Layer 1: Scribbling and Foundations Scribble with a Pencil Process: Close your eyes and let your hand move freely, making lines in all sections of your paper. Pointer: Focus on the sensation of movement. Let go of control and trust the lines to appear where they need to. Blend with Gesso Process: Use a knife to …
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Layer 1: Building a Base with Acrylic Colors Step: Apply chunks of acrylic colors in different values (use one color + white + unbleached titanium + Burnt Sienna). Example: I used pink as my base color. Brush Technique: Work with a small brush to give yourself more time to blend and spread the paint around. Pointer: …
Layer 1: Establishing the Foundation – Scribble & Journal Scribble with a Pencil Process: With your eyes closed, scribble freely across the surface, focusing on the feeling of your hand moving. Pointer: Let go of control and allow your energy to flow through the pencil. These marks are raw expressions of emotion. Blend with Gesso Process: …
Layer I – Fluid mark making Step 1: Initiating the Flow with Water & Ink Process: Start by spraying water onto the surface, then add more with a brush. Drop acrylic ink (burnt sienna) onto the wet areas, watching how it spreads, creating soft, ethereal shapes. In drier spots, it will stay bolder. Spray more water …
Layer 1: Setting the Foundation 1. Express Your Thoughts Process: Write down your thoughts and emotions. Scribble words or doodles with pencils and pastels. Pointer: Let this be raw and intuitive. Think of this step as creating a personal connection with your art. 2. Unleash Wild Marks Process: Choose 2-3 muted light colors and one …