Devonshire, Hilary

An introduction, in text and photographs, to drawing techniques and the range of materials used to produce a variety of textures and effects.

Defines and demonstrates the properties of water through artistic experiments and projects.

Examines the various properties of light and offers a number of projects demonstrating these principles.

Presents basic principles of color, demonstrating their use in art.

Explores fundamental principles of air through art techniques and explains how they can be used in art.

Presents step-by-step instructions for decorating paper using various techniques such as stenciling, printing, and marbling; and demonstrates how to make special occasion cards and wrap gifts.

Text and step-by-step photographs illustrate a number of different printing techniques including hand prints, smudge prints, mono-printing, rag prints, and block printing.

Provides illustrated instructions for making a variety of collages from such materials as tissue paper, buttons, string, newspaper, and stamps.

Provides step-by-step instructions for making Christmas decorations, cards, models, and mobiles.

Shows how to construct mobiles, pop-ups, dolls, animals, and other moving objects, using different types of paper, foils, and fabrics.