| Secrets of Rusty Things: Transforming Found Objects into Art | 
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Sales Rank: 22875
Category: Book
Author: Michael De Meng
Publisher: North Light Books
Studio: North Light Books
Manufacturer: North Light Books
Label: North Light Books
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Unknown), English (Published)
Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 128
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2
Dimensions (in): 10 x 8.5 x 0.6
ISBN: 158180928X
Dewey Decimal Number: 745.5
EAN: 9781581809282
ASIN: 158180928X
Publication Date: May 30, 2007
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Book Description
*Combines two popular topics--assemblage and found objects *Pairs gorgeous photography with a creative design to help it jump off shelves *Features an artistic style that's proven popular with countless magazine readers and workshop students Secrets of Rusty Things takes readers behind the scenes to show them each step in the assemblage art process. It covers everything from gathering found-object materials to putting them together in a way that tells a meaningful story--all presented in the author's warm and humorous writing style. This book provides the perfect challenge for collage enthusiasts or anyone looking for a new way to express his or her creativity!
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 Not what i hoped July 18, 2008
I thought this was an instruction book - it's a "how I created great art" book - I was very disappointed
 I'll never look at a rusty nail the same way again June 2, 2008
For those of you creating found art for the first time and those who have been creating for years ... this is the book for you. Makes you want to visit junk yards and comb thru the muck just to find that special, odd piece that brings your art to life. Love his stories and humor. Will flip through the pages of this book for years to come.
A Beautiful book of Wonderful, Inspiring Work May 8, 2008
I LOVE this book, it is filled with so many beautiful images that it has inspired me in many, many ways. The stories behind the pieces remind us to look deeper into the art around us and listen to their stories. I was surprised so many people were disappointed it was not a step by step book, art should inspire you to create, not copy. If you don't get inspired by this book, consider seeing a doctor :)
Secrets of Rusty Things Review March 31, 2008
I bought this book along with another book on assemblage art. I found this book not just inormative about the subject but it was a good read as well because of the artists creative process. I was so interested in the artist's work that I went to his website and signed up for an art retreat he will be teaching at.
REFRESHING March 23, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
To say this is not a "How To" book is ridiculous. If that's what one is looking for (a step by step holding your hand venue), then one needs to go to a craft store. Michael de Mange's book is about creating ART !
You can't sit down and just read it once. It's like a fine glass of wine - you need to savor and "drink in" every page over and over. Then, and only then, will you understand how to create a piece of ART and not just CRAFT an item.
As for the safety of using products, that's up to each individual to read the labels. If you can't read directions, then you shouldn't be using the product !
In my own opinion, I don't think he meant to write a "How To" book. Instead, he let us peek into his fabulous mind and provided the opportunity to see how he creates his art. I'm an artist, not a craftsman. I want to create something from my own mind and I found this book to be a springboard of inspiration and recommend it to all artists.
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