Daxi

A Visual Tribute to the Soul of a Taiwanese Heritage Town

Gene Bond

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English

Hierophaneum
22 May 2025

Drawing & drawings; Architectural structure & design; Architecture: professional practice; Painting & art manuals; Travel & holiday guides

Nestled in the hills of Taoyuan, Taiwan, the town of Daxi is rich in charm, history, and quiet beauty. Known for its traditional architecture, woodcraft culture, and riverside scenery, Daxi offers a timeless atmosphere that blends the past with the present.

In this book, acclaimed artist Gene Bond captures the soul of Daxi through over 70 black-and-white urban sketches and illustrations. From bustling markets to serene temples, winding alleys to baroque façades, each page invites readers into a deeply personal visual journey.

More than an art book, Daxi is a heartfelt tribute to the beauty of everyday life. It is a travel sketchbook, a cultural portrait, and a meditative reflection-ideal for art lovers, travelers, illustrators, and anyone who seeks to experience Taiwan through the eyes of an observant artist.

By: Gene Bond
Imprint: Hierophaneum
Edition: 2nd ed.
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 11mm
Weight: 376g
ISBN: 9786260142469
ISBN 10: 6260142463
Pages: 114
Publication Date: 22 May 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Gene Bond is a urban sketch artist, illustrator, and visual storyteller based in Taiwan. With a practice rooted in life drawing and deep visual analysis, Bond has created location-based sketchbooks in over 30 cities across Europe and Asia. His work captures the poetic rhythms of urban life through expressive ink and watercolor, bridging the disciplines of classical art, comic storytelling, and architectural drawing.

Reviews for Daxi: A Visual Tribute to the Soul of a Taiwanese Heritage Town

""This is a beautiful book that combines great urban sketching with reflections on urban environments and the history of Daxi in Taiwan. Highly recommended."" - S. Guttinger (UK)