Description
The towering sculptures of Dylan Lewis are becoming well-known landmarks in South Africa, where they grace botanical gardens, golf courses, the foyers of sophisticated buildings and the halls of discerning collectors. An increasing number of, they’re being snapped up by galleries and institutions out of the country.
This volume builds on an in advance publication, bringing the photographic record of Dylan Lewis’ work up-to-the-minute. The brief text reveals how the sculptor’s boyhood in a happily bohemian, nature-loving circle of relatives inspired him, and traces his artistic development, from what have come to be referred to as ‘the cat years’ to his current, more esoteric and mythical approach.
Co-developed with poet and kindred spirit Ian McCallum, who helps give an explanation for one of the vital formative influences at play, this classy and beautifully presented book showcases a few of Lewis’ most ambitious and successful works in a series of dramatic photographs, and includes images of preliminary sketches and working methods.