Tag Archives: mixed media

10 Things: Free Mixed Media Tutorials

Posted on November 6, 2012 by

In the age of YouTube, I think I’m done paying for classes – there’s tons of stuff free online.  Here’s some of my favorites: Jennifer McGuire’s Thinking Inking Classes (Two Peas in a Bucket) Julie Balzer Designs – very crafty … Continue reading →

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Technique vs. Composition

Posted on October 13, 2012 by

I was having a conversation with some ladies from word (we have an ATC group to exchange artwork). One of the pieces was a beautiful embossed foil piece with alcohol ink. It was stunning – but the artist was umcomfortable … Continue reading →

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button, button, who’s got the button?

Posted on August 11, 2011 by

Another great swap hosted by Strawberry at Art42 – chunky page with button theme. Here’s mine I covered the board pages with paint dabber, sprayed it with water and swirled the pant to blend the colors. Then scraped colored gesso … Continue reading →

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Inchie Primo

Posted on August 11, 2011 by

Haven’t done many inchies before, but this was very fun. I spent some quality time going through magazines (constructive activity while watching telly) and cut out interesting patterns and shapes and backed them with card stock. Then used glaze pens … Continue reading →

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