- Hardcover: 183 pages
- Publisher: Bulfinch Press (Sep 1996)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0821223291
- ISBN-13: 978-0821223291
- Product Dimensions: 29.2 x 25.4 x 1.5 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,464,117 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Format:Hardcover
I have given five stars to this book because it is so inspiring. I have had this book a long time and each time I reach for it, I get the same sense of excitement. As an artist and designer myself, I respect the superb quality of work in terms of concept and execution that G. Rust exhibits. If there is one element missing from the book it is the lack of technical information. Someone not informed in these techniques would need further instruction from another source.
Format:Paperback
The book is beautiful and has a lot of fantastic pictures, but if you are not a professionl painter it is not useful at all. It is a pity I cannot invite Mr Rust to paint something in my house.
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33 of 33 people found the following review helpful
An enjoyable and inspirational book!
13 May 2000
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
In this enjoyable volume, English muralist and painter Graham Rust transforms everyday objects into whimisical and unusual works of art. From panelled screens to placemats, headboards to overdoor ornamentation, Rust's highly personal style, occasionally quirky point of view, and amazingly developed illustrative ability shine. Primarily visual, the book does not offer much by way of instruction or technique; nevertheless it is an inspiration. Many of the illustrations could be adapted to other design situations. I particularly appreciate his studies of drapery and exquisitely rendered botanicals. An interesting and useful addition to the reference library of the illustrator, muralist and painter, as well as those in interior design.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Visually inspiring
14 Sep 2010
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This beautifully illustrated book is a treasure trove of trompe l'oeil ideas for anyone's home. A good source of ideas for these designs or just to spark the imagination for developing similar but original design ideas of one's own.
8 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Uninspired
10 Dec 2001
Format:Paperback
The pictures and ideas were fabulous, However, The book lacks any instruction. These creations are not for beginners nor mildly experienced decorative painters.
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