Digital Art Studio: Techniques for Combining Inkjet Printing with Traditional Art Materials

by Karin Schminke, Dorothy Simpson Krause, Bonny Pierce Lhotka

Utilizing the combined experience of three traditional artists turned digital imaging pioneers, Digital Art Studio champions combining traditional art techniques with digital media. From their unique position as artists, educators, and technology consultants, the authors provide a wide range of ways to integrate digital processes, using them in unusual and challenging ways to reinvent traditional art techniques. The computer is profiled as the ultimate mixed-media machine, allowing the artist to readily combine an unbelievable array of media. The book covers the basic processes for preparing commercially available surfaces (canvas and watercolor and printmaking papers) and custom surfaces (handmade papers, wood, leather, and antique fabrics). More advanced methods are covered, including transferring digital images to absorbent surfaces and transferring digital images to three-dimensional surfaces. A showcase of the work of artists who have combined digital and traditional materials to produce outstanding work will inspire all artists, new and seasoned alike, to explore the new world of mixing traditional art with digital media.

Genres: Art

160 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 2004

Reviews

[John · Rating 4 out of 5]

The subtitle says it all: "Techniques for Combining Inkjet Printing with Traditional Art Materials." This is a very interesting book of what you can do with digital images and a wide variety of materials. Detailed guidance and examples provide all you need to expand your creative vocabulary in the digital media.

[Phyllis Burstein, DePaul Art Education · Rating 4 out of 5]

A lot of innovative ideas for making mixed media art from digital images. Some of the projects are expensive, and my students need a lot of help with most of the techniques. Still, if the teacher works it out ahead of time. I can see a lot of possibilities for extraordinary projects.