The Bookshelf Journal
Start With One Layer. Then Listen.
Mixed media grows through response. Begin with one material, notice what changes, and allow each layer to suggest what the artwork needs next.
Start With One Layer. Then Listen.
Mixed media grows through response. Begin with one material, notice what changes, and allow each layer to suggest what the artwork needs next.
Begin With What Catches Your Eye
You do not need a perfect theme or finished plan to begin making paper art. Start with one color, image, paper, or word that makes you pause.
Begin With What Catches Your Eye
You do not need a perfect theme or finished plan to begin making paper art. Start with one color, image, paper, or word that makes you pause.
Basketweave vs. Continental Stitch: What’s the ...
Basketweave and continental may look alike from the front, but they travel differently across the canvas. Learn when and why to use each tent stitch.
Basketweave vs. Continental Stitch: What’s the ...
Basketweave and continental may look alike from the front, but they travel differently across the canvas. Learn when and why to use each tent stitch.
Meet Us at the Next Creative Gathering
Markets, classes, launches, and creative gatherings let Bookshelf Anatomy become a real table filled with artwork, supplies, conversation, and inspiration.
Meet Us at the Next Creative Gathering
Markets, classes, launches, and creative gatherings let Bookshelf Anatomy become a real table filled with artwork, supplies, conversation, and inspiration.
From Original Artwork to Something You Can Send
An original artwork begins as one singular object. Turning it into stationery allows the image to travel, collect new words, and become part of someone else’s story.
From Original Artwork to Something You Can Send
An original artwork begins as one singular object. Turning it into stationery allows the image to travel, collect new words, and become part of someone else’s story.
Letting the Materials Answer Back
Mixed media becomes most interesting when the materials begin changing the direction of the work. One layer creates a question for the next to answer.
Letting the Materials Answer Back
Mixed media becomes most interesting when the materials begin changing the direction of the work. One layer creates a question for the next to answer.