Kiki Smith: Prints, Books and Things

She is equally concerned with the natural world, and animals have become increasingly important in her recent imagery. Her prolific body of printed art incorporates techniques extending from elaborate etchings to crude rubber stamps and images ranging from wall-sized lithographs and deluxe artist's books to screen-printed giveaway posters and removable tattoos. In Smith's case the interest in the figure was literal: She is fascinated by the anatomy of the human body, which is an immediate and emotionally powerful presence in much of her work. Well-known as a sculptor, Kiki Smith has also worked extensively as a printmaker--in fact her printed works and other editioned art, including books and multiples, are arguably as important as her sculpture. The heart of printmaking is the ability to create more than one example of an artwork, and this appeals to Smith's interest in the public dissemination of imagery and information. Her work is politically sensitized but she is also fascinated by craft and is constantly exploring and experimenting with her materials. Smith emerged in the

"Amazing artist" according to M Ray. Kiki Smith is an amazing artist. This book gives you an insight into her work and her processes. Well worth the read!. Patricia Maloney said arrived clean dry and in good condition, i am happy with it. arrived clean dry and in good condition ,i am happy with it. "recommended" according to zen. Nice sampling of works from Smith's earlier, and more interesting period, exemplified by dark, profound myth.