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  • Art Journaling with Acrylic Paint and Stencils
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    Art Journaling with Acrylic Paint and Stencils

    May 21, 2021 /

    Have you ever tried art journaling with acrylic paint and stencils? It can be fun, but sometimes it can be challenging to get a beautiful focal image. Today we will discuss some of my favorite tips for adding acrylic paint through stencils to create a dimensional art journal page. Using Acrylic Paint with Stencils Art journaling with acrylic paint and stencils is very easy to learn. Lay your stencil down on the surface and apply paint through the stencil. But the challenge is how to get a crisp, consistent image and beautiful shading on your image. The Right Tool for Acrylic Paint I am always exploring new tools and ways…

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    Nadine Milton

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    How to Create Layers Using Ink Blending

    April 16, 2021 /

    Creating in a journal is a great self-care practice but it can be challenging to add layers and dimension to a page. Today we will discuss how to create layers using ink blending in your creative projects. Layering Inks Layering inks is a great way of creating dimension in your projects. There are several things to consider when you are creating layers with your inks: Color Values In my last article I shared about how to use color values when creating a monochromatic project. By using a variety of color values this creates different shades and intensity of color, which adds dimension to your project. Type of Ink Certain types…

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    Having the Courage to be Seen

    September 12, 2020 /

    Have you ever had moments where having the courage to be seen is difficult? In my mindfulness practice this week I created this art journal project about how we can be brave in our lives and let ourselves be seen.  Having Courage Having courage is rarely easy. We may upset people that we care about. It might mean making some hard choices to let ourselves be seen. Having the courage to be seen requires us to choose what is important to us, what we believe and how we want to be seen in the world. Having the courage to be seen can be difficult. It can require hard conversations and…

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Nadine Milton

Visual Storyteller & Mixed Media Artist

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Recent Posts

  • 3 Ways to Make Your Mixed Media Pages POP!3 Techniques to Make Your Mixed Media Pages POP!
    In Art Journal, Techniques
  • How to Make Collage Papers for FreeMake Gorgeous Collage Papers for Free
    In Techniques
  • How to Choose an Art Journal You’ll Love
    In Art Journal
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