{"title":"Michelle Parascandolo","description":"\u003cp\u003eMichelle Parascandolo’s work offers a captivating exploration of the delicate interplay between nature and design. With titles like \u003cem\u003eFrom Petal to Pattern\u003c\/em\u003e, readers can immerse themselves in the artistry of transforming organic forms into intricate patterns, revealing the underlying beauty of the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer books invite art and culture enthusiasts to appreciate the meticulous craft behind pattern-making, blending creativity with an insightful look at botanical inspiration. For those fascinated by the creative process, Parascandolo’s collections are a thoughtful journey through visual storytelling and design innovation.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"from-petal-to-pattern-by-michelle-parascandolo-9780711276321","title":"From Petal to Pattern","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind beauty and happiness in nature and create beautiful drawings and prints with this stunning guide to the mindful art of drawing floral patterns. Drawing can be a powerful tool to combat anxiety, stress and depression. In \u003cem\u003eFrom Petal to Pattern\u003c\/em\u003e, New York-based pattern designer and illustrator Michelle Parascandolo teaches us how the act of drawing repeated floral shapes can connect us to nature, reminding us to look around ourselves and notice the world which surrounds us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith step-by-step guides to 20 intricate patterns for us to recreate at home, this gifty how-to book helps us explore the meditative practice of drawing through the creation of repeating flower patterns. From bouquets to blocks of densely-packed flowers, the botanical patterns in this book cover all styles, from folk art to tropical, and also offers tips for creating your own original designs. With mindful affirmations as well as flower facts and lore, this book combines creative self-expression with art-therapy principles and an appreciation of the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAccessible for all artistic abilities, from total beginners to experienced artists, this book teaches us how to make these colourful and bright designs into attractive prints, so you can apply them to materials of your choosing to fill your home with beautiful blossoms!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47424180060396,"sku":"9780711276321","price":36.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780711276321.jpg?v=1774769000"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/michelle-parascandolo.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}