Reach For the Sun Mixed Media Art Tutorial

Reach For the Sun Mixed Media Art Tutorial

This project is all about building a fast blue background with Distress Oxide Sprays, then layering a bold, textured flower over the top with gesso and acrylic paint. The finished piece has rich color, raised texture, soft teal outlines, and a fun spiral center. It’s...
Life is Art Mixed Media Art Journal Tutorial

Life is Art Mixed Media Art Journal Tutorial

This project is a bright, funky, Dr. Seuss-inspired mixed media art journal page all about playful flowers, bold background color, and the reminder that “Life is art.” You’ll create a soft but colorful Distress Oxide Spray background, add whimsical acrylic flowers...
In the Meadow Watercolor Art Tutorial

In the Meadow Watercolor Art Tutorial

This project is all about creating a fast, vibrant background and turning it into a fresh leafy mixed media art journal page. You’ll use Distress Oxide Sprays, resist spray, rubbing alcohol, watercolor, black acrylic linework, metallic gold, and a few tiny red hearts...
ART Dandelion Frame Mixed Media Art Tutorial

ART Dandelion Frame Mixed Media Art Tutorial

This project is a bright and cheerful 5×7 framed art piece featuring a warm Distress Oxide background, soft purple flowers, grassy green details, and bold teal letters spelling “ART.” It’s a fun mixed media project that comes together quickly and makes a sweet...
Springtime Florals Mixed Media Art Tutorial

Springtime Florals Mixed Media Art Tutorial

If you’re looking for an easy watercolor flower painting idea with a soft spring palette, this resist watercolor tutorial is a beautiful project to try. In this step-by-step mixed media art journal lesson, you’ll learn how to use resist spray with watercolor to create...