An Introduction To Mixed Media Paperback – 1 Jan. 1995

A slim book at 74 pages and now technically out-of-date as it was first published by Dorling Kindersley over 20 years ago. However, materials and methods have probably not changed or changed only minimally in the years passed since original publication. "An Introduction To Mixed Media by Michael Wright" is as described with the possible omission of the word 'Brief' from its title. A companion volume, 'An Introduction to Art Techniques' also from the publisher's 'Art School' series has 480 pages and is far more instructive.Mixed media is a conceptual format in which selected art techniques as well as materials such as ink (printing or drawing), oil paint, acrylics and others with the possible addition of some from crafting, most commonly collage, can meet in a work. It isn't an obscure art form as Picasso and Braque are among the better-known occasional participants; there are a great many more who may be less widely known but are recognised as 'major' or 'significant' in the field.This book concentrates mostly on the materials and methods typically used interspersed with a few basic ideas but it does not offer any specific projects to undertake nor offer advice. It offers a limited range of ideas but it isn't a complete 'how-to' guide but more a catalogue of things typically used. It is therefore possibly superficial in some areas. DK have done better with other similar 'Introduction to...' arts and crafts titles whether or not from the 'Art School' series. However, it is an Intro rather than anything intended to be fully comprehensive.

It is comprehensive, informative and I have found it very useful.It was written by my tutor at Hertfordshire University who was always very helpful.

Excellent publication - my second copy! However, when this one arrived from this supplier it had two pages missing!

I have been looking for this book for a number of years as it went out of print when I wanted to order it. Very pleased with it.

To help expand my painting & drawing techniques.

Fast delivery and as described

I initially found this book in the local library and, found it very helpful and interesting, so much so I decided to purchase a copy on Amazon. The book I chose to buy was secondhand and advertised as in good condition. The book arrived promptly and,I was very pleased with it.

Very informative