Recommended left field book of/about painting or drawing

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#1

Hey all. Anyone has got some good left-field suggestions on book about painting or drawing? Not sure what I’m looking for but I imagine something like a collection of painting from some musicians (eg considering this is DiS) or even a collection of album arts or something.

I’ve spent a few hours googling and checking out a few bookstores and have had no luck except for some generic stuff like “legendary cover arts from 1960-1990s!”. I’ve got no clue about painting but really wanna get something unique for a good friend’s birthday.

Thanks

#2

Just to add, one great stuff I found is Phil Elverum’s book titled Dust but that’s a collection of photographs instead of drawing/paintings.

#3

Does it have to be music related?

#4

Hey mate. No it doesnt have to be music related. I only have music-related ideas so maybe thats why I havent really find anything interesting.

#5

Death Is Not The End by Alexander Heir

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Alexander Heir is an American visual artist who has helped to shape the aesthetic of DIY music culture in New York City and beyond.

#6

Damn thats a good one. It’s out of stock now but I’ll keep a lookout.

#7

raymond pettibon did loads of comicy type stuff especially for black flag and sonic youth. it says £40 here but if you click through theres stuff way cheaper

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#9

I’ve always liked The Art Of Looking SIdeways by Alan Fletcher.

It is nearly 20 years old, and is a bit of a set text for art and design undergraduates, but it’s still very entertaining and informative. Maybe someone should do an update for the social media age, but it’s still relevant.

#10

These are super gold stuffs guys thanks!