--- product_id: 10146110 title: "The Bird King: An Artist's Notebook" price: "₹ 4435" currency: INR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.in/products/10146110-the-bird-king-an-artists-notebook store_origin: IN region: India --- # The Bird King: An Artist's Notebook **Price:** ₹ 4435 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Bird King: An Artist's Notebook - **How much does it cost?** ₹ 4435 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.in](https://www.desertcart.in/products/10146110-the-bird-king-an-artists-notebook) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description A new book of sketches, artwork, and personal reflection from the brilliant mind of award-winning, bestselling author and illustrator Shaun Tan. "I'm often wary of using the word 'inspiration' to introduce my work -- it sounds too much like a sun shower from the heavens, absorbed by a passive individual enjoying an especially receptive moment. While that may be the case on rare occasions, the reality is usually far more prosaic. Staring at a blank piece of paper, I can't think of anything original. I feel utterly uninspired and unreceptive. It's the familiar malaise of 'artist's block' and in such circumstances there is only one thing to do: just start drawing." -- Shaun TanAnd when Shaun Tan starts drawing, the results are stunning. In The Bird King: An Artist's Notebook , we find a window into the creative process: the stops and starts, the ideas that never took off, and the ones that grew into something much bigger. Fans of The Arrival will recognize the quirky, surreal sensibility that is so distinctly Shaun Tan in this stunning collection, and gain insight into how his many gorgeous books were made. Review: A Sneak Peak at the Secret World of Shaun Tan - It's great to be able to catch a glimpse of an artist's creative process and this collection of ditties from Mr Tan's own sketch books and musings offers such an opportunity. Physically it is a lovely and compact book chock full of full bleed color illustrations that should help inspire your own creative endeavors. Buy it if your an artist who journals or simply someone who appreciates an inside look into an artist's mind. If you're already a fan of Mr. Tan's work then you will particularly love this piece. This would make a great gift to a budding creative as well. Finally, if you like Danny Gregory's inspirational sketch journals you'll love this offering too. I should know, I'm an artist who does her own sketch a day! I'm a regular creative journaler myself (look up "400 Mornings" to see a book of 400+ of my own musings). I LOVE this kind of thing! Review: An Incredible Book of Drawings & Sketches - I love Shaun Tan's work. I'm an adult and now own 4 of his books: The Arrival, Lost & Found, tales from outer suburbia and The Bird King. Shaun Tan's artwork is so dreamy and creative. His books are printed on high quality paper, which I appreciate. When I begin to look at one of his books, I know I will be taken on a wonderful journey and he never disappoints. I see in some of the reviews, there are those who purchase the books for children. Some of them are too complex for a small child, so I'm thinking perhaps he's not necessarily drawing for only children? I can't say enough about The Bird King - it's a book with only drawings and sketches and they are incredible. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #1,284,540 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #209 in Teen & Young Adult Painting #499 in Teen & Young Adult Drawing #675 in Children's Painting Books (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.9 out of 5 stars 124 Reviews | ## Images ![The Bird King: An Artist's Notebook - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Fk-0ifJZL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Sneak Peak at the Secret World of Shaun Tan *by M***S on April 2, 2013* It's great to be able to catch a glimpse of an artist's creative process and this collection of ditties from Mr Tan's own sketch books and musings offers such an opportunity. Physically it is a lovely and compact book chock full of full bleed color illustrations that should help inspire your own creative endeavors. Buy it if your an artist who journals or simply someone who appreciates an inside look into an artist's mind. If you're already a fan of Mr. Tan's work then you will particularly love this piece. This would make a great gift to a budding creative as well. Finally, if you like Danny Gregory's inspirational sketch journals you'll love this offering too. I should know, I'm an artist who does her own sketch a day! I'm a regular creative journaler myself (look up "400 Mornings" to see a book of 400+ of my own musings). I LOVE this kind of thing! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Incredible Book of Drawings & Sketches *by S***N on April 27, 2015* I love Shaun Tan's work. I'm an adult and now own 4 of his books: The Arrival, Lost & Found, tales from outer suburbia and The Bird King. Shaun Tan's artwork is so dreamy and creative. His books are printed on high quality paper, which I appreciate. When I begin to look at one of his books, I know I will be taken on a wonderful journey and he never disappoints. I see in some of the reviews, there are those who purchase the books for children. Some of them are too complex for a small child, so I'm thinking perhaps he's not necessarily drawing for only children? I can't say enough about The Bird King - it's a book with only drawings and sketches and they are incredible. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ tan fan *by K***I on June 21, 2014* This is a book full of concepts, rough-drafts and interesting ideas. There are "sneak-peeks" that can be recognized in Shaun Tan's other published works and definitely in his most recent publication. :) This item is a must have for all fans and especially aspiring artists interested in the work-in-progresses of this amazing artist. ## Frequently Bought Together - Bird King: An Artist's Notebook - Creature: Paintings, Drawings, and Reflections - LOST & FOUND --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.in/products/10146110-the-bird-king-an-artists-notebook](https://www.desertcart.in/products/10146110-the-bird-king-an-artists-notebook) --- *Product available on Desertcart India* *Store origin: IN* *Last updated: 2026-05-24*