Rooftops of Paris sketchbook

Books on Paris are numerous, but there is a scarcity of literature that focuses on the city's rooftops and the breathtaking views they offer. "Rooftops of Paris" is a unique artistic collaboration that presents a captivating perspective of the city from its rooftops, showcasing the lesser-known corners and hidden gems alongside iconic landmarks. Through the meticulous watercolour illustrations of French illustrator Fabrice Moireau and the evocative and poetic text by Belgian writer Carl Norac, the book invites readers to explore a new and enchanting side of Paris, offering a protective refuge from the rain, wind, and architectural monotony.

Format: Hardback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 01 June 2023
Publisher: Les Editions du Pacifique

Paris is a city that has been the subject of numerous books, but there is a scarcity of literature that focuses on its rooftops and the breathtaking views they offer. Rooftops of Paris is a captivating invitation to embark on a journey to a new and unfamiliar realm within a city that is renowned for its rich historical and cultural heritage. This remarkable collection of quirky yet delightful artwork presents a unique perspective of Paris as seen from its rooftops, showcasing the artistic endeavors of French illustrator Fabrice Moireau and Belgian writer Carl Norac. Moireau has dedicated himself to an in-depth exploration of Paris, meticulously surveying it from rooftop level with the keen eye of an entomologist. In this book, he captures the city's lesser-known corners and hidden gems, alongside its iconic landmarks, offering unconventional angles and fresh ways of appreciating a beloved metropolis. This other side of Paris—this levitated, almost unreal world—is an extravagant tapestry of ingenious shapes and forms that provide protection from rain, wind, and architectural monotony. The captions accompanying the paintings are penned in Moireau's own handwriting, while the evocative and poetic text was crafted by Norac, an award-winning poet, playwright, and author of children's books. The writer goes beyond mere description to capture some of the wild and poetic imaginings inspired by these rooftops.

Weight: 758g
Dimension: 288 x 249 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9782878682823