Since I absolutely adore mermaids I knew I had to make this
image the focal of my first project with this lovely new paper, By the Sea for Graphic 45.
I chose a contrasting background
that would make the blue imagery of the “My Anchor” sheet pop. Once I glued down the background and my
layered images, I decided to get fun with some ocean themed stuff I had around
the house. I started by gluing down the
starfish with matte medium. At this time
I also layered in some netting that went with the aquatic theme. Then I got crazy with the shells, layering
and layering.
Finally I dusted it with
sand, even adding some matte medium in areas to build up my drifts. I love how the sand added texture.
The “mermaid wanted” sign is sandwiched in
between two sheets of mica to give it a reflective quality. I finished off the piece with a plastic
anchor that I think was intended for a fish tank. I find lots of cool stuff at garage sales.
I hope you are now inspired to add a bit of
mixed media collage to your next project!
Cheers!
delightful
ReplyDeleteThis is very cool. As a Cancer and ocean lover, I like everything going on here.
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