The Complete Guide to Altered Imagery

A wide range of techniques borrowed from both traditional and digital art has recently begun to blend into one art form, known as altered art.The Complete Guide to Altered Imageryis the only book currently on the market that provides fascinating tips and creative ideas solely focused on this new form of art. An in-depth discussion manipulation techniques is supplied, making this an essential handbook for all artists and crafters looking for creative ways to alter and enhance various types of imagery in new and traditional ways, and then to integrate this altered art into their work.

Karen Michel has studied at the School of Visual Arts in New York City and at the Institute of American Indian Arts in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She is a professional artist, painter, book artist, and teacher, and is founder of Creative Art Space for Kids, a nonprofit organization on Long Island, New York. She travels and teaches workshops [where], and has been widely published in books and art and craft magazines. She lives in Island Park, New York.

Introduction

8

(2)

Altered Imagery Using Photography

10

(24)

Altering 35mm Photography

13

(17)

Altering Polaroid Photography

30

(4)

Altered Imagery Using Your Computer

34

(11)

Working with Scanners

36

(5)

Working with Printers

41

(4)

Altered Imagery from Found Sources

45

(26)

Experimenting with Magazine Collage

46

(12)

Integrating Found Objects

58

(6)

Creating Image Transfers

64

(7)

Altered Imagery Using Printmaking Techniques

71

(17)

Using Printed Acetate as a Negative

72

(4)

Using Photographic Images to Create Linoleum and Rubber Block Prints

76

(4)

Creating Monoprints

80

(6)

Fun Ideas for Developing Your Creative Self

86

(2)

Project Gallery

88

(34)

Resources

122

(2)

Contributing Artists

124

(3)

About the Author

127

(1)

Acknowledgments

128

What is included with this book?

The New copy of this book will include any supplemental materials advertised. Please check the title of the book to determine if it should include any access cards, study guides, lab manuals, CDs, etc.

The Used, Rental and eBook copies of this book are not guaranteed to include any supplemental materials. Typically, only the book itself is included. This is true even if the title states it includes any access cards, study guides, lab manuals, CDs, etc.

FREE SHIPPING

Amazon no longer offers textbook rentals. We do!

The Complete Guide to Altered Imagery Mixed-Media Techniques for Collage, Altered Books, Artist Journals, and More

Summary

Author Biography

Table of Contents

Supplemental Materials