‘What do I have in common with the Jews? I don’t even have anything in common with myself.’ Nothing could better express the essence of Franz Kafka. Alienated from his roots, his family, his surroundings, and even his own body, Kafka created a unique literary language in which to hide away. This fantastic introduction reveals the dark humour in Kafka as well as the paranoid side he is better known…
This book is indeed a great introduction to Franz Kafka. Part illustrated biography, part comics adaptation, Introducing Kafka is the perfect starting point for those new to Kafka and a perfect next step for those who have read him for years. Robert Crumb’s idiosyncratic illustrations add a new dimension to the already idiosyncratic world of Kafka. Includes adaptations of “The Judgment,” “Th…
Part illustrated biography, part comics adaptation, R. CRUMB’S KAFKA is a vibrant biography that examines this Czech writer and his works in a way that a bland texbook never could! R. CRUMB’S KAFKA goes far beyond being explication or popularization or survey. It’s a work of art in its own right, a very rare example of what happens when one very idiosyncratic artist absorbs another into his worldv…
Will Robert Crumb's return to America (beginning in October), spark a revived interest in his art?
It is purely a speculative personal opinion, but it seems that this eminent artist’s return to the U.S. would arouse interest in his work here. Back “home,” Robert Crumb would be more accessible and so would his work.
I would love to see him be invited to the White House. Maybe a short session in the Rose Garden, where Robert and his wife, Aline Crumb, could both do a quick sketch of President Obama. The sketches could be printed and the proceeds could go to foster Jazz or fight climate change…
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Too few of us will be able to afford a Robert Crumb Original piece of artwork, but there are plenty of signed limited edition books, prints and other art pieces that we can get hold of.
And, who know, maybe one day we will be sitting in a cafe and Mr. Crumb will come and take a liking to us and give us a gift.
Of course, his greatest gift is the body of work he has produced for our enjoyment and for those yet come…
Still if you have several thousand dollars to invest in great art… you may find something to your liking in the auctions listed below!
And for those new to investing in art – buy what you like and can afford today! I have personally seen so many opportunities go by, but I suppose Mr. Natural never buys any art….
Disc 1: Selections from Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita, Cats, and Song and Dance Disc 2: Selections from Starlight Express, Requiem, Phantom of the Opera, and Aspects of Love Disc 3: Selections from Joseph nad the Amaziong Technicolor Dreamcoat, By Jeeves, Sunset Boulevard, Whistle Down the Wind, and The Beautiful Game CD 4: 1. “Oh What a Circus” –David Essex 2. “Memory” – Betty Buckleey 3. “Th…
As Kevin Smith observes in his 2002 introduction to the DVD, Ron Mann’s 1989 documentary Comic Book Confidential hasn’t lost a bit of its relevance. It emerged as comics were enjoying a popular renaissance, when Frank Miller was redefining the Batman mythos in the mainstream, and scores of independent artists found their unique voices in the burgeoning aftermath of the underground comix expl…
As the poet Shelly says,“Beauty is Truth and Truth is Beauty, And that is all you need to know.”
I mention this quote because when it comes to describing the art of Thomas Kinkaid – beauty is the first word that comes to mind. Kinkaid is called the artist of light because when he paints a window at night – the light streams from it. When he paints a Christmas tree- the Christmas light seem to twinkle.
Beauty and light and it fascinates me. The subject that Kinkaid paints are not unusual. They are cottages that probably do not really exist and gardens that do, if you are lucky. Landscapes and small town night scenes and lighthouses.
Kinkaid is not about breaking the boundaries of art and that is just fine with me. He creates beauty and he does it very well.
When I place a piece of art on my walls – one question I ask is this: Will I get tired of looking at it? That is a major criteria of mine when it comes to art. Thomas Kinkaid passes this test.
Some may think his work is too commercial – it is found on all kinds of decorative items. But I suspect, that a hundred years from now. Even the least expensive piece of Thomas Kinkaid shlock will be considered priceless.
Thomas Kinkade Masterpiece Curtain Collection transforms three of the famous painter’s most cherished artworks, including “Garden of Prayer”, “Mountain Majesty” and “Sea of Tranquility” into the flowing fabric of curtains designed to breathe life into your home decor. One of America’s most popular artists, masterfully blends color, shape and form to create realistic, beautifully illuminated scenes…
Thomas Kinkade Masterpiece Curtain Collection transforms three of the famous painter’s most cherished artworks, including “Garden of Prayer”, “Mountain Majesty” and “Sea of Tranquility” into the flowing fabric of curtains designed to breathe life into your home decor. One of America’s most popular artists, masterfully blends color, shape and form to create realistic, beautifully illuminated scenes…
Thomas Kinkade Masterpiece Curtain Collection transforms three of the famous painter’s most cherished artworks, including “Garden of Prayer”, “Mountain Majesty” and “Sea of Tranquility” into the flowing fabric of curtains designed to breathe life into your home decor. One of America’s most popular artists, masterfully blends color, shape and form to create realistic, beautifully illuminated scenes…
I have often wondered what we would have learned, if a documentary film could have been made of Vincent Van Gogh when he was still alive. Thankfully, we live in an age where we can get a movie made about some of our great artists and see what they are really like.
The Robert Crumb movie “Crumb” shows us a sexually hyper, but frustrated man who is much like the biographical stories and illustration done by Robert Crumb in his comics and books. And, of course, he is not like that at all, being as complicate and simple as any genius artist is.
After seeing him in the flesh, I am eternally thankful that some bully didn’t beat him up and break his hands when he was a child. We are lucky to have his talent displayed in this world.
And if you have not yet seen the Robert Crumb movie then you are lucky. It is intriguing and insightful and holds together well as a documentary. If you did know about his art before seeing this flick, you will want to know more…
And for us who have enjoyed his art over the years, we get a little better understanding of what he is doing…
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