Unfurling: Creative Exercises and Ideas for Blossoming as an Artist (edition 2011)

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"This inspiring, creative manual offers a unique, participatory experience that teaches core art skills and shares a range of exploratory techniques for the aspiring artist, photographer, craftsperson, novice, and anyone in between. The exercises include drawing, painting, portraiture, collage, photo arts, stamp carving, origami, still life, and more-each presented with an eye toward expanding your personal artistic voice. The exercises are supplemented with inspirational advice, quotes, poetry, and photography. Several projects integrate special extra materials that are enclosed in a pocket in the back of the book. The author, Misty Mawn is a popular artist and sought-after instructor, and writes a thoughtful, beautiful blog: http://www.mistymawn.typepad.com/"--… (more)

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Unfurling, A Mixed-Media Workshop with Misty Mawn: Inspiration and Techniques for Self-Expression through Art by Misty Mawn

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I am not an artist, but I think this book is exactly what it claims to be. With it's beautiful photos and easy to follow techniques it's easy to see how it would inspire even the most timid and untalented to pick up a pencil or paintbrush and get started on their very own creations. The author invites the readers to feel it's possible for self-expression (which is what art is all about anyway) if they just allow their creative side to take over, and not get bogged down by a right way or a wrong way. The instructions are well defined, the layout is inspiring, and each chapter gives you just enough to get started on your own masterpiece. So if you are looking for a little inexpensive therapy, get this book, and express yourself through art, you never know where it might take you.
**This book is in the Best of 2011 Amazon book list under Home & Garden. (

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morningwalker | Jun 9, 2011 |

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"This inspiring, creative manual offers a unique, participatory experience that teaches core art skills and shares a range of exploratory techniques for the aspiring artist, photographer, craftsperson, novice, and anyone in between. The exercises include drawing, painting, portraiture, collage, photo arts, stamp carving, origami, still life, and more-each presented with an eye toward expanding your personal artistic voice. The exercises are supplemented with inspirational advice, quotes, poetry, and photography. Several projects integrate special extra materials that are enclosed in a pocket in the back of the book. The author, Misty Mawn is a popular artist and sought-after instructor, and writes a thoughtful, beautiful blog: http://www.mistymawn.typepad.com/"--

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