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Decorative Arts & Design - Textures from Nature in Textile Art: Natural Inspiration For Mixed-Media And Textile Artists

Description

Book Synopsis: Harness the beauty of the natural world to create unique textile art pieces. Learn how to create beautiful textile art inspired by details in nature in this practical and inspirational guide. Acclaimed textile artist Marian Jazmik shows how to use unusual recycled and repurposed materials combined with traditional fabric and thread. Marian reveals the secrets of her lushly textured and sculptural embroidered pieces, from initial photograph to finished object.

Exploring nature as a constant source of inspiration, she shows how to turn a chance spotting of lichen on a tree trunk or a scattering of autumn leaves into glorious textile or mixed-media art. Marian goes on to explore the myriad of techniques she uses in her work, including:

  • How to begin with photography, homing in on details in nature.
  • How to manipulate images to create microscopic and surprising detail.
  • How to translate the images into 3-D work, using an eclectic mix of natural and man-made textiles, as well as unusual recycled materials otherwise be destined for landfill (packaging, plastics and household DIY products).
  • Hand and machine embroidery.
  • Dyeing, printing and painting.
  • Using heat gun and soldering iron to create heavily textured surfaces.

Packed with practical tips, inspiration and illustrated throughout with glorious examples of Marian’s work, this book will provide you with endless imaginative ideas for distilling the wonders of nature into your own textile art.

Details

Are you a textile artist looking for fresh inspiration? Look no further than Textures from Nature in Textile Art! This innovative book takes you on a journey through the beauty of the natural world, teaching you how to transform it into stunning mixed-media and textile art pieces. With renowned textile artist Marian Jazmik as your guide, you'll learn to create lushly textured and sculptural embroidered masterpieces inspired by intricate details in nature. From the initial photograph to the finished object, Marian reveals her secrets for using recycled materials, traditional fabrics, and thread to bring your vision to life.

What sets Textures from Nature apart is its focus on finding inspiration in the everyday. Imagine turning a chance encounter with lichen on a tree trunk or a scattering of autumn leaves into a vibrant and dynamic textile artwork. With Marian's expert guidance, you'll learn to manipulate images to create microscopic and surprising detail, which you'll then translate into breathtaking 3-D pieces. Don't worry about the materials, either – Marian shows you how to repurpose and upcycle items that would otherwise end up in landfills, giving new life to packaging, plastics, and household DIY products.

But that's not all! Textures from Nature in Textile Art covers a wealth of techniques that will take your textile art to the next level. Discover the art of hand and machine embroidery, as well as dyeing, printing, and painting techniques that will add depth and dimension to your work. And for those who crave even more texture, Marian shares her tricks for creating heavily textured surfaces using a heat gun and soldering iron.

This book isn't just a practical guide – it's also a treasure trove of inspiration. Filled with stunning examples of Marian's own work, Textures from Nature will ignite your imagination and provide endless ideas for distilling the wonders of nature into your own textile art. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, this book is a must-have for any creative soul.

Are you ready to embark on a journey of artistic transformation? Don't miss out on the chance to learn from one of the industry's leading textile artists. Grab your copy of Textures from Nature in Textile Art today and start creating your own magnificent works of art. Click here to get inspired!

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