Whether using dried flowers or tiny shells, spaghetti or postage stamps, Jeannie Baker draws from the world around her to make work that is singularly beautiful and imaginative. Incorporating a wide range of textures, her arresting collage pieces have earned her international acclaim. Now she shares her secrets and encourages readers to get creative: each of the four main sections in Playing with Collage presents an abstract collage by the artist...

Provides illustrated instructions for making a variety of collages from such materials as tissue paper, buttons, string, newspaper, and stamps.

Uses Henri Matisse's cutout collages to introduce contemporary art and movement.

Gives directions for creating collages of witches, monsters, and other spooky things.

Gives directions for creating collages featuring the sea and its inhabitants.

"Make your own collage projects, from a jellyfish to a robot. Basic shapes and techniques to get you started. Easy to follow, step-by-step instructions for each fantastic collage project."--Back cover.

Covers how to make art with wood.