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Creating a large art journal page with a face
In this tutorial we will be working in a big journal and create a colourful inky spread with some popular mixed media supplies. I recommend working in an A4 size journal (letter size), but of course you could do this in a smaller journal too.

Posted by Iris F. from London, United Kingdom • Published 20th January 2018 • See Iris F.'s 7 projects »

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Step 1
Brayer craft paint on the whole spread. Brayer white craft paint as a second layer to done down the first.
Step 2
Brayer metallic paint around the edges.
Step 3
Use spray inks in several places. I used Dylusions inks in yellows and pinks to complement the background.
Step 4
Sketch a simple front facing portrait with a black charcoal pencil
Step 5
Add shading and highlights with watercolours. Don't be afraid to use dark and bright colours (rather than 'skin' colours), it all lends depth and interest.
Step 6
Use white and black paint pens to add details.
Step 7
Paint the hair white. If you used Dylusions in the prevous steps then the colour of them will shine through the white which is a nice effect.
Step 8
Scribble words on the edges of the hair with an applicator bottle
Step 9
Using a stencil and spray ink add interesting patterns to the hair.
Step 10
Stamp some meaningful words in the hair