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Ranger Tim Holtz DVD, An Altered Journey

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this is an Altered Journey that you won't want to miss. What a wonderful DVD -- full of inspiration and clear instructions. There is something for everyone and the presentation is flawless. Tim Holtz does a brilliant job of simplifying the various techniques and the instructions, camera angles, and sound are exceptional. I watched the DVD and then made the faux batik silk scarf -- it is georgeous! The DVD costs less than most classes, and you can watch it over and over. Buy it, you won't regret it -- An Altered Journey with Tim Holtz belongs in everyone's library.

An Altered Journey with Tim Holtz is a perfect how-to product. Every technique is presented clearly and completely and was filmed from angles that allow you to see, up close, exactly what the artist is doing with his hands every step of the way...I felt like I was sitting next to him. The projects are beautiful and the techniques are diverse, versatile and clearly explained. The most surprising aspect for me was how applicable these techniques could be to my own work as a polymer clay artist. I thought this DVD was going to be geared exclusively to rubber stampers but that was not the case. There is something here for everyone regardless of your medium or interest; jewelry, collage, scrapbooks, altered books, painting, fiber arts, rubberstamping and more. I took away something that I could use from each and every technique...though in truth, it would have been worth watching for Tim's studio tips alone.

Another aspect that I particularly enjoyed was the unprecedented number of gallery pieces shown. At the end of each segment there is a mini-gallery; you get to see, not just the finished project featured in that segment but also many other projects made with that same technique. In addition, there is a comprehensive gallery feature on the menu which lets you skip straight to the eye candy and includes not only more detailed, up close views of all of the artwork featured at the end of each segment but also many additional pieces of artwork that are found nowhere else on the DVD. I was amazed at the sheer number and scope of pieces in the gallery...it's incredible and inspiring and would, all by itself, have been worth the price of admission.

Finally, I am thrilled with the DVD format. It is incredibly easy to navigate, it enabled me to instantly and easily revisit any segment I was interested in and offered wonderful features. In the extras section for instance, there is a complete collection of all of the fabulous tips that were scattered throughout , a comprehensive listing of all of the stamps that Tim uses and even a bloopers segment. Marvelous. I highly recommend An Altered Journey and will be watching for other PageSage productions with interest; it was simply the best how-to product I have ever seen.

This is such a great video I can't believe how much I learned from it. I've watched it over and over and keep learning more. The examples are good and the video is really well done. You can clearly see what is being done. Tim is terrific in the way he explains things, and the techniques are really cool. I use them in my altered books and in making artist trading cards. I use them with rubber stamping and collage. Well worth the money since there are so many techniques provided here. I hope he produces another one soon!!

I am totally hooked on this DVD! So far, I have tried the Brushless Watercolor and Distressing with Inks techniques. I have had excellent results with both, and can't wait to try all of the other techniques that Tim shows us here.

Even if you are a relatively new stamper, as I am, there is nothing intimidating about this DVD and the projects therein. Tim makes it all look so easy, and it really is.

Buy this DVD now...you will not regret it! :-)

Don't let the words "rubber stamping" fool you. This Tim Holtz DVD takes you above and beyond!!! I am a mixed media artist and I was absolutely inspired. I own a large collection of instructional art videos and this DVD by Tim Holtz is a "must have." This artist is gifted and I believe you will be amazed at the VARIETY of creative and beautiful ideas created by this artist. If you are an artist you will definitely be inspired through his techniques and he will absolutely trigger your own creativity. If you are a beginner, not to worry, you will enjoy his instruction because it is broken down in easy-to-follow steps. The length of the video is a bonus (most of my other videos are 30 minutes for the same price or more). I have already researched other works by Tim Holtz and learned there is only one instructional video by this artist. So, Amazon, "When's the NEXT Tim Holtz instructional video coming out??!!!"

I watched the entire video from start to end and then watched again the next night! I was so inspired by the projects that I found it difficult to sleep.
I've seen Tim Holtz on several occasions and love his ideas and creations.

I had entered a craft store ready to pick up some supplies for an altered book that I had seen on a TV show, but, whoa! all the choices! So I got just a few things for this one project. I didn't seem to remember how it was done, and the online description was lacking. So I bought an altered book how-to from amazon.com that had similar ideas, but wasn't quite able to get into it.

Next, I ordered this DVD from amazon.com, and now I'm creating some great stuff. With a not so modest investment, I have the tools and knowledge to really get into mixed media like I had wanted. This DVD shows what you need and how to use it for several techniques. Plus, owning it, I can review easily. Now that I have a mess of supplies, I've gotten a group together so we can share and make stuff.

Excellent DVD. The presentations are clear, easy to follow and inspiring, too. Easy to navigate. Tim is a wonderful teacher and great artist. There is even a section with bloopers (but I haven't viewed that yet. . .) I recommend this DVD not only for doing altered books, but any kind of paper art, including greeting cards which is what I do a lot of. Great techniques, fabulous results. two thumbs way up!!

This video is well done for its content and its production. It offers many helpful hints about using craft supplies as well as demonstrating several projects to make. Tim has a friendly and engaging manner as he displays his expertise. A DVD well worth the money.

... really, absolutely FABULOUS!!! Clear instructions break down complex techniques into managable and fun chunks. The only downside is that we are all going to be running around in gorgeous matching scarves and wonderful domino book necklaces -- Tim needs to make another video.