{"title":"Ben Quilty","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the remarkable artist and author, Ben Quilty. Known for his evocative paintings and creative prowess, Quilty's contributions have significantly shaped the arts and culture landscape. His works often explore deep human experiences and social issues, resonating with audiences worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the engaging reads in our collection is \u003cem\u003eBen Quilty\u003c\/em\u003e, a compelling look into his artistic journey and philosophies. This book offers a profound insight into his creative process and the themes that drive his exceptional artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eFree Fall\u003c\/em\u003e, Quilty continues to delve into the arts and culture narrative, providing readers with a unique perspective on contemporary issues through the lens of his art. This book is not just a showcase of his work, but a thought-provoking exploration of the world around us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book \u003cem\u003eHome\u003c\/em\u003e highlights another dimension of Quilty's reflective approach to art, where personal stories interweave with broader cultural themes. It is a heartfelt curation of works that remind us of the power of art to connect and inspire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into Ben Quilty's collection to experience his poignant, expressive style and the thematic depth of his work. Whether you are a long-time admirer or new to his art, these books offer valuable insights into his creative universe.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ben-quilty-by-ben-quilty-9780143795940","title":"Ben Quilty","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA celebration of the last two decades of work from Australian artist Ben Quilty, to coincide with a major retrospective of his work. With a Foreword by Richard Flanagan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBen Quilty\u003c\/em\u003e has worked across a range of media including drawing, photography, sculpture, installation and film. His works often respond to social and political events, from the current global refugee crisis to the complex social history of Australia. He is constantly critiquing notions of identity, patriotism and male rites of passage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eQuilty is a past winner of the Archibald Prize for portraiture, the National Self-portrait Prize, and the Doug Moran National Portrait Prize. This rich and comprehensive collection of his work from the past two decades is accompanied by essays from Lisa Slade and Justin Paton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47076200546540,"sku":"9780143795940","price":95.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/8b6a8fc0a8a74bcdb8fae0f2d0a98c86.jpg?v=1765223586"},{"product_id":"free-fall-by-ben-quilty-9781761046834","title":"Free Fall","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA stunning art book of Quilty's most recent collection of paintings from his series \u003cem\u003eFree Fall\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis series, titled \u003cem\u003eFree Fall\u003c\/em\u003e, was heavily influenced by American realist George Bellows' early 20th-century boxing series. Where Bellows looked to boxing, the premier bloodsport of his age, Quilty has turned to the modern phenomenon of the Ultimate Fighting Championships (UFC).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLooking back on Quilty's work in recent years, his ongoing exploration of heavily abstracted, tortured anatomies, perhaps it was inevitable these figures, or their kin, would end up in a fighting pit, aka the 'UFC Octagon'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCrucially, while studying Bellows, Quilty revisited the iconic images taken by photojournalist (and cousin) Andrew Quilty of the 2005 Cronulla riots. Here, the beach and the Octagon are corresponding zones, symbolically potent places steeped in friction, violence and ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e— from the Foreword by Milena Stojanovska\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47076724965612,"sku":"9781761046834","price":70.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/27855283482814.jpg?v=1765213513"},{"product_id":"home-by-ben-quilty-9780143791546","title":"Home","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA collection of drawings by Syrian children, the most vulnerable victims of a brutal civil war, curated by Archibald Prize winner Ben Quilty, with a Foreword by Man Booker Prize winner Richard Flanagan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBen Quilty has assembled this heartbreaking and awe-inspiring collection of drawings by Syrian children. These drawings form an extraordinary testament to the resilience of a generation of survivors whose childhood has been shaped by the worst war of our century. Their art speaks directly to us all as human beings, and we have an obligation to listen closely and seriously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHome\u003c\/em\u003e is more than a book; it's a poignant reminder of the resilience and hope that emerges even in the darkest times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProceeds from the sale of this book will directly support World Vision's Child Friendly Spaces, early childhood and basic education projects in Syria, Lebanon, Jordan and Iraq.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47078756581612,"sku":"9780143791546","price":50.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/4631653482239.jpg?v=1765220681"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/ben-quilty.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}