About the book
The Arborealists grew out of the exhibition 'Under the Greenwood: Picturing British Trees - Present', an exploration of contemporary artists' responses to the tree. Such was the impact of the show and the spirit of camaraderie engendered in a truly diverse group of artists that they took on a more permanent identity.
This lavishly illustrated book - containing a selection of the Arborealists' work and artists' statements, and essays - demonstrates that trees still have a relevance in contemporary art and retain the power to move us all as a vital element in our landscape and sense of national identity.
Trees provide a wonderfully versatile subject for artists, not only in terms of the incredible diversity of form, character and colour they provide, whether individually or collectively, but also in terms of the wealth of association, myth, folklore, religious and symbolic significance which they have come to embody. In Britain they have inspired artists from Gainsborough and Constable through to Paul Nash, the Neo-Romantics and the Ruralists.
- Essay by former Royal Academy Senior Curator sets out the historical and international background to artists' relationships with trees, including Gainsborough, Constable, Van Gogh, Munch and Klimt;
- The first study on one of the more significant British art groups to emerge in the 21st century;
- Features previously unpublished images and personal insights into the work of these contemporary painters; and
- Will appeal equally to lovers of art, nature and the British countryside
Editions of The Arborealists
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781908326867
Read an Excerpt
The Arborealists grew out of the exhibition 'Under the Greenwood: Picturing British Trees - Present', an exploration of contemporary artists' responses to the tree. Such was the impact of the show and the spirit of camaraderie engendered in a truly diverse group of artists that they took on a more permanent identity.
This lavishly illustrated book - containing a selection of the Arborealists' work and artists' statements, and essays - demonstrates that trees still have a relevance in contemporary art and retain the power to move us all as a vital element in our landscape and sense of national identity.
Trees provide a wonderfully versatile subject for artists, not only in terms of the incredible diversity of form, character and colour they provide, whether individually or collectively, but also in terms of the wealth of association, myth, folklore, religious and symbolic significance which they have come to embody. In Britain they have inspired artists from Gainsborough and Constable through to Paul Nash, the Neo-Romantics and the Ruralists.
- Essay by former Royal Academy Senior Curator sets out the historical and international background to artists' relationships with trees, including Gainsborough, Constable, Van Gogh, Munch and Klimt;
- The first study on one of the more significant British art groups to emerge in the 21st century;
- Features previously unpublished images and personal insights into the work of these contemporary painters; and
- Will appeal equally to lovers of art, nature and the British countryside
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Arborealists about?
The Arborealists grew out of the exhibition 'Under the Greenwood: Picturing British Trees - Present', an exploration of contemporary artists' responses to the tree. Such was the impact of the show and the spirit of camaraderie engendered in a truly diverse group of artists that they took on a more permanent identity.
This lavishly illustrated book - containing a selection of the Arborealists' work and artists' statements, and essays - demonstrates that trees still have a relevance in contemporary art and retain the power to move us all as a vital element in our landscape and sense of national identity.
Trees provide a wonderfully versatile subject for artists, not only in terms of the incredible diversity of form, character and colour they provide, whether individually or collectively, but also in terms of the wealth of association, myth, folklore, religious and symbolic significance which they have come to embody. In Britain they have inspired artists from Gainsborough and Constable through to Paul Nash, the Neo-Romantics and the Ruralists.
- Essay by former Royal Academy Senior Curator sets out the historical and international background to artists' relationships with trees, including Gainsborough, Constable, Van Gogh, Munch and Klimt;
- The first study on one of the more significant British art groups to emerge in the 21st century;
- Features previously unpublished images and personal insights into the work of these contemporary painters; and
- Will appeal equally to lovers of art, nature and the British countryside
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Arborealists?
The Arts > The visual, decorative or fine arts: treatments and subjects > Nature in the arts > Botanical arts
Where can I read a sample of The Arborealists?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781908326867
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Arborealists?
Angela Summerfield; Philippa Beale; Peter Davies
Who is the Publisher of the book The Arborealists?
Sansom & Co
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The Arborealists is available as paperback(ISBN 9781908326867)