Long Beach Island Rhapsody
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Book Info
A Beautiful Coffee Table Art Book Featuring
More Than 280 Paintings of Long Beach IslandThis limited-edition, oversized, coffee table art book features more than 280 paintings of Long Beach Island by sixty contemporary artists. Each painting has been exquisitely reproduced and is accompanied with text by the artist.
The stunning works of art contained in this gorgeous folio not only show the Long Beach Island of today but also preserve many of the Island's past landmarks and scenes—now gone forever.
The artists' charming and informative writings describe their motivations and creative processes as well as insights into the Island's loveliest locations, history, lifestyles, and more.
Its five comprehensive chapters include “On The Beach,” “Along The Bay,” “Landmarks & Homes,” 32 Views Of Barnegat Lighthouse,” and “The Shack On The Causeway.” Also included is an Introduction to the works by editor and publisher George C. Valente, brief biographies of each of the artists, and an Index to the artists' works in the book.
"Long Beach Island Rhapsody" is one of the most beautiful books about the Jersey Shore ever published. Never before has there been a book of paintings of the Island—nor of any area of the Jersey Shore—on this magnificent a scale. It is a tour de force full of delight, warmth, and uplift, and is sure to bring many sittings of viewing pleasure. It will also make a great gift for special occasions and the holidays.
Gorgeously printed and bound to the highest standards, it is a book you, your family, and friends will treasure for years to come.
