When Star Wars debuted in 1977, George Lucas《VISIONS》 revolutionized the visual landscape of mainstream American filmmaking,transporting fans to new galaxies and introducing them to cottntless now-classic characters,costumes, aliens, planets, and starships.

When Star Wars debuted in 1977, George Lucas《VISIONS》 revolutionized the visual landscape of mainstream American filmmaking,transporting fans to new galaxies and introducing them to cottntless now-classic characters,costumes, aliens, planets, and starships. By 2005,with the last film in theaters, the Star Wars Saga had become a phenomenon impacting cultures across the globe.

From the 《VISIONS》beginning, the Star Wars aesthetic was influenced by famed comic-book artists,illustrators, and fine artists, such as Cbesley Bonestell, John Berkey, Frank Frazetta, and others. Just as George Lucas drew upon the work of N. C. Wyeth and Norman Rockwell for his own visual inspiration, he has now invited more than loo of the best and upcoming artists to create new work inspired by their favorite characters, themes, landscapes,and moments from the Star Wars galaxy.

Star Wars Art: Visions collects these fantastic artworks together for the first time, celebrating more than thirty years of Star Wars with a roster of talent working in every style and genre. Capturing the imagination, beauty, and breadth of the films, Star Wars Art: Visions is both a tribute to and a new way of experiencing a galaxy far, far away....

FOREWORD

PREFACE

INTRODUCTION

THE PLATES

ARTISTS BIOGRAPHIES &STATEMENTS