The Lord of the Rings Sketchbook
by Alan Lee, Ian McKellen
The Lord of the Rings Sketchbook by Alan Lee, Ian McKellen holds a highly rated rating of 4.26 out of 5, based on 9.1K reader ratings. First published in 2005. The book spans 192 pages.
About The Lord of the Rings Sketchbook
In The Lord of the Rings Sketchbook Alan Lee reveals in pictures and in words how he created the beautiful watercolor paintings for the special centenary edition of The Lord of the Rings. These images would prove so powerful and evocative that they would eventually define the look of Peter Jackson's movie trilogy and earn him a coveted Academy Award.The book is filled with more than 150 of his sketches and early conceptual pieces showing how the project progressed from idea to finished art. It also contains a selection of full-page paintings reproduced in full color, together with numerous examples of previously unseen conceptual art produced for the films and many new works drawn specially for this book.The Lord of the Rings Sketchbook provides a fascinating insight into the imagination of the man who painted Tolkien's vision, first on the page and then in three dimensions on the movie screen. It will also be of interest to many of the thousands of people who have bought the illustrated Lord of the Rings as well as to budding artists who want to unlock the secrets of book illustration.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Alan Lee, Ian McKellen |
| Published | 2005 |
| Pages | 192 |
| Genres | Arts & Photography, Fantasy, Fiction, Non-Fiction, Classics |
| Average Rating | 4.26 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 9,067 |
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What genre is The Lord of the Rings Sketchbook?
The Lord of the Rings Sketchbook is categorized as Arts & Photography, Fantasy, Fiction, Non-Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Lord of the Rings Sketchbook worth reading?
Based on 9.1K reader ratings, The Lord of the Rings Sketchbook has an average score of 4.26 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Lord of the Rings Sketchbook?
The Lord of the Rings Sketchbook has 192 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote The Lord of the Rings Sketchbook?
The Lord of the Rings Sketchbook was written by Alan Lee, Ian McKellen. It was first published in 2005.
What is the ISBN for The Lord of the Rings Sketchbook?
The ISBN-13 for The Lord of the Rings Sketchbook is 9780618640140.0.
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