Geninne's Art

A personal field guide to how the popular Santa Fe artist finds her inspiration and creates her charming paintings and collages of birds and nature. Brimming with inspiring examples of the artist's work, this beautiful book takes you inside Geninne's studio for an in-depth look at how she creates. You will discover, step by step, how this devoted artist spends time photographing nature, selecting her materials, and developing her personal imagery. Explore:- How her studio is set up, how she works, and what materials and tools she uses- How she captures nature with both a camera and phone for reference- Her artistic process through the step-by-step creation of 5 watercolor paintings, 5 collages, and 5 ink drawings, with notes on each medium and techniqueAs a special bonus, the book includes 32 pages of collage papers, painted and selected by Geninne, for you to use as you explore and develop your own artistic voice. Vibrant, detailed, and richly imaginative, Geninne's interpretation of the birds she has observed so closely will inspire you to use the natural world as fodder for your paintings, drawings, and collages. "e;Lovely . . . If you're a playful artist avid about collage or ink drawing, you might be smitten."e; Arts & Activities