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Line and Dot Mandala Learn how make a simple dot mandala and then add a few detail lines to give it an antique lace feel. This intro lesson covers the basics, including instructions for an inexpensive turntable and easy methods to fix any mandala “mishaps”.
Dot Mandala Tools One secret to creating beautiful dot mandalas is having the right tools. I show you how to use a wooden pencil to create perfect dots in just about any size you’ll need. I also show you how to make your own stylus tools with ball-shaped ends, and a simple turntable using a thumbtack, straight pin or seed bead. Even better- these tools are either inexpensive to buy (or nearly free) and easy
Easy Art Journal Mandala Learn how you can create a hand-sketched mandala like this one in just a few simple steps. This is a great project for anyone, from the true beginner to the experienced artist who is looking for a warm up art activity to get those creative juices flowing.
Learn how easy it is to create beautiful, colorful dot mandala paintings with just a few simple tools. If you can stamp, you can do this!
Learn how to make a simple, kid-friendly skeleton marionette puppet with a cardboard tube and a few rolled paper and plastic beads.
Learn how to paint a portrait using gouache- an opaque watercolor medium- and learn the real secret to getting the results you desire.
Learn how to paint a whimsical sugar skull using only two craft paint colors and a couple of inexpensive stamps.
Learn how to make beautiful leaf prints with watercolors. The technique is so simple it can be done by a child but the results will amaze you!
I created this Mixed Media Butterfly with a small piece of printed tissue paper, a few butterfly cutouts and encaustic (warm wax) medium.
Quick video clip showing to use encaustic wax to preserve freshly picked leaves & flowers that I will use in one of my art journals.