Polymer Clay, Creative Traditions: Techniques And Projects Inspired by the Fine And Decorative Arts

Thousands of crafters have discovered that polymer clay is versatile, easy to use, ad just plain fun. Now they can use this exciting medium to create remarkable new work inspired by the decorative arts of the past. Polymer Clay Creative Traditions lets both beginners and experienced artisans draw inspiration from painting and drawing, ethnic carving, quilting, ceramics, sculpture, glass, metalwork, and more. Through 300 stunning photographs and fascinating text, author Judy Belcher reveals how these influences can be expressed in polymer clay. An introduction on the history and handling, plus tips and techniques throughout the book, make Polymer Clay Creative Traditions an invaluable guide to creating works of art that blend a great material of today with the greatest design ideas of yesterday.

Judy Belcher is the president and a founding member of he Kanawha Valley, West Virginia, Polymer Clay Guild and a member of the National Polymer Clay Guild. Her work in polymer clay has been featured in many juried exhibitions, and she has made many appearances to demonstrate her techniques in polymer clay, on television and at trade shows, stores, and schools. She lives in St. Albans, WV. Steve Payne is a commercial photographer known for his fine art landscape, nature, and portrait photography. He lives in Charleston, WV.