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Book Synopsis The Art of Polymer Clay Millefiori Techniques by : Donna Kato
Download or read book The Art of Polymer Clay Millefiori Techniques written by Donna Kato and published by Watson-Guptill. This book was released on 2011-01-26 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A thousand and one ideas for making beautiful polymer clay millefiori. In Venetian glassmaking, slender rods of molten glass are shaped, then cut to reveal amazingly detailed patterns: flowers, geometric shapes, dancing colors. These slices are called millefiori, “thousand flowers,” because they form a carpet of flowers when placed side by side. Now celebrity author Donna Kato shows crafters exactly how to re-create these intricate, fascinating designs in polymer clay. The Art of Polymer Clay Millefiori Techniques reveals the entire process: how to work with the polymer clay, the basics of planning and creating a cane, and using color effectively. Dozens of canes, from simple to simply stunning, are included, and everything is clearly explained and illustrated with full-color photos, the Donna Kato way. Throughout the book, examples of stunning work by such millefiori artists as Kathy Amt, Pier Voulkos, and Kathleen Dustin provide inspiration. There must be a thousand ways to make beautiful millefiori . . . explore them all in The Art of Polymer Clay Millefiori Techniques.
Book Synopsis The Art of Polymer Clay by : Donna Kato
Download or read book The Art of Polymer Clay written by Donna Kato and published by Clarkson Potter. This book was released on 2006 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shows how to create jewelry and decorative art with polymer clay, teaching basic techniques and offering such projects as floral forms, moldmaking, figurines, and mosaic bowls, in an updated handbook that includes new information on tools, clays, supplies, conditioning, and safety. Original.
Book Synopsis The Art of Polymer Clay Creative Surface Effects by : Donna Kato
Download or read book The Art of Polymer Clay Creative Surface Effects written by Donna Kato and published by Watson-Guptill. This book was released on 2007 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Polymer clay has grown and grown and grown in popularity since the publication of Donna Kato’s best-selling The Art of Polymer Clay in 1997. And there have been so many technical advances, too. Now poly-diva Donna Kato presents an all-new look at one of crafters’ all-time favorite mediums. Donna Kato’s Polymer Clay Innovations begins with the essentials of polymer clay, including its working properties, plus tools, curing, safety recommendations, and color blending (with full information on the now-indispensable Skinner Blend). Photo-packed chapters focus on exciting projects—beads, bracelets, pins, pendants, and boxes--and showcase new techniques, including image transfers, surface treatments such as stencils, stamps, paints, and inks, sculpting, inclusions, special effects, and finishing. Finished pieces by some of the biggest names in polymer clay, including Kathleen Dustin, Pier Voulkos, and Nan Roche, plus Donna Kato herself, offer ideas and inspiration.
Book Synopsis Art Makers: Polymer Clay for Beginners by : Emily Chen
Download or read book Art Makers: Polymer Clay for Beginners written by Emily Chen and published by Walter Foster Publishing. This book was released on 2019-03-19 with total page 131 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Start making beautiful crafts from polymer clay! Art Makers: Polymer Clay for Beginners is your guide to this kiln-free craft. Polymer Clay for Beginners introduces artists, art hobbyists, and polymer clay enthusiasts to this versatile, accessible medium. Because polymer clay does not require the use of a kiln and needs only baking in the oven, it is an easy, approachable art form for even the most inexperienced artist to learn. Professional artist Emily Chen demonstrates how to make animal figurines, flowers, cookies, cakes, beads, and more through easy, step-by-step projects. Each project features colorful, styled photographs demonstrating how finished pieces can be used, displayed, and gifted. A comprehensive tools and materials section and detailed information on techniques, baking, and glazing guide artists in their quest to become polymer clay pros. An inspirational gallery provides even more ideas for those who want to continue learning how to work with this easy-to-use medium. A modern approach to sculpture art, polymer clay is the perfect choice for beginners and crafting enthusiasts.
Book Synopsis The Art of Jewelry by : Katherine Duncan Aimone
Download or read book The Art of Jewelry written by Katherine Duncan Aimone and published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.. This book was released on 2006 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Available in a myriad of colors and sheens, polymer clay can be cut, shaped, sculpted, and altered in many ways. For that reason, it's a wonderful medium for making jewelry. Today's leading artists show you how to push the envelope of this malleable material with an array of gorgeous brooches, pendants, pins, bracelets, and earrings. Using a variety of surface techniques will inform you and inspire you to create your own distinctive designs. Book jacket.
Download or read book Polymer Art Projects written by and published by . This book was released on 2018-10-22 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Step-by-step instructions on polymer clay craft and jewelry projects.
Book Synopsis Polymer Clay Gemstones-The Art of Deception by : Kim Schlinke
Download or read book Polymer Clay Gemstones-The Art of Deception written by Kim Schlinke and published by Polymarket Press. This book was released on 2013-10 with total page 203 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is not your ordinary how-to book! Austin TX based authors and polymer clay artists Kim Schlinke and Randee M. Ketzel artfully mix a clever mystery with 20 how-to projects that show step-by step photographs and instructions to create your own "ancient artifacts." These polymer clay masterpieces are beautiful enough to grace a museum collection-or yours! At 206 pages, this lavishly photographed book is stuffed with a multitude of projects that can be done just as presented with highly detailed step-by-step instruction, or used as starting points to make faux gems for use in all sorts of designs. Priced retail at $30, the hefty book's how-to projects weigh in at the mere cost of $1.50 each. Animal lovers will be pleased to note that our authors also give us the secrets of making replicas of ivory and tiger claw that involve no cruelty towards elephants or wild cats whatsoever! Projects featured in this compendium include: Celtic Bronze Fibula, Navajo Silver Pendant, Art Nouveau Golden Gingko Brooch, Carnelian Choker of Ancient Rome, Amethyst Cabochons and Nugget Beads, Amethyst Silver Art Nouveau Pendant, Black Opal Cabochons, Barbarian Bracelet, Chrysoprase Cabochons (A and B Grade), Hammered Cuff Bracelet, Ancient Limestone Fossil Pebbles, Cycladic Goddess, Leopardskin Jasper, Primitive Pebble Bracelet, Faux Twigs, Fantastical Forgeries Bracelet, Blue Lace Agate Tile Bracelet, Copper & Rhodochrosite Tiered Necklace, Snowflake Jades, Qin Dynasty Bangles, Amber Caravan Necklace, Primeval Coral Rock Hound Necklace, Ammolite Cabochons, Gothic Revival Pendant, Victorian Mourning Brooch, Faux Tiger Claw, Victorian Raj Brooch, Faux Tiffany Glass Scarabs, Faux Ivory Cuff Bracelet Find out how it is all done-and "who done it"-along with our intrepid protagonists, Parker and Peele. "What is this stuff?" wondered Parker, and her companion pointed her umbrella to the drawings that plastered the walls. "The raw materials for the best forgeries ever seen" replied her friend. "This is where they were created." Together they examined the drawings, exclaiming softly as they recognized several objects from the Museum. Parker picked up one of the colorful lumps and frowned. "What is this, Peele? It's soft like clay, but I've never seen these colors before." "No," said her friend, "nor have I-at least in this form. I suspect it requires a catalyst of some type to render it into the false gems-ah, here!" Peele uncovered an array of electric ovens. "Heat-how charming. This must be some type of polymer, which, when brought to the proper temperature, then hardens. I have heard rumors. Could become just about anything, in skilled hands."
Book Synopsis Art and Craft of Polymer Clay by : Sue Heaser
Download or read book Art and Craft of Polymer Clay written by Sue Heaser and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Polymer clay is one of the most popular and versatile mediums available to crafters, lending itself to a variety of applications ranging from decorative boxes, mosaics and miniature models to beads, buttons and jewellery. This comprehensive book features step-by-step instruction in over 50 techniques, including exciting ways to work with new materials such as liquid and metal clays.
Book Synopsis Polymer Clay Color Inspirations by : Lindly Haunani
Download or read book Polymer Clay Color Inspirations written by Lindly Haunani and published by Watson-Guptill. This book was released on 2009 with total page 67 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Renowned for their courses and workshops on color, the authors offer instruction and inspiration that focuses on polymer clay as a learning tool that crafters can use to explore their own color instincts and preferences. Each chapter investigates a color principle supported by a jewelry project.
Book Synopsis The Encyclopedia of Polymer Clay Techniques by : Sue Heaser
Download or read book The Encyclopedia of Polymer Clay Techniques written by Sue Heaser and published by Running Press. This book was released on 2007-10-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The latest in our best-selling Encyclopedia of Art series focuses on one of the most popular and versatile mediums available to crafters. This comprehensive guide offers directions on making decorative boxes, mosaics, and miniature models, as well as beads, buttons, and jewelry. Large, clear photographs demonstrate over 50 techniques, including basic skills such as rolling, color mixing, marbling, and baking; progressing to more challenging methods of shaping, molding, and sculpting clay. A 16-page gallery of work by renowned polymer clay artists demonstrates what can be achieved and provides crafters with inspiration.
Book Synopsis Polymer Clay for Beginners by : Emily Chen
Download or read book Polymer Clay for Beginners written by Emily Chen and published by Quarto Publishing Group USA. This book was released on 2019-03-05 with total page 131 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Start making beautiful art with this step-by-step guide to making trinkets, animals, plants, and more using this fun, easy, and kiln-free craft. Polymer Clay for Beginners introduces artists, art hobbyists, and polymer clay enthusiasts to the versatile, accessible polymer clay medium. Because polymer clay does not require the use of a kiln and needs only baking in the oven, it is an easy, approachable art form for even the most inexperienced artist to learn, as well as kids, families, teachers, and anyone else looking for a fun, boredom-busting hobby or craft. Professional artist and owner of Cat Bear Express, Emily Chen, demonstrates how to make adorable animal figurines, flowers, cookies, cakes, beads, and more through easy step-by-step projects. Each project features colorful, styled photographs demonstrating how finished pieces can be used, displayed, and gifted. A comprehensive tools and materials section and detailed information on techniques, baking, and glazing guide artists in their quest to become polymer clay pros. A modern approach to sculpture art, polymer clay is the perfect choice for beginners and crafting enthusiasts. The Art Makers series is designed for beginning artists and arts-and-crafts enthusiasts who are interested in experiencing fun hands-on mediums, including embroidery and papier-mache.
Book Synopsis Art of Polymer Clay Millefiori Book Club Edition by : Donna Kato
Download or read book Art of Polymer Clay Millefiori Book Club Edition written by Donna Kato and published by Watson-Guptill Publications. This book was released on 2008-11-11 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Venetian glassmaking, slender rods of molten glass are shaped, then cut to reveal amazingly detailed patterns: flowers, geometric shapes, dancing colors. These slices are called millefiori, “thousand flowers,” because they form a carpet of flowers when placed side by side. Now celebrity author Donna Kato shows crafters exactly how to re-create these intricate, fascinating designs in polymer clay. The Art of Polymer Clay Millefiori Techniques reveals the entire process: how to work with the polymer clay, the basics of planning and creating a cane, and using color effectively. Dozens of canes, from simple to simply stunning, are included, and everything is clearly explained and illustrated with full-color photos, the Donna Kato way. Throughout the book, examples of stunning work by such millefiori artists as Kathy Amt, Pier Voulkos, and Kathleen Dustin provide inspiration. There must be a thousand ways to make beautiful millefiori . . . explore them all in The Art of Polymer Clay Millefiori Techniques.
Book Synopsis Polymer Clay Global Perspectives by : Cynthia Tinapple
Download or read book Polymer Clay Global Perspectives written by Cynthia Tinapple and published by Watson-Guptill. This book was released on 2013-07-30 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore the World--in Polymer Clay! Polymer artists are connected like never before. As the acclaimed curator of the popular blog PolymerClayDaily.com, Cynthia Tinapple brings together 115 diverse artists from around the world to showcase the work of this new international community. Polymer Clay Global Perspectives invites you to explore the trends and cutting-edge styles that are influencing the future of this medium. In this masterful collection, you'll find: · Tips to create meaningful art that reflects your personality and vision · Behind-the-scenes profiles of 13 innovative artists in their studios · Step-by-step projects by contributors who share their signature methods, such as mokume gane,extruded canes, and adapted glass-blowing techniques · Galleries showcasing the best of the best polymer work in jewelry, miniatures, sculpture, and much more With artists including Kim Korringa, Shay Aaron, and Fabiola Perez offering their expertise, you'll find endless inspiration to take your art to the next level. Begin your own journey through the new landscape of contemporary polymer. A world of possibilities awaits.
Book Synopsis Polymer Clay: Delicious Desserts by : Emily Chen
Download or read book Polymer Clay: Delicious Desserts written by Emily Chen and published by Thunder Bay Press. This book was released on 2020-05-05 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everything you need to get started on making adorable polymer clay dessert sculptures. Add colorful decorations to your kitchen with these easy-to-make polymer clay desserts! This art kit includes 6 colors of polymer clay, 3 sculpting tools, and a 32-page project book with step-by-step instructions for creating a variety of miniature desserts. Polymer clay requires only an ordinary household oven for baking, so this is an accessible art form for beginning artists. The finished sculptures look great as a display in your kitchen, or can be given to friends and family as gifts.
Book Synopsis Polymer Clay Book for Beginners by : Laurel Fennimore
Download or read book Polymer Clay Book for Beginners written by Laurel Fennimore and published by Laurel Fennimore. This book was released on 2021-02-16 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you in search of innovative projects that you can try out to sharpen your artistic skills? Do you have a passion for handcrafts and are curious about how to make your own jewelry, doll, and basic sculpture from clay? If so, then your search is over! This book, Polymer Clay Book for Beginners, presents art in the most beautiful and enlightening form, opening your eyes to the splendor in art with its focus lens on polymer clay. Why polymer clay? Polymer clay is a long time admirable art, and though it is just gaining popularity and massive international recognition, it allows you to show a very high level of creativity. It can be described in just two words; creativity and fun. It is best for children who like to play with their hands while working out their imagination. Polymer clay will give you great hours of crafting joy as you work your hands through the mixture. Polymer clay is also inexpensive and very easy to find. You are certain to find some in your local craft store. This is a very flexible art that gives room for innovations and sharp creativity. With polymer clay, any idea is worth birthing forth and is a potential art edifice, just with your hands, and lumps of clay. And yes, you don’t need to be a master to get it right, your mess of an innovation or idea could be celebrated as the world’s number one most outstanding masterpiece. As Sir Ralph Waldo Emerson rightly said many years ago, “every artist was first an amateur.” In other words, if any artist can build sculptures, as an amateur you can do much more, that is if you start working towards it, now. Well, all you really need to get started is your imagination and enthusiasm. With your imagination, you can travel into the ancient time and create the most beautiful art piece of all time and with enthusiasm, you can make it happen. In this beginner book, you will; · Be more acquainted with what polymer clay entails, its historical timelines and how it works. · Get to know the different application areas of polymer clay. · Be familiar with the terms associated with polymer clay. · Be exposesd to the tips, tricks and techniques used in polymer clay art that will set you on your way to becoming an expert in the art. · Be enlightened on the tools and materials needed to get you started. · Educated on the safety measures to adhere to when working with polymer clay. · Get started with making beautiful polymer clay crafts with the aid of the 20 polymer clay project ideas discussed in this book with step-by-step instructions and graphical illustrations to guide you along the process. …And a whole lot more! What more are you waiting for? Hone your creative abilities, and build your crafting skills with this beginner's guide to polymer clay. To begin your journey, simply grab a copy of this book RIGHT NOW
Book Synopsis Polymer People by : Diane Dobson Barton
Download or read book Polymer People written by Diane Dobson Barton and published by Diane Dobson Barton. This book was released on 2021-11-10 with total page 83 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the first in the series of “Polymer People”. You will learn how to create the adult human head in polymer clay. If you combine the three books in this series, you will create a complete sculpture of the human body. I love the human form. There is so much about it that intrigues me. But when I went looking for a book on how to sculpt it in polymer clay, I had very few options. Those that I found were showing how to do character-type creations. I wanted something grounded in traditional fine art techniques. Things they would teach you in a life sculpting class if you were to use only polymer clay and not earthen clay. You will discover: • Recommended tools and clays by the author • How to mix skin tones • Examples and demonstrations showing a portion of the human head, including teeth and realistic eyes • I show two methods of sculpting the overall head, so you can find the method that works best for you. • And much more! Tools • Sculpting Tools / Using Your Tools / Reference Photos / Work Surface • Proportions / Color / Conditioning / Curing / Glues • Core / Basic Shape Method One • Ear / Nose / Mouth / Eye Finishing touches • Smoothing / Blemishes / Hair / Painting / Signing • Making Eyes / Eye Color / Inserting Eyes • Making Teeth / Setting teeth / Tongue Reference • Common Errors / Trouble Shooting / Polymer Clay Comparison / Sources
Book Synopsis Modeling with Polymer Clay by : David Kracov
Download or read book Modeling with Polymer Clay written by David Kracov and published by Walter Foster Publishing. This book was released on 2001 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this book you'll find clear and concise intrustion on how to model figures using colorful polymer clay. With an emphasis on human and animal caricatures and characters, you'll start with a simple ball of clay and finish with a striking work of art. It's easy, creative, and fun. Now everyone can learn to sculpt as author David Kracov demonstartes each step of the way! -- Back cover.
