Several artists with ties to Baltimore have released new art books just in time for the holiday season. The featured publications include a debut monograph on Derrick Adams from Phaidon's Monacelli imprint, a book by rising painter Jerrell Gibbs titled 'No Solace in the Shade' published by Rizzoli, the exhibition catalogue for Amy Sherald's retrospective 'American Sublime' at the Baltimore Museum of Art, and Jackie Milad's debut art book 'Shabtis Gather' produced in partnership with BmoreArt. The article also recommends gifting a subscription to BmoreArt magazine.
This roundup matters because it highlights how local artists are contributing to the art book market, offering tangible, collectible objects in an increasingly digital age. The books serve as both holiday gifts and lasting records of significant artistic careers and exhibitions, with several tied to major museum shows or monographic surveys. The focus on Baltimore-based or Baltimore-connected artists underscores the city's growing cultural footprint and the importance of supporting local bookstores and periodicals.