Herman the Jester and the ABC’s of Art, by Rafael Filion, is a tremendously useful book for teaching art theory to very young children.
It’s ideal as the basis of a daily or weekly art lesson. It’s also a great preparation for taking young children to art museums. In fact, it’s one of the best I’ve [...]
The Weekend Crafter: Making Books And Journals: 20 Great Weekend Projects is a short (80 pages) book that features some unusual book designs and lots of photos showing readers exactly how to make each book.
What I love about this book is that it’s great for beginners and it includes some innovative ideas that will delight [...]
Over 40 projects fill this book with fabulous ideas for making one-of-a-kind handmade books, journals, and albums. It is one of the most exciting and inspiring books for anyone who is interested in making unique art books.
Whether you want to start with a simple folded book or scroll book or leap into a tunnel book, [...]
If you are someone who is intimidated by startling, innovative art journaling techniques, this rich, juicy book may overwhelm you. This is an idea book more than a step-by-step guide for beginning book artists.
Since my approach to paper art is often, “When all else fails, read the directions,” this is one of my favorite [...]
The Artful Dodger: Images and Reflections by Nick Bantock is a must-own for fans of his art and writing.
Nick Bantock may be best known for his Griffin & Sabine Trilogy, but he has authored many other extraordinarily beautiful books featuring his own art and text.
In the Artful Dodger, Bantock offers some of his most haunting, [...]
Art Doll Adventures: Exploring Projects and Processes through Cultural Traditions by Lisa Li Hertzi
First, a disclaimer: I know Li (she’s one of our expert reviewers) and she’s a very good friend. That said, I’d rave about her book even if I didn’t know her.
See, I’ve been making art dolls since childhood, and selling them [...]
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Colourwash Quilts by Deirdre Amsden is a superb and inspiring book for advanced quilters.
If you enjoyed Strip Pieced Watercolor Magic, but you are ready to try more complex, innovative or original designs, this is an ideal book.
In this book, author Deirdre Amsden spends far more time explaining how to design your quilt than the details [...]
Photographing Arts, Crafts & Collectibles by Steve Meltzer is a one of the most important books for any artist or crafter.
We’ve all read webpages, magazine articles, or chapters in books that provide valuable photo tips. However, few of those articles provide enough information–especially about digital photography–for professionals in arts and crafts.
If you need photographs [...]
