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.

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