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by Shana Novak (Author)
A warm, inviting celebration of beloved keepsakes and the stories they hold.
A set of old apartment keys, a pair of worn running shoes, a declaration of love scribbled on a restaurant receipt. Beautiful stories that celebrate the power an object can hold are at the heart of The Heirloomist by photographer Shana Novak, creator of the project of the same name dedicated to documenting keepsakes and transforming them into uniquely meaningful works of art. The 100 objects featured here range from the everyday to the extraordinary. Treasured heirlooms to their owners, ordinary folks and cultural figures alike, they hold remarkable stories such as:- Nora McInerny on the fork that began her relationship with her late husband.
- The sculpture that inspired Christy Turlington to fight for maternal healthcare.
- The charm bracelet Nate Berkus gifted his daughter in stylish family tradition.
- Rosanne Cash's love for her children represented by baby shoes.
- Andrew Zimmern's inherited steel carving set that began a storied career in food.
- Fans of The Heirloomist project and @theheirloomist social media accounts
- Lovers of found objects and the stories behind them
- Photography enthusiasts and photography book collectors
- Anyone seeking unique Mother's Day or Father's Day gifts
- Readers of the New Yorker and story collections such as Humans of New York, Advanced Style, and Worn Stories
Author Biography
Shana Novak is an established commercial still-life photographer based in New York City. She has collaborated with brands such as Coca-Cola and Procter & Gamble, and her work has been featured in the New Yorker, Time, Rolling Stone, Architectural Digest, Town and Country, and Domino. As The Heirloomist, Shana brings a mix of professional polish and heart to her craft, ensuring that every client is treated to an expert level of quality and visual storytelling.
Number of Pages: 256
Dimensions: 0.9 x 9.3 x 7.5 IN
Publication Date: April 30, 2024
