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Heirloomist: 100 Treasures and the Stories They Tell

The Heirloomist: 100 Treasures and the Stories They Tell

By Shana Novak

"Beautiful stories that celebrate the power an object can hold are at the heart of The Heirloomist by photographer Shana Novak, creator of the project of the same name dedicated to documenting keepsakes and transforming them into uniquely meaningful works of art. 100 objects from strangers and cultural icons alike range from the everyday to the extraordinary: the fork that began Nora McInerny's relationship with her late husband; the sculpture that inspired Christy Turlington to fight for maternal healthcare; the charm bracelet that Nate Berkus gifted his daughter in stylish family tradition; the baby shoes that represent Rosanne Cash's love for her children; and Andrew Zimmern's inherited steel carving set, the beginning of a storied career in food.

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Book Information

Publisher: Chronicle Books
Publish Date: 04/30/2024
Pages: 256
ISBN-13: 9781797224404
ISBN-10: 1797224409
Language: English

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A warm, inviting celebration of beloved keepsakes and the stories they hold. A set of old apartment keys, a pair of worn running shoes, a declaration of love scribbled on a restaurant receipt. Beautiful stories that celebrate the power an object can hold are at the heart of The Heirloomist by photographer Shana Novak, creator of the project of the same name dedicated to documenting keepsakes and transforming them into uniquely meaningful works of art. The 100 objects featured here range from the everyday to the extraordinary. Treasured heirlooms to their owners, ordinary folks and cultural figures alike, they hold remarkable stories such as:
  • Nora McInerny on the fork that began her relationship with her late husband.
  • The sculpture that inspired Christy Turlington to fight for maternal healthcare.
  • The charm bracelet Nate Berkus gifted his daughter in stylish family tradition.
  • Rosanne Cash's love for her children represented by baby shoes.
  • Andrew Zimmern's inherited steel carving set that began a storied career in food.
Big or small, expensive or humble, we all have meaningful items with powerful messages behind them. Celebratory, sentimental, and bursting with heart, The Heirloomist offers a glimpse into the treasures we hold dear and how they inform the stories of our lives. HEARTWARMING GIFT: The stories attached to these heirlooms range from funny to moving and everything in between. An artful and touching memory book, it makes a sentimental gift for Mother's Day, Father's Day, graduation, housewarming, or any special occasion. Also perfect for anyone looking for unique stories. FOR FANS ART BOOKS LIKE HUMANS OF NEW YORK: The Heirloomist contains dozens of striking portraits of seemingly ordinary objects along with fascinating stories that will resonate with readers long after they've been read. The ultimate coffee table book, it is at once visually engaging and warmly entertaining. BASED ON A BELOVED BRAND: Through her business and popular Instagram account of the same name, photographer Shana Novak turns treasured keepsakes into uniquely meaningful works of art. As @theheirloomist, Shana has become a living receptacle for her clients' stories, absorbing them as she strives to capture the essence of what makes each keepsake special to its owner in her photographs, and sharing them with her strong audience of devoted followers. Perfect for:
  • Fans of The Heirloomist project and @theheirloomist social media accounts
  • Lovers of found objects and the stories behind them
  • Photography enthusiasts and photography book collectors
  • Anyone seeking unique Mother's Day or Father's Day gifts
  • Readers of the New Yorker and story collections such as Humans of New York, Advanced Style, and Worn Stories

About the Author

Shana Novak is an established commercial still-life photographer based in New York City. She has collaborated with brands such as Coca-Cola and Procter & Gamble, and her work has been featured in the New Yorker , Time , Rolling Stone , Architectural Digest , Town and Country , and Domino.

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