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"Some people join Greenpeace and throw themselves in front of assive whaling ships.. which is a good thing, but not all of us are destined to become committed social activists. Inspired by the philosophy that great change can begin with smal steps, The Guerilla Art Kit is about inventive ways to not only take a stand on issues about which you feel passionate, but also contribute to the world creatively." -- Frances Atkinson --Make It Yourself, August 4, 2007

"The Guerilla Art Kit contains everything you need to put your message out into the world. " --The Brunswick St. Bookstore, 2008

"The Guerilla Art Kit shows how small artistic acts can start a revolution. Release your inner artist or activist using the step by step excersizes, cut out projects, sticker ideas and more." --Avenue Bookstore

"The most apealing feature to this new work is its whimsical apearance. The small 6 x 7.5 manual looks as if the author has just finished asembling it with a particular reader in mind.... The thrill of anonymity and adding to the environment creatively is quite appealing." -- Beth Hemke Shapiro --Fore Word, December 1, 2007

"author-turned-guerilla artist Keri Smith describes a basic formula for a seed bomb that incldes two parts native seeds, three parts compost, five parts red or brown clay(find this at a ceramic supply store), and some water. Form together in a small penny-sized ball, dry for 24 to 48 hours, and drop at will. " --Whole Living, June, 2008

"the perfect gift for your socially concious, NoLogo-loving friend who is too polite to throw a trash can through the window of Starbucks. Smith never turns preachy as she explains hwo to transform your environment and get other people thinking with simple tools like chalk, wheat paste, yarn and found objects." -- RL --Time Out Chicago, November 22-28, 2007

"the untrained would-be Banksy will appreciate her clear instructions, cool illustrations, and handy list of books and websites for further reading." --Time Out Chicago, November 22, 2008

...a collection of step-by-step projects and idea-inducing tips for aspiring creatives and activists alike....Get ready to leave things way more interesting than you found them. -- Penescola Independent News, September 2007


Product Description

We are living in a golden age of self-expression. The explosion of user-created content on blogs and social networking sites moved Time magazine to name 'You' their 2006 person of the year. But while we may be spending a lot more time in virtual worlds, we have not lost the urge to make our physical world more meaningful. By leaving art and ideas in public places, you can affect someone's day change their mood or their mind and maybe even change the world in the process!

The Guerilla Art Kit shows how small artistic acts can start a revolution. Keri Smith, noted author of Living Out Loud and the blog Wish Jar Journal, uses her unique drawing and handwriting style to help anyone find and release their inner artist or activist. This visually exciting activity book full of step-by-step exercises, cut-out projects, sticker ideas, and more has both fun assignments and handy tips to help you unleash your creative energy into the streets, where you can really make an impact. From the quick exercises leaving books for strangers to find, chalking quotes on the sidewalk to the more involved making a 'wish tree,' guerilla gardening, or making your own stencils The Guerilla Art Kit contains everything you need to put your message out into the world.


Product Details

  • Spiral-bound: 144 pages
  • Publisher: Princeton Architectural Press; 1 edition (July 26, 2007)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1568986882
  • ISBN-13: 978-1568986883
  • Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 6.1 x 1.1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 14.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #44,809 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Guerilla art is for everyone., August 15, 2007
This is an EXCELLENT book! Anxiously awaiting its arrival, I came home from work today to find it waiting for me on my doorstep. I sat down after dinner and read it cover to cover. This book is a great source of inspiration - it's filled to the brim with fun projects and informational overviews of what guerilla art is, finding that art within yourself and projects to begin stirring up creativity within yourself - whether you choose your art to be public or not. It will definitely help to brighten up your creative life.
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13 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars best do-it-yourself guide ever, September 1, 2007
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This book is so wonderful I want to write the author a thank-you letter! It's very simple, just
easy to follow directions for some simple projects, backed by brilliant ideas, good research,
and thoughtful consideration of public spaces and the environment. I can't wait to round
up my friends and try some of her suggestions!
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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Guerilla Girl (or Boy) primer!!, February 21, 2008
The Guerilla Art Kit is a charming addition to author/illustrator Keri Smith's curriculum vitae. Its attraction stems from its low-key style and a wealth of ideas executed well enough to appear at odds with the simplistic cover. Thumbing randomly through the book is unavoidable; it exudes an odd sort of charisma.

The concept of guerilla art is a clever one. Who doesn't find the idea of a sneak attack appealing? The notion of walking tiptoe through some moldy paradigms to pop up suddenly with a speedy installation of public art and slipping away before the masses shake the haze from their eyes feels personal and fun. As a self-defined non-artist I look for ways to articulate impressions that feel like me rather than feel like art. The descriptor "non-artist" relieves most societal and personal pressure and expectation leaving room to play with ideas that include genuine expression of my self and my experiences. When a sharp idea like guerilla art comes along it adds a measure of amusement to the process. I'm already envisioning an art rebellion complete with secret handshake and passwords and covert operations to be carried out by members of the creative underground - a sort of "Hogan's Heroes" meets Bansky plus flash mob.

Jennifer New's book gave me insight into what a journal could be but the artistic skill exhibited in those pages is a bit daunting to one who scribbles on scraps and torn pages and later can't read her own writing. The Guerilla Art Kit, while not a journal oriented, fleshed out my perspective with fun, quirky ideas and created a new line of thinking for me. Its unconventional cover and construction siphon away the intimidation factor - it's a tool the average non-artist can love unconditionally. It truly is enchanting.
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1.0 out of 5 stars Not What I Expected!!
This book is not at all what I expected. I was hoping to use it with my gifted students. It has a bunch of useless, ridiculous activities that just fill the pages. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Cindy T. Roberts

5.0 out of 5 stars great concept
This book has a great concept behind it and I'm glad I bought it. Be prepared to actually *do* things, though, or you won't make good use of this book.
Published 4 months ago by S. Rivera

5.0 out of 5 stars fun to get your friends involved!
I am really enjoying this art kit! There are tons of great ideas that will get your imagination going. Read more
Published 6 months ago by B. S. Wescott

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book
I loved this book it gave me great ideas and i was happy to see that one of the projects listed in the book i've already been doing. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Denise Long

3.0 out of 5 stars Wild and Unique
I really didn't know what to expect with this book and so it is a great surprise to me to see that it actually encourages random, yet in a healthy, natural, non-crime sort of way,... Read more
Published 11 months ago by CLG

5.0 out of 5 stars Keri Smith Always Inspires
Keri's books are always filled with wisdom, inspiration and tools to help any reader incorporate more creative sparkle into their lives. The Guerilla Art Kit is no exception!
Published 13 months ago by Christine Mason Miller

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational Book!
This book is so wonderful and inspirational! If you ever feel like making art is just a business and has no meaning, read this book & take back your power! Read more
Published 17 months ago by KZ

5.0 out of 5 stars Fun Book.
I bought this as a gift for my husband so he could use this book as a tool for inspiration when he's not feeling creative (or feeling stuck on a project). Read more
Published 21 months ago by Patricia E. LaPointe

4.0 out of 5 stars Radical Fun
This book has some great ideas about how to spark the atmosphere. Push folks to think...to speak out. We have the freedom to speak out (so far)... use it! Read more
Published 22 months ago by C. O'driscoll

1.0 out of 5 stars Moñas
Se trata de un libro muy básico, en extremo. Si ya estás ligeramente familiarizado con stencils y cosas hechas a mano este libro te sobra. Read more
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