MOMENTARY: The Art of Ilya Kuvshinov

So, I have to just give credit for how much I love the work itself, BUT this was not wrapped in plastic or anything. I mean, is this supposed to be wrapped or no? The book came as is - as a book. The cover was bent and there is a small mark on the spine. The pages inside were completely fine and untouched, but the cover looks otherwise. (The cover is plastic by the way.) I find it difficult to say that this was not delivered in the best quality. All I am wondering now is can I get a replacement?.. I highly suggest covering these books with a plastic to ensure better travel handling. I hope I can get a replacement though because I want to have this book last for as long as I'm alive. (Yeah, it means that much to me.) Anyway, even for those who don't know this artist, this is a great book to buy to study a professional's style and methods from an observational perspective.Aside from all my pickiness, I have to admit to myself that it arrived perfectly on time and is overall perfect. The bends in the cover may be because it may have been in a store or sitting on a shelf where others could browse through it perhaps. I am really happy I got this.Hopefully now that you've read my frustrations of minor details that you won't be as nit-picky as me 😅.

This book of illustrations is absolutely wonderful! It's not large in frame which I find makes it more convenient to haul around. I was so excited when I saw Kushinov's book on the market. I have been one of his patrons on patreon and this book reminds me of why I supported his work in the first place - it captures emotion in such an exquisite manner.

~Edit 8/30/18~I have just received my replacement copy that amazon had sent after I requested a new one and I am very happy with it. The book is very insightful in where the artist had gotten his inspiration from and I am very happy with this purchase.------------------------------~Original Review~I've been following Kuvshinov's work on Instagram for a while now and have been eyeing this book for a good amount of time. He truly does inspire me and makes me want to strive to keep improving my art everyday so I finally caved in and bought this book in order to be able to study his art a little more closely than I would be able to through a screen. So when it finally arrived I was immediately frustrated with Amazon, the book came visibly scratched and used. I had ordered the book brand new and to see it be in such poor condition is a big letdown.Overall I'd give the contents of this book 5/5 stars hands down better than I expected but I have to sadly give the condition of the product that I received 1/5 stars.

I cant stress how amazing the images are in this book. My only complaints are the sleeve. Its very slippery and gets in the way. I have no idea why they just didn't produce a better sleeve. But if you remove the sleeve the under cover is rally styled and cool on its own. Its also note worthy the outside is a thin cardboard. So its very flimsy on the outside. Everything else is great though. I like to look through it when listening to music or just to look at the beautifully stylized work.

I bought this as a gift for somebody for Christmas and they absolutely loved it. It came in perfect condition and the illustrations inside were amazing. Although I did see reviews state it was ruined or flimsy upon arrival I did not have any problems with mine. This is a purchase you won’t regret.

Its actually quite a small book, but thats not a big problem. Most of the book focuses on simple portaits, which seem to get a bit more complicated later in the book. There is a small amount of landscape scenes mixed in so that was a bonus.

I had pretty high expectations for this book and let me say I wasn't disappointed one bit! The artwork is absolutely gorgeous and the quality is stunning!!This book is great to look through again and again, but also to learn and study from.I would definitely recommend this to anyone who loves this artist, or just art in general!

A really beautiful book with amazing illustrations. I love Ilya Kuvshinov's work and I am so happy to have this book in my art book collection. It's not too large, and I prefer that it isn't hardcover because it's easier to handle and flip through. I love the sketches as much as I love the finished pieces. Definitely a must buy!

I've watched Ilya Kuvshinov on Instagram and DeviantArt for a few years now and finally purchased this book. It now rests on my top shelf on desplay next to Loish and Makoto Shinkai's art books, all of which I've read and still look at for inspiration! However, I wish there was a section on how he creates certain drawings as that would be brilliant to read and write about in future studies for my uni course! Aside from that I would still buy it and have even recommend him to fellow friends!

Ilya Kuvshinovs artwork is like getting lost in a sea of faces that you never want to leave.The quality of the book is amazing, and goes great with my *cough* small collection of artbooks.If you've never seen this artists work before, it's 1billion percent worth checking out.

you want to own this, believe me. It feels so good to know I finally have a copy waiting for me back at home when I'm out and about. Taking inspiration from figures on public transport, Ilya unmasks strangers, framing such complex personality in every picture. Just having your own special moment each time you thumb through it never gets old.Thank you Ilya x magical

Such a beautiful compilation of artwork very well presented. A great addition to the collection of any art enthusiast or digital artist!

This is such an amazing book, full of beautiful art. If you are a Ilya fan this book is a must!