Shura Born-Kraëff — Book release

The life of the artist Shura Born-Kraëff, who died on June 12, 2019, was so extraordinary that it simply needed to be written down and told. Our goal here is to emphasize the unique circumstances, the influences of languages, cultures, literature, music and arts that helped shape Shura into such an extraordinary woman and artist.

It is difficult to condense Shura’s fascination for the absurd, her pursuit of justice, her unconditional love for women and animals and her endless curiosity into only 100 pages. Still, while combing through more than 30,000 photos, photographed paintings and scanned sketches and drawings, we were able to recall some of our forgotten moments with her.

We have also examined old documents, postcards and letters that have been translated from Dutch to German or from Russian to English, which all add depth and scope to Shura’s incredible history.

Let’s take you on a journey where you will discover a critical, sophisticated woman who brought out the best in herself despite facing many disappointments and obstacles as she struggled to be recognized as an accomplished artist. (Susanne L. Born, Berlin and Maria Elena Cuartas y de Marchena, Amsterdam)

Contributing writers (in alphabetical order): Dagmar Bielstein, Susanne L. Born, Maria Elena Cuartas y de Marchena, Eberhard Czech, Mara Dominioni, Astrid Eickhoff, Gela Straube, Julia Kokke, Jeanne-Marie Noël and Assunta Verrone.

The book is available for 19,80 Euros plus shipping at susanne@galleryno10-berlin.com

Shura's art is available at GalleryNo10 Berlin

Publisher : Born PR
Language : English
Hardcover : 100 pages
Photos: 262
ISBN-10 : 3000672621
ISBN-13 : 978-3000672620

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Susanne L. Born
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Susanne L. Born is a PR professional. She truly understands how to build and sustain professional relationships that ultimately serve the client and the media. Susanne L. Born has worked in various media outlets. She has an established professional background in print, television journalism, public radio news, publishing and writing.