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OverviewTrompe l'oeil paint effects are among the most stunning and effective decorative treatments for walls, furniture and objects. The daunting idea of creating such breathtaking effects however, can be easy with the wealth of simple techniques and ideas provided here. Decorative artist Mary MacCarthy explains the necessary stenciling techniques: tracing and cutting stencilsusing templatesmixing paints and making glazes and varnishespainting with stencilsusing different brushstrokes to create shading and perspectivecreating the basic shapes of vases, plates and panels. Through a series of 20 projects, she shows how easy it is to create extraordinary visual effects by using templates and repeating patterns and motifs, rather than trying to paint freehand. Faux finishes are equally simple to create and the combinations of stonework or woodgrain with stenciled motifs are stunning. Using ragging, dragging, stippling, and more, Mary MacCarthy progresses from simple mural painting to wood marquetry. There are step-by-step instructions and photographs for a Delft tile backsplash, an Etruscan firescreen, a bamboo-effect sidetable; a marbled fireplace, chinoiserie plates, an alphabet block headboard, a scagliola work inlaid tabletop, Dado panels, and a picket-fence frieze that would be perfect for a hall or sunroom. Template designs are provided and all the projects are accompanied by illustrative photography, comprehensive step-by-step instructions, hints and style idea sidebars and material lists. Simple Trompe L'Oeil is as easy to use as it is beautiful and inspiring. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Mary MacCarthyPublisher: Firefly Books Imprint: Firefly Books Dimensions: Width: 21.70cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 28.40cm Weight: 0.785kg ISBN: 9781552096369ISBN 10: 155209636 Pages: 128 Publication Date: 01 September 2001 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Undefined Publisher's Status: Unknown Availability: Awaiting stock Table of ContentsReviewsDetailed instructions and plentiful photography to help you through the process, as well as templates for the stencil she uses. -- Annette McLeod Toronto Sun (05/09/2002) Detailed instructions and plentiful photography to help you through the process, as well as templates for the stencil she uses.--Annette McLeod Toronto Sun (05/09/2002) Author InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |