The Art of The Two Towers (The Lord of the Rings) - Hardcover

Russell, Gary; J.R.R. Tolkien

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0618331301 ISBN 13: 9780618331307

Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2003

Synopsis

An authoritative companion to The Art of the Fellowship of the Ring showcases the development of the imagery from the most recent Tolkien-inspired movie, from concept drawings to three-dimensional models and digital art, in a volume complemented by captions and designer quotes.

About this title

About the Author:

GARY RUSSELL traveled to film production sites in New Zealand to conduct hundreds of exclusive interviews with the principal artists whose work is detailed in this book. The author of The Lord of the Rings: The Art of The Fellowship of the Ring and The Art of the Return of the King, Russell has worked widely in media as a magazine editor, novelist, columnist, and audio drama producer.

Review:

"Compelling peeks at the creative process" U.S. News & World Report

"This beautiful, comprehensive volume would be in danger of demystifying the movie were [Peter] Jackson and company's achievements not so incredible that, even explained, they still seem downright otherworldly." Maxim Movies

"Fans of the cinematic version will not want to miss it, while artists and fans of Tolkien's work will treasure it as well." Deseret News

"A book that deserves to be on the shelf of any avid fan of the trilogy, as well as anyone who has an appreciation for art and color." Long Beach Union

"A detailed and fascinating look at the creative development of the film . . . This is one special book for fantasy lovers." 15MinutesMagazine.com

"This book is truly a fascinating peek into the fabulous world of movie making." Lebanon Daily Record

About this edition

• Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0618331301
• ISBN 13: 9780618331307
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 192