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]]> female Magnolia, Arkansas 1128401 1395020 1581809948 9781581809947 13 <![CDATA[Living the Creative Life: Ideas and Inspiration from Working Artists]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1183254537m/1395020.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1183254537s/1395020.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1395020.Living_the_Creative_Life_Ideas_and_Inspiration_from_Working_Artists 3.81 48 If you could ask your favorite artist or crafter only one question, chances are you'd ask about creativity: Where do your ideas come from? How did you get started? What are your tricks for overcoming blocks?

In Living the Creative Life, author Rice Freeman-Zachery has compiled answers to these questions and more from 15 successful artists in a variety of mediums--from assemblage to fiber arts, beading to mixed-media collage. Creativity is different for everyone, and these artists share their insights on the muse (if you believe in her), keeping a sketchbook (or not), and prioritizing your art, whether you aspire to create solely for your own pleasure or to become a full-time artist.

* Try your hand at creative jumpstarts straight from the pros.
* Glimpse the artists' innermost thoughts and works in progress as you peruse pages from their journals and notebooks.
* Share textile artist Sas Colby's triumph over creative block during an exotic art retreat.
* Learn how internationally acclaimed artist James Michael Starr uses experience from his former "day job" to fuel his creation today.
* Explore the work of Michael deMeng, Claudine Hellmuth, Melissa Zink and the other artists right alongside their insights.

No crafter or artist should live the creative life without Living the Creative Life! The inspiration is contagious.

]]> 438532 3.84 58 14 2007 905186 1592530117 9781592530113 1 <![CDATA[Stamp Artistry: Combining Stamps with Beadwork, Carving, Collage, Etching, Fabric, Metalwork, Painting, Polymer Clay, Repousse, and More]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1179339416m/905186.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1179339416s/905186.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/905186.Stamp_Artistry_Combining_Stamps_with_Beadwork_Carving_Collage_Etching_Fabric_Metalwork_Painting_Polymer_Clay_Repousse_and_More 3.50 6 This follow-up book to Rockport?s successful "The Stamp Artist?s Project Book" highlights the latest and best new techniques and cutting-edge materials used in this arena today. It includes projects for everything from stamping in polymer clay to stamped metal jewelry, from using stamps to create an aged look on papers and letters to a stamped artist journal, and from stamped furniture to stamped glass charms.

Covering the gamut of stamping know-how, from basic tools to professional tips to an extensive resource list, this how-to guide is for any artist who wants to incorporate the latest new techniques and trends in his or her work.

]]> 438532 3.84 58 14 2003 6902716 1600613225 9781600613227 0 <![CDATA[Creative Time and Space: Making Room for Making Art]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1256142247m/6902716.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1256142247s/6902716.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6902716-creative-time-and-space 5.00 2 438532 3.84 58 14 2009 1591964 1840924640 9781840924640 0 <![CDATA[Creative Clothes and Accessories]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1185578075m/1591964.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1185578075s/1591964.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1591964.Creative_Clothes_and_Accessories 5.00 1 438532 3.84 58 14 2004 845539 1592530753 9781592530755 0 <![CDATA[New Techniques for Wearable Art: Creative Ideas for Transforming Clothes and Accessories]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1178847815m/845539.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1178847815s/845539.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/845539.New_Techniques_for_Wearable_Art_Creative_Ideas_for_Transforming_Clothes_and_Accessories 4.00 1 The first section of the book features tips and techniques that show how to do various creative alterations on fabric: ripping, tearing, painting and dyeing, beading, adding images and letters, and adding hardware such as grommets, snaps, jewels, and more. The second section of the book includes 30 altered clothing and accessory projects the avid crafter can make at home.

Step-by-step photography details the techniques, and large, vibrant color photos of finished projects show off the fashionable projects.

The book is filled with accessible, idea-inspiring projects for people interested in creating their own look.

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