John Banovich - Wildlife Artist and Painter of African Wild Animals and Founder of the Banovich Foundation.

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"John Banovich has raised the bar for excellence in wildlife art. His work is among the best in the world. When you read his story, it gives you a deeper respect for the man behind the art and enhances an already unparalleled visual experience." Dick & Mary Cabela
Founders, Cabela`s - World`s Foremost Outfitter

"BEAST tells the fascinating life story of phenomenally successful wildlife artist and ardent conservationist John Banovich. This visually stunning book draws you into the artist`s world and shows it to you as he sees it, in all its heart-wrenching beauty. It is the story of a man who understands wildlife and those who love wildlife, and who has made the world a better place for both through the power of his work." Diana Rupp, Editor in Chief, Sports Afield

AVAILABLE through Banovich website ordering or ALL Barnes & Noble, Borders and Books-A- Million stores, specialty book stores and Amazon.com

As you journey through the 112 reproductions of his stunning paintings, 43 expertly drawn sketches and 73 telling photographs, you will see his life and paintings progress and mature. Page after page, Banovich`s body of work will give you the rare chance to look into the very heart of the BEAST.

Years of worldwide travels to explore wild animals at close range have allowed him to capture the essence of their spirits on canvas. Each intimate painting reveals something about the subject, the artist and ultimately the viewer.

"I have dreamed of this book for the past twenty years. A place to share many of the adventures I have been privileged to experience on my journeys around the world. It will introduce you to the creative process that began at age 7 and tell the story of how I evolved to be an artist.

It will give you an intimate glimpse into the world of the most exotic Beasts we are blessed to share the planet with.....and reveal the challenges facing the animals living in these wild places. From journal entries, field sketches, to over 100 finished paintings this book gives you an unparalleled look into the eyes of the BEAST!"
-John Banovich

BEAST features 264 large-format pages and illustrates the dramatic artwork.

Created by JOHN BANOVICH from the start of his career through today.

Written with David Cabela/Introduction by James Bellis/Foreword by Guy Coheleach/Prologue by Jack Hanna

This elegantly designed, milestone book is a must-own for anyone who is a collector of Banovich`s originals, published works, enjoys animals and conservation, has faced big game in the wild, or desires a chance to look over a master`s shoulder.

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Each book includes your own personally bound, signed ORIGINAL Sketch by John Banovich.

LIMITED TO ONLY 125 artist-signed and numbered editions. Premium leather-covered, hand-bound book. One-of-a-kind, PRINTED, personalized dedication page written by John Banovich to you, your family, lodge or club. Folio size, 17" x 13.5", housed in a PERSONALIZED, vertical grain African mahogany wood, silk-lined, hand-crafted custom presentation case.

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Signature Edition SOLD-OUT

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LIMITED TO 500 artist-signed, quality editions printed in large 14" x 11" size. Leatherette -bound book with fitted canvas-texture slipcase. Includes limited edition (500)signed and numbered print, "Silver Back" (suitable for framing).
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DELIVERY: OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2009
Cover Descriptions for Each Edition:

Collector's Edition (Limited to 125 s/n): Hardcover Bound in the finest quality leather and housed in African Mahogany Wood Case: BEAST Scribed on Case Lid and Leather Cover.

Gallery Edition (Shown Above):11" x 14" Hardcover with Full-Color Dust Jacket: Black Thunder

Signature Edition(Limited to 500 s/n): 11" x 14" Hardcover Leatherette-and- Canvas Bound with Slipcase: Silverback Mountain Gorilla embossed in copper foil.

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EDITIONS AND REQUESTED EDITION NUMBERS ARE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY
Full payment is required to secure your limited-edition copy. Payment will be processed at the time of your order (scheduled for October/November 2009 delivery). Prices above do not include packaging and shipping; payable upon receipt.

*Personalization & dedication page of the Collector's Edition require pre-order. The Gallery Edition will be available in Fine Bookstores nation-wide for $69.95.