Following Rizzoli's best-selling Pharrell: Places and Spaces I've Been this volume documents
the continuing adventures in art and design of one of the most influential figures in
contemporary music and popular culture. Lavishly illustrated with 250 photographs and
illustrations this book features Pharrell Williams's prolific and ever-expanding body of work
in a graphic language all his own. Straddling art design and hip-hop Pharrell's creative
output is without peer or precedent. By playing off different disciplines-music fashion and
contemporary art-Pharrell has redefined the role of the contemporary artist blazing a trail
for other musicians and cultural figures. Expanding on themes covered in Places and Spaces I've
Been this book gathers a new group of collaborators. Engaging Pharrell in conversation
talents as diverse as Karl Lagerfeld and Takashi Murakami position Pharrell's work within
contemporary visual and material culture. The worldwide success of the song Happy to his
soundtrack and production credit for the Oscar-nominated film Hidden Figures bookend a volume
devoted to Pharrell's mastery of artistic collaboration. Featuring work with artists as diverse
as JR Alex Katz Mr. and Daniel Arsham the book highlights recent projects and designs for
Chanel Moncler Moynat and Adidas. But at the heart is the visual language that Pharrell has
built around his Ice Cream Billionaire Boys Club clothing line which integrates streetwear
into the design of apparel accessories limited-edition toys and skate graphics. This alone
makes the book a must-have collectible.
