The Art of Floral Design

Book Description

The Art of Floral Design, 2E is an illustrated full-color book which highlights floral design techniques-from the basic to the cutting edge. With a well-balanced presentation of theory and practice this book sets the standard in floral design. Topics covered include the principles and mechanics of flower arranging, basic flower anatomy, as well as arrangement styles for a variety of special occasions. Updated to reflect the latest concepts and practices, this new second edition will place users at the forefront of their field.

Customer Reviews:

class room help.......2007-07-03

I teach floral design and use this book in my classroom. It's great. The students like it and it is very helpful for them

The Art of Floral Design.......2007-03-09

Used this book for a college class I was taking. I found this book to very easy to understand and helpful in making floral designs. The illustrations pictured, captured exactly what was being taught. A great book for beginners.

Good learning tool.......2007-01-04

this was a required book for a class I took in floral design. The book covers most aspects of floral design from arranging to marketing. If you are looking to learn how to design arrange flowers this is a good reference book.

You can learn a lot if you don't fall asleep first........2006-09-17

I am currently enrolled in a floral design program using this book as text. Yes, it is a very imformative book, but Ms. Hunter goes into far to much detail and uses far to many words to get her point across. Maybe it's just me and I am a far more visually oriented person, but trying to learn floral design through the use of a text book so far is not my cup of tea...I think it's a good reference book but that's about it.

Excellent Textbook.......2006-08-29

I have referred to this textbook throughout the five years since I took my first floral design class. I am now a seasoned designer and sometimes refresh my memory by re-reading chapters. Well-written and illustrated.

Flowers A to Z With Donna Dewberry: More Than 50 Beautiful Blooms You Can Paint

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Painting Ease
My Favorite Donna Dewberry Book!
If ou are into this, get this one first.
donna dewberry flowers
A lot of information!

Flowers A to Z With Donna Dewberry: More Than 50 Beautiful Blooms You Can Paint
Donna S. Dewberry
Manufacturer: North Light Books
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Binding: Paperback

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Decorative Furniture With Donna Dewberry

ASIN: 1581804849

Book Description

Donna Dewberry is known for her innovative and easy-to-use one-stroke technique. With Flowers A to Z with Donna Dewberry, devoted fans and beginning painters alike will learn to create gorgeous garden flowers and wildflowers using the method she teaches on her popular PBS show. Taking the reader through every stage, this book teaches:

* Dewberry's basic one-stroke technique, using materials available at any craft store

* Tips on painting flower petals and leaves, vines, foliage and filler flowers

* How to create beautiful floral compositions in a wide range of stunning colors

In addition, readers receive over 50 exquisite flower painting projects complete with step-by-step photos and simple directions that provide dazzling results every time.

Customer Reviews:

Painting Ease.......2007-04-02

I enjoyed the instructions in this book. First, a detailed explanation of how to complete each type of stroke is given. Then, the book has detailed information on how to paint many different types of flowers and arrangements. And finally,(this is the best part) it goes on to explain how to create original arrangements depending on the surface space the painter has to work with. This book was well written and easy to follow

My Favorite Donna Dewberry Book!.......2007-03-31

This book is awesome! I have many of Donna's books but this is my favorite. I've been painting using the One Stroke method for about 5 months and I'm HOOKED! I've taken 13 classes with my local OSCI since then, which is the best way to improve your OS painting skills, but this book is a great compliment to those classes. Donna uses about 15 pages in the beginning of the book to go over materials, techniques and colors. Then she covers 50 flowers/blooms using 2 pages for each. The picture of her finished piece is a full page and of course very colorful. Then on the opposite page it lists the brushes and paints you'll need and a step by step guide on how to paint the flower(s). But it doesn't stop there. She uses 14 pages at the end to cover filler flowers and floral composition. Finally the last 2 pages are a gallery of floral project ideas. This is an invaluable resource! Enjoy!

If ou are into this, get this one first........2006-09-01

I checked out all her books and this one is the most complete. It shows most of what she paints on TV. Her other books cover mostly one type, this is packed.

I can't give you any more details because I didn't purchase this to learn her technique; I am a watercolorist and was looking to see if she had any interesting movements of the brush that I haven't seen yet.

donna dewberry flowers.......2005-09-14

Beautifully presented book and worth every penny.However, patience is needed by the bucket load and I suggest to have taken lessons before trying these lovely paintings.Once you know how the world is your oyster .

A lot of information!.......2005-07-19

This is my favorite One Stroke book thus far. However, I had already purchased her video "flowers for all seasons" and the "one stroke painting course" and "easy murals" books, so I had a feel for the basics. Her books tend to have some of the same information in each (which I find annoying), but "flowers A to Z" has a lot of variety, so you can learn a lot of techniques just by going through and trying the different flowers. I disagree with the reviewer who claimed the pictures are of poor quality...they look fine to me. Overall, I think this book is a good value.

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The Artful Ribbon: Beauties in Bloom
The Best Directions Ever!
The Best book on Ribbonwork!
Absolute "Eye Candy" for the "Ribbonaholic"
Beautiful & Inspiring

The Artful Ribbon: Beauties in Bloom
Candace Kling
Manufacturer: C&T Publishing
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1571200207

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When viewing the magnificent floral forms that Candace Kling creates, it's sometimes hard to believe that they are actually pleated, gathered, ruched, and twisted ribbons--not the real thing. Her gorgeous ribbon flowers appear to be extremely intricate and complicated, but her extensive directions and diagrams take the mystery out of recreating everything from roses to pansies to poppies to daffodils. After nearly two decades of researching antique ribbon work, her knowledge of vintage pieces is evident in much of her work and in her finely tuned sense of color. The many photos of vintage ribbon-work flowers, not to mention those of her own artistry, are themselves worth the price of the book.

Customer Reviews:

The Artful Ribbon: Beauties in Bloom.......2007-07-17

This book is right up there in the embroidery range of books. As a teacher of embroidery I find the ideas and the instructions are the best.
Have been using The Artful Ribbon since it was first available in Australia and this copy (second hand) was for one of my students. The quality, price and speed of delivery was excellent. Thank you.

The Best Directions Ever!.......2006-09-02

I've seen most of the ribbon flower books that there are--and this is pretty much the best. It has instructions that are clear and very easy to follow and there are so many different ideas for you to use. Not just a couple of projects--so many for you to combine. I have taken this book out of the library so many times that I wanted to keep it. Then I remembered I could buy it online!!!

In comparison to the other books available, it has more projects and I think the directions are easier.

If you love ribbon flowers (I make them as accessories in a business partnership) you will absolutely love this book!

The Best book on Ribbonwork!.......2005-09-22

This is the best book on ribbonwork. It incorporates many beautiful pictures of vintage and some contemporary work. The entire book is instructional (no silly projects to fill the pages!!!). The instructions are excellent and this is as close to a "beginners" introduction to the subject as I have been able to find. At first I was disappointed that there were very few photographs of instructions. Often the instructions use drawings and often drawings are the only examples of the completed piece. But, what I have come to love is the lack of pictures for instruction. This book achieves something many art/craft books fail to. It requires you to practice, to use a variety materials and to create your own color combinations. It makes the "copying" of another's work no concern, because basically, you cannot. The subject is so well covered you will have an understanding of it: from foliage, to flowers, to stabilizing your work for wear on clothing, hats, and pins, to stems and buds, to flat and dimensional, to texture and how to preserve your work, etc. I haven't found a better book and I do not expect to. I thank the author for covering subjects like the movement, or "dance," of the work and for challenging me with the drawings - to try it and then see how it looks. Last but not least, the author introduces a great way to figure how much ribbon you will need to make any project using any ribbon width! So you can make ANY size flower you want. Ms. Kling makes your journey an unexpectedly easy fall - into a creative medium more satisfying than anything I've dabbled in besides beads - which one can incorporate too, of course.

Absolute "Eye Candy" for the "Ribbonaholic".......2005-08-07

This book has got to be one of the best and most comprehensive books out there on ribbonwork. It not only showcases the antique items where the colors have faded to perfect glory, but also incorporates the new and runs the gamut from embroidering with silk ribbon to forming flowers and bows of the ribbons.

This book is a wealth of inspiration and a source of continual referral for most any project using ribbon and will keep it's prominent place on my bookshelf!

Beautiful & Inspiring.......2004-01-02

This book makes you want to try ribbon embroidery! The varieties of applications are well illustrated. Loved just looking at this book! Really improved my roses...

Plants: 2,400 Copyright-Free Illustrations of Flowers, Trees, Fruits and Vegetables (Dover Pictorial Archive Series)

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Great Book!

Plants: 2,400 Copyright-Free Illustrations of Flowers, Trees, Fruits and Vegetables (Dover Pictorial Archive Series)

Manufacturer: Dover Publications
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Binding: Paperback

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Plants and Flowers: 1761 Illustrations for Artists and Designers (Dover Pictorial Archive Series)

ASIN: 0486402649

Book Description

Hundreds of plant species — from lilies, lichens, and palms to mushrooms, mosses, and maples — supplemented by appendices on edible plants, medicinal herbs, and plants used in decoration and in graphic design. Indispensable source of inspiration and royalty-free graphics for designers and artists; a captivating compendium for botanists, gardeners, and collectors of old engravings.

Customer Reviews:

Great Book!.......2006-03-13

This is a terrific book. I purchased it with the companion book on Animals. It is a "must have" for anyone interested in art, biology, or just a good coffee table book. It will keep youngsters quiet for hours with the facinating illustrations. Very high quality. You just can't beat the price either. I highly recommend it. You, too, can be botanically correct!

Decorative Flower and Leaf Designs (Dover Design Library)

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Not much to look at
Useful if...
Just as I thought it would be...
Dover does it again
Interesting starting point for floral graphics

Decorative Flower and Leaf Designs (Dover Design Library)
Richard Hofmann
Manufacturer: Dover Publications
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Binding: Paperback

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Paisleys and Other Textile Designs from India (Dover Pictorial Archive Series)
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ASIN: 0486268691

Book Description

Attractive selection of illustrations, reprinted from rare late-19th-century German collection of designs for surface decoration, textiles, other uses. Includes 124 stylized representations of lush blossoms, tropical fruits and graceful foliage. Inspirational, royalty-free, low-cost sourcebook for artists and craftworkers.

Customer Reviews:

Not much to look at.......2007-09-13

I found that that designd in the book were all very similiar and not much in the way of sparking any creativity. Don't bother with this one since there are much better ones out there. Go with "4000 Flower and Plant Motifs"

Useful if..........2007-07-24

This book has a lot of designs of more or less the same style (like that you see on the cover.) If you're into leather tooling, embroidery, or rugmaking, you might like this book, as that's what these images remind me of. The book does mention that they're all from the same antique source, so while there are a lot of very nice designs, there isn't a lot of variety. If the style of the images on the book's cover don't appeal to you, then I wouldn't recommend buying this book, because that's the one and only style of image this book contains.

Just as I thought it would be..........2007-05-11

I am a freelance artist and was looking for a good source of stylized florals/paisleys for some drawings that I wanted to do...this book fits the bill perfectly! The designs are full of detail and the book carries enough variety to supply my needs for a very long time.
With the added use of my own imagination, I can see myself happily referring to it for when ever my needs cross over into this type of theme. The only way to make it better would be to make it hold even more than it already does...
Well done!

Dover does it again.......2006-11-05

Another excellent book from Dover. Unlike many design books, this book has many variations on stylized flower designs.

Interesting starting point for floral graphics.......2001-07-31

The graphics are crisp and very reproduceable. The majority of the flowers are a little dated, but easily altered. There is a wide variety of different motiffs from traditional colonial to Indian in orientation.

Brushstroke Handbook: The Ultimate Guide to Decorative Painting Brushstrokes

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An Excellent Reference Book
The Brushstroke Handbook: the ultimate guide to decorative painting brushstrokes
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO DECORATIVE PAINTING BRUSHSTROKES
Great Book, Informative
An outstanding presentation indeed

Brushstroke Handbook: The Ultimate Guide to Decorative Painting Brushstrokes
Maureen McNaughton
Manufacturer: North Light Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Spiral-bound

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ASIN: 1581807821

Book Description

Beautiful brushstrokes step by step!

This is the one! The Brushstroke Handbook is your complete reference for mastering more than 50 fabulous strokes. Inside you'll find visual, step-by-step instruction divided into two sections that detail techniques for working with both round and flat brushes in acrylics. The lay-flat spiral binding makes it easy to quickly flip through and find the stroke you want, featuring a range of comma strokes, pressure strokes, fan strokes, teardrop strokes, scroll strokes and much more.

From the very basics of supplies and techniques to more in-depth guidance for creating unique compositions, this guide offers everything you need to build confidence, have fun and paint successfully--whether you're a beginner or a more experienced decorative painter. This comprehensive guide includes:

• Quick-reference photos for finding the right stroke, fast
• Step-by-step stroke instructions that actually build a little painting with every lesson
• Easy-to-follow worksheets for combining strokes to make complete flowers, birds, butterflies, lace, ribbons and more
• 20 fresh and pretty borders painted with round and flat brushes
• Two sections highlighting common mistakes and how to fix them

Plus, this guide offers a bonus section that shows you how to create six gorgeous compositions that feature today's most popular colors and stroke styles. It's all here! The Brushstroke Handbook gives you everything you need to master every stroke and explore a range of decorative painting possibilities. It's the one reference you'll want to have handy for virtually every project.

Customer Reviews:

An Excellent Reference Book.......2007-01-18

This book has more information on brushstrokes and liner details than the last four acrylic painting books I've read put together.

The Brushstroke Handbook: the ultimate guide to decorative painting brushstrokes.......2007-01-04

This beautifully illustrated book covers the basics such as materials and brush loading etc (Maureen paints with two colours on the brush). She covers round and flat brushes and shows the brushstrokes in detail and how they can be used. There is a section showing some common mistakes and how to avoid these, as well as sections on borders and floral compositions (with patterns). I liked the clear text, illustrations and the spiral binding of the book which allowed it to lay flat while working through the "lessons". The book is a good guide for those with some painting experience and is an excellent reference book.

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO DECORATIVE PAINTING BRUSHSTROKES.......2006-08-31

I have not done tole painting in a long time, I find that this book is going to help me review and practice all of the strokes that I will need to start tole painting again.

The book is very well illistrated and instructions are very clear.

Great Book, Informative.......2006-07-03

I already do one stroke painting and found this book a great addition to what I already know. For the beginner who's never done Decorative painting, a few hands on classes and this book and you're good to go. For the artist who's already familiar with painting and strokes (although this book teaches you strokes) it's a wonderful addition full of ideas and techniques.

An outstanding presentation indeed.......2006-05-22

Painters who want a quick, photo-filled guide to brush strokes and their results will want to keep THE BRUSHSTROKE HANDBOOK: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO DECORATIVE PAINTING WITH BRUSHSTROKES close at hand. It covers different strokes, effects, placement of colors, rounds on brushes, and combinations which provide special results. Step-by-step directions tell how to recreate the clear color examples. An outstanding presentation indeed.

Diane C. Donovan, Editor
California Bookwatch

Lavender: Practical Inspirations for Natural Gifts, Country Crafts and Decorative Displays

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luscious lavender for the eye and much more

Lavender: Practical Inspirations for Natural Gifts, Country Crafts and Decorative Displays
Tessa Evelegh
Manufacturer: Lorenz Books
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0754809285

Book Description

This beautifully photographed book explores the many aspects of this unique herb and celebrates it in crafts, gifts, and decorations.

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luscious lavender for the eye and much more.......2000-08-04

I just saw this book while visiting a B&B on a lavender farm and came right home to try to find a copy to buy - i just had to have it! The photographs of commercial lavender fields in bloom are unbelievably gorgeous and make you want to take the next plane to Provence or Norfolk. The history is fascinating and also beautifully illustrated with pictures and quotations. The crafts are lovely and the recipes tempting. This book is a treat for the gardener, cook, craftsperson, traveller, historian and many others as well.

Painting Fabulous Flowers With Donna Dewberry

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Painting Fabulous Flowers - Donna Dewberry

Painting Fabulous Flowers With Donna Dewberry
Donna S. Dewberry
Manufacturer: North Light Books
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1581808577

Book Description

50 all-new flowers from best-selling decorative painting author Donna Dewberry

Includes projects for all skill levels, from beginners looking for an introduction to advanced painters seeking more intricate designs

Features an expanded range of subject matter, including a section on flowering trees and shrubs

Decorative painting queen Donna Dewberry delivers more of the same great ideas all of her books so successful. Her latest book on painting flowers delivers 50 all-new flower designes and includes all-new sections on creating backgrounds with bold new colors, faux finishes and textures.

Customer Reviews:

Painting Fabulous Flowers - Donna Dewberry.......2007-10-02

This is an excellent book for beginners and experienced decorative painters. Donna Dewberry always has clear instructions and wonderful ideas.

Painting Garden Decor With Donna Dewberry (Decorative Painting)

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Garden Decor Rocks
Same stuff

Painting Garden Decor With Donna Dewberry (Decorative Painting)
Donna S. Dewberry
Manufacturer: North Light Books
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ASIN: 1581801440

Book Description

Renowned decorative painter Donna Dewberry shows readers how to transform a variety of deck, porch and patio furnishings into truly lovely garden décor.

She provides guidelines for materials, surface preparation and basic painting techniques, then puts it all together in 15 easy-to-master, step-by-step projects that incorporate Donna's popular One Stroke method of painting. Projects include: • Painted flowerpots, birdbaths and a garden gate • Stepping stones and garden ornaments • Garden benches, a mailbox cutout and a painted trash can • A gazing ball and watering can

Donna also encourages readers to tap into their creative imaginations, stretch their artistic abilities and paint original creations all their own!

Customer Reviews:

Garden Decor Rocks.......2004-10-01

This book really showed me how to use decorative painting on tht outside of my home. I loved the the patterns in the book that can be enlargened for those who are afraid to "Free Hand" paint. One of the best parts is showing how to take "essential" items such as trash cans, fences, and clay pots and turn them into works of art. It also contains an excellent step by step of painting a realist bunny. I was amazed on how easily it was accomplished.

Same stuff.......2004-03-24

Just another Donna Dewberry book with the same designs painted on different surfaces. I was very disappointed that there was nothing new offered in this book.

Folklore and Symbolism of Flowers, Plants and Trees (Dover Pictorial Archive Series)

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a very useful book!
Folklore Galore! (for flowers, plants & trees)

Folklore and Symbolism of Flowers, Plants and Trees (Dover Pictorial Archive Series)
Ernst Lehner , and Johanna Lehner
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ASIN: 0486429784

Book Description

Comprehensive archive by two of the world's foremost collectors of pictorial symbols. Their pictures, rendered from rare illustrations, extend from ancient Chinese lotus buds to a basket of flowers in a 19th-century Valentine silhouette. Includes the symbolic meaning of every known species — from absinth to zinnia. Over 200 black-and-white designs and illustrations.

Customer Reviews:

a very useful book!.......2005-11-30

My concentration for my major is ethnobotany, and this is a definite must-have addition to my collection! THe illustrations are wonderful! Each section done has at least one illustration and a good paragraph explaining its origins. I particularly enjoy the seasons section, as well as the chinese flower calendar and the japanese flower calendar. There is also a shortened "sentiments and symbolism" in the back, similar to a glossary, with basic meanings of every plant in the book. It is organized well, and very informative.

Folklore Galore! (for flowers, plants & trees).......2003-03-29

Obviously much time and effort went into researching this book, Folklore and Symbolism of Flowers, Plants and Trees. Excellent line drawings and b/w illustrations used appropriately. Includes European and Asian sources of information and illustrations. Quotes and all illustrations are excerpted from early printed sources - some dating back to 13th century.

Great layout design of text and illustrations. Text is concise yet informative on specific topics. An easy-to-use book!

*Table of Contents:

1) Sacred plants (including trees of life & knowledge) and specific plants;

2) Flower lore and legend (alphabetized by common flower & tree names)

3) Strange and wondrous plants (ex: Apple of Sodom, Ice plant, and Tree of Sorrow)

4) Flower Calendar - seasons, flowers of the month, both Chinese & Japanese flower calendars

5) Language of Flowers - Sentiments and symbolism

A good general background source book for those interested in folklore or historical "roots" of common and less common plants meanings. A basic source book for all who enjoy nature hikes and telling stories about plants along the way. Not only do readers learn more about their ancestors' views and beliefs of specific plants but also a new way of seeing the natural world around us.

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