Book Description
Construct an authentic copy of the master builder's celebrated residential classic. Detailed instructions and exploded diagrams enable miniaturists to create a two-foot long replica — complete with balconies, platforms, porch and entrance court.
Customer Reviews:
Ultimately Satisfying.......2004-02-23
If you are even attempting to take on this project, you are likely a fan of Wright's work. It helps to know Wright's style and history. There are some flaws or omissions in the instructions (see ref to part #57 in other review) and one or two errors in the printing. Not for kids or the impatient. As you gain experience the task becomes easier as you are able to anticipate how things will come together. The finished product is very attractive and unique. An inexpensive project for cold, winter nights.
Advanced modeling skills needed.......2002-10-16
Agree with other reviews. Emphasize that this is for an advanced modeler with modeling patience. Card stock is difficult when use to other material. Some of the referenced difficulties may be avoided by careful and thorough scoring. No idea as to the modeling accuracy, but the presentation looks real good. Especially when presented with the book, FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT'S ROBIE HOUSE.
For the Mature Hobbyist.......2001-03-23
If you're a fan of the works of Wright, and have experience with detail oriented hobbies, you will likely find this a challenging but "do-able" project. For example, I've built plastic model kits for over thirty years, and it took me about three and a half months to complete the house, working on the standard hobbyist schedule (i.e. nights and weekends when I felt like it). Be aware that even with careful assembly, the finished product reflects the limitations of card stock - the long, thin pieces (notably, the wall around the front of the house) tend to become a bit wavy when folded and glued. Still, if you have the patience, and are comfortable with the investment of time involved, you'll end up with a nice replica of an architecturally significant home.
Great until you hit piece 57!!.......2000-08-10
I worked diligently according to the instructions but when I reached piece 57 (of 130+ total pieces), I found that the instructions for assembly were wrong, or that the piece was printed incorrectly -- very frustrating experience!
Lots of fun for those long, cold winter evenings.......1999-09-24
This is not a book for young kids, with more than 100 pieces to be cut from the book and assembled, but for those with a steady hand and an Xacto knife, this is a fun way to see some of the detail usually missed in photos of the Robie House.
Book Description
Painstakingly researched and illuminating account of the making of the Fred C. Robie home. Revealing family documents, excerpts from a 1958 interview with Fred Robie, and 160 black-and-white illustrations illuminate design, construction, various stages of landmark of modern architecture. Complete text.
Customer Reviews:
"...the ecstasy of power in ordering space...".......2001-12-26
This book is an excellent study, in marvelous detail
and analysis, of one of Frank Lloyd Wright's masterpieces
of architecture. Too often the words "artist" and
"genius" only dimly suggest the true nature of the
person or work being discussed; but this book with
its keen and accurate delineations about Robie,
the client and his desires, Wright, the architect/
artist/genius and his desires, and the work of art
itself -- the Robie House -- help one to fully
understand the harmonious combination of elements
which can come together in producing a masterpiece.
The author of this work is Donald Hoffmann, and
he has himself produced a work of magnificence
in this full presentation of the design and execution
of a "dream house." Hoffmann gives full and interesting
accounts of Robie and of Wright as their two psyches
come together to promote an "idealized" artwork which
pleases both client and architect.
The book also has wonderful footnotes filled
with insightful comments and quotes. Here is
an example of one:
Louis H. Sullivan at the end of his life wrote
quite beautifully that Wright was gifted with
"an apprehension of the material,so delicate as
to border on the mystic, and yet remain coordinate
with those facts we call real life." (p. 31)
The text itself is filled with suggestive and
provocative commentary:
Wright's ideal was the comprehensive and unified
work of art, the *Gesamtkunstwerk. German culture
fascinated him. He spoke of Bach and Beethoven
as the two greatest architects, and he confessed
his love for the old Germany of Goethe, Schiller,
even Nietzsche. (p. 14)
Wright stood almost alone in his intuition of
the prairie. * * * Everything about the site
suggested a long, low, stream-lined, ship-like
house: the prairie, the nearby lake, the new
sense of speed, * * * and the shape of the lot ,
three times as long as it was wide. (p. 17)
Radical and masculine, the Robie house would be
built in a part of Chicago characteristically
stern and urbane. (p. 13)
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The book is filled with "160 carefully selected
illustrations" --which include architectural
drawings and many photos, both of the house,
of Robie and his family, of Wright, and of some
of Wright's other previous houses leading up to
the Robie House. Hoffmann also did excellent
research by gaining access to complete
taped transcripts by Robie, and interviews with
Robie's son, and others.
There is something very compelling and involving
to my sense perceptions about Wright's long, sleek,
tiered approach to architecture, as well as the
various designs of lamps and chairs and lights
which he included in the house. But on seeing the
photos of the dining room...and the rigid but
beautiful "Gothic" like chairs, as well as the
photos of the "stuff" that the Robie family
cluttered the Spartan rooms with in their
attempts to "customize" it to their living
desires...the house seems incredibly beautiful,
but not incredibly utilitarian: idealized, abstract,
geometric beauty and organic harmony with the
beauty and structure of Nature, but not necessarily
"organic" in its relation to people and "common
creature" comforts.
Batter my heart, Frank Lloyd Wright.......2000-02-26
Dieses Buch, wie sein Thema, wird wie ein Ziegelsteinouthouse aufgebaut. Unassailable Forschung. Gute Arbeit, Don.
Book Description
The Robie House in Chicago is one of the world's most famous houses, a masterpiece from the end of Frank Lloyd Wright's early period and a classic example of the Prairie House. This book is intended as a companion for the visitor to the house, but it also probes beneath the surface to see how the design took shape in the mind of the architect. Wright's own writings, rare working drawings from the period, and previously unpublished photographs of the house in construction help the reader look over the shoulder of the architect at work. Beautiful new photographs of the Robie House and related Wright houses have been specially taken to illustrate the author's points, and a bibliography on Wright is provided.
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The Robie House
Frank Lloyd Wright
Manufacturer: United States Dept. of the Interior, National Park Service, Branch of Plans and Designs
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding
ASIN: B0007H26US |
Customer Reviews:
Plus Ultra, this is Beyond Marbeling.......2006-10-10
An amazing book. I was familiar with the standard marbled papers you see in old (and new) books, but this book shows dozens of styles that I not only had never seen, but would not have even thought possible. Stunning works that are not at all typical "marbling." Gabriele Grunebaum's oil marbleing is really astonishing. The techniques are clearly demonstrated with photographs and diagrams. Buy this book!
Definitely the ultimate!.......2003-11-27
I was really interested i learning to do paper marbeling - had looked all around for kits to no avail so I went looking for books and came across this one. There are a number of different techniques in here: Sumonagashi, oil color, watercolor, marbeling fabric and other materials and then the last chapter is "a gallery of contemporary marbeling." For each of the technique chapters it tells you the materials you need with pictures of them in case the words/descriptions aer not enough and then that's followed by a section on "basic techniques" that are specific to that technique. The writing is clear and straight forward and there are lots of good pictures to help. Following the basic instructions there are advanced instructions. Again, with good pictures and ideas. The end of the book has fabric as well as the gallery -I'm still a beginner so I haven't played around with fabric and the things in the gallery are pretty advanced but they sure are inspirational. For now I'll have fun with paper. Great book though - it has something for the beginner as well as the more advanced artist!
The Piesta Resistance.......2002-06-18
This book has very detailed how-to information and a smorgasbord of effects. It is a beginners and an advanced book all in one. A Good buy!
200 color images of marbeling designs are inspiring........2000-10-04
Marbling of fabric and paper has intrigued artesans for centuries. The Ultimate Marbling Handbook explores the art of marbling, materials used, techniques and beautiful images of marbled color captured on paper, fabric and other materials. The colors are vivid, designs are unique and imanigative. Marble patterns fascinate, from the random stone or rock, to the colors combed into repeating patterns, no two the same.
Advanced designs of many artists are shared and techniques are explained. Diane Maurer-Mathison is a gifted artist and has authored a beautiful book suitable for the beginning to experienced marble artist.
detailed and clear instructions.......2000-06-29
I have done Suminagashi marbling for years and have been tempted to move into other types of marbling but have been unable to find good detailed information on material and techniques.
Diane Maurer-Mathison is an old hand at marbling and she shares all her wisdom here. She starts with the easiest marbling techniques and moves into patterns that would challenge a master.
Not only does she tell you where to buy the tools you need she includes detailed instructions on how to make your own tools and grind your own pigments.
She even tells you how to marble fabric, your sneakers, wood, and anything else that will stand still.
And the colored illustrations are breathtaking! I opened the book in front of a friend and her daughters. We oohhed and aahhed over it for a good twenty minutes. It is truely inspiring.
Someone put a lot of time and effort into making this a clear and easy to use guide. I reccomend it highly.
Book Description
Marbling is simple, from floating the paint to rinsing and drying the finished creation. Learn to choose and mix colors, produce a range of patterns, and work with paper, fabric, and other materials. “A good selection for public library crafts collections.”—Library Journal.
Amazon.com
The ancient art of marbling--long confined to the endpapers of leather-bound books--is experiencing renewed interest among today's crafters. This nicely presented book covers all the basics of marbling paper and fabric, from making your own tools to working with various types of paints to setting up your workspace. The heart of the book explains the specifics of how to create seven basic marbling patterns and how to troubleshoot technical problems, plus ways to achieve seven specialty techniques, including marbling dimensional objects. The concluding section offers ideas for several projects incorporating marbling, as well as a brief explanation about going into business selling your marbled products.
Customer Reviews:
Great Resource...well worth it........2007-07-08
I learned more from this particular book in the first 30 minutes of reading it, than I did from three other resources on Marbling. I found answers in this book, I couldn't find anywhere else. Great photos of completed works and very simplifed instructions. One section focuses entirely on Preparing to Marble, tools for marbling, set-up, and furthermore is sectioned off by acrylics, watercolor, oil paints and tempera paints. Another section focuses on, patterns, tech. problems, special techniques, marbling on fabrics and resources. I would recommend this book first and foremost before all others.
Marbling Techniques.......2007-01-12
I found this book at the library and searched everywhere for it. Thanks for carrying it. It has all the info I need to start marbling on paper which is an old art form and hard to find info and supplies for.
Practical and readable.......2004-06-15
This is a great introduction to paper marbling - the technique that produces those wonderful swirls, feathery patterns, and colored speckles on paper.
The book is divided very roughly into three parts. The first gives clear recipes and techniques for preparing the marbling media and paints, for choosing and preparing the paper or fabric, and for creating the patterns. The authors are sensitive to the needs of the home crafter, and generally avoid exotic materials and tools. The second part of the book is a visual catalog of marbled patterns with directions for making them yourself. The final section of the book suggests uses for the marbled paper or fabric - boxes, books, and lots of other applications.
This is a how-to book, so leaves without discussion of some topics. There's not a lot of historical discussion, even though marbling has been used for hundreds of years. It doesn't cover more advanced applications, including marbling the edges a book's block of pages. This is for the starting crafter, though, not for professionals or academicians.
This is an enjoyable intro to a very enjoyable craft. If you want to get started in marbling, I'd suggest starting here.
//wiredweird
all you need to have!.......1998-07-18
This is the best of information . all under one cover...supplier list extremely helpful.Reproductions and clear instructions were all I needed to encourage my interest in this ancient art. It's like receiving an apprenticeship to a well kept secret craft!
Customer Reviews:
Build own equipment, experiment, be inspired, bookbind.......2007-07-23
The Maurers are marbling artists, she in watercolor and acrylics, he in oils. Diane Maurer has used linear left brain thinking to clearly explain the process underlying the right brain creative endeavor of marbling. Numerous color images accompanied by step-by-step drawn illustrations (repeated for each pattern) make learning marbling technique while experimenting with one's own inventions uncomplicated. Directions for making equipment, marbling tray, drain board, wood rakes, bouquet combs, are based on easily obtained household items (T pins, foam, glue). This world class artistic team collaborates with other artists who work on fabric. One chapter is devoted to projects to make from marbled papers, with introductory techniques on bookbinding. For such a short and easily consumed volume, this contains inspiring visuals, instructive graphics, broad technique offerings, as well as craft suggestions. Highly recommended.
Marbling.......2002-05-19
Marbling--once called "cloud painting" is enjoying a renaissance, both as a craft and as a decorating concept. This ancient art of floating colors on liquid, patterning thema nd picking upt he image on paper or fabric can now be easily done at home. This beautiful, all-inclusive guide to marbling includes: step-by-step instructions for suminagashi, oil-color marbling, and watercolor marbling; detailed directions for creating twenty classic marbling patterns, including Nonpareil, Cascade, French Curl and Scallop; more than sixty full color examples of marbled papers and fabrics.
Amazon.com
The art of marbling, the author informs us, has general guidelines but no fixed rules. With clarity and humor, she proves extremely adept at explaining the basics (equipment, general how-tos, getting a feel for the process) and provides concise step-by-step instructions for mastering each of 15 traditional patterns. Once you tire of simply gazing in admiration at your work (even relatively simple beginnings seem to produce very complex patterns), turn to the project sections for suggestions on how to utilize your marbleized paper or fabric. Though the finished projects seen here are not nearly as stunning as the marbled patterns themselves, they do offer a jumping-off point for your own adaptations.
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Marbling Paper and Fabric
Carol Taylor
Manufacturer: Lark Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
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ASIN: 0806983221 |
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Marbling Paper and Fabric/Book and Kit Gift Set
Carol Taylor
Manufacturer: Lark Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
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ASIN: 0806956496 |
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- Very basic info, with instructions for ~25 projects.
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Paper and Fabric Marbling
Rex Swindlehurst
Manufacturer: Lothian Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
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ASIN: 0850914531 |
Customer Reviews:
Very basic info, with instructions for ~25 projects........1998-11-15
This book, which is part of the "Lothian Australian Craft Series," contains very basic instructions on marbling suitable for a novice. It probably does not contain enough info to be useful if you run into problems. Being moderately experienced as a marbler, I found it to be a disappointment and not worth the money. There are other books on marbling that I think are much better for beginners, such as "Marbling on Paper and Fabric" by Carol Taylor, "Marbling Techniques: How to Create Traditional and Contemporary Designs on Paper and Fabric" by Wendy Addison Medeiros, and "Marbling on Fabric" by Daniel & Paula Cohen.
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