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Creative Folk Art and Beyond

Author : Flora Waycott
Publisher : Walter Foster
ISBN 13 : 1633223922
Total Pages : 147 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (332 download)

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Download or read book Creative Folk Art and Beyond written by Flora Waycott and published by Walter Foster. This book was released on 2017-11 with total page 147 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get creative with the Scandinavian concept of hygge (hoo-gah) and create your own whimsical, colorful artwork inspired by folk art with Creative Folk Art and Beyond! Continuing the hugely popular Creative… and Beyond series, Creative Folk Art and Beyond features the whimsical and colorful folk-art style of Scandinavia… and beyond! Inspired by the concept of hygge (an idea similar to coziness), Creative Folk Art and Beyond includes creative prompts,easy exercises, and step-by-step projects that embrace all things Scandinavian. No matter your skill level, you can learn how to draw and paint beautiful, colorful art using a variety of accessible, affordable supplies. Starting off with basic tools, materials, techniques, and color basics, Creative Folk Art and Beyond then jumps into tips and exercises that will have you drawing and painting your favorite folk-art designs in no time. This book is a must-have for any "Scandophile" or folk-art enthusiast!

Spirit of Folk Art

Author : Henry Glassie
Publisher : Harry N. Abrams
ISBN 13 : 9780810924383
Total Pages : 276 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (243 download)

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Download or read book Spirit of Folk Art written by Henry Glassie and published by Harry N. Abrams. This book was released on 1995-02-01 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A truly international treatment of its subject, The Spirit of Folk Art draws upon the vast resources of the Girard Collection, amassed by Alexander and Susan Girard and housed at the Museum of International Folk Art in Santa Fe. Distinguished folklorist and scholar Henry Glassie offers a vigorous and often lyrical discussion of the nature of folk art. More than 345 illustrations, including 285 in full color and 50 field photographs showing the various artists at work, provide a rich complement to Glassie's insights.

Folk Art Fusion

Author : Heather Galler
Publisher : Walter Foster Publishing
ISBN 13 : 163322404X
Total Pages : 128 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (332 download)

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Download or read book Folk Art Fusion written by Heather Galler and published by Walter Foster Publishing. This book was released on 2017-03-01 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Folk art still influences everyday art in some surprising ways. Folk Art Fusion shows you how to blend classic subjects with new techniques to create a lovely work of art that is completely unique. Folk Art Fusion explores the colorful combination of art styles and presents them in modern folk art paintings. This is your chance to learn how traditional folk art continues to influence today's painters, and to discover how to create contemporary folk-art paintings yourself! Even if you're new to creating art, Folk Art Fusion makes creating your own works approachable with step-by-step projects. The projects are as varied as they are colorful. You will enjoy painting classic subjects painted with creative techniques and in popular styles, including flower fields, Frida Kahlo, the Tree of Life, a cat, a quaint English cottage, and much more. Colorful, contemporary, and inspirational, Folk Art Fusion allows artists of all skill levels to quickly discover the joy of creating modern, global-inspiredart in this time-treasured genre.

Swedish Folk Art

Author : Kulturhuset (Stockholm, Sweden)
Publisher : ABRAMS
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 280 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Swedish Folk Art written by Kulturhuset (Stockholm, Sweden) and published by ABRAMS. This book was released on 1994 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume celebrates the richness of folk art in Sweden, from traditional peasant art to modern design. It illustrates the many facets of Swedish style and culture, exploring the ways in which Sweden's traditional heritage and contemporary design and decorative arts are connected.

Museum of American Folk Art Encyclopedia of Twentieth-century American Folk Art and Artists

Author : Chuck Rosenak
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 426 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Museum of American Folk Art Encyclopedia of Twentieth-century American Folk Art and Artists written by Chuck Rosenak and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 426 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Comprehensive encyclopedia of twentieth century American folk art and artists.

Self-Taught, Outsider and Folk Art

Author : Betty-Carol Sellen
Publisher : McFarland
ISBN 13 : 0786475854
Total Pages : 318 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (864 download)

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Book Synopsis Self-Taught, Outsider and Folk Art by : Betty-Carol Sellen

Download or read book Self-Taught, Outsider and Folk Art written by Betty-Carol Sellen and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2016-01-27 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Much has changed in the world of self-taught art since the millennium. Many of the recognized "masters" have died and new artists have emerged. Many galleries have closed but few new ones have opened, as artists and dealers increasingly sell through websites and social media. The growth and popularity of auction houses have altered the relationship between artists and collectors. In its third edition, this book provides updated information on artists, galleries, museums, auctions, organizations and publications for both experienced and aspiring collectors of self-taught, outsider and folk art. Gallery and museum entries are organized geographically and alphabetically by state and city.

Folk Art of the Americas

Author : Augusto Panyella
Publisher : New York : Abrams
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 342 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Folk Art of the Americas written by Augusto Panyella and published by New York : Abrams. This book was released on 1981 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume examines folk art in North and South America, including sections for Canada, the United States, Mexico, Antilles, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Brazil, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, Paraguay, Argentina, and Uruguay. The art forms covered include basketry, beadwork, jewelry, weaving, toys, metalwork, woodwork, pottery, carving, waxwork, and painting.

Encyclopedia of American Folk Art

Author : Gerard C. Wertkin
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1135956146
Total Pages : 1583 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (359 download)

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Download or read book Encyclopedia of American Folk Art written by Gerard C. Wertkin and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2004-08-02 with total page 1583 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For a full list of entries, contributors, and more, visit the Encyclopedia of American Folk Art web site. This is the first comprehensive, scholarly study of a most fascinating aspect of American history and culture. Generously illustrated with both black and white and full-color photos, this A-Z encyclopedia covers every aspect of American folk art, encompassing not only painting, but also sculpture, basketry, ceramics, quilts, furniture, toys, beadwork, and more, including both famous and lesser-known genres. Containing more than 600 articles, this unique reference considers individual artists, schools, artistic, ethnic, and religious traditions, and heroes who have inspired folk art. An incomparable resource for general readers, students, and specialists, it will become essential for anyone researching American art, culture, and social history.

Fraktur

Author : Corinne P. Earnest
Publisher : Schiffer Book for Collectors
ISBN 13 : 9780764309205
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (92 download)

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Download or read book Fraktur written by Corinne P. Earnest and published by Schiffer Book for Collectors. This book was released on 1999 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Having roots in medieval European decorated manuscript art, fraktur celebrate Pennsylvania German family events such as births, baptisms, and marriages. 230+ photographs present three centuries of American fraktur interwoven with insightful historical details, information on the making of fraktur, and techniques for their preservation and care. The colorful pages will delight and stimulate curiosity among historians, scholars, and all who appreciate art to explore the hidden treasures at the heart of these charming manuscripts.

American Folk Art Designs

Author : Joseph D'Addetta
Publisher : Courier Corporation
ISBN 13 : 0486997871
Total Pages : 52 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (869 download)

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Download or read book American Folk Art Designs written by Joseph D'Addetta and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2006-01-01 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of 309 authentic American folk art motifs (1710–1910) includes flowers, fruits, border designs, human figures, animals, birds, and more, rendered from textiles, furniture, paintings, tinware, ceramics, embroidery, and other sources.

Folk Art Fusion: Americana

Author : Joy Laforme
Publisher : Quarto Publishing Group USA
ISBN 13 : 1633224643
Total Pages : 131 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (332 download)

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Download or read book Folk Art Fusion: Americana written by Joy Laforme and published by Quarto Publishing Group USA. This book was released on 2014-10-15 with total page 131 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fans of Charles Wysocki, Mary Engelbreit, Grandma Moses, and folk art in general will fall in love with this guide to painting, organized by seasons. Featuring projects that instruct artists of all skill levels how to draw and paint subjects that include quaint homes, pretty patterns, colorful gardens, picturesque farms, beautiful birds, and textured florals, this book features American-themed folk art infused with a modern twist. Beginning with an overview of what folk art is, followed by introductory topics like color, tools and materials, and drawing and painting techniques, Folk Art Fusion: Americana also includes sixteen simple step-by-step projects done in approachable and popular mediums. Rounding out the book is a gallery of folk-art pieces sure to inspire lovers of all things Americana. Simultaneously fresh and nostalgic, Folk Art Fusion: Americana draws on America’s rich artistic tradition and heritage and provides a fun, accessible take on creating beloved scenes from the heartland.

Opuestos

Author : Cynthia Weill
Publisher : Cinco Puntos Press
ISBN 13 : 9781935955689
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (556 download)

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Download or read book Opuestos written by Cynthia Weill and published by Cinco Puntos Press. This book was released on 2015-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Happy, hand-painted animals from Oaxaca teach kids about opposites in two languages.

Norwegian Folk Art

Author : Marion J. Nelson
Publisher : Migration of a Tradition
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 294 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Norwegian Folk Art written by Marion J. Nelson and published by Migration of a Tradition. This book was released on 1995 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the most comprehensive study of such varied factors as art historical traditions and influences, the social and economic background that encouraged each of these arts, Norwegian symbolism, traditional costume, and emigration to the United States and its influence on the arts. An informative and practical discussion of Norwegian folk art collections is also included.

Treasures of American Folk Art from the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Center

Author : Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Center
Publisher : Bulfinch Press
ISBN 13 : 9780821217269
Total Pages : 223 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (172 download)

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Download or read book Treasures of American Folk Art from the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Center written by Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Center and published by Bulfinch Press. This book was released on 1989-01-01 with total page 223 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Handsome color illustrations of paintings and sculptures as well as useful wares such as trade signs, weather vanes and pottery, and nonutilitarian ones like toys and whirligigs are accompanied by a substantial text which places folk art in its social and historical context. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Folk Art in America

Author : Adele Earnest
Publisher : Schiffer Publishing
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 200 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (9 download)

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Download or read book Folk Art in America written by Adele Earnest and published by Schiffer Publishing. This book was released on 1984 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A classic reference to the rise in popularity of folk artists in America, this book presents 258 photos of early folk art pieces, including decoys, whirligigs and carvings, and tells the history of the folk art movement from the early 20th century and the founding of the Museum of American Folk Art in New York. Anecdote is blended with history as pioneer collector Earnest shares her experiences and folk art treasures with readers.

Pennsylvania Dutch American Folk Art

Author : Henry J. Kauffman
Publisher : Masthof Press & Bookstore
ISBN 13 : 1883294002
Total Pages : 144 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (832 download)

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Book Synopsis Pennsylvania Dutch American Folk Art by : Henry J. Kauffman

Download or read book Pennsylvania Dutch American Folk Art written by Henry J. Kauffman and published by Masthof Press & Bookstore. This book was released on 1993 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The early Pa. Dutch settlers introduced to America a native craftsmanship strongly influenced by their ancestral fatherland. It developed a flavor of its own which has contributed so richly to the historical folk art of the New World. Brings together a representative collection of illustrative material (over 270 photos) as an excellent record of the Pa. Dutch folk art. (144pp. illus. Masthof Press, 1993 reprint of 1946 ed.)

Creative Haven Mexican Folk Art Coloring Book

Author : Marty Noble
Publisher : Courier Corporation
ISBN 13 : 0486494519
Total Pages : 37 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (864 download)

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Download or read book Creative Haven Mexican Folk Art Coloring Book written by Marty Noble and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2014-01-17 with total page 37 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thirty-one striking adaptations of authentic native art depict, among other subjects, a Mixtec circular design from an incised gourd rattle, religious figures from a Metepec candlestick, and images of jaguars taken from a Guerrero lacquered chest. Pages are perforated and printed on one side only for easy removal and display. Specially designed for experienced colorists, Mexican Folk Art and other Creative Haven® adult coloring books offer an escape to a world of inspiration and artistic fulfillment. Each title is also an effective and fun-filled way to relax and reduce stress. Previously published as Mexican Folk Art Coloring Book.