The second, and quite possibly the one I'm most excited about was a bit of a shot in the dark for me, but it's on Mixed Media Mosaics by Laurie Mika. I've long admired collage and assemblege work but have never, as yet, had a go at doing it for myself. Whilst I really think I'm beginning to master the art of photoshop, I would also welcome time away from the computer, but finding a craft I can attempt with arthritic hands has proved something of a dilemma for me. It's quite frustrating at times finding yourself unable to do things when you're hands decide to give up the ghost, which mine do on occasion. Having a stab at mixed media mosaics however seems, at this point, somewhat 'do-able,' and I can always revert back to the computer when things start getting really difficult. I may even be able to incorporate the two skills (who am I kidding, I've a lot to learn yet!) together to eventually produce something unique to me.
I can't begin to explain how much Laurie's book has left me bubbling over with enthusiasm to try something new. I've a birthday coming up in a couple of weeks time so will hopefully be able to ask for a few things I'll be able to use in order to get started. Can't wait!
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