A new John Harris art book will capture more of his dreamlike sci-fi landscapes

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John Harris is best known for his paintings of science fiction landscapes, and soon there will be a new collection of his work for fans to dig into. The Art of John Harris II: Into the Blue is a hardcover book that features decades of work from the 73-year-old painter. The new collection will give readers a behind-the-scenes look at how certain projects went from sketch to finished work, as well as focus on his more futuristic paintings.

Some of Harris work includes book covers. Harris told The Verge that he doesn't consciously paint a specific way, despite having a very distinct and weird style.

• John Harris work featured in 2014’s Beyond the Horizon. Image: Titan Books
• John Harris work featured in 2014’s Beyond the Horizon. Image: Titan Books
• John Harris work featured in 2014’s Beyond the Horizon. Image: Titan Books
• John Harris work featured in 2014’s Beyond the Horizon. Image: Titan Books
• John Harris work featured in 2014’s Beyond the Horizon. Image: Titan Books
• John Harris work featured in 2014’s Beyond the Horizon. Image: Titan Books
• John Harris work featured in 2014’s Beyond the Horizon. Image: Titan Books
• John Harris work featured in 2014’s Beyond the Horizon. Image: Titan Books

He explains that he doesn't consciously have a style. I try to paint what is in my mind. Maybe what people are seeing is a feeling or vision that is personal to me, if they recognize my style. Maybe that is why it seems to work in fashion, because it isn't a fashion.

On October 11th, 2022, Into the Blue will be available. You can check out a selection of his work from Beyond the Horizon in the gallery above and see the new collection on the cover.

Image: Titan Books