Tag: Artist’s

Posted on by — 3 Comments

Living the Creative Life: Ideas and Inspiration from Working Artists

How DO they do it?

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 Ricë 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.

Product Features

  • Used Book in Good Condition
Posted on by — Leave a comment

Joyful Inspiration Adult Coloring Book (31 stress-relieving designs) (Artists’ Coloring Books)

Let creativity flow as you immerse yourself in a meditative medley of patterns that swirl and tumble around inspiring words and phrases!
Color 31 full-page complex yet relaxing designs.Heavyweight paper is superior to that of other coloring books.Designs are printed on only one side of a page — no bleed-through.Each page is micro-perforated for ease of removal and display of your artwork.Acid-free paper helps preserve your work.Invigorate your artistic vision as you color a variety of calming words and phrases, such as ”Believe in Yourself,” ”Shine On,” and ”Breathe.”Book measures 9-1/2 inches wide by 9 inches high.For artists and colorists of all abilities.

Posted on by — 3 Comments

Inspirations: Stories about Women Artists: Georgia O’Keeffe, Frida Kahlo, Alice Neel, Faith Ringgold

This intriguing introduction to contemporary women artists features details on the life and work of four artists: Georgia O’Keeffe, Frida Kahlo, Alice Neel, and Faith Ringgold. “Sensitively written, the book is also beautifully designed.”–Booklist, Starred Review. An ALA Notable Book for 1990.

Posted on by — Leave a comment

Just Add Watercolor: Inspiration and Painting Techniques from Contemporary Artists

A beautifully illustrated, easy-to-navigate guide to creating contemporary watercolors, pairing full-page paintings with insights and tips for artists.
     Featuring 200 of the best works of young, modern watercolor painters, paired with bite-sized painting tips and art instruction, Just Add Watercolor gives aspiring artists access to information about–and examples of–top work in the medium. Artist and instructor Helen Birch breaks down each painting by techniques, subject matter, and tools, providing art enthusiasts and painters with a one-stop resource and gallery of the best that modern watercolor has to offer. Its small trim size with one painting per spread provides a bold, but user-friendly alternative to traditional, process-heavy painting instruction texts. Just Add Watercolor shines the spotlight on featured paintings, while still giving readers all the insights needed to get started painting in this popular medium.

Posted on by — Leave a comment

The Inspirational Drawing Book: A 200-page Drawing Book With Inspirational Quotes by Famous Artists

An alternative to the traditional blank-page sketch book, The Inspirational Drawing Book by The Mindful Word includes a short quote at the bottom of every second page. These quotes, by famous artists and other wise sages, prompt the artist to learn about drawing from the experiences of others, one quote at a time, as they sketch out their works of art. But beyond learning about art, these quotes are meant to inspire. To step beyond the fear and doubt that can cripple the budding artist to move into a space of self-confidence, wonder and joyful expression. Note: this drawing book is also available as a Kindle download for users who like to sketch on a tablet or other writing device.

Posted on by — 3 Comments

DragonWorld: Amazing dragons, advice and inspiration from the artists of deviantART

A tribute to dragonkind

From fire-breathing to friendly, dragons pretty much rule the fantasy world. Dedicated to the coolest of mythological beasts, DragonWorld is a showcase of some of today’s best, most imaginative dragon art. Some stick to the popular notion of what a dragon is, while others offer more unexpected interpretations. Behind this fiercely creative work is a diverse group of young international artists who have developed loyal fan followings on the popular online showcase, deviantART.com.

Look inside to see why.120 creations from 49 cutting-edge dragon artists all on deviantART.comRepresents a wide variety of mediums—both traditional and digital—and an even wider variety of stylistic interpretations from classic to futuristicQ&A-style profiles offer fascinating insights on the artists’ techniques and inspirations

Posted on by — 3 Comments

The Artist’s Mentor: Inspiration from the World’s Most Creative Minds

What inspires a person to create? How does an artist see the world? What happens during a “eureka moment?” How does an artist find self-discipline? The Artist’s Mentor is for those of us who want to create art but do not know how to begin. Drawing on interviews and autobiographical writings of more than 100 famous painters, photographers, sculptors, and film and video artists, Jackman gets to the heart of what makes art. Here, Michelangelo Brungardt, Frida Kahlo, Jean Renoir, Andy Warhol, Ansel Adams, Annie Leibowitz, Pablo Picasso, and many other visual artists describe the creative process. Quotes and passages from the artists are accompanied by commentary from Jackman.

Posted on by — 3 Comments

Drawing Inspiration: Visual Artists At Work

Drawing Inspiration is a one of a kind text for beginning illustrators. This book examines the relationship between academic and professional illustration through the ideas and first hand experiences of professional illustrators working in the field today. With hundreds of diverse hand-rendered and digital images, readers can explore a world of illustration that has no limits. While learning the fundamentals and basic principles of illustration, readers will also gain insight on how these concepts can be used in the professional world. Drawing Inspiration will not only educate readers, but it will also inspire them to reach their full artistic potential

Product Features

  • Used Book in Good Condition