Collect Raindrops: The Seasons Gathered

By Nikki McClure

Book Overview

Gather, Navigate, Welcome, Fortify, Surrender, Save, Listen, Make Mistakes. These are some of the messages renowned artist Nikki McClure affirms in this gorgeous monograph of her paper cuts. Organized by season, these delicate pieces exude an optimism that revolves around community, sustenance, parenting, and appreciating both urban and rural landscapes. McClure's work reminds us of the important things: the change of seasons, slowing down the world for a moment so we can actually taste it, looking up at the stars to dream. This reissue of the 2007 art book includes 64 pages of new, breathtaking art. At a smaller trim size than the original, this volume makes the perfect gift.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1419711679
• ISBN13: 9781419711671
• Release Date: March 2014
• Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 1.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 7.6" x 9.1"

Customer Reviews

beautiful artwork!

I had seen some posters of this artist's work but hesitated to buy one because I couldn't decide which I liked best and they were a little expensive - and then I found this book in a coffeeshop and fell in love. Her intricate paper-cuts look almost like woodblock prints - they are bold and often simple. Her use of line is wonderful. I love her work!

an inspiring book of art

this is a beautiful collection of art by Nikki Mcclure. I am so happy that I bought it. I can flip through the pages and feel inspired and strong with the gorgeous images and powerful words.

Beautiful artistic book celebrating the seasons

This was a book I randomly picked up at borders because I thought the cover looked pretty. It sounded too expensive to me at the time, but I keep thinking about it, so I'm biting the bullet and purchasing it so I can pull it out when the thought strikes...