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mixed media abstract art

Scars

Black and White!  Such a classic combo, especially coupled with some hastily scribbled text and a little bit of Tim Holtz' patterned tissue paper.  I love how so many different elements can be combined to create simple, but striking effects. I…
microbeads on chipboard

"Hope" mixed media canvas

    I'm pretty excited about my latest piece... I feel that it is tangible proof that I am developing as an artist and designer- I could never have made something like this a year ago. All the best mixed media work that…
Paper and Acetate colored with alcohol ink, mixed media art

Layers of Paper

I've been preparing entries for a contest at the end of the month, and I've been surprised at what I've felt inspired to create.  The theme for the contest is "8*8".  Basically, the pieces have to be 8 in. by 8 in.  That's it- anything…
mixed media scrapbook layout

Design Team Sketch and Layout 4-15-15

I had a lot of fun creating the layout for this week.  I used the same paper line as last time- Prima's Archivist collection.  It works so perfectly for these types of photos and memories. I used several layers of various papers under…
mixed media painting with acrylic background- in progress shot

Acrylic Backgrounds Article

I wanted to share with you all a recent article I wrote for mixedmediaart.net.  I write monthly articles for this online magazine sharing techniques, ideas, reviews, etc., and they are a great resource for every artist. In the past month…
mixed media abstract canvas triptych with quilling strips

Emerald Moments quilling triptych

Once again with the Emerald Green.  I can't help it!  It's such a pretty color, and is helping me be patient and wait for the trees in our neighborhood to finally blossom. What do you think of my quilling triptych?  I really like using…