Silk Painting: A guide to techniques and materials

Inspired by bright colours and unusual patterns of the desert landscape and Aboriginal art, as well as the geometry of cityscapes, here is style of silk painting that can be enjoyed by everyone.

Silk Painting is a compreshensive guide to the art of silk painting, for both the beginner and experienced artist. the book covers materials (from types of silks to paintbrushes); preparation; applying gutta, paint and fixatives; and instructions for finishing off the works.

Colour photographs and step-by-step text instructions explain a wide variety of techniques and special effects, including the French serti method, wet and dry paint interactions, marbling and 'mop-ups'. Patterns for several Australian designs are a special feature.