Hervé Tullet’s Art of Play

The definitive book for adults from an iconoclast of the childrens book world.Colorful and curious. Experimental and improvisational. Each of Herve Tullets creations, whether the bestselling childrens book Press Here or the internationally traveling Ideal Exhibition, breaks the boundaries of art. Tullet is a renowned author and artist who urges people of any age to create playfully and joyfully. In this deluxe volumepart career-spanning monograph, part artists manifestohe shares his origins, his inspirations, and his methods alongside illustrations, sketches, fine art, and photographs of his installations. Herve Tullets Art of Play features commentary from curator Aaron Ott and childrens literature expert Leonard S. Marcus. Its sure to become a favorite among parents, teachers, and librarians as well as art lovers and creatives. With this book, as with all his work, Herve Tullet invites you to join him on an exuberant journey of creativity.BESTSELLING AUTHOR: Tullet is an New York Timesbestselling author and a perennial favorite among buyers and sellers of childrens books as well as among the art crowd. His books have been translated into many languages, and hes been featured in exhibitions around the world.CREATIVITY FOR EVERYONE: Tullets experiential art delights a range of audiences, from children to museumgoers. It appeals on many levelsas a radically inclusive fine art practice, as a bridge between children and adults, and as a purely joyful experience of color and motion.INSIDE THE ARTISTS PROCESS: This book offers a fascinating glimpse behind the scenes. Tullet describes everything from his use of sketchbooks to his musical inspirations. Creatives in all media will glean valuable insight into the artists process.Perfect for:Fans of Herve TulletArtists, illustrators, and writersCreatives of all stripesParents, teachers, and librarians who love childrens booksContemporary art aficionados

The definitive book for adults from an iconoclast of the children's book world.

Colorful and curious. Experimental and improvisational. Each of Hervé Tullet's creations, whether the bestselling children's bookPress Here or the internationally travelingIdeal Exhibition, breaks the boundaries of art. Tullet is a renowned author and artist who urges people of any age to create playfully and joyfully. In this deluxe volume—part career-spanning monograph, part artist's manifesto—he shares his origins, his inspirations, and his methods alongside illustrations, sketches, fine art, and photographs of his installations.Hervé Tullet's Art of Play features commentary from curator Aaron Ott and children's literature expert Leonard S. Marcus. It's sure to become a favorite among parents, teachers, and librarians as well as art lovers and creatives. With this book, as with all his work, Hervé Tullet invites you to join him on an exuberant journey of creativity.

BESTSELLING AUTHOR: Tullet is an New York Times–bestselling author and a perennial favorite among buyers and sellers of children's books as well as among the art crowd. His books have been translated into many languages, and he's been featured in exhibitions around the world.

CREATIVITY FOR EVERYONE: Tullet's experiential art delights a range of audiences, from children to museumgoers. It appeals on many levels—as a radically inclusive fine art practice, as a bridge between children and adults, and as a purely joyful experience of color and motion.

INSIDE THE ARTIST'S PROCESS: This book offers a fascinating glimpse behind the scenes. Tullet describes everything from his use of sketchbooks to his musical inspirations. Creatives in all media will glean valuable insight into the artist's process.

Perfect for:

• Fans of Hervé Tullet
• Artists, illustrators, and writers
• Creatives of all stripes
• Parents, teachers, and librarians who love children's books
• Contemporary art aficionados