Review of Papier Mache Design Book by Monique Robert
My copy of Monique Robert’s new book, Papier-Mâché Design, arrived several days ago. I read it through in one sitting, getting up only for a few refills of coffee. I can’t wait to use some of the methods she describes.
This is definitely not for the grade-school art class–this is a serious book for people who are dedicated to creating 3-dimensional art.
I mention that right at the top of this review because most books on paper mache are written for a younger audience, and include step-by-step how-to instructions so you can make specific projects that will end up looking exactly like the ones the author made. However, Monique’s book will not show you the specifics of how she built that fantastic creature on the front of her book. She assumes the reader is a sculptor, with a mind already filled with creative ideas about projects the reader wants to build. She trusts you to absorb her methods into your own work.
Perhaps a better title for the book would have used the word “engineering,” rather than “design.” She includes unique techniques for making large, lightweight sculptures that are strong enough to hang from the ceiling or to ship to a distant gallery. Trust me–you won’t find these techniques described anywhere else. However, you’ll need to design your own sculptures.
Her techniques show you how to make your designs light and strong, but she doesn’t include actual design tips, as I understand the term.
Some of the ideas in the book that I intend to use immediately in my own future sculptures are: » Read more: Papier Mache Design Book – A Review
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