Creative Alcohol Inks by Ashley Mahlberg

Creative Alcohol Inks by Ashley Mahlberg ISBN-13: 9781631597916 Paperback: 144 pages Publisher: Quarry Books Released: January 21st 2020

Source: ebook review copy from the publisher through NetGalley.

Book Description, Modified from Goodreads:
In Creative Alcohol Inks, artist and Instagrammer Ashley Mahlberg of @inkreel shares step-by-step techniques for creating spontaneous, organic effects with this vibrant transparent medium. Get an overview of essential materials, substrates, and finishes. Explore techniques for applying alcohol inks, such as pouring, creating texture, lifting, masking, adding embellishments, and more. Learn helpful troubleshooting tips and tricks. Use what you’ve learned to create one-of-a-kindartworks and stylish projects. Perfect for creative beginners.


My Review:
Creative Alcohol Inks explains how to use alcohol inks to create abstract art. The author started by talking about supplies and how to safely use alcohol inks. She then talked in some detail about various techniques for applying and moving the ink. She also talked about how to choose good color combinations, create a composition, and find inspiration. She then explained how to protect the artwork so that it withstands light and handling (as several of the projects are crafts that are intended to be used--a coaster, picture frames, a ornament, greeting cards). She finished with 12 step-by-step projects that used the techniques that were earlier explained. Overall, I'd recommend this book to beginners interested in using alcohol ink to create abstract art.


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