American Utopia by David Byrne and Maira Kalman is an illustrated celebration of connection, hope, and humanism drawn from Byrne’s acclaimed American Utopia Broadway show and multimedia project. Byrne, the former frontman of Talking Heads and a celebrated musician and artist, provides evocative words and lyrics, while Maira Kalman, a bestselling author, illustrator, and artist, brings those moments to life with more than 150 vibrant paintings that explore daily life and coexistence. The book blends text and art into a joyful, uplifting narrative that serves as an antidote to cynicism and a call for kindness and jubilation. Together, these two extraordinary creatives offer a warm and whimsical reflection on community, creativity, and the beauty of the everyday.
American Utopia by David Byrne and Maira Kalman is an illustrated celebration of connection, hope, and humanism drawn from Byrne’s acclaimed American Utopia Broadway show and multimedia project. Byrne, the former frontman of Talking Heads and a celebrated musician and artist, provides evocative words and lyrics, while Maira Kalman, a bestselling author, illustrator, and artist, brings those moments to life with more than 150 vibrant paintings that explore daily life and coexistence. The book blends text and art into a joyful, uplifting narrative that serves as an antidote to cynicism and a call for kindness and jubilation. Together, these two extraordinary creatives offer a warm and whimsical reflection on community, creativity, and the beauty of the everyday.
Pages: 320
Dimensions: 9-1/4 x 9-7/8
