Art Collage Techniques

Paper Quilting Technique
Mixed Media Collage

I am excited to share a new (for me) technique, which I love. It is kind of like a quilted paper collage. I've always wanted to try "quilting" and thought I'd start with something I felt comfortable with~paper and mixed media. I love the sense of freedom that mixed media collages give when I create compared to my acrylic painting where I feel it isn't so free-more structured.

Here are a couple of pieces that I created using this technique. I started with the paper quilted background and used neutral acrylic paint over top. I then added ink to create an aged look and added the cardstock image, again aging with ink and paint. I added stamping in some areas as well and sayings to add to the piece. Keep an eye out for future blog entries where I will show you step by step how to create using this technique!

Oh my... It's Been Almost A Year

Almost a year for what you ask? Since I've started painting... what were you thinking? It has been almost a whole year since my painting career has exploded. If you had asked me last July about painting and having exhibitions I would have told you that you were crazy and you have the wrong person. I have had a great year... and plan on riding the exciting roller coaster where it intends to take me. Sometimes life leads us on the most unexpected paths. Now that I look back I had been wishing for something more fulfilling and my wish came true.

Quote~ Be willing to let anything happen.
~Dr. Wayne W. Dyer