Are you planning to get your own coffee table book designed? Have a stash of vibrant photographs or posters that would look really awesome on the pages of a coffee table book? Want to draw inspiration from some popular coffee table books? Here are five handy examples to get your creative passions flowing:
1. BOLLYWOOD IN POSTERS by SMM Ausaja
A collector’s trip down the Bolly memory lane from 1930s to the present day, this is a spectacular collection of rare and popular Bollywood film posters from Nargis in Mother India to Salman Khan in Dabangg and everything in between. A unique conversation starter between guests.
In a similar fashion one could do a photographic collection of rare old matchbox labels from all over the world.
2. HANDMADE IN INDIA by Aditi Ranjan and MP Ranjan
Nicknamed a visual encyclopaedia of the traditional handicrafts of India, this tome of 3500 photos is a tribute to the craftsmen of India, showcasing Kolhapuri footwear, Kathakali headgear, Chikan embroidery, Khadi, Bamboo art and much more.
Similarly, one can create a photographic collection of tribal painting styles in Indian and beyond.
3. RARELY SEEN by National Geographic
National Geographic is famous for its breathtaking photography across the world. Any tome commissioned by National Geographic is guaranteed to be a sumptuous visual feast of exotic locales and peoples. It contains such gems as a rare desert flower which blooms just once a year, Pharaoh Tutankhamun’s tomb etc.
Similarly one can build a collection of striking holiday photographs off the beaten track and compile them in a coffee table book.
4. FACE PAINT by Lisa Eldridge
This incredible book by eminent makeup artist Lisa Eldridge chronicles the origin and evolution of makeup, important eras, modes of makeup application, makeup technology and even fashion photography. The book is a lot of fun to read because of its quirky tone.
Similarly someone with a passion for fashion design can showcase their labour of love in the form of a coffee table book.
5. THE LEGO ARCHITECT by Tom Alphin
One cannot help but marvel at the lengths that the author of this book went to, to recreate with Lego bricks, some of the most iconic buildings and famous monuments from around the world. It inspires Lego enthusiasts to undertake similar recreational projects of their own. Children and adults alike love this coffee table book.
Similarly, one can do an Origami series of folded paper craft and compile the photographs into a coffee table book.
Hopefully these five ideas will help you get started on your own creative path to choose a subject for your coffee table book.