Release Your Creativity: Discover Your Inner Artist with 15 Simple Painting Projects

by Rebecca Schweiger

Awaken your inner artist! The owner of New York City’s #1 art school for all ages and levels shows how we can all ignite our creative spark.
In her more than 10 years of teaching art to people from all walks of life, Rebecca Schweiger has honed her ability to bring out students’ creative spirit, regardless of their skill level or age. In Release Your Creativity , Rebecca teaches everyone how to create meaningful works of art with 15 step-by-step painting and mixed-media projects designed to get their creative juices flowing—no previous art experience required. These hands-on projects, coupled with inspiration and encouragement, help beginners explore and develop their individuality. The goal is to foster each artist’s singular point of view, so that each finished project is a unique expression of the person who made it. With her warm approach and nurturing sensibility, Rebecca Schweiger will show you the thrill of putting paint on canvas and the freedom of releasing your distinctive vision.

Genres: Art

144 pages, Paperback

Published May 2, 2017

Reviews

[Mary Kenyon · Rating 5 out of 5]

I purchased this beautiful book when I was planning a painting party for my Lifelong Learner's class. I ended up purchasing two more for Christmas gifts. Even if you will never paint a picture, Rebecca Schweiger's wisdom regarding our creative natures is well worth the price of the book. This is a must-read for anyone who wants to connect with their inner artist, and we all have one. All you have to do is reflect on your childhood to know something in you wants to create; whether it is through writing, drawing, pottery, music, or yes, painting.

[Christina · Rating 2 out of 5]

I had such hopes for this book, but maybe I'm hoping for the wrong things? The essays start strong but quickly become the same old encouragement ("Afraid of failure? Just do it anyway!"). The art projects are heavy on the acrylic paint and collage elements, which might not be a bad thing except that I'm currently obsessed with watercolor.

[Véronique · Rating 3 out of 5]

3 1/2 stars
Step by step painting projects with photos to increase your inspiration and self-confidence.
Fun and easy for beginners or intermediate painters needing to boost their creativity.
Experienced artists might not enjoy this book as much and find the projects not challenging enough.

[Marianna · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very accessible for the amateur wanting to explore.

[Alicia · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is like art therapy in a book! I didn't actually follow the project instructions, but I got a lot out of reading the text portions.