What happens when you create some space in your life?
Space to think … to dream … to create?
Why not join me this Sunday as we try to tap into that space to create an art journal page that is calm and meditative. I will share some simple techniques to get your creative juices flowing and you will learn a few creative techniques along the way to harness the power of Dylusions spray inks.
Bella Paperie is located at Shop 33, 302 South Pine Road, Brendale. Phone 3205 5911 to book. Class runs 10am – 2pm, October 7 and costs $30 with some supplies provided. You can find information on what to bring along to class on the store blog at http://www.bellapaperie.net.au
Feeling like a bit of creative play this weekend? Why not join me at Bella Paperie for my monthly art journal class? I recently attended a two day retailer only workshop with Dyan Reaveley where she shared masses of her art journaling and mixed media techniques. It was a packed two days and I’m still processing the huge amount of information Dyan shared with us.
In my November mixed media art journaling class, we will channel our inner Dyan Reaveley to create a multi-page spread featuring a variety of techniques that will take your pages from go to WOW! We will journal, doodle, stencil and stamp to create unique pages that become totally your own.
The page is a bit hard to photograph for full effect, so I created a little video for you –
If you already art journal – bring along your usual kit, if not check the requirements list for a guide on what to bring. You will need an approx. A4 sized journal to begin with – please check in store for details.
Supplies to bring:
The lyrics of a poem or song that is special to you, either printed or selected on your phone. We will use the words for journaling beneath one of the pages.
~ A5 size piece of cardstock for stamping images
colourful, permanent stamping inks
Dylusions shaped journaling block if you have one
Fine black pen for journaling
Pencil, rubber
Scissors
Tape to reattach journal page – Dina Wakley Media Tape or Dylusions Journal Tape is the best to purchase but masking tape or wide washi tape will also work.
Acrylic paints in a variety of warm & cool colours – bring your Dylusions paints if you have them
White gesso or white paint
Black gesso or paint
Liquitex Matt medium
Dylusions black & white paint pens, or small brush and black/white paint
Sponge for stencilling, the Tim Holtz mini ink blending tool and a few sponges will be handy
Variety of stencils for pattern making
A selection of paint brushes for mark making
~ 1” wide, flat brush for matt medium
Quote stamps – I will bring the ones I have used (Dylusions) plus a few Tim Holtz sets with interesting quotes
Quirky imagery – I will have the Darkroom Door birds but bring some alternatives if you have them
Small amount of thin collage paper
Paint palette
Non–stick craft mat
Baby wipes
Paper towel
Container for water
Heat tool
Bella Paperie is located at Shop 33, 302 South Pine Road, Brendale. Phone 3205 5911 to book. Class runs 10am – 2pm, November 5 and costs $30 with some supplies provided.
I’m happiest when immersed in creative play and I’m lucky to be able to share this through social media and in person classes. This coming Sunday I will be teaching how to create this page using a range of different techniques and a couple of mystery kitchen staples.
I’d love you to join me! Bella Paperie is located at Shop 33, 302 South Pine Road, Brendale. Phone 3205 5911. Class costs $30 and you will need to book.
We will be working in an A4 sized art journal and please have on hand:
Dylusions spray inks, please bring whatever inks that are non-shimmery you would like to use. I used yellow, pink & orange sprays but anything non-shimmery will work
A couple of your favourite stencils that feature patterns of different sizes which you can use for stencilling with texture paste.
Butterfly stencil if you have one or something with an image you would like to add to your page.
Shimmery watercolour powders that will be used to paint the butterflies or image of our choice. Lindy’s or Ken Oliver metallic powders are perfect. I will have a limited number of both to share.
I’ll bring the quote I have used on my sample printed onto paper, but if you would like to use something different please bring along small stamps, stickers, rubbons for use.
Liquitex white gesso
Palette knife
1” wide brush
Variety of smaller brushes
Soft lead pencil (6-8B) & eraser
Black permanent pen
White Sharpie paint pen or white gel pen
Gift card for scraping paint
spray water bottle
Paint palette
Non–stick craft mat
Baby wipes
Paper towel
Container for water
Heat tool
Gloves if you don’t wish to get colour on your hands
Thanks to everyone who entered the Aussie Stampendous blog hop competition last week – congratulations to Crece Thomas!
Today I’d like to share an art journal page that I created recently for LuLu Art using the new Dylusions paints. You can see full details on the project here.
I’ve been fascinated with drawing houses lately and drawing this collection on top of a couple of brightly painted and decorated dictionary pages was so much fun!
Dictionary paper and book paper is great to work with – plentiful, cheap and it comes in a wide variety of neutral colours and even the paper texture can differ from book to book. The layout of the text adds instant texture and is a great jumping off point for page elements.
I had decided to hold off on getting the Dylusions paints – because ‘did I really need another set of paints?’ Just even a few new jars of my fav colours? The answer was a definite no! But the beautiful Dylusions colour palette drew me in. Can’t say I’m terribly impressed with the packaging though – shallow wide-mouth jars are dangerously liable to be knocked over on a busy art table! I think I’ll have to be really careful using them.
The paints go on like butter, beautifully smooth and quick drying. They apply easily with a brush, palette knife, gift card scraper or even your finger. The dry matt surface is fantastic to draw or doodle on top of, pencil rubs off cleanly and the Posca pens went on very smoothly. although quite opaque, a thin layer will be translucent so you can see parts of the background underneath, perfect for art journaling. Unlike the Dylusions sprays, the paints are permanent once dry which makes them great for layering.
Come and see how I created this project and visit my own little world….
As you might guess from the cards I have been sharing this month – I do love turquoise and blue tones for Christmas cards! This one is no exception and has a beautiful, textured feel to it. Your recipient is sure to put this one is pride of place on the mantel.
Create the card by –
– stencil a scattering of stars over cardstock using a Tim Holtz star stencil and moulding paste. Allow to dry well.
– spritz with Dylusions Vibrant Turquoise & Calypso Teal. Remove the excess colour with paper towel and allow to dry.
– replace the stars template and spritz lightly with water.
– the water will remove some of the colour and give a variegated effect.
– add a little pizazz with a gold embossed greeting.
This was going to be 30 days of Christmas Inspiration but ok, so I’m a day late in starting – call it best laid plans. My plan is to share 29 days of Christmas inspiration – cards, ATC’s and whatever takes my fancy.
I was searching through my photo archive a while ago and realised how many different Christmas cards that I have made over the years. As many have never been shared here I thought it the perfect reason for my first blog series. Some days I’ll share just a pic and others I’ll share instructions – but if you have any questions on how I did any of them, just ask!
Onto my first card – this one was created last Christmas for LuLu Art. I think it is an all-time favourite due to its shimmery coppery effect. I created it as part of a bunch of cards for my December DT post and you can find the rest of them here.
Stamp cardstock with Darkroom Door Music background stamp using Versamark clear ink and emboss with clear powder. Spritz stamped image with Dylusions Vibrant Turquoise & Calypso Teal. Prepare a shimmery, sponging solution by adding a small amount of water to a few drops of Daler Rowney FW Acrylic Ink (Birdwing Copper). Sponge this mixture very lightly all over the sprayed image and allow to dry well.
Diecut the cardstock, add a layered greeting plus matching ribbon and assemble. This technique will give the effect of a vintage copper patina, perfectly set of by the dark turquoise card base and ribbon.
Today I’d like to share my most recent project for LuLu Art – an ATC Accordion Folder. This was such a sweet project to make and a bit different for me as I usually use stamped images – the ATC’s in this one use collage sheets. Available from LuLu Art of course!
If you would like to see full details – hop over to the LuLu Art blog to find my project here. You can also watch the YouTube video I made showing details.
While you are there – check out the Design Team call! I have had a ball of fun designing for Lisa the past 6 months so give it a go.
Let me take you on an imaginary journey, but first you will need a cup of tea! I’ll wait while you make a cup……
When I started working on my January design team project for LuLu Art I came across this quote somewhere on Pinterest and thought it the perfect inspiration. Especially as I have a prized collection of china cups to use for detailing!
As part of the project I created a YouTube video – you can see it here. Perhaps sign up for my YouTube channel while you are there?
Of course, all the supplies are available from LuLu Art and are listed on Lisa’s blog post about my project here.
Purple Salt #2 