It’s the kind of trivia only a true fan would know, and since it comes packaged in beautiful purple binding, it’s sure to make other muggles quake with envy.” — MoviePilot.com
“If you are a fan of the films, and are looking for more details, insider information, and sketches galore, then this is the book for you and...a must have.” — Mugglenet.com
“...it’s fun to see the way various creatures evolved before the final image.” — Geekdad.com
“...this coffee-table tome is a comprehensive and delightful look at the memorable creatures that populate the magical world... A true collector’s edition...” — Examiner.com
“...Revenson is one of the few—outside of perhaps Rowling herself—who is paid to know every twist, turn, first appearance, second appearance, elbow shape and snout color for every beast that has ever appeared in the Harry Potter movie series.” — Chicago Sun-Times
“...[the] book collects some of the most breathtaking concept art we’ve seen in ages of dragons and other magnificent creatures, from the Harry Potter movies.” — io9.com
“Harry Potter: The Creature Vault is a fascinating look at how this menagerie was brought to life for the blockbuster Harry Potter film series.” — Hypable.com
“VERDICT Visually stimulating and comprehensive, this volume is a much welcome addition to the Potter collection.” — Library Journal
“The original Harry Potter creature concept art is utterly breathtaking. — Buzzfeed
“The original Harry Potter sketches are all kinds of creepy, fuzzy and awesome.” — Hello Giggles
“...a magical new coffee table book” — The Telegraph
“...Harper Collins...released a new book featuring the astounding original concept art for many of the creepy-crawly (and cute and fluffy) creatures from the books.” — PopSugar
“...features the gory, monstrous characters of J.K. Rowling’s wizarding world like you’ve never seen them before.” — Seventeen.com
“...gives readers a peek at how artists brought those creatures to the screen.” — Mashable
...it’s fun to see the way various creatures evolved before the final image.
...[the] book collects some of the most breathtaking concept art we’ve seen in ages of dragons and other magnificent creatures, from the Harry Potter movies.
The original Harry Potter creature concept art is utterly breathtaking.
Harry Potter: The Creature Vault is a fascinating look at how this menagerie was brought to life for the blockbuster Harry Potter film series.
...this coffee-table tome is a comprehensive and delightful look at the memorable creatures that populate the magical world... A true collector’s edition...
It’s the kind of trivia only a true fan would know, and since it comes packaged in beautiful purple binding, it’s sure to make other muggles quake with envy.
If you are a fan of the films, and are looking for more details, insider information, and sketches galore, then this is the book for you and...a must have.
The original Harry Potter sketches are all kinds of creepy, fuzzy and awesome.
...Revenson is one of the few—outside of perhaps Rowling herself—who is paid to know every twist, turn, first appearance, second appearance, elbow shape and snout color for every beast that has ever appeared in the Harry Potter movie series.
...Harper Collins...released a new book featuring the astounding original concept art for many of the creepy-crawly (and cute and fluffy) creatures from the books.
...a magical new coffee table book
...features the gory, monstrous characters of J.K. Rowling’s wizarding world like you’ve never seen them before.
...gives readers a peek at how artists brought those creatures to the screen.
...Revenson is one of the few—outside of perhaps Rowling herself—who is paid to know every twist, turn, first appearance, second appearance, elbow shape and snout color for every beast that has ever appeared in the Harry Potter movie series.
If you are a fan of the films, and are looking for more details, insider information, and sketches galore, then this is the book for you and...a must have.
11/15/2014
The magic behind the Harry Potter films is lavishly detailed in Revenson's gorgeous tome. Each section focuses on a theme: these include commonplace animals, such as cats and frogs; mythical creatures, such as mermaids and werewolves; and objects invented by author J.K. Rowling, such as the dirigible plum. Revenson provides a brief description of their places within the Wizarding World and takes readers from the adapting of Rowling's original books to the finished product on screen. Both casual fans and bona fide Potterheads will enjoy this accessible title that is littered with fast facts and quotes from Rowling's works. The concept art makes the book a true treasure; stunningly drawn by the filmmakers, these illustrations could just as easily be displayed as mature Potter fanatic's beloved memorabilia. Includes a bestiary poster and owl photo cards. VERDICT Visually stimulating and comprehensive, this volume is a much welcome addition to the Potter collection. Those who are already employed, or who dream of working in art departments may also find inspiration in the beautiful illustrations.—Kate DiGirolomo, Library Journal
