Category Archives: Mediums

Stormy Seascape – Working on a prepped Sketchbook Page

One thing I love doing is drawing on a prepped sketchbook page. This spread is done in my Ranger Journal with a background using Flash Paints from LeFrance & Bourgeoise. These paints are similar to acrylic gouache. They are drying mat and permanent. I love using them as a base layer in my sketchbook. AsContinue reading “Stormy Seascape – Working on a prepped Sketchbook Page”

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 and Distress Oxides. By layering up different patterns you can create depth and interest. I’m combining the background with stamps from Mixed Media Marks 1. My focal imagesContinue reading “Art Journal Page – Distress Inks Smooshing – Video Tutorial”

Landscapes – An abstract Version

The main thing why I am playing in my sketchbooks is fun I have doing this. I almost feel like a child when I can grab all kinds of colourful materials and put them onto the paper without being afraid what comes out. I truely never care about the result! In my opinion that’s theContinue reading “Landscapes – An abstract Version”

Gelli Printing Session – Video Tutorial

Hi there, Susanne here with a gelli printing video using stamps to create patterns on the plate. This is a fun and easy way to get some beautiful prints. Today I am making some spring themed prints with my Pencil Marks 7 stamp set and some neutral ones with the grid stamp from Mixed MediaContinue reading “Gelli Printing Session – Video Tutorial”

Abstract Watercolor Art Journal Page – Video Tutorial

Hi there, Susanne here with a beginner friendly art journaling tutorial testing an art journal from Action using watercolors directly on the paper. I’m creating an abstract layout and combine this with some stamps (Pencil Marks 1), mark making and collage. It’s a very easy and relaxing process! Perfect to create some art when there’sContinue reading “Abstract Watercolor Art Journal Page – Video Tutorial”

Places near my Home – Sketchbook Practice

I love going out to draw and have a play in my sketchbook. It’s so much different compared to drawing from photos, but of course it takes a lot more effort. Often I sketch on location, then take photos and make more detailed spreads with more mediums at home. Today I am sharing some spreadContinue reading “Places near my Home – Sketchbook Practice”