{"title":"Shelley Rhodes","description":"\u003cp\u003eStep into the creative world of \u003cem\u003eShelley Rhodes\u003c\/em\u003e, an esteemed author whose works bridge the intriguing realms of art and culture. With her insightful books, such as \u003cem\u003eFragmentation and Repair\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eSketchbook Explorations\u003c\/em\u003e, Shelley Rhodes invites readers to explore the nuanced practices of craft and design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShelley Rhodes’ books are perfect for those with a passion for artistic exploration and cultural appreciation. In \u003cem\u003eFragmentation and Repair\u003c\/em\u003e, she delves into the art of mending and transforming materials, offering both philosophical reflections and practical techniques. With \u003cem\u003eSketchbook Explorations\u003c\/em\u003e, Shelley expands on the creative process, encouraging readers to embrace their own artistic journeys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are an aspiring artist, a seasoned crafter, or someone who simply appreciates the profound impact of art on culture, Shelley Rhodes' books provide invaluable insights and inspiration. Explore this collection to enhance your knowledge and appreciation of the vibrant world of arts and culture.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sketchbook-explorations-by-shelley-rhodes-9781849944809","title":"Sketchbook Explorations","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA practical and inspirational guide to help embroiderers and textile artists make the most of sketchbooks to inform their creative work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist's sketchbook offers an exciting platform to explore a host of mixed media techniques. Using a combination of paper, textiles, found objects, pencil, ink, and paint, Shelley Rhodes shows how a sketchbook can act as an illustrated diary, a visual catalogue of a journey or experience, or as a starting point for more developed work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether out on location or in the studio, Rhodes explores every stage of the creative process, from initial inspiration to overcoming the fear of a blank page, manipulating paper and images, and incorporating 'found' objects to build a sketchbook that is both beautiful and inspiring. \u003cem\u003eSketchbook Explorations\u003c\/em\u003e is the ideal companion for everyone from the beginner to the more experienced artist looking for exciting techniques to expand their repertoire in mixed media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book explores:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWhy work in sketchbooks? The importance and joy of working in a sketchbook.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWays of recording and investigating ideas that inspire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTechniques in mixed media from found objects and layers to three-dimensional sketching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCreating on location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUsing electronic devices to develop ideas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47023319253228,"sku":"9781849944809","price":46.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/18089753482846.jpg?v=1763764779"},{"product_id":"fragmentation-and-repair-by-shelley-rhodes-9781849946100","title":"Fragmentation and Repair","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore two essential textile-art concepts with leading artist Shelley Rhodes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFragmentation and Repair\u003c\/em\u003e are two of the biggest buzzwords in textile and mixed-media art. In this fascinating and beautiful book, renowned textile artist Shelley Rhodes delves into both concepts, offering a wealth of fresh ideas, practical advice, and inspiring examples from her work and from embroiderers around the world, including Debbie Lyddon and Alice Fox.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFragmentation lies at the heart of Shelley's work. She deconstructs and reassembles cloth, paper, and objects to create new pieces, incorporating found objects and materials collected over the years to add a personal note. She covers using salvaged and recycled materials, repurposing household items, and methods of distressing and manipulating surfaces by burning, piercing, rust-dyeing, and even composting. Shelley also demonstrates how larger pieces of work can be cut up, with components worked on individually to form a series of smaller works with strong visual impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpecial attention is given to darning and patching, traditionally seen simply as ways to prolong the life of garments but now appreciated as meaningful and decorative techniques in their own right. Shelley also investigates the Japanese concepts of wabi-sabi (finding beauty in imperfection) and mottainai (using every last scrap), both of which constantly inform her work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautifully illustrated book is the ideal companion for any textile artist wanting to bring notions of fragility, fragmentation, and repair into their work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47076722704620,"sku":"9781849946100","price":45.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/18102663482846.jpg?v=1765213329"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/shelley-rhodes.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}