I have had the good fortune to take several workshops from Susan over the years and I am so happy to throw away all my incomplete notes and just read her book. Susan is an excellent teacher and shares her information without restraint. Her book is a reflection of everything she has learned about Eco-Dying during her many years of experimentation. And it’s beautiful. I have seen many of her eco papers, fabrics and books in person and they are spectacular. I have also been able to use her techniques to create my own nature-based papers and books and you can too, now that she has written everything down so clearly. This book is a basic primer for everyone who is interested in bringing some authentic nature to their work. It is also a book filled with visual inspiration. There are few artists that truly share their recipes, materials and in-depth knowledge and Susan is one of the rare ones. I highly recommend this book and if Susan comes to your town to do workshop — Go! Or, come to Colorado to take a workshop in her studio. She is a treasure to the art community and you will learn a LOT!By Carolann Waugh
The cover is seductive and the photos are even more so. Susan’s instructions are clear and helpful. I don’t even have an interest in making journals, but this may turn the tide! That’s another beauty of the book. There are so many ways to riff on what she has shared. A great addition to the direct-printing, botanical bookshelf.By Jane Dunnewold
Susan Brooks new book, Eco-Dyed Art Journals: Using Nature’s Imprints, is excellent. It is well written, clear and logically organized. This book could be the new leader in the arena of eco dyeing fabric & paper. The graphics are excellent as well. I highly recommend this book. It must be a part of your library.By Deborah Fell