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Recent Posts

  • How to get past a creative block- try this amazing mixed media art journal page!Struggling with Creative Block? Try this Easy Art Journal Page!
    In Art Journal, Artist's Journey
  • gel plate printing with leaves and grassesUnique & Easy Gel Printing with Leaves and Grasses
    In Techniques
  • How to get the most textured collage in your art journalCreate the Ultimate Textured Collage with this Technique
    In Projects, Techniques
  • Fall Scrapbooking Page using Gelli Prints and Wild Whisper Designs Strength of the Season Ephemera
    Projects

    Too Many Gelli Prints? A Fall Project for Using Your Prints

    September 10, 2021 /

    Do you ever make Gelli prints but are unsure on how to use them in a project? Last week I shared a few techniques on printing with the Gelli Arts mini plates. Today I will show you how to use these prints in a project. Seasons Change The inspiration for this project was a quote “seasons change and so do we.” I am currently in another season of change and this quote resonated with me. We all go through change. The choice is whether we embrace the change or resist it. In times of change, taking the time to reflect is important. We should reflect on the past and think…

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    Nadine Milton

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    October 21, 2022
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    July 3, 2020
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    Canvas Preparation for the Art Curious

    March 4, 2022
  • How to Design a Scrapbook Page Camera Detail
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    How to Design a Scrapbook Page

    May 1, 2021 /

    Do you ever struggle with how to design a scrapbook page? As it is National Scrapbooking Day, we will be talking about techniques for creating stronger layouts.   If you have never tried scrapbooking as a creative practice, give it a try! It is a great medium that gives you an opportunity to reflect on memories and journal about your experiences. Looking back through scrapbooks is also a fun way to remember the amazing experiences of our lives.    Designing a Scrapbook Page When learning how to design a scrapbook page, there are 3 things that help in the creative process. Tip 1: Using Coordinating Papers Start with coordinating papers…

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    Nadine Milton

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    How to Use Watercolor Backgrounds in an Art Journal Page

    How to Use Watercolor Backgrounds in an Art Journal

    September 2, 2022
    How to Use Watercolor Paint

    How to Use Watercolor Paint

    July 17, 2020
    Living in the Moment Art Journal Page Paint Tutorial

    Living in the Moment: An Art Journal Painting Tutorial on Denim

    August 27, 2021
  • Scrapbook Page Design Tips
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    Scrapbook Page Design Tips

    March 12, 2021 /

    Do you ever struggle with coming up with a strong design on a scrapbook page or art journal page? This week I will be sharing scrapbook page design tips that will help you create pleasing compositions with ease. Creating a Strong Layout Creating a strong layout seems simple. But it can feel like a struggle to get the photos, papers and mixed media elements work well together. Here are 3 tips that I use for creating a strong scrapbook page design: Tip 1: Rule of Thirds By using the rule of thirds when placing your photos and images, this will help create a stronger design. If you are not familiar…

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    Nadine Milton

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    October 7, 2022
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    One Page Fold Up Book: Instax Mini Album

    July 2, 2021

    How to Paint a Tree in 3 Easy Steps!

    June 12, 2024

Nadine Milton

Visual Storyteller & Mixed Media Artist

Welcome to Hop-A-Long Studio! I would love for you to join me in the journey of self-care through artistic expression.

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Recent Posts

  • How to get past a creative block- try this amazing mixed media art journal page!Struggling with Creative Block? Try this Easy Art Journal Page!
    In Art Journal, Artist's Journey
  • gel plate printing with leaves and grassesUnique & Easy Gel Printing with Leaves and Grasses
    In Techniques
  • How to get the most textured collage in your art journalCreate the Ultimate Textured Collage with this Technique
    In Projects, Techniques
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