33 of 33 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
An enjoyable and inspirational book!, 13 May 2000
By A Customer - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Decorative Designs: Over 100 Ideas for Painted Interiors, Furniture, and Decorated Objects (Paperback)
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:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Visually inspiring, 14 Sep 2010
By Joseph Peczi Jr. - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Decorative Designs: Over 100 Ideas for Painted Interiors, Furniture, and Decorated Objects (Paperback)
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:
2.0 out of 5 stars
Uninspired, 10 Dec 2001
By Jill Clausen - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Decorative Designs: Over 100 Ideas for Painted Interiors, Furniture, and Decorated Objects (Paperback)
The pictures and ideas were fabulous, However, The book lacks any instruction. These creations are not for beginners nor mildly experienced decorative painters.