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 enlarge | Author: Maureen Carlson
Publisher: North Light Books
Category: Book
List Price: $22.99
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Avg. Customer Rating:  23 reviews
Sales Rank: 46642
Media: Paperback
Edition: 3
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 128
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2
Dimensions (in): 10.9 x 8.4 x 0.4
ISBN: 1581808208
Dewey Decimal Number: 731.42
EAN: 9781581808209
ASIN: 1581808208
Publication Date: November 20, 2006
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Absolute Must Have February 11, 2008
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
I found this book while browsing the shelves in a bookstore and my only regret is that I didn't know that the author is offering an autographed copy on her website! I'll probably order one at some point because this book was exactly what I needed to move on to the next stage in my art and I'm forever in her debt. I started sculpting with polymer clay about five years ago and up to now was entirely self-taught when it came to sculpting figures. Just a month or so before finding the book, I attempted faces but knew I had a long way to go. Maureen's book is just what I needed and more.
Her instruction on proportion is excellent and she shares many valuable tips on working with this medium, which can be very sneaky and tricky. From the point of an intermediate level and experienced artist, the instruction is extremely easy to understand and put into practice. Exact measurements are given whenever possible, making each project practically foolproof. I believe that the book is also very valuable to the absolute beginner but would recommend that they take their time and spend a great deal of time becoming familiar with the quirks of polymer clay before expecting to complete the projects quickly and easily. If I had only one tip to offer, it would be that when your clay "turns gumby," as I call it when it becomes stretchy and too soft, put it down and let it rest because you are not going to get anywhere with it until it does.
Every project is adorable and easy to accomplish. In addition to a good variety of characters, projects for props such as tree spirits and fairy portals are also provided so that you can create an entire fantasy village! So far, I've made three of the characters and am very pleased with the results, even on the first try. My first figures turned out a bit larger but it was very easy to scale them down on the next attempt. You'll learn how to create and use armatures and molds and sculpt faces, body parts and even clothing! I love the way that each chapter is written from the point of view of one of the characters, The Storyteller, (who bears a strong resemblance to the author!) and that we're guided through each project with tips from another character, Woodpecker Pete. I own several books on polymer clay technique and this is one of the few that I intend to keep forever. It hasn't made it to the bookshelves since I brought it home and it's unlikely that it ever will. The stock that the book is printed on is also very sturdy and will hold up to many hours of flipping through and holding it open for a reference.
Investing in this book increased my skill level tremendously in a very short period of time. I have already applied so much of what Maureen teaches to my own work in sculpting goddesses and dancers.
I also love the way that the author nurtures creativity by encouraging us to tell stories with our art, as she does. This book is so much more than a technique manual. It's a treasure that belongs in every clay artist's toolbox and a priceless investment.
Another book from a great artist!! January 29, 2008
This book fascinates me every time I pick it up. There are so many charactres in here that I want to make. The techniques seem so easy to follow & it drives the creativity in you too. I'm new at this polymer clay thing, but I found so much inspiration in these books, I can't wait to jump in with both feet....guess I should change that to hands!
Also, this was another used book I bought through Amazon and it's affiliates that was a great bargain and in perfect condition. You will save lots of $$ this way! More to spend on your clay and tools.
A wonderful polymer clay book! October 30, 2007
Full of creative images of fairies, etc. and inspiring ways to use polymer clay. I can't wait to try out the projects in the book! It reads easily and really sheds light on making polymer clay figures. I highly recommend it for those who want to "sculpt" with polymer clay.
Ann Ramsey
www.methetree.com
Fantastic Instructional Polymer Book! September 22, 2007
Maureen Carlson has done a wonderful job with this book in teaching armature and sculpting of whimsical characters. The book is beautiful to look at with lots of little sidenotes and pleasing backgrounds. I think that Maureen explains and shows through photographs hot to sculpt so that nearly anyone can do it. It's a great alternative to taking a class if you can't attend one of hers.
Great for beginners... August 24, 2007
I ordered this book to get a feel for Ms. Carlson's technique...very detailed instructions, many projects to choose from, overall a lovely start for anyone interested in sculpting fantasy figures.
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