Ever since we heard about this art project we've been keeping our eyes peeled hoping to stumble upon one of the journals. In 2000, Someguy (yeah, that's his name) sent 1000 blank journals out into the world, hoping that all sorts of random people would fill them up with writing, drawings, collages...whatever, and then pass them along to other strangers. Well, it's working, and this beautiful book is full of hundreds of examples of what people have been contributing as the journals make their way across the globe. Here's the real blurb from the publisher: Voyeuristic. Inspirational. Entertaining. One thousand blank journals are currently circulating throughout the world, beckoning contributors who find the journals by chance on trains, in cafés, and anonymously left on doorsteps. Artist Someguy shares more than 250 of the best entries: a collage of African countries repositioned into a new continent; the musings of a teen trapped in a drug- ravaged community; a student's humorous personal ad for his ideal girlfriend ("C-cup required!"). A faux leather cover and two beautifully embroidered pages bring the look and feel of the original journals to life. The perfect gift for journalists, aspiring artists, designers, and anyone who can't wait for one of the journals to magically appear in their lives. Someguy is a San Francisco–based artist and designer. He launched the 1000 Journals Project in 2000. This hardcover book measures 5" x 8", contains 212 pages, and 170 images. TEMPORARILY OUT OF STOCK |
