Canvas Remix: Techniques For Creating Mixed-Media Accessories | 
 enlarge | Author: Alisa Burke
Publisher: North Light Books
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  13 reviews
Sales Rank: 87203
Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 128
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.1
Dimensions (in): 10.8 x 8.2 x 0.4
ISBN: 1600610757
Dewey Decimal Number: 745.5
EAN: 9781600610752
ASIN: 1600610757
Publication Date: July 8, 2008
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Product Description
Mixed-media artists and daring crafters can take their projects to the next level using any of the forty-five techniques featured in Canvas Remix. Painting marries the hot aesthetic of graffiti to produce twenty-five projects that take canvas way beyond the stretcher bar. Strong color, bold lines and a touch of funkiness are evident as readers learn how to use paint, create amazing collage art and work with canvas. Techniques for working with canvas and various paints are briefly discussed before the reader takes their painted canvas to the next level with hand-carved stamps, image transfers and more. A step-by-step creation of various items such as a tote bag, placemats, and canvas beads for jewelry are included in this hip, must-try-it book
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 Inspiration pieces galore! November 23, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This book is fabulous for inspiration. Many techniques for multi-layered designs are demonstrated, and they are all colorful and unique. It doesn't give the impression that it is a book for beginners, but a beginner can certainly begin here. In short, this book made my mind start racing about the things I want to create myself!
To those who complain that this is "a book for beginners" I'd really like to know if they were truly expecting a book for their expert level, and if so, do they really want to copy another artist's creative process to the last detail? As Traci Bautista says, it's important to make your OWN mark.
I think this book is absolutely wonderful for showing readers how to start with an idea and then RUN with it for themselves. Definitely lots of thought provoking colorful eye candy, with a touch of funkiness for inspiration.
On top of the technique instructions, you have 24 separate projects in this book to get you started on your own path. My only wish for this book is that there was even more of it! I hope there is a second book with more that the author wants to share. Not having access to her workshops, I would LOVE to see Ms. Burke create a video demonstrating her techniques and some projects - it would make a lovely companion to this book.
Fun Remix November 3, 2008
I purchased this book from Alisa after taking her class at ArtFiberFest. It is great in kick starting your creativity and encouraging you to break out of the box of traditional painting on stretched canvases. It is more than just a review of her class with many additional techniques and ideas. I am definitely making some of these projects for Holiday gifts!! Super fun!
Let loose and create! October 29, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Grab a piece of raw canvas! Pull out your paints, carve your own stamps and cut some stencils! You don't carve stamps? No problem. Use ready-made stamps and stencils; or just paint! The first section of this book gives specific techniques for the surface decoration of your canvas, with step-by-step photos. The remainder of the book is dedicated to over 20 projects, including jewelry, various pouches and bags, stuffed dolls, a canvas book, picture frame, and more. What you can make with painted canvas is only limited by your imagination!
If, like me, you're looking for some fun and funky accessories for yourself or for gifts that you can do in a reasonable amount of time, this book belongs in your library. NOT just for beginners...artists with all levels of experience will find fresh ideas here.
Love it! October 9, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I am so incredibly in awe of this talented artist! The projects in the book are so unique and the instructions are easy to follow. I recommend this book to anyone with a creative ambition!
So much fun!! October 1, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Alisa's book really inspired me. Just starting a canvas of my own was so much fun and all of her different techniques expanded what I thought was even possible! I've always wanted to give a personal touch to something like a clutch and my first finished product has inspired me to try so much more. All my friends have complimented the clutch and want me to make them one.
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