In a response to the sleek forms and perfect angles of late 1990s objects, many of today’s artists are returning to handmade work: hand lettering, hand drawing, and hand sewing. From books to pillows to t-shirts to toys, their work defines an alternate view of contemporary design. By Hand features an international collection of the most noteworthy artists working by hand and shows their work in detailed photography and insightful text. From Kiki Smith’s lovingly etche birds to dynamo-ville’s one of a kind puppets to Barb Hunt’s knitted land mines, today’s art revels in the care and consideration of craft.