Education and Instruction

Mark David Gottsegen, chairman of the ASTM committee on Artist's Materials is the author of this amazing painter’s reference. More than just another guide to artist's materials, The Painter’s Handbook offers information on all materials from the canvas up, with an emphasis on the most current data on health hazards and safety procedures. The final section examines the different means for preserving works of art including varnishing and other surface protection, matting, and framing, storing, and crating. Author — Mark David Gottsegen. Paperback. 352 pages. 7" × 10" (18 cm × 25 cm).

Some believe that Rembrandt’s famous series of self-portraits best demonstrate his genius as one of the greatest portraitists of all time. Painted over the course of his life, they reveal nothing less than Rembrandt himself. Other paintings shown in this film are group portraits, landscapes, and religious work. Many of these images were produced as etchings, confirming Rembrandt’s mastery of the line drawing as well as conveying the drama of great Biblical events.

This is the only "green guide" devoted exclusively to artists who want to use non-toxic materials, learn safe studio practices, and create eco-conscious art. Karen Michel inspires artists to make better choices within their work and studios — and then shows them how. Green Guide for Artists is divided into four sections. The first section offers safe and green practices for the workspace. The second section contains recipes for Do-it-Yourself art supplies such as non-toxic paints and adhesives, and handmade paper made from recycled paper. The third section of the book shares a fresh look at using recycled materials through creative step-by-step projects and a gallery section. The final section contains a resource guide for eco-friendly materials and supplies, including websites and forum links. Karen Michel is a mixed media artist. She lives in New York, where she runs a 10-year-old non-profit art center for children, the Creative Art Space for Kids Foundation, with her artist husband Carlo Thertus. Along with sharing her love for the arts with children, she also teaches adult workshops to beginning and established artists. Her books, paintings, and collages have been exhibited internationally and published in numerous books and magazines. Author — Karen Michel. Paperback. 128 pages. 8½" × 9" (22 cm × 23 cm) .