Mixed-Media Nature Journals: New Techniques for Exploring Nature, Life, and Memories (Paperback)

by L.K. Ludwig (Author) "One of my fondest memories is of the time when I realized I was a 'maker' of things..." (more)
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A step-by-step technique book for creating beautiful imagery and journals inspired by the natural world.

Nature has been inspiring artists of all ages since the dawn of history, however, most books on nature journaling focus exclusively on drawing and watercolor painting, and therefore are intimidating or irrelevant to artists who don't feel confident in their drawing or painting skills.

This book offers artists and crafters a wide range of experimental techniques for creating beautiful nature journals that primarily use imagery and themes from the natural world, but go way beyond mere drawing and painting. Creative twists on leaf rubbings, plant pressings, non-traditional printmaking, using patina solutions on brass or copper mesh, colorful photo manipulations, layering techniques, and clever ways of incorporating three-dimensional natural objects are just a few of the techniques that are explored.

• Inspirational writings, thematic sidebars, and related conceptual exercises all help readers create artwork that will resonate on a deeper personal level

About the Author

L. K. Ludwig came to art later in life, pursuing an art degree after having completed an undergraduate science degree and graduate degree in counseling. She works predominantly with mixed-media artist books and has been teaching workshops nationally for the past six years. Her work has been widely published in magazines and books, is included in galleries and exhibitions, and is held in private collections.

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Product Details Paperback: 128 pages Publisher: Quarry Books (January 1, 2008) Language: English ISBN-10: 1592533671 ISBN-13: 978-1592533671 Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.5 x 0.5 inches Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (16 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #167,333 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews 19 of 20 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Magnificent Mixed Media, January 22, 2008 By  Carol C. Parks "Art Freak" (Studio City, California United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    It would be easy to open the pages of this book and think to one's self, "Oh, I could never do this!" Wrong. This great little volume is a perfect primer for anyone interested in journaling and a real mind expander for those of us who tend to just write the same stuff over and over. My only disappointment is that these photos don't really do justice to this artists amazing work! Having taken a class or two with this fine teacher, I can attest to both the excellence and doability of these techniques. This book is a keepsake worth owning for anyone interested in journaling. It opens up whole new vistas for what to do with the the stuff we rake up from the yard and gives a whole new meaning to the term "junk". I came away from my first reading juiced up and ready to create. A must have on the shelf or every journaler! CP 12 of 12 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Not Just Eye Candy, January 23, 2008 By  bee shay (nantucket mass) - See all my reviews Prepare to dig deep and jump in. LK has written a book that is bursting with art, facts, quotes and carefully written step by step instructions for creating your own journal pages or simply one of a kind pieces of art. Meaning and content seep out of every pore of the photographs of her beautiful work as she encourages you every step of the way to link your feelings, thoughts and words to images that surround you every day and gives you the tools and techniques to do so. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to really connect to the natural world and embrace the art of personal communication through imagery. 5 of 5 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars A+ from an avid nature artist, January 23, 2008 By  Jenna Miller (South Carolina) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    A wonderful guide to connecting the natural world to my feelings and spirituality. This book employs the beauty of nature and artistic talent to aid in a beautiful final product. It demonstrates new, creative, and fun ideas that translate into one of a kind, meaningful pieces of work. As a marine biologist, I am anxious to use her leaf printing techniques on the various seaweeds that wash ashore. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a new avenue in the art world. My journals will never be the same. Thank you, L.K. Ludwig.		Ad feedback   Most Recent Customer Reviews 5.0 out of 5 stars Mixed Media Nature Journals I found this to be a 'good buy' - sometimes it can be a gamble when buying blind. Haven't used it yet as it has been borrowed, pinched, stolen by my sister!! Read more Published 25 days ago by Sylvia K. Orlando 5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring This is not a "project" book. There are how to's & instructions but not individual projects. Which is actually wonderful for those that like to know a techniqe and use it on... Read more Published 10 months ago by Green Ivy 5.0 out of 5 stars OH Wondrous Nature!!! L.K Ludwig does an OUTSTANDING JOB at making the artist within us all feel at ease and ready to express our thoughts, our feelings about this wondrous world in a beautiful and... Read more Published 12 months ago by Tracie L. Huskamp 5.0 out of 5 stars Mixed Media Nature Journals Marvelously well done with explicit technique instructions. I've taken classes with L.K. Ludwig, and she transcends her artistic talent in both the classroom as well as this... Read more Published 12 months ago by Kathy Retired 5.0 out of 5 stars Mixed Media Nature Journals Ludwig is a new and thoroughly original voice on the art journaling scene! This book is a must for avid art journalers even if this romantic, bold, and somewhat chunky style is... Read more Published 12 months ago by Ellen M. Gibb 5.0 out of 5 stars Gorgeous book When I first began browing though this book, I thought to myself "Oh my goodness, how could I ever do anything this beautiful and complicated? Read more Published 14 months ago by Jennifer Cushman 3.0 out of 5 stars Nice but . . . Lots of good info in this book and wonderful photos, ideas, etc. But I'm curious, does anyone else find it creepy that what appear to be entire bird wings are used in some of... Read more Published 15 months ago by The Happy Artist 4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting book Creative, interesting and fun book with good unique ideas for journaling with nature. Highly recommend it even for non-artists! Published 16 months ago by S. Alguire 5.0 out of 5 stars simple printmaking and alot of other ideas there are so many interesting ways to print, make prints, try your hand at simple creative and different...and really interesting ideas for making art. Read more Published 16 months ago by M. Wit 5.0 out of 5 stars Memorable Moments Captured! I loved this book. I pick up unique finds all the time, especially at the beach. I love to photograph living things there. Read more Published 18 months ago by Maria DelPinto Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews

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Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Quarry Books (January 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1592533671
• ISBN-13: 978-1592533671
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #167,333 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Magnificent Mixed Media, January 22, 2008

By	Carol C. Parks "Art Freak" (Studio City, California United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

It would be easy to open the pages of this book and think to one's self, "Oh, I could never do this!" Wrong. This great little volume is a perfect primer for anyone interested in journaling and a real mind expander for those of us who tend to just write the same stuff over and over. My only disappointment is that these photos don't really do justice to this artists amazing work! Having taken a class or two with this fine teacher, I can attest to both the excellence and doability of these techniques. This book is a keepsake worth owning for anyone interested in journaling. It opens up whole new vistas for what to do with the the stuff we rake up from the yard and gives a whole new meaning to the term "junk". I came away from my first reading juiced up and ready to create. A must have on the shelf or every journaler! CP

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Not Just Eye Candy, January 23, 2008

By	bee shay (nantucket mass) - See all my reviews

Prepare to dig deep and jump in. LK has written a book that is bursting with art, facts, quotes and carefully written step by step instructions for creating your own journal pages or simply one of a kind pieces of art. Meaning and content seep out of every pore of the photographs of her beautiful work as she encourages you every step of the way to link your feelings, thoughts and words to images that surround you every day and gives you the tools and techniques to do so. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to really connect to the natural world and embrace the art of personal communication through imagery.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A+ from an avid nature artist, January 23, 2008

By	Jenna Miller (South Carolina) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

A wonderful guide to connecting the natural world to my feelings and spirituality. This book employs the beauty of nature and artistic talent to aid in a beautiful final product. It demonstrates new, creative, and fun ideas that translate into one of a kind, meaningful pieces of work. As a marine biologist, I am anxious to use her leaf printing techniques on the various seaweeds that wash ashore. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a new avenue in the art world. My journals will never be the same. Thank you, L.K. Ludwig.