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Summary: not for anyone interested in lampworking
Review: Although the sections on fusing and painting glass are extensive, the lampworking section is very rudimentary. Those interested in this topic would better be served by looking at the excellent Cindy Jenkins book 'Making Glass Beads'.
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Summary: Encouraging start up
Review: I bought this book based on reviews from this page. I agree that the projects are beautiful and the artist very talented. The book is not really a "how to" in my opinion as it gives very sketchy technical information on all three glass techniques. I would not feel comfortable investing in an expensive kiln and supplies or attempting these projects without reading a far more thorough treatment of the subject first. It is very inspirational to look at: pretty but shallow.
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Summary: Truly Inspiring Projects
Review: I was interested in learning more about fusing and slumping and this book meet all of my expectations and then some. It has 32 beautiful projects, and I can honestly say that I felt the itch to make about 90% of them. If you have been looking for an excuse to buy a kiln, then get this book. I was so inspired by her projects that I placed my order the day after the book arrived. I agree with the other reviewers that the section on Lampwork was very limited. From the table of contents there are 48 pages / 12 projects on Fusing, 67 pages / 17 projects on Painting, and 10 pages / 3 projects on Lampwork.
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Summary: This book is a must have for fusers.
Review: Inspirational projects that are way above the standard Boring Beginner Projects of most introductory books. Excellent beginner/intermediate information on fusing and even better on painting... good instructions... But don't buy this book if you're looking for lampwork info, that section is as weak as the others are strong.
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Summary: Great intro to all there is in the glass world
Review: There's so much to do with glass, it's hard to know where to start. If you are interested in glass, but want to know more about the various aspects of what you can do with glass, this is a very good place to start. There are many examples of projects for fused glass, stained glass, lampwork, painting, etc. None of them are total in-depth, but this is a good cross-type of intro. I enjoyed it and got many inspired ideas from this book. I enjoy, especially, fused glass and this was a good basic review.
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Summary: Great intro to all there is in the glass world
Review: There's so much to do with glass, it's hard to know where to start. If you are interested in glass, but want to know more about the various aspects of what you can do with glass, this is a very good place to start. There are many examples of projects for fused glass, stained glass, lampwork, painting, etc. None of them are total in-depth, but this is a good cross-type of intro. I enjoyed it and got many inspired ideas from this book. I enjoy, especially, fused glass and this was a good basic review.
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Summary: Inspriational artwork, Easy to follow
Review: This is one of the coolest books I have ever found. It is fantastic tool for learning to fuse & paint glass. The projects are truly spectacular & step-by-step instructions along with full color photos make it easy enough for anyone to follow. The first section features 12 fusing projects. Some include a plate, necklace, bowls, & a modern wall hanging. The next section includes 17 glass painting projects, some are used to adorn the previously made projects. You learn decal printing & stippling techniques as well as how to work with clear adhesive film & liquid resist. Application of precious metals, crystal ice, paints & lusters is also covered. The lampwork section is short including instruction for a planter ornament & a reshaped wine goblet. Both projects are simple, but produce stunning results. My only wish was for a list of suppliers.
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Summary: Encouraging start up
Review: With no experience in glass work, this book is very encouraging for the beginner. Exercises are simple and clear to understand.
But I find the content of the projects very kitch, especially the finished works in the painting on glass section. I would have preferred if the creative quality be of far greater substance.
I am comming from an art/design profession, so the designs are not inspiring to me at all. Its approach may be too sunday hobbiest for practicing artists/designers.
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