Star Wars Visions

by Lucas, George; Rinzler, J. W.

• ISBN13: 9780810996786
• ISBN10: 0810996782
• Edition: Limited
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2010-11-01
• Publisher: Harry N. Abrams

Summary

WhenStar Warsdebuted in 1977, it revolutionized mainstream American filmmaking, transporting fans to new galaxies and introducing them to countless now-classic characters, aliens, planets, and starships. In the decades since, theStar WarsSaga has become a phenomenon impacting cultures across the globe. Just as George Lucas drew upon the work of N. C. Wyeth and Norman Rockwell for his own visual inspiration, he has now invited more than 100 well-known and promising artists to draw upon the entireStar Warsgalaxy for inspiration.Star Wars: Visionscollects these magnificent artworks for the first time. Featuring pieces by renowned artists such as Amano, Allan R. Banks, Harley Brown, Gary Carter, James Christensen, Michael Coleman, Kinuko Craft, Jim Dietz, Phillipe Druillet, Donato Giancola, Ann Hanson, H. R. Giger, Daniel Greene, Ron Kleeman, Arantzazu Martinez, Syd Mead, Moebius, Paul Oxborough, Alex Ross, Anthony J. Ryder, Dolfi Stoki, William Stout, Dan Thompson, Julie Bell and Boris Vallejo, Scott Waddell, and Jamie Wyeth,Star Wars: Visionsis a breakthrough tribute to the worldwide inspiration that isStar Wars. This special 240-page limited edition includes 5 hand-signed, archival-quality 10 x 12" gicle prints by Alex Ross, Moebius, Donato Giancola, Daniel Greene, and Jamie Wyeth, as well as 40 exclusive paintings and 50 extra pages showing artists' processes and sketches.

Author Biography

J. W. Rinzler currently serves as executive editor at Lucasfilm.

 

George Lucas is the founder and chairman of Lucasfilm.