists's first major museum survey, which is currently on tour across the U.S., and contains writings by some of today's most brilliant thinkers.
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