Marking the first collaborative effort between Colette and Creative Future, this limited edition book is a testament to colette’s importance for contemporary culture and a curated document of the artists that have worked, collaborated and exhibited with colette since it first opened in 1997. Since its founding years, colette has played an important role in defining the scene of art, design and curation in Paris through close relationships with artistic individuals from a vast array of creative disciplines. Striving to portray these unique relationships and the stories behind them, this book examines not only the artistic processes and approaches of the many artists that have worked and exhibited with colette over the last eighteen years, but also their relationship and affiliation with colette. With comprehensive knowledge and in-depth discussions, the book aims to give an honest, personal and authentic look into the history of one of Paris’ most respected platforms for creative expression.

Compiled in close collaboration with colette over the course of two years, the book is a limited edition release of 1000 copies, each signed and numbered by the author. 

Artists

From the art studios of some of todays most respected artists to the walls of colette, this 258-page hardcover book includes an array comprehensive stories and in-depth conversations with twelve creative individuals who have all played an important role in the history of colette. Furthermore, the book also includes contributions from an additional sixteen artists.

Specifications

29.4 cm x 21.5 cm. 258 pages. Full color offset printed hardcover book. Printed on 140gsm matt art paper. Features a 350gsm dust jacket with a special cover artwork by Brooklyn-based artist, KAWS. Each book comes hand-packaged with a limited edition Creative Future x colette paint brush and a monochrome poster by Steven Harrington.