I was lucky enough to receive a free copy by of this book via netgalley! A very interesting read! Thank you!

I feel like the author and artist of this book did well in expressing her style and process. However, her approach and art style isn't what I was looking for when I thought of reading this book.

I may be able to try out some techniques she showed, but again, the abstract style just isn't one that I would highly appreciate. Still, an informative book.

There are a lot of mix media art books out in the market at present, and as both a fibre artist and printmaker, I have a fair collection of them.
I like this one, as it allows for experimentation, whilst opens the field to many forms of mark-making and ways to incorporate them into new pieces.
A book that covers a lot of different techniques is always a good tool for someone starting out in mixed media.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an arc of this title in exchange for an honest review.

I found this book inspirational, the ideas and techniques are really lovely.

The list of tools , to include organic tools and repurposed tools was brilliant , i really love mixed media but have always though of it as too complicated. this book really strips it down with clear ideas ans instructions and clear vibrant photos it make it very easy to follow and achieve your own original pieces.
I was glad of the section on machine and hand stitching also.

All in all a really lovely book to dip in and out of.

PAINT, PLAY, EXPLORE: Expressive Mark-Making Techniques in Mixed Media is a stunningly beautiful guide by artist Rae Missigman, who identifies herself as a "mark-maker." Always a pioneer, she is known for her vivid colors, intricate layering and signature repetitive art marks. In this exquisite handbook, Rae helps you discover your own marks for authentic art. Organized into chapters that cover The Tools, The Marks, The Art, and The Projects, this instructive book offers page after page of unique ideas for expansive creative exploration. Highly recommended!

Pub Date 04 Sep 2018

Thanks to F+W Media and NetGalley for the review copy. Opinions are fully mine.

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