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Jun 10, 2014 Sean Barrs rated it it was amazing

This is an absolute treasure; it is one every fan of Tolkien's work should own. This is regardless whether you are a fan of the movie franchise, because most of the work in here was produced years before it was even devised. Some of the art was created specifically for the movie, but I think this could easily exist without it in its own right. Don't get me wrong, I love The Lord of the Rings movie trilogy (I'm not going to mention the shambles referred to as the Hobbit trilogy) but I feel that A This is an absolute treasure; it is one every fan of Tolkien's work should own. This is regardless whether you are a fan of the movie franchise, because most of the work in here was produced years before it was even devised. Some of the art was created specifically for the movie, but I think this could easily exist without it in its own right. Don't get me wrong, I love The Lord of the Rings movie trilogy (I'm not going to mention the shambles referred to as the Hobbit trilogy) but I feel that Allan Lee's work really transcends it; it is wonderful on its own.

Brilliant Artwork

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He illustrated a special edition of the book many years before, and in here are some of those images as well. I really struggle to imagine a middle earth beyond the images that Allan lee has produced. I can see that he tried to adhere as much as possible to Tolkien's descriptions, and I think because of this Allan Lee's work is so brilliant. Most of the images are annotated with descriptions that are insightful to the creative process behind them, and Allan Lee constantly re-asserts the point that without the sheer depth to Tolkien's narrative, his images would have been nowhere near as vivid. I really would not like to see a middle earth that strays from Tolkien's words, and with Allan Lee we don't have to.

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It's really quite exciting to see this images that were later polished up for the movies. You can literally see whole scenes that were adapted from one image created by Allan lee. By reading this you get to see how the work has evolved from its early sketches to a big scene in the films. There are even a couple of pages on Tom Bombadil and Goldenberry, which Jackson excluded from the films. Reading this is like seeing an image version of the entire trilogy. The images are in chronological order, which re-tells Tolkien's magnum opus.

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Overall, this is an absolute wonderful book. I strongly recommend it to Tolkien fans, whether you like the movies or not. A lot of the work in here was created many years before Allan Lee was asked to work on the movies. Therefore, I wholeheartedly recommend this to all Tolkien enthusiasts. And if that isn't reason enough to read the book, the excellent Sir Ina Mckellen provides a superb introduction to this book.

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Oct 04, 2015 Kitty G Books rated it it was amazing

This is a book I recently picked up in order to learn a lot more about the LotR book to film adaptation process and what exactly being the concept artist for such a big project means. Alan Lee was one of the essential concept artists who not only illustrated some of the LotR and Hobbit books on the Centenary editions, but was also heavily involved in the 6 year process of producing the Lord of the Rings films. This book is a largely image focused book with full page, small and medium images of v This is a book I recently picked up in order to learn a lot more about the LotR book to film adaptation process and what exactly being the concept artist for such a big project means. Alan Lee was one of the essential concept artists who not only illustrated some of the LotR and Hobbit books on the Centenary editions, but was also heavily involved in the 6 year process of producing the Lord of the Rings films. This book is a largely image focused book with full page, small and medium images of various creatures, places etc from Middle Earth, but it is accompanied by some wonderful text where Lee talks about inspirations, his own love for the book, and exactly what he was aiming for with the designs.

I have to say that the artwork in this book is phenomenal and it really made me want to watch and re-watch the films for all of the Lord of the Rings just to see his ideas come to life. It's a fantastically polished version of what I imagine starts off as a much messier planning process, but for that reason it's beautiful and exciting and some of the images are definitely relatable to the films.

This book also has text which I actually found to be truly fascinating and at some times even emotional because it was such a big part of everyone, cast, crew, artists, designers, producers etc. lives whilst they were involved in the films and stepping away from it at last and recounting it in this book you do get the vibe that nothing will ever be quite as magical an experience.

I would say this is an amazing book not only for the artwork but also for the insight it offers into how things get done in production and art teams for big epic set films. I loved every page and sent a lot of pictures of some of the more stunning images to my friends too. Highly recommended - 5*s

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Apr 21, 2022 Noctvrnal rated it it was amazing

This wonderful art book took me at least 3 hours to finish even tho it doesn't carry much text. Mainly because the illustrations provided are so incredible and I spent a lot of time studying each little sketch. Alan Lee also provides sketches of scenes and characters (some more detailed than others) that didn't end in the famous illustrated version of Lord of the Rings and provides even more imagery to movies themselves on which he extensively worked. His commentary on working on the sets and pi This wonderful art book took me at least 3 hours to finish even tho it doesn't carry much text. Mainly because the illustrations provided are so incredible and I spent a lot of time studying each little sketch. Alan Lee also provides sketches of scenes and characters (some more detailed than others) that didn't end in the famous illustrated version of Lord of the Rings and provides even more imagery to movies themselves on which he extensively worked. His commentary on working on the sets and picking scenes and details, while not wordy, is definitely impressive and lets us to part the curtain and peak behind the scenes of movies and book illustrations alike, giving more depth to already an incredibly deep world that Tolkien created. Alan Lee's work is forever tied to the story itself and I was beyond rejoiced to read this book, albeit in pdf and not physical form, to give more detail to already detailed Middle Earth in my mind. Recommended to every book and movie fan. ...more

Dec 06, 2017 exploraDora rated it it was amazing

Absolute must-have for anyone who is a fan of the LOTR books and/or the movies!

Alan Lee's artwork has impressed me ever since I first saw the appendices of The Fellowship of the Ring movie, and his artwork in this book is even more impressive! The content is simply amazing and full of his brilliant sketches. Each piece is accompanied by descriptions of what Lee was thinking about while he drew them, or better yet interesting stories about the making of the movies.

The book also details how Lee w

Absolute must-have for anyone who is a fan of the LOTR books and/or the movies!

The book also details how Lee worked his magic and turned his art from paper into the sets of Lord of the Rings. I just loved every page!

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Feb 06, 2012 Nicky rated it really liked it

Another borrowed volume which I'd one day like to own. It contains a lot of Alan Lee's sketches from when he was working on The Lord of the Rings films, and his commentary on the work he did then. And some interesting titbits about the man himself, too (like the fact that he doesn't Do lists: if he's packing to go away somewhere, he draws his suitcase with the things he needs to take).

Worth a look, if you're interested in Middle-earth, the making of the films, or Alan Lee's work.

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Edit: Also, this is the first freaking book of the year and I'm already crying. WHY DID I DO THIS TO MYSELF?!

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I love art and I love LoTR so this was perfect for me. I could talk about the beautiful drawings, the behind the scenes stories by Lee or the magic of LoTR. Instead, I want to express my feelings while reading this because there's really no dispute in the quality of this book.

LoTR came out when I was barely a teenager. I had never heard of the book series (except for The Hobbi

Edit: Also, this is the first freaking book of the year and I'm already crying. WHY DID I DO THIS TO MYSELF?!

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LoTR came out when I was barely a teenager. I had never heard of the book series (except for The Hobbit) and didn't want to watch the films at first. In the end, we went to the cinema with our teacher to see the first movie and I instantly became a fan. The movie resonated with me and so many aspects showed the immense quality, including the care, skill and love in the designs for props.
The movie came out in 2001, that's now 18 years ago. And the book brought me back to that phase in my life and rekindled the magic, wonder and awe I felt while watching the Fellowship journeying through Middle-Earth.
This book was a temporal journey and it filled me with so much nostalgia, reminding me of the sheer amazement I felt that I got emotional. And I feel like Lindsay Ellis in her Hobbit essays: the LoTR series came out at a crucial moment, when I was ripe to be captured by the story and be entranced by it. There were and are many franchises I still love but there won't be any other series that will quite catch me like LoTR did because growing up gives new perspectives, wisdom and different approaches. I was lucky enough to see this in 2001, when its magic could affect me like no other series could have.
And there's something deeply painful in realising that there won't be a new LoTR for me. No matter how much I've loved Star Wars since forever, no matter how much I enjoy the MCU: LoTR was a special phenomenon at the perfect moment that will not be recreated for me personally. It is, indeed, the journey's end.

I love how much attention to detail, care, hard work and love went into the movie project. I love the dedication and brutal will to make it happen. I love the memory of that time.
Like Sam, I watch the ship sail away into the West. A last goodbye.

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Jun 06, 2007 Urania rated it it was amazing

My rating is both based on the text and Alan Lee's artwork, which is amazing. He's also a surprisingly eloquent writer, considering he's more well-known for his illustration skills. It's not exactly literature, but it's a beautiful book with some well-written behind-the-scenes thoughts from the artist. My rating is both based on the text and Alan Lee's artwork, which is amazing. He's also a surprisingly eloquent writer, considering he's more well-known for his illustration skills. It's not exactly literature, but it's a beautiful book with some well-written behind-the-scenes thoughts from the artist. ...more

This book review comes, like most of those that I write, with an accompanying story; one which will likely engulf my review of the book itself. And so to save you, my dear reader, from once more getting caught in this wave, I will abridge my story. Here's the Sparknotes version: Several Christmases ago, when I was a Sophomore in High School, my parents gave me the Blu-ray extended edition box set of the Lord of the Rings trilogy. I have always loved the trilogy--in fact, for nearly a decade now, This book review comes, like most of those that I write, with an accompanying story; one which will likely engulf my review of the book itself. And so to save you, my dear reader, from once more getting caught in this wave, I will abridge my story. Here's the Sparknotes version: Several Christmases ago, when I was a Sophomore in High School, my parents gave me the Blu-ray extended edition box set of the Lord of the Rings trilogy. I have always loved the trilogy--in fact, for nearly a decade now, we've partaken in an annual tradition of watching the Lord of the Rings Trilogy every New Year's Day. It is a day that is always filled with excitement, heartbreak, joy, appetizers, and family; memories I know will warm my heart for as long as I live. Contained within this box set is a lengthy series of appendices, countless hours of footage following the making of each of the films--one that I watched in full after receiving the gift. These documentaries mark my first and last encounter with Alan Lee; last, that is, until I read this book. I honestly don't remember much from the film's appendices: I have flashes of certain behind the scenes looks, interviews, juicy facts (such as the infamous scene where Viggo Mortensen actually breaks his toe), identifying cameos, and, it just so happens, a few of Alan Lee and how he came to be associated with the film. He rehashes all of this briefly in the book, but in the first appendix that accompanies the Fellowship of the Ring, if my memory serves me right, there are interviews with Peter Jackson and Fran Walsh in which they explain their decision to call upon Lee to help with the film, as well as footage, again, if I'm remembering correctly, of the group actually meeting for the first time at Lee's humble abode in The Middle of Nowhere, England. The appendices give credit where credit is due, and so I was made well aware of just how massive of an impact on the style of the films Lee and his illustrations had. This book offers readers another, more personal window into the journey the films took from Tolkien's hand to Lee's, and finally to the screen. Accompanying each of the illustrations are charming insights and tidbits about both the films and Lee's own creative process. Fascinating and, for fans of the films, well worth taking a look at. ...more

Jan 08, 2019 Julia rated it it was amazing

For every fan of The Lord of the Rings movies, this book is definitely a must read. It´s so interesting to get to know more about all the work that was put into creating all these beautiful locations and sceneries and also to see which designs were actually Alan Lee´s. You get quite a bit of extra information on the entire creating process and to me that was really interesting and informative since I truely try tolearn everything about these movies I possibly can.
I particularly enjoyed the bits For every fan of The Lord of the Rings movies, this book is definitely a must read. It´s so interesting to get to know more about all the work that was put into creating all these beautiful locations and sceneries and also to see which designs were actually Alan Lee´s. You get quite a bit of extra information on the entire creating process and to me that was really interesting and informative since I truely try tolearn everything about these movies I possibly can.
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Apr 27, 2011 Sanjana rated it really liked it

Such brilliance!! It's impossible for a LOTR geek to truly claim to be one without having at least skimmed through this book. Bonus points for people who choose to read it! Right from the conception to the final execution, Lee's work is remarkable. The movie could have been visually horrifying if it wasn't for his interpretation of Tolkien's work! Such brilliance!! It's impossible for a LOTR geek to truly claim to be one without having at least skimmed through this book. Bonus points for people who choose to read it! Right from the conception to the final execution, Lee's work is remarkable. The movie could have been visually horrifying if it wasn't for his interpretation of Tolkien's work! ...more

Apr 29, 2011 Erinn rated it it was amazing

Right after this book came out, Alan Lee did a book signing in Austin. It was such an amazing talk he did. I loved looking at the slide show and being able to hear him talk. Did you know that he used to be grave digger? Anyway, I was able to get this book, Faeries, and Castles signed by him that night. So awesome!

A fascinating look at Alan Lee's LOTR artwork, and contributions to the film set. My copies of the books have Lee's artwork on the covers, so he's always helped my imagination along in the world of Middle-earth. The text isn't overly detailed, but I did learn a bit about the process of building the sets and miniatures that brought the series to life. Most of the images are pencil sketches, while a few are finished watercolors. Lee has a remarkable knowledge of the lore from which Tolkien drew fo A fascinating look at Alan Lee's LOTR artwork, and contributions to the film set. My copies of the books have Lee's artwork on the covers, so he's always helped my imagination along in the world of Middle-earth. The text isn't overly detailed, but I did learn a bit about the process of building the sets and miniatures that brought the series to life. Most of the images are pencil sketches, while a few are finished watercolors. Lee has a remarkable knowledge of the lore from which Tolkien drew for Middle-earth, which makes his vivid imaginations of that world all the more wonderful.

Lee references Sam's verse about the Oliphaunt, connecting Tolkien's appreciation for riddles with the Exeter Book. These are the types of details that make Lee just the right person for visioning Middle-earth. Lee contributes his own riddle:

Dug up from the earth and sealed in a coffin,
sold for less than my true worth,
hacked by sharp blades and dragged over a wide meadow
behind a pale charioteer,
leaving, I hope, some evidence of the crime.

Now shrunken in size,
having lived my life backward,
my slow demise
another's conception.
What am I?

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Dec 31, 2019 Marko Vasić rated it it was amazing

Alan Lee is an magnificent artist who revived and depicted many of Tolkien's work, as well as The Mabinogion. This scrapbook is for those who already possess some of illustrated The Lord of the Rings editions to gain an insight how many of these marvellous illustrations were gradually developed. And much much more. Alan Lee is an magnificent artist who revived and depicted many of Tolkien's work, as well as The Mabinogion. This scrapbook is for those who already possess some of illustrated The Lord of the Rings editions to gain an insight how many of these marvellous illustrations were gradually developed. And much much more. ...more

Jan 09, 2022 Sourojit Das rated it really liked it

A brilliant companion volume for fans of the LOTR movie series as well as all Middle Earth enthusiasts

Feb 18, 2018 Steve Davala rated it it was amazing

I remember the first time seeing an Alan Lee painting for the Lord of the Rings. Not the movies, but the old school calendars and the LotR trilogy book with the interior artwork. This was the first time I knew someone had a vision that matched my own view of Middle Earth. (Ok John Howe had some sick artwork, too, but Lee's captured the essence of that world.)
This sketchbook shows his pencil drawings through time in developing the iconic images I've come to associate with Middle Earth. I enjoyed I remember the first time seeing an Alan Lee painting for the Lord of the Rings. Not the movies, but the old school calendars and the LotR trilogy book with the interior artwork. This was the first time I knew someone had a vision that matched my own view of Middle Earth. (Ok John Howe had some sick artwork, too, but Lee's captured the essence of that world.)
This sketchbook shows his pencil drawings through time in developing the iconic images I've come to associate with Middle Earth. I enjoyed seeing more to the sketches than what appeared in the actual paintings.
Alan is a very down to earth person with an amazing talent. You can understand why Peter Jackson used him as a consultant for the art direction in the movies. ...more

Jun 06, 2011 Saphira rated it really liked it

For any LOTR fan, this book is a must-see-must-read. It is of the utmost importance that you read the comments made by Allan as well as drooling over the images (use a towel, dammit, don't drool all over the book!) to get the extent of his work in LOTR.
Unfortunatelly, some of the sketches came out a bit faded when printed and some of the lines are unclear, but such is the fate of pencil sketches, not much mode you can do! Only reason why i didn't rate it 5 =) For any LOTR fan, this book is a must-see-must-read. It is of the utmost importance that you read the comments made by Allan as well as drooling over the images (use a towel, dammit, don't drool all over the book!) to get the extent of his work in LOTR.
Unfortunatelly, some of the sketches came out a bit faded when printed and some of the lines are unclear, but such is the fate of pencil sketches, not much mode you can do! Only reason why i didn't rate it 5 =) ...more

Mar 11, 2013 Louis rated it it was amazing

Having received this as a gift from my other half, I was rather extatic as I have been wishing for this sketch collection for this past couple of years. Alan Lee showcases his talent at reimagining the world as created by J.R.R. Tolkien in the years just shy of 1950. I love the perennial feel to the drawings, the immense attention to detail, the slightly altered look and feel as compared to the movie. A must for any LOTR fan.

Nov 29, 2015 Amalie rated it it was amazing

Recommends it for: art fans

This book is an absolute treasure! This contains over 150 delicate pencil sketches and Alan Lee is a pencil genius. There's writing all through the book on how Alan Lee took inspiration and how he drew a lot of the pictures.

As a keen amateur artist, I found myself glued to the book. I love to do sensitive and detailed sketches. Lee's ones are some of the highly refined pencil sketches I've seen.

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The sketches are beautiful!!!
Now I just want to do 2 things:
1) (re)read the books
2) rewatch the movies

Mar 08, 2022 Mitch Milam rated it really liked it

Alan Lee is an INCREDIBLE artist, but I wish this was a book of completed drawings rather than sketches. His commentary was really insightful though!

Oct 27, 2018 Jess rated it it was amazing

I was very lucky to receive this book for my birthday this year, as it has been on my wish list for some time. I must admit I had forgotten this book was on my wish list, so it was a great surprise to receive it. I remember my mom buying me the centenary illustrated edition of The Lord of Rings and it is one of my favourite books, so to actually be able read how Alan Lee came up with his amazing art work has been rather exciting.

Firstly, I must admit I did not read the book, I just sat there loo

Firstly, I must admit I did not read the book, I just sat there looking at each page and the beautiful art work appearing on each page, remembering where the sketches fit in with the narrative. I was pleased I took the time to enjoy the art work first, as I know I am quite often guilty of getting too absorbed in the words and missing out on the beauty of the art.

Once I had seen all the artwork I then went back to the beginning and started to read. I wasn't entirely sure what to expect from the book, sometimes with these types of books I easily loose focus and find it hard to finish the book. However, this book I could not put down. I loved how Lee described the history he has with the story and how parts of his childhood influenced his imagination for some of the scenes. Lee describes how when he read The Lord of the Rings he was constantly imagining what the scene looked like and thinking what was Tolkien wanting the scenes to look like and what images were influencing his descriptions in the book and Lee wanting to be as true to that as he could.

Seeing the little sketches and ideas that Lee worked through in the book gives you a glimpse into what it must be like inside Lee's head. I can not imagine that he ever stops creating either in his head or doodling on paper, that is what comes across most in the book. He is always thinking and working.

The details in the book about how the film sets were created are fascinating and just magical. It really brought it home to be just how many people were involved in the making of one of my all time film series. I also loved how Lee is happily telling the reader about his frustrations, the art work he wasn't so happy with and particularly when he had to pull all nighters.

I truly loved this book and even though I have finished it, I still pick it up and dip in to look again at this stunning artwork.

For the full review please go to my blog at ladybookdragon.com

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A perk of marrying another massive nerd is getting to add their collection of books to your own. I've been eyeing this book up on his shelf for years but it only after moving in together did I get the time to sit and read it properly. It's beautiful. The sketches are wonderful and I loved reading the accompanying anecdotes from Alan Lee.

May 17, 2018 Dane Whitted rated it it was amazing

Fantastic. Great and inspiring illustrations for an artist like myself.
Really interesting to see (or read) the "behind the scenes" in book form instead of watching videos of them. I never knew how much Alan Lee impacted the movies. Highly suggested to read if you are a LotR fan! Fantastic. Great and inspiring illustrations for an artist like myself.
Really interesting to see (or read) the "behind the scenes" in book form instead of watching videos of them. I never knew how much Alan Lee impacted the movies. Highly suggested to read if you are a LotR fan! ...more

"Drawing, for me, is more a process of editing out than attempting to delineate something that already exists as an image in my mind." (Alan Lee)

I received The Lord of the Rings Sketchbook by Alan Lee for Christmas. I've always loved drawing concept art, and seeing sketches from one of the lead concept artists of LotR was awe-inspiring, to say the least. This book takes it to a new level, especially because it showcases simple ("simple," when you consider the far reaches of digital art in many c

"Drawing, for me, is more a process of editing out than attempting to delineate something that already exists as an image in my mind." (Alan Lee)

It wasn't just the sketches, but the artistic journey that went with them. I enjoyed reading about the author's experience going from illustrator to lead concept artist, how a single pencil can create and lead to the magic we now know as the Lord of the Rings trilogy. The sketches are arranged in chronological order as they appear in the films, so the reader can follow the journey from the Shire, to Bree, to Rivendell, Moria, the Borderlands, and beyond. It was such a massive undertaking that I got lost in the book for hours.

For a sketchbook that—based on the title, at least—focuses on Alan Lee's sketches, I found the text to be lighthearted but raw in emotion. I do like the Lord of the Rings films, so reading about his work with different artists, filmmakers, and even cast members (there is a foreword from Sir Ian McKellan, just throwing that out there) both brought me back to the films and hammered home just how much effort went into making them. I suspect the entire cast and crew of LotR are really wizards in disguise—some not even in disguise—to bring these artistic visions to life.

I very much enjoyed The Lord of the Rings Sketchbook. It was inspiring to me not only as an artist but also as a storyteller. And of course, LotR is the perfect example in proving that big things can have small beginnings. If that is not inspiration, I don't know what is.

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Jun 18, 2021 Misa rated it it was amazing

This was so impressive to read and to look at. Alan Lee's artwork is of another world, it's magical and so strong at the same time. Can you imagine what would have been Tolkien's reaction if he had seen Lee's work on his books?

I loved his explanations for each main scene in the movies and how he worked on them and what inspired him in his artwork, what surprised me most is his knowledge about Tolkien's references in his books and these sentences in his intro:
" I first read The Lord of the Rings when I was Seventeen and working as gardener in a cemetery... So the outer suburbs of Middlesex became Middle-earth and my friends became Rangers, and I decided that I would really rather illustrate books than tend graves."

Wow! Tolkien's books had such a big impact on his life and dreams.

Also, I do love his work on the trees and the forests which like he said : "Sometimes I feel that my trees have more life in them than my people."

Another think that he said that I liked is:

"..., but I accept that I'll always have to draw several badly before drawing one well." This is so true and important to get when you're doing anything in life, that you have to do bad in order to do good or better.

Anyway, this book made my day and it gave me an excuse to rewatch the trilogy,hhhhh!

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Mar 18, 2021 ❄ Nina ❄ rated it it was amazing

I am one of those people who absolutely loves poring over the many, many, many hours of bonus material on the Lord of the Rings movies ... and this book was just as good! While the Hobbit Sketchbook had been more about the progress of the creation of Alan Lee's art itself, the LotR Sketchbook delved deeper into tidbits about filming the iconic movies and his vital contribution to the masterpiece.
The detail of the fine lines of his artwork is mind blowing! There's so much rich texture, from the f I am one of those people who absolutely loves poring over the many, many, many hours of bonus material on the Lord of the Rings movies ... and this book was just as good! While the Hobbit Sketchbook had been more about the progress of the creation of Alan Lee's art itself, the LotR Sketchbook delved deeper into tidbits about filming the iconic movies and his vital contribution to the masterpiece.
The detail of the fine lines of his artwork is mind blowing! There's so much rich texture, from the faces to the amour, to the architecture, to the landscapes ... Alan Lee makes Middle-earth feel strikingly real.
You know, the one thing I loved most about that bonus material? It was sensing, feeling and hearing how passionate every single person involved in the process of creating these films were about Tolkien's Middle-earth ... and it became just as apparent in this book. ...more

Jan 14, 2020 Tearese rated it really liked it

I got this book as a companion to John Howes' book, "A Middle-Earth Traveler" that I had purchased the previous year. I have been a fan of both artists since long before the LOTR movies were made, and love seeing the drawings of each artist, and how they compliment each other and inform the style of the movies. There were some interesting differences in the text of the two volumes.
This book of Alan Lee's artwork includes text that focuses mainly on the work of the movies, and what the artists ha I got this book as a companion to John Howes' book, "A Middle-Earth Traveler" that I had purchased the previous year. I have been a fan of both artists since long before the LOTR movies were made, and love seeing the drawings of each artist, and how they compliment each other and inform the style of the movies. There were some interesting differences in the text of the two volumes.
This book of Alan Lee's artwork includes text that focuses mainly on the work of the movies, and what the artists had to do in aid to their creation. This book would be a great addition to the library of any LOTR book or movie fan. ...more

Jul 15, 2020 Don Jaucian rated it it was amazing

This just reminds me of how amazing The Lord of the Rings is as a cinematic work and a stellar example of how to adapt a beloved literary masterpiece to the big screen. The amount of hard work, attention to detail, and the sprawling task of visually translating Tolkien's world is just astounding.

Alan Lee's sketches are amazing as always. There are a few full color paintings here and there. I initially was looking for these but I came to appreciate the finer details of Lee's sketches for the fil

Anyway, a rewatch is in order!

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The book offers both a multitude of sketches that show the process behind the design of the film and also plenty of background information on the art-to-film process.

I was absolutely amazed by the amount of background information about the film and the art behind the film that this book offered! I bought this mainly as a way to explore the amazing sketches of Alan Lee and it absolutely surpassed my expectations.
Next to the awesome sketches, there is also a thorough explanation of how the art wa

The book offers both a multitude of sketches that show the process behind the design of the film and also plenty of background information on the art-to-film process.

This makes the book an exciting read for any fans of the movies and anyone who wants to explore an epic film process!

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What an experience. This book really is a delight from start to finish. It's a must read for any fan of Alan's work, or of the Lord of the Rings movies and books (since he talks about illustrating for both), or really anyone who's interested in art overall. Do you find graphic design, set design, cinematography, movie making, or just plain beautiful drawings and short anecdotes from an accomplished illustrator interesting? Then this is certainly a book for you. Excited to move onto the book on T What an experience. This book really is a delight from start to finish. It's a must read for any fan of Alan's work, or of the Lord of the Rings movies and books (since he talks about illustrating for both), or really anyone who's interested in art overall. Do you find graphic design, set design, cinematography, movie making, or just plain beautiful drawings and short anecdotes from an accomplished illustrator interesting? Then this is certainly a book for you. Excited to move onto the book on The Hobbit now. ...more

Alan Lee is an English book illustrator and movie conceptual designer. He was born on 20 August 1947 in Middlesex, England and studied at the Ealing School of Art, specialising in illustration, and has illustrated a wide range of books, including Faeries (with Brian Froud), The Mabinogion, Castles, Merlin Dreams, The Black Ships of Troy and The Wanderings of Oysseus.

He is best known for his award

He is best known for his award winning work on The Lord of The Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien - having done illustration work for both the books and the Peter Jackson directed movies. As of 2011, he is working on The Hobbit movies, based on Tolkien's book, again directed by Peter Jackson.

Tolkien's work has inspired him ever since he read his books at an early age. Alan Lee is also inspired by nature, myth, legends and Folklore.

Alan Lee draws a lot of inspiration from nature around in which he lives - he lives and works on the edge of Dartmoor, in Devon, England.

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His artistic influences include:
"I've been strongly influenced, in technique as well as subject matter, by some of the early 20th-century book illustrators — Arthur Rackham and Edmund Dulac in particular, Burne-Jones and other Pre-Raphaelites, and the Arts-&-Crafts movement they engendered. I'm continually inspired by Rembrandt, Breughel (I've wondered whether his brilliant "Tower of Babel" had inspired Tolkien's description of Minas Tyrith), Hieronymous Bosch, Albrecht Durer, and Turner; it's not necessarily that they influence my work in any particular direction, more that their example raises my spirits, re-affirms my belief in the power of images to move and delight us, and shows me how much further I have to go, how much is possible. Having visited Venice and Florence for the first time, I am besotted with the Italian Renaissance artists — Botticelli, Bellini, da Vinci and others. Their work is calm, controlled, and yet each face and landscape contains such passion." - Alan Lee

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