The book is a gift to handle - I love the covers Batsford is using for this book and others like it. Tactile and lovely. Inside, it gets even better. Beautifully presented - with wonderful examples. I very much appreciated Alice's straight-on writing - no elephants in the room, here. Yes, some of these processes are fragile, and fugitive, and yes, that does put some artists off. It always concerns me when a piece is for sale and has utilized some of the techniques Alice addresses. Does the new owner understand the piece may change, age and possibly fade or decompose?
But in the long run, Alice is absolutely right. Every work of art pretty much has a shelf life, and can be damaged or broken. So be clear-eyed about whatever it is you're using, and enjoy the ride. Her great examples, and easy to follow advice, make this book a real inspiration, and a keeper.
This is the first book dedicated to this popular topic, with advice on how to work creatively with what's close at hand. Bury your embroidery to give it a patina, make sun prints with found objects, and do "beachcombing weaving." These projects, along with examples from the best contemporary artists, show respect for the environment, and capture a strong sense of place, calm, and contentment.
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