A hyperrealist painter capturing the "awe of existence" itself, Kei Mieno presents his first art collection following the breakthrough success of his large-scale work Before Putting It into Words, which took approximately one and a half years to complete. This volume showcases his signature works in remarkable detail, including full-scale reproductions that reveal even the finest features such as delicate facial hair. Alongside essays exploring the hidden processes behind his works--based on dialogues between the artist and his models--the book also includes a special conversation with acclaimed film director Shunji Iwai.
