Medusa: A Tin Drum Production

A stunning artist's book titled "Medusa" explores the themes of emerging technologies, nature, and architecture in the context of the climate crisis. It features contributions from renowned writers, academics, and thinkers and showcases original artwork by Tin Drum. The book is a meditation on the relationship between humans and architecture in a rapidly changing world and includes fascinating conversations with architects, cultural anthropologists, and authors. "Medusa" is a visually stunning art object that employs multiple inks, foils, papers, and processes.

Format: Hardback
Length: 324 pages
Publication date: 27 April 2023
Publisher: Hurtwood Press

A Stunning Art Book About Tin Drums MR Installation, Medusa

Medusa, a mesmerizing mixed reality installation created by Tin Drum, delves into profound questions about the nature of architecture and its role in a world grappling with the climate crisis. This captivating project, directed by Yoyo Munk and produced by Tin Drum, made its debut at the 2021 London Design Festival, held at the prestigious Victoria & Albert Museum.

In his debut book, Yoyo Munk embarks on a thoughtful exploration of the themes surrounding Medusa. Reflecting on our evolving relationship with architecture in the age of rapid technological advancements and the ongoing mass extinction, Munk offers a timely and poignant reflection on climate grief. Medusa features captivating conversations between Munk and renowned architects and collaborators, including Sou Fujimoto, James Bridle, Veronica Strang, and Seirian Sumner. These conversations shed light on the interdisciplinary nature of architecture and its potential to address the pressing challenges of our time.

Adding a poetic dimension to the narrative, Octavia Bright, the author of "This Ragged Grace: A Memoir of Recovery and Renewal," contributes a dazzling poetic contribution that intersperses throughout the book. Medusa, an art object in its own right, showcases a stunning array of materials, techniques, and processes. The book is meticulously crafted, employing multiple inks, foils, papers, and printing methods, resulting in a visually captivating and immersive experience.

Through its exploration of emergent technologies, nature, and architecture, Medusa offers a thought-provoking meditation on our interconnectedness and the urgent need for sustainable solutions. This captivating artists book serves as a testament to the power of art to inspire, provoke, and catalyze change. Whether you are an architect, a student of design, or simply someone passionate about the intersection of art and society, Medusa is a must-read that will leave you inspired and challenged.

Weight: 1172g
Dimension: 214 x 247 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780903696661