This is by far one of the best books on printmaking in the last 30 years
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This is by far one of the best books on printmaking in the last 30 years. The graphics are detailed and instructional; the color plates of prints are inspiring. This is a great book for students learning how to print and a good reminder for those who've been at it for a while. Highly recommend!
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To anyone sincerely interested in the exploration of new approaches to intaglio printing and the creative interplay of artist and printer, this book should serve as an excellent primer.  It focuses on the collaboration and mutual respect between an exceptional printmaker and ten notable artists whose experiences in the print studio are detailed in lengthy conversations that range from theory to technique to communication.  Only when an artist and printer are so in tune with one another that the creative process is greatly enhanced are the results larger than either could have predicted.  Some of the most informative elements within this book are descriptions of tools and processes developed directly by Craig Zammiello in response to the artists' ideas and visual intent.

For any collector, printer, artist or critic seeking insight on the creation of multiples as an art form, this book opens a view of the artist's direction once he or she is exposed to the implements and techniques developed by an inspired master printer.  As Mel Bochner states in his interview here, "Every print is a collaborative effort......and every print always has more than one voice in it".  A must read for anyone seriously involved in printmaking.  (Stuart Schar, MFA Printmaking; past Dean, Hartford Art School)
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Susan Fader has written a very accessible text for those artists who are interested in the digital fine art reproduction process. I think this book is essential reading for all those who are intending to have digital reproductions produced of their work. I am sure that many will not appreciate the potential pitfalls of using a print maker who cannot do justice to their work with the result that they end up with sub-standard prints. The book is not over-technical but focuses on the key areas involved in the process from image capture, to printing, even down to the practicalities of packing and shipping the finished prints. Having read this book you will be well prepared to ask the right questions of a print making service and enter into a meaningful dialogue so that the process is a collaborative one between artist and printer. The modest investment in this book could repay itself many times over in terms of money and time because it should steer you away from printers who will never be able to provide a satisfactory service.
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I purchased this book, along with several other photo essay type books. As an avid photographer, I like collecting the work of others. This book was easily the best of the bunch - it will not disappoint. The photography is captivating, and extremely well printed on quality paper stock (a rarity in these days of cheap self published books). The accompanying text is inspiring and motivational. I highly recommend this book.
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Just out, this comprehensive guide to Gelli printing is by the person who actually had the idea for a permanent gelatin-like plate. It is chock full of ways to use the plates, and offers lots of extra tips and tricks along the way. The illustrations are clear and profuse and the instructions are easy to follow. The gallery of contributing artists is inspiring; it is astounding to see what can be done with a hunk of gelatin-like plastic and some paint.
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Artist Paul Coldwell examines prints from all time periods and mediums. This book is extremely informative (chapters includes Painterly Approaches, the Hybrid Print, Political Imperatives, Expanded Print, etc) and has excellent color reproductions. I wish this had been required reading at art school.
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I wish I had found this book before buying several other less-expensive ones on this topic. This book is  logical, straight-forward and clearly written. He explains the properties of glass and firing, and explains the reasons for deciding how to make fusing schedules and other important information. He writes in a conversational manner which makes reading it enjoyable.  There are lots of photos about techniques, and also photos of stunning master works for inspiration.
A 5 Star book! You won't regret this purchase.
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I purchased this book a while back and I could not be happier. Patrick's art is not only amazing, but is very inspiring to those of us who fancy ourselves artists. His explanations are on point and I highly recommend any of his books.
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This is a great book.  It was done the way most art books should be done with large, full page prints throughout most of the book.  The quality of the prints are excellent as well.
A fantastic look into a transitional stage of an artist who has been hard at work exploring himself.  Beautiful draftsmanship and sensuality in all of the artwork found here.
Definitely worth every penny for my collection.
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To me this book has always been one of the classics of its kind, and this edition is a worthy update. In a world of $25 logos and free website templates just making a living as a graphic designer is harder than it has ever been before. And what I like about this book is that the author tackles all of the hard issues head on, not just with honesty but with workable strategies that go beyond the usual marketing buzzwords that we all hear. What I also love about the book is that it's not just a business survival book, but also talks about finding the right clients. The book also includes a nice selection of case studies of designers and their clients, so you can learn from the best. So I'd very much recommend this read to anyone who is making a living at graphic design (or any related creative endeavor).
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This book completes my collection of Steve Caplin Photoshop books, and I am going to be as vociferous about recommending it as I am about the others.  I have a LOT of Photoshop books, and Steve's titles are far and away my favourites.  I initially thought 3D Photoshop a bit thin, but it has 250 pages, so it must use thin paper.  The printing and illustrations are excellent though. After working thorough the book, I am finally getting to grips with Photoshop's 3D features, and learning some useful tricks and tips.  I thoroughly recommend this book.
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beautifully laid out - high-quality printing - EXTREMELY informative
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I am impressed with the many artists who are included in the book and very proud to be one of them. I think the printing of the artwork is exceptional and in many ways is the most important aspect of capturing the art. Each artist is represented by several pieces of their work as well as a short explanation. The book is an excellent overview of fiber art today.
Elizabeth Whyte Schulze
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Beautifully illustrated and photographed book on Textile Print Making!!!  Some of these methods are now extinct or rare to find.
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This is a fantastic book. I bought it because its predessor, The Joy of Photography helped me learn to use my first 35mm camera. Now I have been struggling to master pixels and downloads and I am pleased to say that Jeff Wignall has come through again! This book is so much fun, inspiring and filled with gorgeous photography. There's great information, not only on the technical bits but on taking wonderful pictures. The presentation is beautiful and there's cool things like a digital timeline. This is the best photo guide I have ever owned!
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It seems to me that an encyclopedia of needlework is one of those things which sounds like a great idea, but ends up being not very useful in reality -- sort of like a home repair manual when your drain is clogged. But Donna Kooler's brand new book (just appearing on-line and in shops now) is certainly the exception which proves this rule.

I am so excited by this book I hardly know where to begin. Donna and the staff at her design studio are wizards of design and stitching and they have brought their love of needlework and their depth of knowledge onto every page of the book.

Instead of being comprehensive, the book deals with only the three major groupings of needlework: needlepoint, embroidery, and counted thread. Each section is identified by a color and small tabs on the side of every page let you know the major section you are in.

Each of the major sections is dived up into three parts. The first part provides introductory information, history, a breakdown of materials and basic information on the technique. Even if you are an experienced stitcher, don't skip these sections, they are full of great information, wonderful tips and the best and biggest material pictures I've ever seen.

The bulk of each section is given over to a Stitch Gallery, which is wonderful. Each stitch is pictured and has a large chart (two stitches per page). The name and alternate names are given along with a description,stitching instructions and suggested uses. In places where seeing the back is important (for example in the three types of tent stitches) the back is shown. On every diagram a red dot indicates where to being stitching. In addition the stitches are broken up into families so related stitches are found together.

The final part of each section has a small selection of lovely projects to introduce you to the technique. For needlepoint there is a traditional floral, a charming Bargello kimono, and a textured stitch sampler in white.

You have probably heard that many embroidery and counted thread stitches also work for needlepoint, but you may have felt uncertain about stitching them. With this book, especially with the counted thread section you will find lots of exciting ideas you can apply to your needlepoint. The stitches for pulled work, is particularly good.

Not only is this book full of great information, it is beautiful as well. The entire book is designed to be visually appealing as well as very useful. Each page has the section name along the edge of the page as well as the printed tab. Throughout the stitch galleries, a heading at the top of the page tells you the particular technique (bargello, hardanger, edgings, etc.). All the stitched examples are done in a single range of pastel shades and in the pictures the threads are color-coordinated and the accessories are artfully arranged. This makes it a book which will draw new stitchers into our art, largely because it is beautiful and makes needlework look easy and fun.

I am so happy with this book that I'm going to recommend it to everyone in my beginning needlepoint class I'm teaching soon. It may be required reading for the class after that!
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This book is a definite purchase for anyone involved in the post production pipeline dealing with CG and digital compositing.  Steve Wright's approach to the concepts and "under the hood" aspects of compositing make this a must have for the book shelf.  The extremely clear explanations of very complex concepts help compositors of all levels understand what is happening both on the surface in the software as well as showcases sound fundamentals in compositing concepts.  The coverage of keying and color theory involved in compositing demonstrated in the book highlight Steve's years of compositing experience.