To get inspired, many of us purchase mixed-media art magazines and books, read blogs and take courses. I also like to use my completed art pieces to jump-start ideas for new projects. Many times, it is my smaller works of art that help me to design larger art creations.
For example, I used my collaged Alice in Wonderland postcard to create a 9" x 12" mixed-media art & watercolor painting as shown below. Do you practice this habit?
If not, set aside some time to review your past art work. Look at your ATCs, inchies, postcards, greeting cards, paintings, chubby books, assemblage pieces and board books. Ask yourself how you can transform this completed art into different media.
Think bigger, think smaller, bright colors or pale pastels, simple designs or complex. If you already use your completed art to create new works, why not share your discoveries with us.
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