Kaleidoscope Artistry

Leaving politics aside, this book is a lushly illustrated book on contemporary Kaleidoscopes and Kaleidoscope Artists. The illustrations are rich and aewsome, and are of both the outside and inside images of many kaleidoscopes. I'm not aware of a better book in print for kaleidoscope enthusiasts and all interested in the art of Kaleidoscope making. To be complete, combine this book in your library with other of Ms. Baker's books--especially Kaleidoscope Renaissance. Kaleidoscope Artistry primarily concentrates on more recent works by many scope makers, and blends well with the older scope info from her previous book. Now, to address some complaints by other reviewers: This book is not, and does not try to be, an all inclusive encyclopedia of all active scope makers. Nor is it a philanthropic work of charity. Of course Ms Baker plans on making money from this book--just like John Grisham and Danielle Steele. Ms. Baker heads the Brewster Society, her private business. Like it or not, this society is the closest thing scopemakers have to a guild for their art. You may not agree with the society, but as of yet, there is not another organization which represents artists and enthusiasts alike. If Ms. Baker's distractors dislike the society so much, perhaps they should form their own group and write their own book. It is unfortunate that such issues creep into these reviews. This is indeed a wonderful book that will grace anybody's library!

Collector Baker provides not just a collection of images, but a survey of new kaleidoscope artists and their techniques. Over 300 color photos of kaleidoscopes accompany profiles of their designers. A gorgeous display of kaleidoscopes and their changing forms.

I want to say this is a great book. I am very glad to see it out now. Have been waiting a long time. I am also very glad that the author made up with an artist, Brett Bensley, by including one of his scopes on the cover no less! I didn't see any mention of his name in the book, but still it is nice to see his work and that the author has made some reparations. I have admired all these artists and hope you will include more of my other favorites in future books. Great job and bless your heart Mrs. Baker for making peace with ousted artists. I see he made peace with you buy removing his negative site as well. Thank you for this great peace offering!

I own all of Cozy's books. They just keep getting better and better. The kaleidoscopic images are beautifully presented as well as the exteriors of the kaleidoscopes shown. As an avid collector, what I especially liked, was reading the "up close and personal" comments of artists whose work I own and have met personally over the years. My only hope is that there will be many more books coming from Cozy.

This latest book by Cozy Baker might be her best to date.The focus of the book is on artists currently producing scopes. The format gives a very personal feel to each of the artists and gives you insight into their sources of creativity. The writing flows very well and the photography is fantastic. The internal images obtained by the various photographers are extraordinary. This books lets you see what's possible with the current state of lampworking and scope construction. The photos alone are worth the price of the book.