Gelli Arts Printing Guide by Suzanne McNeill Updated and Revised

TITLE: Gelli Arts Printing Guide; Printing Without a Press on Paper and Fabric Using the Gelli Arts Plate

Author: Suzanne McNeill

Publisher: Design Originals

Publication Date: May 31, 2021 (Updated and revised edition).

Length: 88 Pages

Color Illustrations

About the Author
Suzanne McNeill is the woman behind Design Originals, a publishing company dedicated to all things fun and creative. She is a designer, artist, columnist, TV personality, publisher, art instructor, author, and lover of everything hands-on. 

Discover the Wonderful World of Gelli Printing!
This is a revised and updated version of a book the author published in 2014.
Printing with a Gelli plate is a process that results in beautiful, one-of-a-kind papers with amazing colors, layers, and textures.

This book presents basic information on supplies, the best techniques, and projects. There is also a Gallery of beautiful art made by Gelli plate artists from around the world.

My Thoughts
I have a Gelli plate and have made some prints with acrylic paint and distress oxide inks. I am definitely a beginner and still have much to learn about the Gelli printing process. I found this book very informative and inspiring.

The color illustrations are outstanding. The directions for different techniques are brief but adequate. I really enjoyed the section on using found objects for different textures. 

The author includes a collection of projects that could be made with Gelli prints on paper and fabric. Some of these projects are; Abstract collage art, quilts, greeting cards, totes and bags, gift wraps, and journals. 

This is a short reference book that should be included in your art book library. 

MY RATING: 5 Stars Out Of 5

FYI ~ I received a free digital copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for a fair review.

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Book Review: Neil Sperry's Complete Guide to Texas Gardening

 Neil Sperry's Complete Guide to Texas Gardening

Author: Neil Sperry

Publisher: Taylor Publishing Company

Copyright: 1982






About The Author
Neil Sperry grew up in College Station, the son of a professor and head librarian. He attended Texas A and M, but transferred to Ohio State University, where he completed both his B.S. and M.S. degrees in horticulture.
His name has been synonymous with Texas gardening since 1970.

How Does Your Garden Grow?

Texas has long been known for it's outstanding landscapes and gardens. Horticulture is one of our state's leading hobbies. However, it is not always easy to find reference materials on creating beautiful landscapes and gardens.

Mr. Sperry provides nearly 500 pages of text, color photos, maps and diagrams. Texas is divided into zones and the author recommends different kinds of plants for different kinds of climate in the state.

This book provides basic information about planning your landscape, trees, shrubs, lawns, flower gardens, vegetable gardens and solving plant problems. Each section of the book is illustrated with dozens of beautiful color illustrations.

This book is well-known and is considered a must-have for Texas gardeners and hobbyists.

My Thoughts
I picked up a copy of the 1982 version of this book at an estate sale. There is now a revised edition (1991) available in both print and for the Kindle on Amazon.Com. I am very pleased with my older edition and do not feel the need to update at this time.

Why am I reading a gardening book???
I have to admit that I am not very good with plants. I was motivated to start reading this book because we just bought a new home with beautiful landscaping in the front and back yards. I have LOTS of questions and I am finding the answers I need in this book.

I like this book because it provides basic information about how to choose plants, water, fertilize, prune and avoid insects and disease. This book is a good starting place for finding answers to gardening and landscaping questions. I hope the information in this book will help me keep all my new plants healthy and beautiful. I am especially nervous about the roses....my new yard has about 20 rose bushes in full bloom.

"Neil Sperry's Complete Guide To Texas Gardening" is a very useful reference book for all gardeners in the great state of Texas. This is a practical guide for both beginners and experienced horticulture enthusiasts.

My Rating: 5 Stars Out Of 5

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