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Here's another art journal page that I just completed.
Although, I first sealed the page with matte medium before painting, I forgot to add a layer of medium on the back of the page as added protection. Lesson learned: Seal both sides of the paper before painting.
I began this portrait, in my art journal, by using a make-up sponge to dab on brown and black pigment inks to create afro-style hair. I had no grand plan in mind but I like the end result.
Working in an art journal is always a relaxing endeavor for me. According to Elizabeth Warson, professor at George Washington University’s art therapy program: "The regular practice of creating via an art journal can reduce your heart rate, increase serotonin flow and immune cells, and decrease stress responses."
I created these hearts using jewelry resin and a silicone heart mold. I purchased the mold at Michaels in the cake decorating department. This was my first time working with resin and molds. I was surprised at how easy it was to create these pieces.
The most important step is correctly measuring the resin and hardener so that the mixture doesn't dry with a sticky surface.
I colored the resin with two drops of blue transparent resin dye and one drop of green to create a turquoise tint. I used resin to attach the rhinestones to the hearts.
Have you seen this? Sheena Liam is an international fashion model who creates lovely, embroidered hoop art. I'm just loving her creations, especially the hair styles.
You can read more about her in this Martha Stewart post. Also, check out Liam's Instagram feed for more striking art work.
Here's an abstract floral piece that I just completed. I was inspired by a Ali Brown You Tube video on painting Abstract Flowers. I changed it up a bit by adding script text all over the page and a pink border.
I began the painting by using Golden Acrylic Ground for Pastels to seal my art journal page. I didn't have any Golden Absorbent Ground on hand. Later, I did a little research and found that you can make your own absorbent ground by mixing 3 parts gesso and 1 part modeling paste. I'm going to experiment with that mixture.
I think I'd like to try this painting again and incorporate some different art techniques.
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