This book contains a wealth of images - of both natural and manmade objects - that will spark the imagination of all who see them. In this book the author shows how these images can be visually abstracted and then refined and developed to create beautiful patterns and designs. The result is a useful guide to how the creative process works and a glorious sourcebook of images.
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'a useful guide to how the creative process works and a glorious sourcebook of images' London Potters newsletter, October/November 2009
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Carolyn Genders has been a professional ceramicist for over 20 years. She is a fellow of the Craft Potters Association and the Society of Craftsmen-Designers.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By serenemoon
Format:Hardcover
I have been fortunate enough to meet with Carolyn Genders and watch her work, she is an inspiration and loves sharing her way of working. Carolyn's book is simply a must have for anyone interested in making ceramics it encourages you to look at things around you in a different way, and by documenting anything that takes your fancy or catches your eye carolyn's book shows how to use that in your work by example. her photographs and sketchs are amazing, if you get a chance to meet with her in person and do a workshop you will be amazed at what she will encourage in you. this is a beautiful well thought out book which will inspire any artist who owns it.
63 of 67 people found the following review helpful
By K GOODALL
Format:Hardcover
This is not only a great source of inspiration for artists but also a fantastic eye opener and education for those who want to be enthused by every day life. It is a "must have" for anyone who is looking but not seeing what they are looking at.
Personally my favorite part of the book refers to reflections. In every lake, pond, puddle and sink of water I now see the reflections that Carolyn refers to as full of mystery and promise, and understand the atmosphere and moods that are created by the mirror image. How these are then transfered onto the beautiful pots in her work is fascinating.
A clever combination of Carolyn Genders inspiration for her work and also her obvious passion for life makes this book a one off and I would recommend it to anyone from any walk of life.
Personally my favorite part of the book refers to reflections. In every lake, pond, puddle and sink of water I now see the reflections that Carolyn refers to as full of mystery and promise, and understand the atmosphere and moods that are created by the mirror image. How these are then transfered onto the beautiful pots in her work is fascinating.
A clever combination of Carolyn Genders inspiration for her work and also her obvious passion for life makes this book a one off and I would recommend it to anyone from any walk of life.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Jenny
Format:Paperback
Despite the ceramics element, this book is a really great source of inspiration for all aspects of the development of imaginative sketchbooks. I use it to support teaching KS4 Art students. I have got a copy at home and have bought copies for friends and family who are into art. A real "Must have".
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1.0 out of 5 stars
Hmmmm.....
Bought this for uni to help with my printed textiles. thought it was rubbish. just a few crappy pictures of someones work and a few pages of drawings. Read more
Published on 10 April 2011 by L. Horne
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent visuals
I have loved this book for a long time, and finally bought my own copy this year. I think the visuals are brilliant, and show how you can take something real and break it down into... Read more
Published on 3 July 2010 by HC
5.0 out of 5 stars
truly inpiring
Everyone I know who has seen this book has found it inspiring. True it is perhaps best for beginners, but if you are that creative and apply criticism, ask yourself why you were... Read more
Published on 25 Mar 2009 by K. Platt
2.0 out of 5 stars
Disappointing - best for beginners!
I bought this book because it had some great reviews here on amazon. The book is supposed to be inspiring but the photography is poor and the content is mediocre. Read more
Published on 20 Feb 2009 by Miss K
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