The Innovative Artist: Abstracts and Mixed Media

Author: Helen Kaminsky
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1782218777
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Push the boundaries of abstract art with a mix of media and methods, with the guidance of expert artist Helen Kaminsky. With this stunning book, explore the possibilities of mixed media in new and impressive ways. Helen's love of color and experimentation is carried through layers of imagery and texture with a gloriously vibrant mix of traditional and imaginative new techniques. It is the experimental combination of these methods that gives each painting its unique glowing quality. She works by building up the layers, gradually using various ways to lay down paint, veiling and lifting colors to reveal what is hidden beneath. Discover different ways of mixing and blending paint with unusual materials, collage techniques, fun printing methods, mark-making with found objects, and original ways to incorporate homemade stencils and stamps into their work. Helen leads you through her exciting range of techniques using charcoal, gesso, oil pastels, wet and dry media, printing and mark making materials, encaustic art, collage and photo transfer. This beautiful, practical book is a detailed guide to creating unique pictures. Along with short demonstrations and exercises, numerous examples of Helen's stunning finished artworks are included to inspire you to experiment and create their own mixed-media masterpieces.

The Innovative Artist: Abstracts and Mixed Media

Author: Helen Kaminsky
Publisher: Search Press
ISBN: 9781782218777
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0

The Complete Book of Mixed Media Art

Author: Walter Foster Creative Team
Publisher: Walter Foster
ISBN: 1633223434
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 243

Book Description
A comprehensive reference guide to help you master more than 200 mixed media concepts and techniques.

Alternative Art Surfaces

Author: Sandra Duran Wilson
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1440329540
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 144

Book Description
Indulge your creative curiosity and take your art off the canvas, off the board, and into the brave new world of Alternative Art Surfaces! Mixed-media powerhouse duo Darlene Olivia McElroy and Sandra Duran Wilson, authors of the best-selling books Image Transfer Workshop, Surface Treatment Workshop and Mixed Media Revolution, blaze new creative territory with more than 100 techniques for working on more than 35 unique surfaces in this, their jam-packed fourth book!You'll find something new and exciting on every page: • More than 35 alternative surfaces, including galvanized tin, mica, rawhide, nylon, unsanded grout, slate, spray foam and more • More than 100 techniques for painting, sculpting, creating textures, encasing, carving, printing, transferring and more • More than 125 tips for troubleshooting, preparing your surfaces, finishing and mounting your art, and taking your work to the next level • More than 50 inspiring finished pieces of art showcasing the surfaces and techniques

Abstract Painting

Author: Petra Tholken
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1782219579
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Create 20 beautiful abstract works of art in acrylic and mixed media using exciting new techniques and materials. Petra Thölken's practical and inspiring book includes 20 beautiful abstract works of art explained step by step, including variations and tips for readers' own designs. For some of the projects, there are links to her popular video instructions, showing readers how she created the individual painting. All the basics for the perfect introduction to painting with acrylic and mixed media are here, with colour theory, techniques and materials presented in an understandable and concise manner. Petra uses exciting new techniques and materials and encourages readers to familiarize themselves with getting to know the paints and the mixing of shades. Get your ideas flowing with Petra's inspirational advice and find out how to approach your paintings in different ways.

101 More Mixed Media Techniques

Author: Cherril Doty
Publisher: Walter Foster Publishing
ISBN: 1633227340
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 131

Book Description
Explore a diverse array of adventurous methods for creating mixed media art with 101 More Mixed Media Techniques. Whether you are an experienced artist or just starting out, you'll discover new, approachable concepts for creating and embellishing your own mixed media art with 101 More Mixed Media Techniques. Following in the footsteps of 101 Mixed Media Techniques, this companion edition explores even more versatile mixed media techniques, from printmaking, wabi-sabi painting, embossing, antiquing, and washi tape to paper collage, ephemera, pyrography, and resists. Each technique is presented with simple, easy-to-follow instructions and beautiful examples from talented mixed media artists. In addition to learning new mixed media techniques, you'll also discover ideas and inspiration for using the methods in your own projects and developing your own personal style. With more than a hundred options to choose from, 101 More Mixed Media Techniques has something for every artist and is guaranteed to spark new forms of creativity!

Expressive Abstracts in Acrylic

Author: Anita Horskens
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1782218475
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
55 expressive abstract projects to paint with tons of inspirational ideas and techniques to use. Discover the joys of painting abstracts in acrylics with experienced artist and tutor Anita Horskens. In this visually exciting, inspirational book, Anita teaches you about the method of abstraction, and the paints, paper and other materials you need to create stunning paintings. There is detailed guidance on the techniques for adding texture, collage, composition, colour, line, shape and pattern to your work, and 55 clear and accessible projects to put your skills and ideas into practice. This highly practical book will build confidence in your painting and allow you to express yourself through the visual language and style of abstract painting.

Abstract Art Painting

Author: Debora Stewart
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1440335842
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 129

Book Description
Would you love to take your art in a new direction? In Abstract Art Painting, you will enter a realm of tactile, intuitive excitement, combining pastel and acrylic to achieve results as unique as you are. You'll learn how to explore the use of color theory in abstraction and to use underpainting to bring structure and depth to your art. In addition you'll begin to understand how to work in a series and how this can help you develop your own personal style. A sampling of what you'll add to your creative toolbox: • Pastel and acrylic techniques to use to complete your own paintings • The benefits of expressing your ideas abstractly • How to loosen up by using your nondominant hand and drawing to music • Ways to express emotions through mark-making • Using color and symbolism for expression • Working with photos for inspiration • Tips for using color studies Step into your own abstract frame of mind today!

Creating Abstract Art

Author: Dean Nimmer
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 144033546X
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 144

Book Description
Celebrate your own nonconformist place in the world of art. Going far beyond standard notions of developing an abstract "style" or particular "look," Creating Abstract Art unleashes the numerous possibilities that abound in your creative subconscious. Familiar obstacles such as "I don't know what to paint" or "How do I know if this is good?" are easily set aside as you explore fun exercises such as connecting dots, automatic drawing, shadow hunting, working with haiku poetry paintings and much more. So turn off the noise in your head, follow your own instincts and delight in what emerges! • 40 exercises exploring original ideas and inventive techniques for making abstract art. • Projects can be done in any order and with nearly any materials--start working right away on any project that grabs your attention! • 50 contemporary artists share diverse work and viewpoints on the process of working abstractly. Write your own artistic license and start Creating Abstract Artyour way, today!

Mixed Media Revolution

Author: Darlene Olivia McElroy
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1440318867
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 144

Book Description
Recycle, Reuse, Reinvent! With Mixed Media Revolution, you'll learn how to leverage your art and take your paintings and transfers to the next level! Leftovers, little bits and scraps, pieces of art that didn't turn out quite right...we all have them. And it hurts to have to throw them away. But what if someone could suggest another way? Another way, perhaps, to get one more use out of that transparency. Or cut up a piece of art and put it back together differently. Or use leftover paint to create one-of-a-kind transfers? Darlene Olivia McElroy and Sandra Duran Wilson, in their groundbreaking third book, will show you how to do all those things and more! Inside You'll Find: • 10 themed chapters • More than 50 fully stepped-out, photographic mixed media techniques • More than 80 additional fast and easy techniques • Dozens of troubleshooting tips and variations • More than 70 big, beautiful finished pieces of art illustrating the techniques • Links to online bonus content You'll find something new and exciting on every page--add Mixed Media Revolution to your creative toolbox and expand your artistic horizons today!