SHAUN LEANE

Shaun Leane by Shaun Leane. Introduction by Shaun Leane with essays by Joanna Hardy, Clarie WIlcox, and Vivienne Becker. Published by ACC Art Books. “Celebrated world-wide for his moden romantic jewels that push the boundaries of contemporary design, Shaun Leane has been responsible for creating a new geenre of jewelry; precious, poetic, with a sense of eternity, yet relevant to today’s world. Illustrated with a breath-taking combination of high fashion shots and detailed close-ups of the pieces themselves. Captured by photographers Nick Knight, Robert Fairer, and Chris Moore, along with a dedicated photo essay of unseen backstage images recorded by Leane’s close friend Ann Ray. Shaun Leane is introduced by the jeweler himself, then divided into three distinct parts: His heritage and training, by Joanna Hardy; reflections on Leane’s famous collaboration with Alexander McQueen, by Claire WIlcox; and his modern classic commercial jewelry stye, by Vivienne Becker. Altogether, this book provides a vital overview of an artist that will be of interest to anyone who follows the contemporary jewelry and fashion scene."