The Art and Making of The Expanse

by Titan Books

Official companion book to the hugely successful TV series, showcasing spectacular concept art and candid behind-the-scenes photography, accompanied by quotes from the showrunners.

The Expanse is a modern TV revelation. Adapted from the hugely popular novels by James S. A. Corey, this Hugo Award-winning story of conspiracy, adventure and intrigue in a galaxy tearing itself apart through civil war has captivated audiences worldwide with its high-concept vision of the future.

The Art and Making of The Expanse goes behind the scenes of the first three seasons of the show, exploring how the bestselling books were turned into one of the most highly regarded science fiction TV series of the 21st century. Packed with stunning concept art and compelling photography, the cast, crew and creators reveal the ideas, processes, inspirations and obstacles behind the making of this massively popular series.

Genres: Art, Science Fiction, Media Tie In, Tv

179 pages, Hardcover

Published November 26, 2019

About the author

Titan Publishing Group is an independently owned British publishing company, established in 1981. It’s base at offices in London’s Bankside area,

The books division has two main areas of publishing: film and television tie-ins and cinema reference books; and graphic novels and comics récentes and art titles.

Reviews

[Stephen Simpson · Rating 2 out of 5]

Mostly just a scrapbook of the TV show. Very little in the way of developmental art or design, and honestly, it leaves a lot of the elements of the show out as well. Not really much about this to recommend...

[Daria · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was basically just a collectable for the fans of the show. Not particularly insightful, but it was pretty exciting to see concept art for the designs we've eventually seen on screen.

[Federico Lucifredi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautifully illustrated, but perhaps too little text. Some retrospective and more context would have been welcome.

[Remo · Rating 2 out of 5]

Los autores de la serie definen este libro en el prólogo como "un yearbook" de la serie, pero es que no llega ni a eso. A pesar de que esta serie es de las que más me ha gustado de CF, este libro aporta muy poco. Fotos de algunos diseños de naves, de decorados y de estudios (el interior del Rocinante, la estación Tycho, cosas así) y poco más, la verdad. No creo que merezca la pena, ni para fans acérrimos.

[Milan Pohl · Rating 4 out of 5]

Povedená kniha k zákulisí skvělého seriálu. Škoda jen, že v ní není víc textů (nad rámec krátkých popisků a podobně krátkých citací tvůrců). Moc rád bych si přečetl například něco podrobnějšího o přípravě úžasných speciálních efektů ve stavu beztíže. Ale i tak je v knize mnoho zajímavého, pro fanoušky je to v podstatě povinnost. 8/10

[Shane · Rating 4 out of 5]

A nice picture book reference, providing background on both the TV series and the books. If you want to know more about the Expanse Universe and read about it in a large format full-color volume filled with beautiful pictures, look no farther!

Recommended for fans of the TV show and/or the books.

[Michael Karpusas · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lots of very nice pictures and diagrams but not enough discussion and details about production design. However it will be of particular interest to fans of the TV series and books and a great collectible item!

[Dan Carey · Rating 3 out of 5]

The book features primarily concept artwork. I would have appreciated some more behind-the-scenes photos for comparison and contrast.

[Keith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful book this, as a big fan of the show it was lovely to pore over and the presentation is lovely.

[Jaysen Huculak · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great art book for fans of the movie. The mixture of concept art, on set photos and scenes from the show are all high quality. Book is a finger print magnet. Be very careful with it.

[Danielle T · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read my boss's copy during lunch break today. Lots of beautifully detailed concept work and set photos, though I would've loved more detailed text accompanying it.

[Winnie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not a lot of information, but the imagery is stunning.

[Chris · Rating 4 out of 5]

A beautiful book of concept art and production photos from the first 3 seasons and some from the first episode of season 4.

[Tufty McTavish · Rating 4 out of 5]

Pretty and easy on the eye.