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"Handmade Paper Collage" combines step-by-step instruction with a large gallery of color photographs of completed artwork to instruct and inspire you to try this unique torn paper collage.  This book details specific techniques for creating a palette of beautiful papers which are used as the raw materials for creating unique and individual landscape and abstract collages.

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From the ordinary to the extraordinary: Transforming paper with color

Following detailed instructions and photographs, learn to paint unique papers for integration into your own collages.  Enhance the beauty of handmade papers by highlighting textures or adding color through sponging, spattering, painting onto the surface of purchased papers.

Putting it together: Creating your own collage

Simple layered paper landscapes, ornate embellished abstracts, collaged journal pages, and even collaged fruit are presented through instruction and step-by-step photographs.  Many photographs are provided to show details of the techniques presented and a gallery of finished works is offered for inspiration.

     

 

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