Mixed Media: Building Layers with Paints and Inks

Mixed Media Art Tutorial - Build Layers with Inks, Paint, Stamping & Stencilling on Cotton Rag Paper Welcome to another creative session! In this mixed media art tutorial, we’ll dive into layering techniques using vivid inks, acrylic paints, stamping, stencilling, and embellishing to create a stunning abstract art journal page — perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike. Whether you're working in an art journal, on canvas, or a cotton rag paper, this step-by-step project will show you how to: 🔹 Use water-reactive inks for vibrant backgrounds 🔹 Apply paint with a brayer for rich texture 🔹 Add depth with white gesso and stencil techniques 🔹 Incorporate stamping with archival ink 🔹 Mix custom colours and achieve beautiful drips and splatters 🔹 Work with wooden embellishments (like MDF) for dimensional effects 🔹 Choose the right paper for different ink effects 🔹 Finish with layered composition techniques 🖌️ Supplies Used: Cotton rag paper Vivid Inks (Will Scarlet, Loxley Yellow, Little John) Acrylic paints (Yellow Submarine, Townhouse Teal, Stroke of Midnight) White gesso Stencils & background stamps Versafine ink Fan brush & brayer Heat gun & paint mat Hot press watercolor card MDF embellishments (Woodology) Luscious mica powder (Sparkling Waterfall) Grab & Go glue 💡 This project is perfect for creating a frameable abstract artwork, art journal page, or even handmade mixed media cards. Stick to a simple colour palette, let layers shine through, and experiment with your own creative touch. 📸 Don’t forget to take a photo before gluing everything down! 👍 Like this video if you found it inspiring, share with your crafty friends, and subscribe to HobbyMaker Tutorials for weekly creative content! #MixedMedia #ArtJournaling #CraftTutorial #AcrylicPaint #Stamping #Stenciling #LayeredArt #Inks #CottonRagPaper #CreativeTutorial #DIYArt #ArtVideo #BeginnerFriendly #CraftWithMe