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Hikari Shimoda

The Art of Hikari Shimoda - Starlight Editions -

Her book, *The Art of Hikari Shimoda*, offers a captivating glimpse into her unique world where cuteness and horror coexist. Released as a special edition of 1,000 hand-signed and numbered copies, the book features a spot varnish cover that adds a tactile element, enhancing the whimsical and colorful nature of her work.

This collection highlights Shimoda's ability to merge playful aesthetics with profound messages, portraying urban environments and societal issues with a blend of beauty, empathy, and a touch of the surreal. Through her art, Shimoda challenges viewers to look beyond the surface and engage with the underlying tensions of modern life.

Format: Printed. Hard cover, Matt canvas with a spot varnish.
Size: 210 x 275 mm, Pages: 145

Metamorphosis

“Metamorphosis” is the second published monograph by the Californian born, Berlin-based visual artist Tavar Zawacki – and the first under his real name.

“Metamorphosis” covers Tavar Zawacki’s last 3 years of creative works, from his seminal 2014 “Remix” exhibition in Detroit at Inner State Gallery to his latest and most ambitious show to date at Urban Spree Galerie in September 2017. The book covers all his outdoor murals during that period and illustrates how the artist navigates between his indoor and outdoor works and the influences thereof.

This 160 page book “Metamorphosis” by Tavar Zawacki is a very personal account of Tavar’s creative process and thinking, where painful disruptions are essential to create something new and meaningful.

The book is published by Urban Spree Books, printed at Gingko Press April 2018.

Format: Printed. Hard cover, silver metallic with a spot varnish detail.
Size: 245 mm x 325 mm, Pages: 160.

TWOONE aka Hiroyasu Tsuri

WAADAWCGTWOI - Hiroyasu Tsuri

In 2017, Tsuri released *We Are All Different And We Can Get Together With One Interest*, a 203-page book that documents his travels and interactions worldwide. The book features a series of photographs captured using 35mm film cameras, enhanced by Tsuri’s unique technique of scratching certain images, often replacing faces with skulls, animals, or words. This process gives the work an evocative, tactile quality, reflecting the artist’s experiences and observations.

Tsuri employed two vintage cameras for this project: an Olympus Pen EE 2 and an Olympus Trip 35. The former, produced from 1968 to 1977, is a 35mm half-frame camera, while the latter, a point-and-shoot model with a solar-powered selenium light meter, was manufactured from 1967 to 1984. Both cameras contributed to the distinct aesthetic of the images, characterized by spontaneity and a raw, documentary style.

The book was also released as a special edition of 100 copies, each hand-signed and numbered by the artist. This edition includes a unique black-and-white printed index section, adding a tangible element that aligns with Tsuri’s vision. The collection, a blend of art and daily adventure, offers a thoughtful portrayal of urban environments, combining beauty, playfulness, and a deep sense of empathy.

Format: Printed. Soft cover, Gloss stock, with a unique handmade inner section.
Size: 178 mm x 215 mm, Pages: 203.

Licht Pigment

Book LICHT | PIGMENT

Licht/Pigment is a limited-edition art book by Japanese-born, Berlin-based artist Hiroyasu Tsuri, known professionally as TWOONE.

Released in 2015, the book showcases a curated selection of Tsuri's artworks from 2013 to 2015, including his "X-ray Series" featuring acrylic glass and light installations, as well as vibrant paintings, outdoor murals, and film photography. The edition was limited to 200 copies, each signed and numbered by the artist, with some copies including unique drawings.

The title Licht/Pigment—German for "Light/Pigment"—reflects Tsuri's exploration of the interplay between light and color in his work. His art often combines elements of street art, fine art, and installation, drawing from his experiences across Japan, Australia, and Europe.

Themes in his work include the fusion of Western psychology with Zen philosophy, as well as meditations on value, perception, and transformation.

The book was launched during an open studio event in Berlin in June 2015, offering collectors and fans an intimate look at Tsuri's evolving artistic practice.

Due to its limited release, Licht/Pigment is considered a collector's item and may be available through secondary markets or directly from the artist's channels.

Is a self-published A4 size hardcover 64-page book.
Limited edition of 200.
Licht/Pigment 2013/2014/2015 by Hiroyasu Tsuri (Twoone) 1st Ed.

dubl trubl

DUBL TRUBL The photozine captures the raw energy and spirit of the Berlin chapter, showcasing outdoor actions, lifestyle moments, and humorous scenes, along with images from the show and various oddities. It offers an authentic glimpse into the vibrant street culture that fueled the project.

As the official companion to the Dubl Trubl show "Ich bin in Berlin," the photozine documents the ambitious exhibition curated by Dscreet, featuring 90 street and graffiti artists, primarily from London. The show was held at Urban Spree Galerie from September 18 to October 30, 2014, and emphasized collaborative creativity across the urban art scene.

Self-published by Ben (Dscreet) and Tom Gerrard (Aeon), the book was designed by Kelly Jewell and printed in Germany. With its perfect binding and limited print run, *Dubl Trubl* is a collector's item that reflects the collaborative ethos and dynamic energy of the project.

URBAN SPREE BOOKS, Format: Printed. Soft cover, Laminated.
Size: 148 mm x 210 mm (A5), Pages: 96.

Berlin 2014-16 by TWOONE:

Hiroyasu Tsuri, also known as TWOONE, is a Japanese multidisciplinary artist born in 1985. Currently based in Italy, his creative practice spans painting, sculpture, photography, video, sound, installations, and performance. Renowned for his large-scale public murals, Tsuri’s works are exhibited globally, including in institutions such as The National Gallery of Australia, the Straat Museum in Amsterdam, and the Museum of Urban and Contemporary Art (MUCA) in Munich.

TWOONE: BERLIN 2014-2016, Urban Spree and TWOONE released a limited edition 3-colour risograph book in July 2016.

Designed during his Residency at Urban Spree Berlin Germany in July 2016, the 60-page risograph book ‘Berlin 2014-2016′ is the result of 2 years of intense portrait sketches by the Japanese artist in the German capital. Quickly executed in U-Bahn and S-Bahn, on street corners, in bars and parks, the fast portraits of TWOONE capture a vivid reality of the Berlin life.

The choice of risograph printing was made for its capacity to reproduce the colors and texture of the original drawings. 3 colors, i.e. 3 layers have been printed sequentially.

The fully illustrated book by TWOONE, made in July 2016 comes as a limited edition of 200 hand-numbered and signed copies and is available in the Urban Spree bookshop in Berlin, Germany.

Format: Printed. Risograph press. Soft cover, matt stock.
Size: 148 mm x 210 mm (A5), Pages: 60.

Wild

WILD is the first book curated and published by Urban Spree Books, the first in an upcoming series of thematic large format books.

The book was released in Berlin at Urban Spree on December 10th, 2016 with most of the artists of the book present for signature and talks. A limited edition of 500 copies with the following participating artists:

Thomas Gosset (cover), Victor Ash, Julia Benz, Klone Yourself, Boris Pramatarov, Kid Cash, Fresh Max, Knarf, WESR, Tamar Moshkovitz, Billy, Tine Fetz, Base23, Mik Shida, Twoone / Hiroyasu Tsuri, Bene Rohlmann, Andrea Wan, Zero Cents, Hendrik Czakainski, Diskorobot, Dolly Demoratti, Look (The Weird), Rylsee, Jim Avignon, Johannes Mundinger, Mafia Tabak, DXTR, Vidam, Addison Karl, Tavar Zawacki / Above, Onio, Various & Gould, Michal Skapa

Curated by Véronique Feucher, Book Design by Kelly Jewell 35 illustrations December 2016 / Urban Spree Books.

Format: B&W printed. Soft cover, matt stock.
Size: 300 mm x 400 mm, Pages: 36.

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  • Berlin 2014-16 Book Cover

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  • Licht/Pigment Book Cover

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