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Techniques and projects for using a gel plate--inexpensive and simple--to elevate collage, art journaling, and mixed-media works. Gel plate printing, an accessible but often-overlooked tool, gives artists of any level a way to add exceptional qualities to their work. Here, mixed-media lovers learn over 25 techniques for enhancing their work. . McClendon is a popular mixed-media instructor and stencil/stamp designer, with art in museum collections including the Smithsonian and MoMA . The inside back cover's pocket contains two bonus mylar stencils designed exclusively for the book by McClendon . Over 25 techniques to combine, such as “Mark Rothko Style,” Glazing and Vintage Photo Silvering, Eco-staining, and Intuitive Collage . Video links are provided for the techniques . Throughout, McClendon's unique ""ArtMythos Inspirations"" sections help your printing express your inner world, using guiding questions and reflection points AUTHOR: Robyn McClendon has trained artists and creative professionals for over three decades, and her art has been exhibited at the Smithsonian and the Corcoran Gallery and is in the permanent collection of MoMA. She has designed for Essence Communications, IKEA, Target, and UNICEF and is a brand ambassador at Gelli Arts. In her popular online courses, channels, and workshops, she collaborates with brands and artists such as Arteza, Tim Holtz, Patti Tolley Parish, and Seth Apter. She lives in Phoenix, Arizona. www.robynmcclendon.com | @rarebirds | Pinterest: Robyn McClendon | YouTube: Robyn McClendon SELLING POINTS: . More than 20 techniques for mixed-media makers to expand their work's creativity, from acclaimed teacher Robyn McClendon . Dozens of professional-quality example artworks by McClendon serve as sparks of pure enjoyment for makers . Contains two bonus mylar stencils, designed exclusively for the book by McClendon 2 mylar stencils & over 350 colour images

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Robyn McClendon is a mixed-media artist and business coach. She has trained artists and creative professionals for over three decades, and her work has been exhibited widely, including at the Smithsonian and the Corcoran Gallery. Her works are in the permanent collection of MoMA (the Museum of Modern Art).  Her design work has won notable commissions. She has designed for Essence Communications, IKEA, Target, and UNICEF. In her popular online courses, channels, and workshops, she collaborates with brands and artists such as Arteza, Tim Holtz, Patti Tolley Parrish, and Seth Apter. Her innovations in gel plate printing led to her current position as a brand ambassador at Gelli Arts. As a mixed-media artist, McClendon is guided by her ArtMythos philosophy, which centers on telling your stories visually. As a Reiki master trained in the Usui Shiki Ryoho method, she leads artists and creatives to move and unblock creative energy, helping them focus and organically find their visual language.

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