Life Artist (Paperback)

by Ali Edwards (Author), Brian Tippetts (Editor)

Editorial Reviews

Product Description
Ali Edwards is well known for her charming ability to capture the everyday moments of life on beautiful layouts. In her third book, Ali explores scrapbooking as a form of life art. Follow along with Ali as she teaches you how to scrapbook your life moments and share your stories in a way that's real, authentic and a true reflection of your personality.

Product Details

• Paperback: 164 pages
• Publisher: Creating Keepsakes; 1 edition (October 2, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1933516666
• ISBN-13: 978-1933516660
• Product Dimensions: 0.5 x 8.4 x 10.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #348,023 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best of the Best ... IMO, October 13, 2007

By	Marsha L. Mcginnis "Marsha" (Victorville, CA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Ali's new book is the book that I've been waiting for. She gives you permission to do things your way, then gives you page after page of inspiration that literally has you bursting at the seams to get busy and create. Notice I didn't use the words "scrap" or "crop". There is nothing wrong with those words, but that's not what this book is all about. The title: "Life Artist" is perfect. Each chapter is another step toward encouraging you to let go of perfection and formulas - - - encouraging you to tell your own story in words and pictures. Her introduction tells about her own journey and how she decided that "life artist" more accurately discribed what it was that she did. The first chapter: "IT IS OK" reminded me of the phrase I often use "It just doesn't matter!" A mantra I started repeating to myself when I started "doing it over until it was RIGHT".
If you're in the mood for something that will free up your personal creativity - then you will love this book.
I absolutely give it my highest endorsement!!!

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Another great Ali book, November 13, 2007

By	Tammy L. McClain (Coshocton, OH) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Kudos to Ali for another great book. If you are looking for a book on the premise of her first two though, you may be surprised. It's not like the other two previous books where she instructs you on how to do this or that...this is more of what I would call a pep talk book that tells you it's OK to do things your way...it's OK for things not to be perfect...to creat YOUR way, and not another's way. That it's more important to tell your life's story than to worry about perfection. I love Ali's philosophy and how she shows that in her work...if you love her philosophy of "It's OK" and "Embrace Imperfection" you will love this book. And still many many great layouts to make you want to run to your craft table and make something. If you feel in a rut or feel that your art isn't quite good enough...Ali's book may just be the pep talk you need!

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Challenges your thinking, October 30, 2007

By	A. York "Scrapbook Diva" (Vancouver, Canada) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book is fantastic but don't expect step-by-step instructions on how to recreate Ali's projects. This book will challenge your perception on scrapbooking as a form of art and creativity. She offers tons of challenges in the book that are inspiring and freeing if you try them. The book challenges us to step away from Creative Memories formulas and try anything and everything in your scrapbook/mini book/wall art.

Buy this book, read it and be inspired. You absolutely won't be disappointed.