The Art For Joy’s Sake Journal Review

The Art For Joy’s Sake Journal Review

This is truly a keepsake gift for any artist, even if the artist is yourself. I’ve been designing professionally, day and night, for years, so my own art, and my own enjoyment, seems to have kind of gone out the window, some days. That’s why I’m so...
Inspiring Proverbs Coloring Book Review

Inspiring Proverbs Coloring Book Review

I found this a lovely and inspiring coloring book. Each page is printed on a single side of each of the 31 pages. Each design appears to be all-new. The book exemplifies good coloring book design. It is drawn with a consistent line width, without any black fills or...
The Ultimate Fluid Pouring & Painting Project Book Review

The Ultimate Fluid Pouring & Painting Project Book Review

There is a growing appreciation of non-traditional artists, who rely more on pouring techniques instead of careful brushwork. The acclaim such artists can receive these days extends author-and-illstrator Eric Carle selling multi-million copies of his children books,...
Mastering Modern Calligraphy Book Review

Mastering Modern Calligraphy Book Review

As a graphic designer, I’ve been studying calligraphy for decades. I’ve owned and studied dozens of books on the topic, many of them classics, focusing on the long tradition of lettering. Yet, I must say, for calligraphers today, this is likely the finest...
Creative Candle Making Review

Creative Candle Making Review

This is a lovely set for would-be candlemakers to help them not only learn how, but to actually begin, right away. The book is printed on quality paper in full-color. I love the exceptionally beautiful photography throughout. The layout is clever, clear, and lovely,...