Nude coffee table book
A number of nude coffee table book titles are available featuring the art of A. K. Nicholas. Each book features art photography along a specific theme. Books begin with an essay, written by the artist, which introduces the art motifs and motivations.
Buying a photography book can be less expensive than purchasing an original art photograph. Regardless of cost, art lovers are generally looking for images that are aesthetically pleasing, and also create some kind of personal connection.
Art photography books are also convenient. It can be easier to store and display a book that to frame and present an original art photograph. Additionally, the photobooks have 100 images each, beautifully printed on 100 lb paper. This semi-gloss paper provides vivid, saturated colors and crisp images. Thicker paper avoids show-through, this is important to enjoy each image without interference from any image or text on the other side. Heavier paper also provides for stronger binding and less potential to curl.
Each A. K. Nicholas nude coffee table book is 8½x11 inches/22×28 cm. For a larger and an even more upscale but affordable art book purchase, check out the photographer’s deluxe oversize portfolio albums. In addition to the reasonable cost of photobooks, they are ready to enjoy, no framing required.
The books are autographed by the artist. Unlike original photography by A. K. Nicholas, the books are not limited in quantity and individual books are not numbered. Availability is, however, subject to stock on hand. Out-of-stock photobooks may be backordered and restocking occurs every quarter (three months). Some photobooks have been discontinued.
Unlike deliberating over an original artwork that will hang prominently in your home, photobooks can be more of an impulse purchase. Contemplation and consultation are rarely needed prior to buying a book.
Second editions and printings
Some photobooks may be marked “second edition,” “third edition,” “second printing,” and so on. These designations appear on both the online product listing as well as the copyright page of the book. A second edition represents a major edit or rework of the book, which may include different photographs, major edits to images, and updated or expanded essays. A second printing may include minor edits or upgrades to current paper standards for older coffee table books. The use of the word “edition” in this meaning applies to books and there is no parallel to editions of A. K.’s original art photographs.
Care of coffee table books
Photobooks should be enjoyed with clean hands. Store the books in a living space, where temperature and humidity are controlled and consistent. Storing books together on a shelf, or in a drawer or other enclosure can help prevent dust build-up.
Photobook specifications
Each hardcover photobook includes the following:
- An introductory essay
- 100 beautifully printed nude images
- 88 pages on premium 100 lbs, semi-gloss paper
- 8.5×11 inches/22×28 cm
- Artist’s autograph
- About the artist section
- An ISBN (Standard book ID number)
Environmentally friendly
A. K. Nicholas chooses vendors who minimize their impact on the environment. This happens by sourcing materials with minimal environmental impact, and working vigilantly to ensure the lightest possible carbon footprint throughout the printing process. These steps include printing on eco-friendly paper stocks from sustainable sources. Images are rendered with superior quality vegetable-based inks. Printing waste products are recycled.
