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How to Start An Altered Book Art Journal

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Overview

Take a discarded or a used book and transform it into a one of a kind sketchbook for your artwork.

You will learn:

  • What to look for in a book
  • Where to find a book if you don't have one already
  • How to prepare the book
  • How to prepare the pages

You will also see a few examples of completed pages for inspiration.

Supplies you will need:

  • Used book
  • Clear, white or black gesso (dickblick.com is one of my favorite art supply stores)
  • Discarded plastic gift or hotel key card
  • Water
  • Paper towel

Syllabus

  • Intro
  • What To Look For In A Book
  • Where To Find A Book
  • Preparing The Book
  • Preparing The Pages
  • Class Project

Taught by

Grace Mendez

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