Book of life by david kracov, 3d metal sculpture, 2017. Those of you who follow me on twitter, know that i have a lot of love for a sculpture called book of life by artist david kracov. The metal sculpture, which stands at around half a meter tall, is a tribute to the extraordinary life of rabbi yossi raichik, director. Ive always thought that it would be wonderful to give old books a second life. The 2547 handpainted butterflies represent each of the children who escaped. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Available for sale from eden fine art, david kracov, book of life. Book of life by artist david kraco book sculpture, book art. The metal sculpture, which stands at around half a meter tall, is a tribute to the extraordinary life of rabbi yossi. Artist david kracov was commissioned to create an award to be given in. Kracovs vibrant color palette shows up in his unique steel wall sculptures that begin with hundreds of small sketches. The spirit of ink solo exhibition in mumbai, india dr.
The metal sculpture, which stands at around half a metre tall, is a tribute to the extraordinary life. The whole sculpture rests on a wooden black painted base with protection for your sculpture made out of book paper shaping in a form of a tree with a swing. I never know what will fill the pages until i sit down and begin writing. Each character i sculpted, and every butterfly i painted, transported me. The artist created the metal sculpture, standing at half a meter tall, in tribute to the life of rabbi yossi raichik, director of charbads children of chernobyl organisation. David kracov my heart is all a flutter butterflies wall. David kracov book of life 2018 available for sale artsy. David kracov book of life artwork, freestanding metal sculpture. Check out this stunning sculpture called book of life from artist david kracov. David kracov book of life 2015 available for sale artsy. Jan 20, 2020 david kracov, whose paintbrush is guided by the everchanging muse of pop culture, whose clay is shaped by the witty puns of the english language, and. His proudest commission is a sculpture he made for the holocaust museum of st. The metal sculpture, which stands at around half a.
Have a look at the process of the amazing david kracov book of life artworks in the making. Available for sale from eden fine art, david kracov, book of life 2018, free standing metal sculpture, 44. Art introduction david kracov, book of life ode to art. Each and every book of love includes different poems from poets i have admired, as well as my own personal thoughts. Jan 20, 2017 book of love is a handmade, oneofakind, steel sculpture, and david writes different prose and poems in every sculpture, so each and every book of love is truly unique. Jan 03, 2018 view the process of the amazing david kracov book of life artworks in the making. At the age of 12, after winning first place in an art competition, he became one of the youngest artists ever to be showcased in the boston museum of fine arts. David was recently commissioned to create a sculpture in honor of cocacolas 125th anniversary. Colorfullmetalsculpturesbydavidkracovartistsiloboyou.
David kracov the chernobyl disaster is still strongly present in many peoples lives, which is why artist david kracov created the book of life, a tribute to. David kracovs breathtaking sculpture entitled the book of life will really give you butterflies the metal sculpture, which stands at around half a metre tall, is a tribute to the extraordinary life of rabbi yossi raichik, director of charbads children of chernobyl organisation. The book of life by david kracov just imagine daily. David kracov ode to art contemporary art gallery with. David kracov iconic sculpture my heart is all a flutter butterflies metal wall sculpture for more visit our website. Nov 01, 2000 modeling with polymer clay artist s library series kracov, david on. Dorit levinstein, david kracov, becca lane and randy cooper. I love to read, and from an early age enjoyed poetry. Unfollow david kracov to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Fluttering book of life by david kracov artists inspire artists.
Post the most beautiful examples of book sculptures. The book of life by david kracov butterfly books, book. Bhau daji lad museum in collaboration with idf singapore, ode to art, and the consulategeneral of the republic of singapore presents the spirit of ink by singapores pioneer artist. David kracov, whose paintbrush is guided by the everchanging muse of pop culture, whose clay is shaped by the witty puns of the english language, and whose designs are brought to life by his literary prowess, has left his unmistakable fingerprint on the world of modern art. Find an indepth biography, exhibitions, original artworks for sale, the latest news, and sold auction prices. He is known for his metal wall sculptures and looney tunes shadow boxes.
David kracov bringing life to colors 2015 available. David kracov book of life, 2019 3 layer metal wall scuplture 58 x 48 x 45cm enquire. Kracov s vibrant color palette shows up in his unique steel wall sculptures that begin with hundreds of small sketches. Called the book of life, it was inspired by the extraordinary life of rabbi yossi raichik, a man who saved thousands of childrens lives from the devastating effects of the chernobyl. The metal sculpture, which stands at around half a metre tall, is a tribute to the extraordinary life of rabbi yossi. Regarding the start of spring, and the colorful idea that the word reminds us, today i present the most colorful metal sculptures, just like the epoch demands. Called the book of life, it was inspired by the extraordinary life. Unbelievable metal sculptures by david kracov book. Only then do my thoughts begin to flow and the pages transform into the sculpture. David kracov has accomplished exactly this on more than one occasion. Ok, so this is not midcentury, but the creator, artist david kracov, was probably born in the 50s or 60s, and i just love this called the book of life.
David kracov, whose paintbrush is guided by the everchanging muse of pop culture, whose clay is shaped by the witty puns of the english language, and whose des igns are brought to life by his literary prowess, has left his unmistakable fingerprint on the world of modern art. See available sculpture, and works on paper for sale and learn about the artist. After receiving a degree from the rhode island school of design, kracov. David kracov art bring color to life the official site.
Petersburg, florida of a tasmanian devil is tearing the roof off of a. Born in boston, david kracov studied at the prestigious rhode island school of design and began his career in animation with the brad pitt feature, cool world. David kracov many kids dream of being something when. I thoroughly enjoyed my chat with guy, edens gallery director. Some artists make it happen by turning old books, dictionaries and encyclopedias into admirable sculptures. Eden represents mostly israeli artists who reside in either jerusalem or new york.
Book of life, free standing metal sculpture, 44x60x41 cm 17x23x16 in bit. Mar 22, 20 regarding the start of spring, and the colorful idea that the word reminds us, today i present the most colorful metal sculptures, just like the epoch demands. It is horrible and the admins have ignored our feedback. The butterly effect the book of life by david kracov. The chernobyl disaster is still strongly present in many peoples lives, which is why artist david kracov created the book of life, a tribute to the late director of chabads children of chernobyl. Discover more about this whimsical and captivating work by american artist david kracov. One of davids greatest passions is to create sculptures that cause deep memories to surface and heartfelt emotions to stir. David kracov bringing color to life, with vibrant color palette shows up again in his unique steel wall sculptures. The words of cummings, frost, plath, and angelou, were like colors being applied to a canvas. Modeling with polymer clay artist s library series. The metal sculpture, which stands at around half a metre tall, is a tribute to the extraordinary life o. Today david kracov is the exclusive licensed sculptor of all warner bros. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times.
One of david s greatest passions is to create sculptures. Available for sale from eden fine art, david kracov, book of life 2015, free standing mixed media metal sculpture, 118. David kracov is a sculptor, painter, and animator, who received a bfa from studied at rhode island school of design. Life and art when my eyes are closed, im thinking and when my eyes are open, im creating david kracov was born in 1968 in boston, massachusetts. The metal sculpture has pages filled with words from those he touched. David kracovs breathtaking sculpture entitled the book of life will really give you butterflies. The metal sculpture, which stands at around half a metre tall, is a tribute to the extraordinary. Book of life free standing metal sculpture, 78x85x90 cm bit. David was commissioned to create an award to be given.
Jan 20, 2020 david kracov, whose paintbrush is guided by the everchanging muse of pop culture, whose clay is shaped by the witty puns of the english language, and whose designs are brought to life by his literary prowess, has left his unmistakable fingerprint on the world of modern art. The metal sculpture, which stands at around half a metre tall, is a tribute to the extraordinary life of rabbi yossi raichik, director of charbads children of chernobyl organisation. David kracov has dedicated his life to his artistic practic. Explore david kracov s colorful collection of sculptures, papercuts, and shadowboxes. David kracov book of life artwork, free standing metal sculpture. David went on to work with disney animation, don bluth animation, rich animation, as well as several other studios, working on such features as the lion king, aladdin, etc. Book paper sculpture paper tree with swing on wood art paper book arts book paper sculpture paper tree with swing on wood. Pin it it is rare for an artist to create a work of art that stirs so many emotions, leaving the viewer speechless. Butterflies take flight right out of the pages of a book crafted by artist david kracov. David s meticulous steel work along with his scrutinizing attention to detail allow his sculptures to take on a life.
He has worked at art since he was twelve, and was among the youngest artists to have been showcased at boston museum of fine arts. Research 7 david kracov prices and auction results in art. About david kracov born in boston, david kracov studied at the rhode island school of design and began his career in animation with the brad pitt feature, cool world. Unbelievable metal sculptures by david kracov coca cola art papillon norman rockwell paintings sculpture metal culture pop 3d painting butterfly art butterflies heart art pin it it is rare for an artist to create a work of art. The sculpture was created to honor rabbi yossi raichik, the beloved director of chabads children of chernobyl. David kracov art collections page eden fine art gallery. The metal sculpture, which stands at around half a meter tall, is a tribute to the extraordinary life of rabbi yossi raichik, director of chabads children of chernobyl organization. David kracov book of life artwork, free standing metal. Allowing the creation in my mind to flow to my hand, is a magical experience that in my lifetime, has yet to become dull. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are. David kracov shadow box artworks wall sculpture eden. Metal wall sculpturesculpture artchocolate santahonfleur3d wall artbutterfly.