Inspired by the sight of his grandchildren splashing joyfully in the rain, artist John Newling explores the myriad histories and cosmic mysteries contained within a small puddle by his garden gate.

Images of the ever-changing puddle appear alongside Newling’s life-affirming, insightful, humorous and profound reflections and observations. Through them, we are shown hope for the future of humanity, while being reminded of the miracle and fragility of our existence.

The Book of Puddle reveals how even the simplest and most ordinary of things can become a gateway to a deeper understanding of our connection with the natural world and each other.

‘In the puddle is the knowledge that all things are connected to everything else, and we are a small bit of everything’

70 × 245 mm
152 pages
148 full colour images
Softcover, printed and foiled cover, speciality papers throughout.

English

Published by Beam Editions
ISBN 978-1-7385574-5-5
1st Edition 2025

Delivery within 3–5 days.