Andy Saunders’ ‘Automotive Alchemist’ is a roller-coaster
ride through the highs and lows of this charismatic man’s life.
From the early years of learning the basic skills of cutting and
shaping metal then painting and airbrushing, to his mature
creations, restorations and the inherent genius of his designs.
Andy welcomes us into his workshop and his head: not afraid to
express his emotions, as he deconstructs and then rebuilds each
vehicle, he lays bare his motivations, inspirations, influences,
and passions. Intertwined in the narrative is the work involved in
the creation of 59 cars, described here with many detailed
photographs. Twenty-seven of Andy’s creations now reside in
museums and private collections across the globe but the most
unusual fate is that of Flat Out, the Guinness Book of Records
acclaimed Lowest Car in the World, which is now a coffee table in
the foyer of a huge Californian corporation. The book is not a
technical ‘how to create wild custom cars’ manual. Rather it is
a celebration of Andy’s joy of creation and his design genius,
though tempered by personal traumas and losses. He has, on many
occasions, been referred to as the British George Barris, the
American “King of Kustomizers.” Unlike many biographies, this
book engages the reader with its honesty and humour.
General
Imprint: |
Dalton Watson Fine Books
|
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
Release date: |
2023 |
Authors: |
Andy Saunders
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Dimensions: |
216 x 292 x 37mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Hardcover - Cloth over boards
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Pages: |
464 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-956309-02-7 |
Categories: |
Books
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LSN: |
1-956309-02-0 |
Barcode: |
9781956309027 |
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