Brian Dettmer: Old books reborn as art

The video explores the transformation of books into sculptural art, emphasizing the remixing of existing materials to create contemporary pieces. The artist views books as living entities, akin to bodies, tools, and landscapes. The discussion extends to the digital era's impact on books, suggesting that digital technology allows books to evolve into new forms, much like how painting evolved with photography. The artist sees this as an exciting time for book art, with books becoming more than just information carriers.

What is the primary technique the artist uses to transform books into sculptural pieces?

• Binding multiple books together

• Adding new pages to the books

• Sealing and carving the books

• Painting the book covers

What does the artist use to hold the book's form before varnishing?

• Nails and screws

• Clamps and ropes

• Magnets and wires

• Glue and tape

How does the artist view their work in relation to existing materials?

• As a completely original creation

• As a restoration of old books

• As a remix of existing works

• As a destruction of traditional art

Why does the artist believe people are hesitant to destroy books?

• Books are seen as living entities

• Books are difficult to replace

• Books are heavy and cumbersome

• Books are expensive

In what ways does the artist metaphorically describe books?

• As songs and melodies

• As landscapes and machines

• As paintings and sculptures

• As digital files and databases

What is the artist's perspective on the future of books in the digital age?

• Books will evolve and find new roles

• Books will become obsolete

• Books will be replaced by paintings

• Books will remain unchanged

How does the artist compare the evolution of books to another art form?

• To the evolution of sculpture

• To the evolution of music

• To the evolution of painting

• To the evolution of dance