Paper Dyeing for
Collage and Crafts by Gloria Foss and Susan Rogers-Aregger is unique in that it is
the only book to document Les d’Alexandre’s great method of dyeing papers -
actually dipping them, as no one else has. This book is divided into three parts;
Part I explains how one can dye an assortment of tissue papers quickly and easily
at home with a minimum of dyes and materials.
When other artists and friends are
fascinated by your papers, the result could be a larger team effort when, on a typical
Paper Dyeing Day, hundreds of multi-colored, patterned papers will be produced. The stunning papers have been known to inspire
even those with no prior art experience to begin using them in imaginative ways. In the sprit of playful exploration, Part II
suggests ways to use the dyed papers in collages, crafts and home decoration.
Part III reprises basic principles
of art – values, light and shade, color mixing, the effective use of color, and
design principles - that are set forth in Gloria Foss’ first book, How to Paint:
A Course in the Art of Oil Painting. Nine step-by-step projects are included in
this new book to help beginning and experienced artists alike explore ways to use the
hand-dyed papers. Refer to the Order link on the Home Page to pre-order a copy of
Gloria and Susan’s new book.
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"Waterfall"
32x26" Collage
"Exotic Proteas"
20x24" Collage (SOLD)
"Autumn Foliage"
18x24" Collage
"Pigeons in the Park"
28x34" Collage
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"Culture Shocks"
30x24" Collage (SOLD)
"The Awesome Tetons"
30x48" Collage (SOLD)
"Bougainvillea"
18x24" Collage
"Haiku Gardens Gazebo"
24x26" Collage
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