Laurence King - Extraordinary Things to Cut Out and Collage

Extraordinary Things to Cut Out and Collage

Create one-of-a-kind collages from 1500+ quirky vintage images

Flipping through dozens of magazines for that perfect Victorian gentleman or Art Deco building detail, then wrestling with whether to actually cut up a beloved vintage book. Maria Rivans eliminates that search with 1500+ carefully curated images ready to cut and combine. Her collection spans the practical (architectural elements, flora, fauna) and the wonderfully absurd (men in questionable undergarments, disembodied moustaches), all organized into clear categories, people, nature, industrial, ephemera, that make finding what you need surprisingly efficient.

The real value here is creative momentum. Rather than spending hours sourcing images, you dive straight into composition and experimentation. Multiple background options let you work self-contained pieces, or layer these elements onto existing photographs and artwork for hybrid compositions. A Victorian eye peers from behind modern architecture; butterflies circle industrial machinery; alphabets transform into visual poetry. Each 208-page book contains enough variety to support dozens of distinct pieces without repetition.

Whether you're building mood boards for client presentations or creating finished wall art, this collection provides the raw material without the tedious preliminary work. Your time goes into making art rather than hunting for components.

Books and Media

Books and Media Purchase Guide

Books and Media

Activity Books - Interactive art books and workbooks for learning techniques and developing skills.

Coloring Books - Adult and children's coloring books for relaxation and creative expression.

Craft and Hobby Books - Instructional books covering various crafting techniques and projects.

Drawing Books - Technique books and tutorials for improving drawing skills and learning new methods.

Painting Books - Comprehensive guides to painting techniques, color theory, and artistic development.

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