Doodling. Coloring. Pattern-making. Fabric. We’re about to show you how to combine all of these elements to create one incredible mixed-media landscape! This project from artists Peri-Laine Nilan and Valerie McRae first appeared in our fall 2016 issue of Zen Doodle Workshop magazine. Their piece showcases the vibrant colors of fall in a beautiful autumn…
Fall is just around the corner, and that means it’s prime time to infuse some autumn-themed projects into your mixed-media art. If you’re not sure where to begin, look no further than fall’s beautiful blooms for inspiration. In this tutorial from our September/October 2015 issue, artist Diana Trout shows you how to use muslin and…
For those of us who love paper—I mean really love paper—too much is never enough. With that in mind, we’ve put together a fantastic bundle of magazines and a book that are all about—take a deep breath—paper art. The Paper Lover’s Ultimate Collection will keep you in paper heaven for a long time, with projects that…
Paper cutting has fascinated me for years, but I’ll let you in on a little secret—I’ve been too intimidated to try anything but rudimentary designs. Some of the cut paper art I’ve seen is so intricate that I can’t quite believe a human being made it. I thought it would take countless hours of practice…
There’s so much to discover in Zentangle® and doodling, and so many wonderful techniques that you can incorporate into your art journal pages, fabric art, collages, and more. Kass Hall gets you started with this tutorial from her book The Zentangle® Untangled Workbook. Best of all, practicing is fun! Grab a pen, some paper, and…
I am an unapologetic sappy romantic, and I love Valentine’s Day. I’ll use any excuse to let my friends and family know how much they mean to me, and I especially like to show them by giving handmade gifts. This year I made a tangle-inspired Valentine with paper clay, using a tangle design from my sketchbook. I…
Let’s be honest–it isn’t easy to resist something that glitters. So why not add a touch (or more) of shine to your mixed-media art? Let Christine Adolph show you how to use transfer foil without using an expensive machine.
A quick lesson from Elizabeth St. Hilaire on how to make handmade cards using painted papers that you can include in your holiday preparations.
Welcome to the first day of our Cloth Paper Scissors Holiday Sweepstakes! Starting today and going through November 23rd we’ll be giving away a fantastic prize every day to a lucky winner: the latest and greatest art supplies, gift certificates to your favorite companies, books, magazines, and more! Enter every day for a chance to win on our…
Mixed-media artist Ronda Palazzari shares stamping techniques for beginners in this excerpt from her book, Art of Layers.
