Top 7 Favorite Art Books that I CANNOT LIVE WITHOUT!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

What books do you think I need for my art book library? List them here!

[@Kristenaann]

Karen Campbell, Artist Thank you for the video. I only have one of those seven books. Have you done a video showing your entire art book collection? I’d love to see, I’m obsessed with art books too (including yours). I love them!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

OH lordy, well I showed my shelves in the very first 10 seconds of the video, I don't know if anyone would have the time to go through them all!! lol!!

[@Kristenaann]

Karen Campbell, Artist oh good point, maybe I’ll try to screenshot, zoom in and see. Lol. So I bought the last two books you showed, THEN had to get an additional Art book i saw while perusing. I hope you don’t mind but I had to blame you when the hubby asked why I went crazy on Amazon. 😂😂

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

@@Kristenaann Ok but only if I can blame you when my hubby asks me!!!!

[@Kristenaann]

@@KarenCampbellArtist lol deal

[@debbieinruskin8563]

Don't ever sell yourself short as an outstanding artist/author. Your books are a huge inspiration.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Aw Debbie, I just love ya 🙂💛💚💙💜Your support means everything. Thank you!!

[@MsTagestraumer]

I have this secret... I go to book stores and spend HOURS in the children’s book sections looking at the illustrations and find artists who inspire. I will then research the artist and find what I can to study and create. My nieces and nephews have quite the libraries now lol.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

OMGosh I am such a buyer!!! I can't ever leave things on the shelves, they HAVE to come directly home with me!! lol! I think that's probably why I talk thrift stores so much, cuz I go have my cake and eat it too!!! But that is SAGE advice my friend!!

[@Sevvin89]

I’m guilty for this.

[@marcellamarieable]

Amazing information!! Thank you Karen for sharing!!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching! :)

[@jcoty8021]

I love Anne Too !

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

I triple puffy heart this!!!

[@blondelebanese9922]

I’m old fashioned in one respect....books. I have online books that I seldom look at, I prefer books I can hold and take with me wherever I go. Turning the pages is like opening presents. I’m so glad you are yourself. You are so well rounded as an artist, with many different areas of interest. That’s why I subbed you some time ago. By the way, in case you haven’t noticed, you are young and beautiful. I’m old and no longer beautiful though I don’t care very much abt appearance. I love beautiful women, they inspire my artwork. I don’t have any art books with me, they are in storage with the rest of my life. LOL I’m very inspired by the Old Masters but I’m also very inspired by you. Love you oh so whimsical girls. That’s new for me and I’m digging it enormously. 💕😊 Annie B.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

You are so so sweet to take the time to write all that and now I'm blushing!! (and blushing from my walk too, but mostly from your sooo nice compliments so thank you!!) . I do agree with you 100%, I much prefer books I can have and to hold as well. It drives my IT husband nuts because between me and my boys there are literally books EVERYWHERE around my house. But I just tell him, Sorry, Not Sorry!!! I'll never give them up, nothing takes the place of those pages☺️

[@angelascarlato2621]

Thank you for sharing! I hope another artist showcases your books. You are a truly talented inspiration and deserve the same type of awesome acknowledgement!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

That is so very kind of you to say, Angela! Thank you!!!

[@diamondlee9034]

just stumbled on this video, you are enabling my addiction of art books lol! I have the 2nd&3rd one that you showed, I LOVE Anne Keenan Higgins😃 thank you again for all your great videos & your tutorials are the BEST!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Aww, I'm so glad you like them! Art books are not a bad addiction, they are always so pretty and a great reference.

[@kingtigerbooks1162]

Great video from a wonderful channel. Art books have provided me a much-needed escape from real life. I have my easy chair set up with a desk, a lamp, a blanket and a cup of coffee. I spent many hours with dragons, unicorns, space battles, pixies, knights, and now with my National Geographic books, the vast undersea world of the coral reefs. My art books are the best investments I ever made. My 3 favorite books are: - Works of Wonder by Michael Whelan - Infinite Worlds by Vincent DiFate - Great Fighter Jets of the Galaxy 1 by Tim Gibson

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Thank you!!! These all sound incredible and magical!

[@TrenaBrannon]

I am a visual learner and feel the same way about books Karen! Thank you for sharing! Take care and STAY POSITIVE!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Thank you, Trena!

[@cevans7684]

Karen, an old, old video,but saw it only today.. you loved Encantadas on The Art Spirits You Tube review, so came to see if you were still happy!! And ordered, THX.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Aww, thanks so much! Still happy.

[@sarahsantana4439]

Thank you I am getting 2 of these that really got me to Amazon.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Yay!!!! Enjoy, Sarah!!!

[@MissPamR]

This is my dream video! I’m ordering as I watch your video.😍😘

[@bridgettedunagan2873]

Oh my gosh I just have to say it sounded like you said I almost broke my chair- y. 😂😂😂

[@scruffy281]

Art Spirit introduced me to Encantadas here on KZbin and that book is AMAZING. I love it! Great work! So much mood, movement, and feeling going on with those watercolor illustrations!! Gifted artists for sure!❤️

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

I know, I am obsessed. I just bought her Calendar, it is DIVINE!

[@mayloo2137]

I borrow books from local libraries rather than buying them. Will definitely check for some of the titles and/or authors.

[@gracegirl6635]

Hey Karen, I have a little dilemma. I love painting abstract art, yet I also want to learn how to draw better. However, I need to learn the fundamentals of painting and drawing. I can watch tutorials on learning how to draw, but is there a book on learning how to paint that you would recommend? I love what I have learned from you about mixed-media as well. 😉

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Oh that’s a good question! I don’t have a basic painting book recommendation - maybe that should be my next one!! I do teach how to paint for beginners in lots of wet mediums as well as how to draw - you can learn more about my art clubs at awesomeartschool.com

[@gracegirl6635]

@@KarenCampbellArtist Great! Thanks so much!!

[@rebeccaboothe7117]

Really nice books, lol it's funny to hear you drool over the artists, because that's what I do over your artwork. You are a amazing artist Karen. Love it.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

AW BECKY!!!! You little charmer you!!!! ❤️

[@cindyhorton6980]

Been waiting for this!! Thank you! Beautiful books!❤

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Oh my goodness! Great!!

[@emmaphilo4049]

All really great books!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Right?! Obsessed!

[@motherblue2208]

Ohhh i love art books too!! It drives my husband crazy! En-can-ta-das means enchanted.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Hahahah I was JUST saying this to another friend, how much it drives my hubby too!! (and my 3 boys are the same!)

[@connienumbers]

Love this video, Karen. Encantadas means 'love.' Surprise, surprise!

[@motherblue2208]

Hi! It actually means enchanted. 😉

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Yes I googled it and apparently it means enchanted but also, "lovely to meet you" kind of thing so I can see it both ways!

[@motherblue2208]

@@KarenCampbellArtist 'encantado de conocerte' lovely to meet you. Of course!

[@lectusread6409]

I have some of them (yours coming today); definitely have to buy 2 more from your video.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

WHAAAA?! Aw, I hope you LOVE IT!

[@melaniewoods8929]

Love this so much! I love seeing what others do. Your Mixed Media Magic was my first book and is amazing! Thank you for the share. I love your verbiage because I speak much the same way. I literally say “I can’t even” all the time. Thanks for your mentorship! You are just the best teacher my friend.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

You're so sweet, thank you!!! Oh goodness I am sooooo excited to meet you in person Melanie!!! Can you even believe it???

[@melaniewoods8929]

Karen Campbell, Artist I know right?! I can not believe I am going to Scotland let alone with the famous ladies Karen, Jenny and Lucy who are going to teach me the arts! Plus a fellow Outlander fan. Seriously lucky over here.

[@melaniewoods8929]

I am super super excited to meet you!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

@@melaniewoods8929 backatchoo 😍😍😍

[@victoresquivel6800]

I'm planning to buy all of the sketching from imagination books. Is there one I should skip over or are they all good in general?

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

They really are all quite good I have 3 of them!

[@craftychickkyle]

I absolutely love your glasses!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Oh thank you soooo much! You're so sweet!!

[@daveymcteer6804]

I think I saw a video you did on what mixed media journals are good for beginners for a good price but I’m not finding it. Could you point me to it? Thank you so much

[@daveymcteer6804]

May I please have the pdf offered on how to begin. This is the video I was linking for. It’s where you talked about using watercolor paper journal for mixed media. Thanks

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Hi Lisa! Sorry about that, but you can absolutely have the PDF: awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-kick-in-the-pants-quotes/

[@gayleclaytor8210]

Headed to Amazon I have to have the last two You are the best

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

You wont be sorry Gayle!!! sooo much yummy goodness!

[@donnalyon2145]

I’m as obsessed about art books as you are😂❣️❣️. BTW just ordered a tee!! Love the style options. Can’t wait for it to come in💕💕

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

OMG YOU DID?! Which one did you get?? I just ordered myself one of everything cuz I'm such a nerd and I want to see it all in person!

[@donnalyon2145]

Karen Campbell, Artist the long sleeve scoop neck one. I’m so excited you chose styles that suit us girls💕. Can’t wait to see when it comes in

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

@@donnalyon2145 oh good! I just ordered that same one for my friend Mandi who does work for me! I did try to choose the most slouchy and comfy female fits!!

[@donnalyon2145]

Karen Campbell, Artist 💕💕💕

[@susanasantisteban]

Hi Karen, in Spain we love Esther Gili, she is an amazing illustrator, she has more books in Amazon and also Notebooks with her illustrations. Her last published book is : El legado de Catherine. if you liked very much Encantadas.. you should check El legado de Catherine.. beutiful :-) greetings from Germany!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Oh gosh I just looked those up on Amazon, I am THIS CLOSE to pulling the trigger on her calendar...from 2016! That's how much I love her artwork!! Thanks for the recommendations!

[@susanasantisteban]

my pleasure Karen, I can also recommend you another Artist that I love. she is from Germany, but her youtube channel is in English and her new book also in English, she is Iraville, just have a look her youtube videos, she is really amazing too :-)

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

@@susanasantisteban yes!! I know and love her as well and was one of the very first watercolorists I followed on YT!

[@susanasantisteban]

awesome!! Then you know all :-) i am looking forward to having her book Cozy Days :-) have a nice day Karen! :-) and Thank you for all your videos, i am learning a lot with you too :-)

[@marinazanotta]

Marked all! Very interesting. The first two books dedicated to fashion illustrations, I really should have them ;) I also really liked the Spanish artist's book. Thanks for the advices :) Hi Karen! Marina

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

So welcome Marina!!!

[@valj1042]

Excellent review,,,,,,,,, now I want them too......

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Hahahaha I know, so sorrry!!! Just had to share!

[@claudiafinelle7252]

Encantadas means enchanted (female form) or bewitched

[@roeliespaans5241]

Y love the last wan of dish books zo beautiful of lois karen

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

oh me too! I love Loish!

[@aliceaiken3162]

Where can I find Enca tapas? What is the author name?

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Her name is Esther Gilli - I found her on Amazon and through Google

[@alejandraedithmateo1140]

Good!

[@lizaw7641]

I have that fashion book! By Anna K

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

That's awesome!!

[@inspiredcaroline24]

Warning: one of THOSE comments. Read at your peril. ⚠️⚠️ To quote~ "She's gorgeous, get out of here", "They are all young and gorgeous", "I want to be her!"...... (any mistakes are my own) You really have not a clue, do you? YOU are young, beautiful, hugely talented & more (don't want your head growing too much, lol)! I say similar things, whenever I watch you, Karen Campbell, Artiste Extraordinaire!! Do you know how much I hate seeing your skin? It reminds me of when I was young with a flawless complexion. Of course I didn't appreciate it then, did NOT like the compliments...... I would DO almost ANYTHING to have ALL of it back. Anywaaay, moving swiftly on ~ ugh😤 I too have adore ACTUAL books. Can't beat them. I truly hope cyberland never replaces them. I'm so excited as FOUR books (for jewellery making) are arriving, tomorrow!!! They were hugely discounted, I could never have afforded to buy even ONE of them. I'll be like a child in a baguette shop🙆‍♀️🙇‍♀️ (👈btw, no idea what she's doing but I like it!) Back to books (oh and fyi, my hair was as beautifully red and thick, as that side profile pic.... Just saying..... & becoming more angry each second!😩) SORRY. BOOKS!! I WANT the 3rd one that you showed. I've already forgotten the name so thank you for the links and for sharing your top 7. Okaay. Now that I'm suitably enraged, I shall bid you goodnight/good day. Just remember. Are you paying attention? RememBER... YOU are of the same level & in as high esteem, as the talented artists/authors who you so covet. SO THERE! Squidges to Rosie, Zoe and yourself 😸🐱👋💤💤

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Dear Caroline, I just love you. That is all deary 😘❤ Keep up your diatribes, I live for them and I think my kitties would be lost without their squidges as well. Just sayin.

[@inspiredcaroline24]

@@KarenCampbellArtist Diatribe? Well, how very dare you?!! Lol. You are easily pleased, awsomesauce. No matter what, I will always have squidges for my 3 favourite girls😹 Gosh, how did midnight come by so quickly? Byeee👋💤💤💤

[@lyndanorton4140]

From someone else with well over 100 art books, and just taken 3 boxes full to charity, I wish I had not watched this LOL, so thats another 3 books on the way having said today I do not neeeeeeed anymore. I too will tell the hubby to blame you.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Hahahahahhahaa. I wish I could say I'm sorry but I know how happy you'll be when they show up!!!

[@Sevvin89]

That book Encantadas was revived by art spirits. I’m pretty sure you and I watched this particular review from her.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

I think you're totally right!!!! That's so funny! I'm so glad I did too. I jsit ordered the newer book she illustrated and its even better than this one. She is so talented, I am obsessed!

[@Sevvin89]

I’m planning on getting those specific books in the near future. I love that art style too. I own the first fashion book you reviewed. It’s so gorgeous!

[@navyboymommygramma]

Um, I think I'm gonna have to take a hard pass on that Spanish one cuz..... damn! 902 bucks 😲 is a tad over my budget for one book, but thank you, I appreciate the offer and all. 🤗

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Ha! I paid $35. You have to dig a bit to find them sometimes!!

[@LadyInTheTree]

Great idea right before Christmas!! Even though the internet is great for some free resources I love the feel of the book! I totally relate to you on this! I wanted to purchase a good figure style book so try out different styles when it comes to figure drawing. P.S your new mix media magic book is already on my Christmas wish list!!!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Oh gosh I didn't even think about Christmas but you're right!!! I hope if you are gifted with Mixed Media Magic that you'll LOOOOVE IT!

[@viviansanchez9377]

I definitely save alot of art from social midia to take bits & parts for my art. From Colors From hair ,nails noses hands ,body shapes,eye lashes,eyebrows, clothes background lol i take a lil from each pic but make it my own if that makes sense 😊 i feel like frankinstine Artist here haha.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

I love that! A Frankenstein artist, great way of thinking of it!

[@viviansanchez9377]

Encantadas means Delided Women I believe. I speak spanish not sure how to translate it but basically thats what the title means delited women.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Thank you, Vivian! I appreciate the translation.