New to Mixed Media or Art Journaling?
Are you interested in mixed-media or art journaling but don’t know where to begin?
Do you see beautiful journal pages, collages, or other mixed media art on Instagram using gorgeous and interesting papers that your collection simply lacks?
Are you missing variety in your paper stash or have no paper stash to begin with?
Does the idea of creating art excite you and intimidate you at the same time?
You're in the right place!
No Experience Necessary!
Perfect for the beginner who is new to mixed media and art journaling and looking to build a collection of papers for use in creating art.
The secret to gorgeous mixed media art and art journaling is the use of unique and varied arty background papers. Mixed media artists develop a stash of papers to use in their work. These include a variety of painted papers, book pages, neutrals, patterns, colors and textures. But where do they get their papers? They make them!
This course will explore several basic techniques for creating a stash of beautiful and unique papers to build your collection.
We will build from simple techniques using minimal supplies to sophisticated layering, creating one-of-a-kind arty papers for use in a variety of creative endeavors.
Make a Variety of Papers
You'll complete this course with a huge variety of papers from colorful painted papers, book pages, neutrals, patterned papers, tissue and parchment papers. You can start creating right away with bonus lessons on using your newly-made papers.
Learn Multiple Techniques
Explore a variety of techniques including painting, mark making, stamping with found objects, stenciling, gel plate printing, and more! Learn how to combine techniques to elevate and embellish your papers into something truly unique to you.
Explore New Mediums
We'll use acrylics, watercolors, pens, markers, sprays, powders, pastels, inks, and more! It's a great way to explore different mediums, learn how they can be used, and make informed decisions before purchasing any new art supplies.
What's Included?
- 29 lessons in a variety of techniques for creating painted, arty papers
- 7 bonus lessons on how to use your papers to make beautiful art projects, collages, and journal pages.
- 46 instructional videos--over 9 hours of video instruction!
- 5 FREE printables to download and use in your artwork including a sentiment sheet and background papers created by Erin in the development of this course.
Let your creative juices flow and your inner child play through these fun and easy lessons.
We will build from simple techniques to sophisticated layering to create one-of-a-kind arty papers for use in a variety of creative endeavors.
Mistakes are welcome as opportunities and every scrap of paper (even the really ugly ones!) is seen as a potential work of art.
Simple Techniques
Variety of Styles
Sophisticated Results
Bonus Lessons!
Start creating immediately with your newly made stash of painted papers! Follow these easy, step-by-step lessons with simple ideas for showcasing your papers in your creative endeavors.
Example Curriculum
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the course start?
You have instant access to the entire course as soon as you register. You can start immediately upon registering.
Does this class meet regularly?
The lessons in this course are pre-recorded videos, so there is no regularly scheduled meeting or class time. You can watch the videos and work through the lessons at your own pace.
How long do I have access to the course?
The course comes with lifetime access. Lifetime access means as long as eb Mixed Media remains on this platform. You have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like.
Is this course suitable for beginners?
This course is especially suitable for complete beginners. No experience is necessary. If you enjoy mixed-media and want to learn more, this course is for you.
What supplies do I need?
I provide a supply list but I encourage you to work with what you have at hand. Before purchasing anything, watch the lessons first to determine which, if any, supplies you might like to add to your collection.
Do I need internet access for the course?
Yes, you will need a good internet connection to access the videos and related content in this course.
