Artists will delight in this inspirational showcase, featuring more than 100 outstanding decorative painting compositions in a wide range of styles and mediums.
From breathtaking florals and luscious fruits to expressive portraits and Christmas themes, 104 renowned decorative artists contribute to this compilation, including Arlene Beck, Gretchen Cagle, Deanne Fortnam, Louise Jackson, Priscilla Hauser, Enid Hoessinger, Donna Dewberry, Jackie Shaw and others. Page after page of this first-of-its-kind book present artists with unique ideas for painting on a variety of surfaces, from wooden boxes to metal canisters, ceramic vases and canvas.
To give artists additional insight into these stunning works, captions from the decorative artists themselves accompany each piece, revealing their own inspirations, intentions and techniques.
Date Published 6/1/1998
Ratings
Rated By: Juliana Farel
From: Englishtown, NJ
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Comments: A visual anthology of decorative painting treasures This delightful compilation of dozens of the world's best decorative artists should be in every up-and-coming painter's library. From rosemaling to classic still life, this book has excellent examples of just about every aspect of decorative painting. More than just a 'picture' book, each artist describes the challenges they faced while creating their beautiful and unique works of art. This book also serves as an excellent reference guide to the many aspects and styles of decorative painting. This book proves that there is no one best way to paint on one type of surface. From canvas to tin, to wood and walls, the contributing artists prove that you *can* paint on just about anything! The proof is within the pages of this wonderful book.
Rated By: Juliana Farel
From: Englishtown, NJ
Rating:
Comments: A visual anthology of decorative painting treasures This delightful compilation of dozens of the world's best decorative artists should be in every up-and-coming painter's library. From rosemaling to classic still life, this book has excellent examples of just about every aspect of decorative painting. More than just a 'picture' book, each artist describes the challenges they faced while creating their beautiful and unique works of art. This book also serves as an excellent reference guide to the many aspects and styles of decorative painting. This book proves that there is no one best way to paint on one type of surface. From canvas to tin, to wood and walls, the contributing artists prove that you *can* paint on just about anything! The proof is within the pages of this wonderful book.
Rated By: "rainy104"
From: Lytle, Texas
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Comments: Beautiful examples abound This is a lovely coffee table or display book, entirely composed of lovely photographs and brief descriptions of the work of some of today�s best decorative painters. If you are simply curious about what can be achieved through the use of decorative painting techniques, or want to know what kinds of works might be available for purchase this is the book for you. Absolutely NOT an instructional reference, as sellers descriptions might imply. No How-to instructions here.
