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Contemporary paper marbling
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- Book Synopsis
- An illustrated introduction to an increasingly popular art form.The art of paper marbling is having a revival. Contemporary paper artist and author Lucy McGrath specializes in paper marbling and shares her skill and passion for this beautiful craft. Her book is a wonderful introduction to the craft for beginners which takes readers on a journey through simple to advanced techniques - with step-by-step instructions and photography - plus a range of some of the most beautiful paper marbling today.The book covers: An introduction and brief history; Preparation and equipment (with recipes for the thickened water that the paint floats on plus the paints themselves); Planning your design (mood boards, colour palettes, testing paint behaviour and paper); Pattern tutorials (ways of applying paint); Swirl and git gel (Turkish traditional pattern); Nonpareil (fine tooth comb use); Spanish Wave; Ebru (flowers on the surface of the water); Advanced Techniques (including figurative images); and finally marbling onto three-dimensional items such as baubles and pots. There is also a selection of projects that uses marbled paper, including bookbinding, origami and collage.Richly illustrated with some of the most beautiful paper marbling today, this book will introduce a wonderful craft to a new generation.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9781849945530
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- Batsford, (03 October 2019)
- Number of Pages
- 144
- Weight
- 884 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 250 x 250 x 17 mm
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