Author Archives: susanneroseart

Art Journal Page – Distress Inks Smooshing – Video Tutorial

Hi everybody! I’m sharing an art journal tutorial today using one of my favourite techniques to create a background. I am using stencils together with Distress Inks. By layering up different patterns you can create depth and interest. I’m combining the background with stamps from our new Mix It Up 5 & Mix It UpContinue reading “Art Journal Page – Distress Inks Smooshing – Video Tutorial”

Abstract Art Journal Tutorial with Collage Fodder

Hi everybody. I am sharing a new art journaling vide today which is perfect for beginners. I am using acrylic inks together with collage and a bit of mark making in my art journal. If you don’t have acrylic inks you can use watercolors instead! I am laying down the inks quite loosely and tryContinue reading “Abstract Art Journal Tutorial with Collage Fodder”

Drawing from Vintage Books

Today I am sharing some sketchbook pages that are drawn from two of my favourite vintage art books. It’s from Thorburn’s Mammals & Thorburn’s Birds. These books are so beautiful and inspiring! I love drawing from them as the images are already rendered and that makes it easier to interpret them more loosely than drawingContinue reading “Drawing from Vintage Books”