Abstract Mixed Media Collage with Gel Print and Collage Leaves

Hi there, Susanne here with an abstract collage that is done in one of my small spiral bound sketchbooks using one of my patchwork gelli prints, mark making and stamps. I used a leaf from our Collage Leaves 2 stamp set as my focal image. I love these little art journals as the pages are not very big. This is the perfect size to make some art that takes not too much time. Click continue for a full process video and also for a full tutorial on how I made the gelli print.

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Mixed Media Art Journal Tutorial for Beginners with Collage and Pencil Marks 7

Hi there, Susanne here with a beginner friendly art journaling tutorial using collage, Distress Crayons and stamps from our new Pencil Marks 7 stamp set. I am building an easy background with neutral paper scraps from old books, stationery supplies and some left over paint paper. If you don’t have Distress Crayons you can substitute them perfectly with any kind of water-soluble crayon. Click continue for a full video tutorial.

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Index Cards with Mixed Media Background and our Collage Fodder

Hi there, Susanne here with a duo of mixed media index card using our fabulous and versatile Sketchy Leaves stamps. For the background I used collage paper combined with softpastels, liquid charcoal, stamps and mark making. You can apply this technique to any kind of mixed media project. It will work perfectly on an art journal page, as a greeting card background and for artist trading cards.

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