Faithful to its century-old tradition as a leading publisher of art books, Skira’s new Milestones series is dedicated to the most important living artists of our time. Directed by Denise Wendel-Poray, these volumes are conceived as immersive journeys: quiet, attentive, and deeply personal explorations of the daily life, creative process, and inner world of exceptional artists rather than offering conventional retrospectives.

Each Milestones volume is developed in close collaboration with its subject and provides rare behind-the-scenes insights into their practice. Through one or more intimate conversations with a curator or fellow artist, attention turns to key works, decisive moments, and the personal path that has shaped a life in art. These exchanges are complemented by an essay from a distinguished author as well as a comprehensive biography.

The visual narrative is equally close and revealing. Alongside images of seminal works—accompanied by the artist’s own commentary—the books present an original photographic portfolio of the artist in the

studio, captured by leading photographers such as Jabulani Dhlamini or David Michalek. A “family album” section brings together previously unpublished images and personal photographs, offering glimpses of private moments and creative beginnings.

Produced hand in hand with the artist, each volume may also incorporate handwritten notes, drawings, and other unpublished materials, making every book a singular object, both documentary and intimate. Richly illustrated and thoughtfully composed, Milestones opens a discreet door into the creative life of one of today’s most significant artists, allowing readers to encounter not only the work but the human presence behind it.

The series is inaugurated by three first volumes, each devoted to a singular artistic voice.