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Art Circus! takes the reader on a magical journey into the artistic world where they can discover their creative muse which is waiting to come out and play. It is at heart a technique book for altered artists, but is housed within a wonderful, spectacular fantasy land. The book will bring the reader, the daydreamer, the explorer, the artist, to a place have never been, where they can unleash their artistic dreams and explore hidden worlds through cutting-edge techniques, creative projects, and beautiful images.

 

The book will include easy tutorials on basic digital altering effects for new and vintage images, step by step instruction for projects, a gallery of inspirational projects from other artists, and clip art and vintage images for readers to use in their own projects. The book will cover digital and paper alteration, creating from found and household objects (jars and boxes), will feature playful illustration, vintage imagery, and use a myriad of other mixed-media materials ranging from glitter and wire to crinolin and coloring agents.



About the Author

Lisa Kettell is a mixed media artist and writer with years of education and experience in altered art, graphic and print design, business, and marketing. She designs and publishes a successful art and fantasy zine called The Faerie Zine, which was created in September 2006 and is dedicated to fairyology, the arts, creative inspiration, and travel.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 128 pages
  • Publisher: Quarry Books (February 1, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1592534872
  • ISBN-13: 978-1592534876
  • Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.3 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #80,700 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Fun Experience, February 17, 2009
It was an enjoyable experience looking through this book.I would rate it as a wonderful book with loads of inspiration and great ideas.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderfuly Creative!, February 16, 2009
I have known Lisa (the author)for several years. She always had a wonderful capacity for creating beautiful dreamlike art. In this easy to follow instructional book, you too can explore artistic fantasy where there aren't any boundries. Too many so called art books seem to show only limited ways of creating where Altered Art Circus allows you to find the artist inside of you. This is truly a fantastic book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Lots of Eye Candy in Here!, February 13, 2009
This book contains a plethora of fun-to-make and unique projects which are sure to appeal to those who love art dolls, the circus and nostalgia, in general. It is an absolute delight to the senses.

The step-by-step tutorials are easy to follow. Discover new techniques for creating assemblages, fantasy-based altered art and other magical projects utilizing items such as glitter, crinoline, crepe paper, found objects and household items.

A sampling of adorable vintage images/clip art is also included at the back of the book for the reader to use in their projects. In addition, a gallery of inspirational works from other artists helps to get the reader's creative juices flowing. I am pleased to say that I am featured as a guest artist in this wonderful book. Even before I was asked to participate, I was a longtime fan of Lisa's whimsical and delightful creations.

Be warned - you may become addicted to the eye candy in this book. Before you get started crafting, grab a cup of tea and spend time pouring through the beautiful images contained within. It's one of those kinds of books that you will enjoy referring to time and time again.



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5.0 out of 5 stars an inspiration
What I look for in a book is not always necessarily the content, but that it inspires in me. This book was full of both; inspiration, techniques, and even resources. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Denise

5.0 out of 5 stars My guilty pleasure!!
OMG! So this is my favorite altered art/mixed media book yet! I have bought several ALTERED ART CIRCUS books over the last 6 months for other glittered girls and they also have... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Bryanna Lenan

5.0 out of 5 stars Art Filled Magic!
Altered Art Circus is the result of Lisa's journey into the world of art world, and I am honored to own it. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Aurora-Tique

5.0 out of 5 stars Exhilirating,exciting, yet passionate...
From cover to cover this was truly a hard book to put down. It not only stimulates your imagination, and brings you back to your childhood years, but lets you live the fantasy,... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Peter V 3

5.0 out of 5 stars Magical and Inspiring!
This is a really fantastic book with projects for every skill level, wonderful photography and some truly unique ideas. Read more
Published 4 months ago by The Polka Dot Pixie

5.0 out of 5 stars Altered Art Circus
Altered Art Circus: Techniques for Journals, Paper Dolls, Art Cards, and Assemblages

Ms. Kettell's book is a majical journey into altered art. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Jill Nalley

5.0 out of 5 stars Lisa in Wonderland
What a fun filled, entertaining and delightful book to add to your
"art" book collection. Not only are Lisa's techniques numerous and
informative, but her attention... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Pamela Huntington

5.0 out of 5 stars An Absolute Winner
I've always loved everything pertaining to the circus but this book is so much more. It is filled with whimsy and fairy dust and gives us a sense of taking that long awaited... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Rima St John

5.0 out of 5 stars Come Join the Altered Art Circus
There are photos and projects in this book for pretty much everyone. The supplies are easy to find. So much inspiration through out the book. Easy to follow steps. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Melissa Merrill

5.0 out of 5 stars A Ticket for the Greatest Show on Earth!
I had the great fortune to meet Lisa in person this past week and the energy she exudes in real life spills over onto the pages of this wonderful book. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Pamela Carriker

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