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An Eames Primer

by Eames Demetrios (Goodreads Author)

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The first book to capture the philosophy and spirit behind the work of Charles and Ray Eames, "An Eames Primer" offers an in-depth look at the couple's prolific legacy--one that has placed them among the most important American designers of the twentieth century. Those who know one or two aspects of the Eameses' work are often surprised to learn just how far and vast their...more

Paperback, 240 pages

Published February 9th 2002 by Universe (first published 2002)

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Mar 11, 2010 Kamal rated it 3 of 5 stars

Having read a number of other books about the Eameses, this book is the one that paints them in the best possible light. This may be because the book is written by their grandson and heir, Eames Demetrios. While the book is an important record of Ray and Charles oeuvre and working methods, it tends to gloss over the conflicts that around during the operation of their studio-- particularly the interpersonal conflicts between the Eameses and employees who wanted credit for their work. Demetrios wo...more

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Jan 07, 2009 Chelsea rated it 5 of 5 stars Recommends it for: any actual artist

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This was one of the most beautiful books I have ever read. It can be slow at parts if you aren't interested in the art-form being discussed but, overall, it's awesome. The perception of the process of art and how Charles and Ray Eames brought perspective to design through simple humanity and problem-solving techniques really elevated my understanding of the design world. It also gave me a new found appreciation for the warehouse art studio I currently work in as well as a history to grab hold of...more

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About Eames Demetrios

Eames Demetrios is an author, filmmaker and artist.

His most recent book is Kcymaerxthaere Travel Guide (Volume 4: Discover Leddl) [www.kcystories.com/products/travel-gu... ]. A 2009 book tour has just been completed. There will be more events in 2010. The book is a travel guide to an alternative universe, but one that tells of places you can actually visit in our linear world. Volume 4 concerns w...more Eames Demetrios is an author, filmmaker and artist.

His most recent book is Kcymaerxthaere Travel Guide (Volume 4: Discover Leddl) [www.kcystories.com/products/travel-gu... ]. A 2009 book tour has just been completed. There will be more events in 2010. The book is a travel guide to an alternative universe, but one that tells of places you can actually visit in our linear world. Volume 4 concerns what we would call linear Europe. It is part of his current large-scale project, Kcymaerxthaere, a multi pronged and ongoing work of 3 dimensional fiction and has been underway for several years. Manifestations include writings, video, performances, images, installation, limited edition prints and more (www.kcymaerxthaere.com). The first book in the series to be released in the linear world was Discover Kcymaerxthaere (Volume 6).

His best known book is An Eames Primer, a thematic biography of his grandparents, legendary designers Charles and Ray Eames, which is now into its 3rd printing.

His work is in a number of private collections and that of University of Georgia. His film and video works have shown at numerous museums and festivals: Library of Congress, Gulbenkian (Portugal), Smithsonian Institution, MOCA (LA), LACMA (LA), Meguro Art Museum (Tokyo), Film Forum (LA), Sundance Film Festival, Cairo Film Festival, and dozens more.

Demetrios has worn a number of different hats since graduating from Harvard, including multimedia work, consulting, exhibition design, and his ongoing role as director of the Eames Office. No matter which hat, he has brought out the adventurous side of his creative partners, institutions such as the Library of Congress and Portugal’s Gulbenkian Foundation, and businesses like Universal Studios and Interface, Inc (a billion dollar flooring company run on sustainable principles). Other important clients include Emeco, the Albers Foundation and the California Academy of Sciences.

In addition to his 5 books, Demetrios has contributed to many more and gives talks internationally (more than 29 countries spanning 5 continents). He has made over 50 films and videos of various lengths over the past 20 years or so. Themes and topics include a fiction feature on homelessness, a documentary on Sambo Mockbee’s Rural Studio, and the Malibu/Old Topanga Fire. Demetrios continues to lecture frequently on many topics, ranging from design to science, from scale and sustainability to his own work. He lives in southern California with his wife and children.

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