Turquoise Mosaics from Mexico

Автор: Rayna Clark
Название: Mastering Mosaics
ISBN: 0764343629 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780764343629
Издательство: Schiffer
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Описание: Learn proven techniques and successful methods of creating mosaic art from 19 different artists. Patient professionals give informative, specific, and even moving accounts of their personal mosaic strategies. See a wide range of projects from a childs vanity with flashy platform shoes for feet, to a dazzling representation of the ancient Golden Ratio; nothing is beyond the capabilities of these masters...or your own. Discover tricks for getting the best uses out of your substrates, tesserae, and objects in your home that you can transform into mosaic art. Sharpen your grouting, painting, carving, and sculpting skills, and try these mosaics yourself, or take it in a new direction altogether. This book is an informative, educational tool that can complement a class or be the course guide. These experienced instructors will gladly help you surmount obstacles that all mosaic artists face.

Название: Mosaics, The Art of Reuse
ISBN: 1592535267 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781592535262
Издательство: Rockport/Rotovision
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Описание: Mosaic is a colourful, ever-changing art form that appeals to a wide range of artists. When mosaic art is combined with environmental awareness, the results are particularly stunning. This title features 25 projects such as vintage mirrors and dressers; decorative art deco style wall hangings; and practical home features such as a flight of steps.

Автор: Mark P. Block
Название: Turquoise
ISBN: 0764326422 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780764326424
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Описание: Explore the fascinating story of turquoise, its history from ancient times to the present, and the influence of native artists in making this gemstone part of popular culture in America. Illustrated are over 390 dazzling color images, this book shows turquoise from New Mexico to Nevada, China to Iran, and all the important localities in between in its natural state, cut, polished, and set into silver and gold jewelry. Detailed text discusses its values and many mines that have relinquished turquoise over thousands of years. This comprehensive guide introduces more information on turquoise than you have ever anticipated or seen before!