Philip Hughes
Tracks: Walking the Ancient Landscapes of Britain
Tracks: Walking the Ancient Landscapes of Britain
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Philip Hughes' artwork records eleven iconic walks across the UK, inspired by maps, aerial photographs, and electronic survey techniques. The artworks feature important heritage sites and evoke the mood and atmosphere of the awe-inspiring landscapes.
\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 192 pages
\n Publication date: 04 April 2019
\n Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd
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In a remarkable collection of over 140 meticulously reproduced artworks, artist Philip Hughes takes us on a captivating journey across the length and breadth of Britain, showcasing eleven iconic walks that span from the majestic Allt Coire Pheiginn in Scotland to the picturesque Zennor Head in Cornwall. Drawing inspiration from maps, aerial photographs, and electronic survey techniques, Hughes creates clean, spacious artworks that are filled with vibrant blocks of colour. These captivating creations make contemporary some of the most ancient and formidable landmarks of the British Isles.
Hughes' artworks, often accompanied by written notes, archaeological scans, and contour maps, showcase significant heritage sites, including Neolithic settlements like Maes Howe in Orkney, standing stones like Stonehenge, the majestic Three Peaks in Yorkshire, and places of profound mystery and beauty, such as the awe-inspiring Silbury Hill, the oldest and tallest artificial mound in Europe. The notebook spreads are filled with exquisite drawings and paintings made on the spot, as well as vivid extracts from Hughes' diaries and notes, which help to evoke the mood and atmosphere of the awe-inspiring landscapes.
This beautiful and reflective book is a treasure for artists, walkers, and anyone with a deep appreciation for ancient sites nestled within the landscape. It features an enlightening introduction by writer Kay Syrad and short prefaces to each of the sections written by Hughes himself. With its stunning visuals and insightful content, this book will resonate with a wide audience, inspiring and captivating those who seek to explore the beauty and history of Britain's natural wonders.
\n Weight: 1096g\n
Dimension: 243 x 270 x 14 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780500295366\n \n
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