The Undersea World of Wyland

This is absolutely a "MUST HAVE" book! The dust jacket alone is beautiful, but just wait until you see the artwork inside! "Breathtaking!" Wyland fans, you're really missing out if this book's not in your collection.

This is a wonderful book for anyone who loves dolphins, whales and other sea life. It has lots of beautiful artwork with thoughtful quotes beneath. There is also some interesting information on Wyland. First, there is a section on whales, followed by one on dolphins, manatees and other sea life. Next, there are several collaboration pieces. Wyland worked with artists such as Jim Warren & James Coleman to create many stunning pieces. I especially liked one with babies & dolphins he worked on with Janet Stewart. I also loved the section on the whaling wall murals. The walls are shown both in-progress & finished. I found the information on each wall and about how the walls came to be fascinating. A detailed list on of all the walls & their specifications as well as a list of all the Wyland galleries are a nice bonuses.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book (and continue to do so). It not only incorporated some of Wyland's finest works but the work of other artists that collaberated with Wyland on some of his murals (i.e. the landscape/sky portions). There is a fine display of diversity, beautiful color combinations, and wonderful surreal artistry. I have enjoyed Wyland's works for many years and I highly recommend this book! The quality of the color reprints of his work is excellent. I am a muralist and this book truely inspires me!

I had the wonderful pleasure of meeting Robert last year at his "50 Schools in 50 days" tour. I have always enjoyed his work from a distance and having the chance to not only hold his works but to shake his hand was the best moment of my life. This book wasn't even out to the public yet and I bought it on the spot because goal of the book is not only to enlighten us all but to go towards a wonderful cause. (Though I paid more I also got an autography and a picture :) ) I have this book and his Greatest on my coffee table and everyone that I've turned on to his work goes out and buys it. I even have the bathroom set. Best wishes to him and his family.

If you are a true Wyland fan, you will enjoy this book. It shows a lot of his art other than the wonderful whaling walls that his other book shows. This is a true addition to any Wyland collection!