Every child has altered at least one book (I have a Bible with brown crayon scribbled by my son 25 years ago).
And more than likely everyone got in at least a little bit of trouble for his/her artistic contribution!!!
But now we can alter books and create works of art!

Here are some images of pages I've done in books for myself or in altered art groups.
While there are other types of altered books (carved, stacked, disassembled), I work in altered books much like I work
in my art journal or on a canvas - with paint, paper and "goodies" - the only difference is the substrate.
Sometimes I use hardcover books, sometimes children's board books - but any sturdy book could be up for grabs!

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Thanks for stopping by.  Click on the following images to see slideshows of complete altered books I have made: