Layered Impressions: A Poetic Approach to Mixed-Media Painting [Paperback]

Katie Kendrick (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 18, 2012

After being introduced to the materials to be used in the projects, the reader will be given an introduction into how poetry (or prose or journaling) will be used throughout the book to inspire the stepped-out art projects. The author will begin each project with a writing prompt, such as a quick haiku or a list of self attributes. From there, a mixed media project will be stepped out, each offering a unique technique such as an easy way to create a face, carving shapes from cardboard or making a journal with plaster and encaustic pages. At the end of each project, the author will offer a Giving Back Idea—a suggestion on taking the theme of the project a step further to support a cause, surprise a loved one, send an anonymous uplifting note and more.

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About the Author

Katie Kendrick is a mixed-media artist who has teaches regularly at both large retreats as well as small. Her work has been published in numerous magazines such as cloth paper scissors, Artful Blogging and Somerset Studio. She has also been a contributor in several books, including the following North Light titles: Artist Trading Card Workshop, Creative Awakenings, Exhibition 36 and Flavor for Mixed Media. Kendrick lives in Belfair, WA.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: North Light Books (January 18, 2012)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1440311471
• ISBN-13: 978-1440311475
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.2 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #21,319 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #14 in Books > Arts & Photography > Other Media > Mixed Media

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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best book on mixed media!, February 10, 2012

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I just purchase this book around February the 1st and i just love this book so much. I love the way poetry is woven together in painting. Painting and poetry is are just one and Katie Kendrick painting techniques are right on being that I'm still a beginner when it comes to painting. Very powerful book and i will recommend this book to anyone who is new to mixed- media art.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Layered Impressions very inspiring!, February 11, 2012

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Elliot Heifetz (Kent, WA United States) - See all my reviews

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Refreshing and inspiring! I pre-ordered this book and was not dissappointed at all when it arrived! Katie's art is so spontaneous and fresh...I love it! Janine Heifetz

5.0 out of 5 stars Sensational Inspiration, February 17, 2012

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Katie's charisma, artistic skill and years of contemplative study shine through this book. If you are looking for precise technique this may not be the book for you. This book, for me, is a creative catalyst, a colorful, soulful vitamin for my muse. Katie offers many new and unusual ways to play with creativity from the inside out. Laced with meaning and prompts for self inquiry, filled with gorgeous photos, and page after page of permission to explore my authentic style, it is deepening my relationship to my own self expression.