Monacelli Press Rainbow Dreams: Color and Light in Contemporary Art

A glorious celebration of color and light showcasing more than 200 exuberant contemporary artworks Rainbow Dreams is the ultimate visual treat: page after page of brilliant, rainbow-hued artworks by the worlds best-known contemporary artists. From Takashi Murakamis multicolored floral motifs and Yayoi Kusamas vibrant polka dots to Ugo Rondinones neon sculptures and Paola Pivis playful feathered bear sculptures, the 200 featured artworks in this book offer a dizzying tour of the color spectrum. Readers will discover art across a variety of mediums - paintings on canvas, monumental sculptures, LED light installations, immersive spaces, and more. Together, the works reveal how famed artists and creators perceive and experiment with color. Featuring an exterior printed with a seamless rainbow gradient, Rainbow Dreams will bring joy, beauty, and wonder to anyone with an interest of art and a burst of color to brighten any bookshelf. Featured artists include: Nina Chanel Abney, Derrick Adams, Nick Cave, Judy Chicago, Carlos Cruz-Diez, DRIFT, Olafur Eliasson, Katharina Grosse, Jennifer Guidi, Cai Guo-Qiang, Alex Israel, Ellsworth Kelly, Jeff Koons, Yayoi Kusama, Takashi Murakami, José Parla, Paola Pivi, Rob Pruitt, Sterling Ruby, Kenny Scharf, Frank Stella, Sarah Sze, and Mickalene Thomas. Autorid: Olga Rei, Valentine Uhovski