Art Deco Coloring Book

CLASSIFICATION: Geometric Design Volume SUBJECT: Art Deco (1920–1939) AUTHOR: Sandra Bacon PLATES: 20 Geometric Studies ROLE: The Jazz Age Streamline

The 1920s rejected the floral chaos of the Victorians in favor of something sharper: the machine. The Art Deco movement was defined by speed, symmetry, and unadulterated glamour.

This volume is a masterclass in that aesthetic. Featuring 20 stunning geometric patterns, it captures the visual rhythm of the Jazz Age—from the sunburst motifs of the Chrysler Building to the streamlined curves of a luxury ocean liner.

It invites you to engage with the elegance of the era through the application of pigment. It is a study in precision and opulence, allowing you to inhabit the world of the speakeasy and the skyscraper without the inconvenience of Prohibition.

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THE CURATOR'S NOTES

• The Design Language: These patterns are not random; they are architectural. They explore the specific vocabulary of Art Deco: stepped forms, radiating lines, and chevron repetitions. It is geometry with a pulse.
• The Palette Strategy: The era was defined by bold contrast. While you are free to use pastels, we recommend a strict palette of black, gold, silver, and teal to truly capture the "Great Gatsby" energy of the period.
• Stress Relief via Symmetry: There is a calming effect to perfect order. Unlike organic coloring books which can feel chaotic, the rigid structure of Art Deco provides a satisfying, logical framework for the mind to rest within.
• The Scale: At 10 x 8 inches, the book is perfectly sized for travel. It fits into a tote as easily as a flask fits into a garter.