August Art Recipe!

Buckle up! We have LOTS happening today! Not only do we have a gorgeous beach-themed Art Recipe, but we are also hosting a creative media hop with Finnabair...with gorgeous prizes! Scroll down for details!

 

 

August Art Recipe: This month;s recipe features ocean-inspired projects + new colors of Metallique Acrylics: Coral Reef, Mermaid Teal, and Pear; along with Art Stones (of all sizes) and Clear Glass Beads. Can you hear the ocean waves calling your name?

 

Kasia Bogatko is here with a gorgeous beachy canvas! See more of Kasia's work on her site!

"I really like creating projects on canvases. When I use them, I'm not worried about the amount of paints and media as this surface is much more durable than paper. This time I used a round base and I built a multi-layered, rich composition." ~ Kasia

 

 

There are many fantastic ways to use Art Alchemy paints. I use them as watercolors - I spray the water immediately after application, but remember  you have to be fast. After drying, the paint is permanent. When you use the paints this way, you get a more delicate pastel look, when used straight from the tube (or jar), you will get brighter, more saturated tones. These paints are also perfect for splashing and we get beautiful glossy dots. They also work brilliantly with Art Alchemy Waxes and you can see this effect on the seahorse which I painted with paints and highlighted the details with one of the Waxes.

 

 

Prima Products: Art Alchemy Metallique Acrylic Paints: Coral Reef 964504, Mermaid Teal 964467, White Pearl 964436; Art Ingredients: Mega Art Stones 964672, Mini Art Stones 963712, Art Stones 963705, Glass Beads 964030; St. Tropez 12X12 Paper Pad 992712, 12x12 Collection Kit-French Riviera 584351, SIIC-French Riviera 584801, SIIC Vintage Emporium 584795, IOD Decor Mold Medallions 815790; Art Basics: Heavy Gesso - White 961374, Clear Gesso 961466; Art Alchemy Metallique Wax Aged Brass 963965, Flower Bundle Mint 590017, Heaven Sent Flowers Ellie 588397, Rossibelle Flowers Harper 590550

 

 

 

 

John Creighton Petersen shows how to use vacation photos to create your own special keepsake! See more of John's work on his site!

"Many escape to the beach for a summer holiday, but I like to save those trips for the winter time when the dreary gray skies and rain of Seattle become a little bit on the unbearable side of things. With memories of the beautiful beaches and the crystal clear ocean surrounding the Bahamas on my mind, I decided that it was time I captured some of the memories from our trip there a few months ago." ~ John

 

1. I started this project with the shadow box frame, beginning with a base coat of Blue Patina Paste, followed with Mint Green Patina Paste. To add more colors that reminded me of the ocean, I highlighted the frame with some of the new Metallique paint colors – Midnight Sky, Mermaid Teal and a light touch of Coral Reef.

 

 

2. For the background of the project, I applied muslin fabric shaped with Clear Sculpture Medium to create my 'water' which was painted with Metallique Deep Waters as a base color, followed with highlights of Metallique Emerald Green and Mermaid Teal.

 

3. Once dried it was time to add some findings of our trip, using Snowflake Paste as my adhesive for my shells, driftwood, Art Stones, Micro Beads in Splash and Grass, and a touch of crushed sea glass.

 

4. Once dried, I painted the Art Stones and driftwood with Metallique Soft Satin, then highlighted the driftwood with Coral Reef.

 

5. To add a little shimmer to the sea shells, a quick layer of the new Metallique White Pearl was the perfect touch. To add a little more color to the background, I painted the back of a couple of Art Pebbles with Metallique Mermaid Teal.

 

6. Around the edges of the photos, I mixed Metallique Coral Reef with Texture Powder and applied with a brush.

Prima Products: Paint Brushes 963866, Snowflake Paste 962906, Patina Pastes - Blue 964740, Mint Green 964757; Metallique Paints: Coral Reef 964504, Mermaid Teal 964467, Midnight Sky 964450, Soft Satin 964443, White Pearl 964436, Emerald Green 963170, Deep Waters 963118; Sculpture Medium 963019, Mega Art Stones 964672, Texture Powder 963699, Art Ingredients Micro Beads: Splash 962630, Grass 962623, Melange Art Pebbles 963323, Fabric Pack 963941

 

 

 

Sanda Reynolds's piece has amazing texture! She will share a simple technique so you can create it too. See more of Sanda's work on her site!

 

"Hello, My Friends! I was thrilled to create a project for the Prima Art Recipe this month as I absolutely love these products and the colour combo. The Art Alchemy Metallique Paints are one of my favourites, along with the Art Stones, and Clear Glass Beads. There isn’t any secret that I adore texture, and the Art Stones and Glass Beads are just perfect for that!" ~ Sanda

1. So, I rolled up my sleeves and I started by applying a layer of Heavy White Gesso on a piece of watercolour paper. When this was dry, I came with another layer, this time I used Modeling Paste. I spread a generous amount of the paste with a silicone brush and while wet, I pressed another piece of cardstock on top and then, pulled them apart to reveal a fabulous texture. This is a very easy and quick technique, yet very effective.

2. I dried everything with a heating tool and then, I cut the paper into ATC size. I created my composition on each card and glued everything down 3D Matte Gel.

3. My next step was to add paint to all of my cards and for this I used Art Alchemy paints Metallique – Coral Reef, Mermaid Teal, and White Pearl - along with touches of Jade Impasto paint and Metallique Lime Green.

4. As the finishing touch and to highlight the texture I used Art Alchemy Sparks (Mermaid Sparkle and Butterfly Spells). I hope you’ll feel inspired by my project and try to create your own mixed media cards using these fabulous products.

 

Prima products:Art Basics: Heavy Gesso White 961374, Modeling Paste 961350, 3D Matte Gel 961398, Silicone brush 2” 963880; Art Alchemy Impasto Paint Jade 964627, Art Ingredients: Mega Art Stones 964672, Art Stones 963705, Mini Art Stones 963712, Glass Beads Crystal 964030; Art Alchemy Metallique Acrylic paints: Coral Reef 964504, Mermaid Teal 964467, White Pearl 964436, Lime Green 963224; Mechanicals: Rustic Gears 963439, Art Alchemy Sparks: Mermaid Sparkle 964085, Butterfly Spells 964122; Color Bloom spray - Precious Stone 573812

 

 

 

 

Join Finnabair and Prima for a prize-filled, inspirational media hop! You will find give-aways + inspirational projects on a few of our different media, so check out Facebook, our blogs, and Instagram accounts to make sure you get a chance to win! HAVE FUN!

1. Instagram: @prima_mixedmedia + @finnabair
2. Blogs: www.prima.typepad.com + http://tworzysko.blogspot.com/
3. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PrimaMarketing/ + https://www.facebook.com/groups/1594058807478454/

 

 

 

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Comments

[Leslie Lineberry]

When it comes to loads of texture, I can't get enough of it! All of these inspiring projects by such an amazing group of talented creators have such depth and detail! Thanks so for sharing!

[Aangee shah]

It's just amazing inspiration post I must say... Even a great hop

[Autumn Clark]

Gorgeous inspiration! Love this recipe!

[Caroline Duncan]

All the projects are gorgeous!! Thanks for all the inspiration!

[Lynn Greenberg]

I'm a beach girl and these sing to my soul.

[D.Ann C]

These sea-themed projects are gorgeous! Love the colors, textures and that cool frame!!

[Kris stice]

Amazing projects!! So much inspiration on this hop!

[Jackie P]

Gorgeous inspiration! Thanks for sharing!

[Christine Dring]

Wow! Such incredible creations!

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Love the great project of this ary recipe!

[Cathy Frailey]

Such gorgeous, colorful projects! Love all the texture going on!

[Kimberly Daniels]

I have the most fun with these products! I just keep creating and creating and creating....

[Jean marmo]

I wish I could create like this. Just gorgeous !!

[Maribe Losada]

Congrats on your 10k followers!!

[Analia]

Beautiful projects

[Analia]

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[Analia]

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[Analia]

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[Analia]

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[Shilpa Shukla]

It's really inspiring for new mixed media artist like me. It just tells me that imagination and creativity has no boundaries. Thank you for sharing these beautiful projects 😍😍😍

[Wendy Mallas]

So much fabulousness. It's sometimes overwhelming. I love it all, texture, paints, papers, embellishments 🤗 Xx

[Tony lamboley]

Tres beaux projets !! Mais quand vont revenir en stock les cires de finnabair ??

[Claire]

Fabulous projects! Thanks for sharing with all of us.

[Lynne Joncas]

These projects are fabulous and so inspirational; I've just ordered more Art Alchemy waxes after I fell in love with the first one I got <3 Can't wait to play with them!

[Gemma maggs]

Beautiful projects and a fabulous hop. Thank you xx

[Sue]

Love the colours! Excellent projects, great hop too. :)

[Debby L]

So beautiful and intriguing. I have just recently started working with mixed media and my first purchases was Finnabair's products. I totally love them and it makes it easy for a novice like me to jump in. Thanks to Tiffany and Finnabair (and Prima) I am having a lot of fun with mixed media.

[Sara]

I would love to play with those colors!

[E. Smith]

Love the paint colors and the waxes are great!

[Amy Martin]

Completely stunning and amazing projects by all. I get blown away every time I see thr DT's ptojects. I am so inspired by them all. Thank you for sharing their amazing works and the hop. Thanks also for the chance to win. I would love to be able to try your products on my creations.

[Deborah Cox]

Beautiful projects!

[Amazing inspirational projects loved them all n awesome giveaway too]

All projects r so inspirational loved them all with awesome giveaway

[Craftyfield]

Sanda's piece is amazing... so much texture and colours!

[Roberta Genova - Craftyssim]

Congratulations and thanks for this beautiful giveaway! :D

[Nikki Farquhar]

Congrats on the 10k followers and thank you for always sharing such fabulous inspiration! Aquas, blues, corals and bronzes are my favs <3 Love all these projects!

[Randi M]

Kasia, Sanda, John - awesome, beautiful creations!! Congrats to Finn on 10,000 followers!

[Linda Burke]

Congrats on the 10k followers! I'm a huge fan and love your work and products.
The project that I stays with me is the wooden horse. I look for a horse every
where to alter. Haven't found one yet, but will keep looking. Another favorite is the turquoise and and copper long piece. I have made 3 variations of that - everyone loves the colors - including me!

[Anna colby]

Whoo hoo in your followers congrats. Oh how is love to win.

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Just ordered some of the waxes. Can't wait 🙂

[Monica]

Fabulous projects as always. Gosh these colors are amazing and the texture too. LOVE LOVE all from you and the DT.
Thanks for sharing and for the generous give-away.
Hugs from Monica
Spain

[veverka.Hela]

Awesome marine stories. The most me interested in ATC. Now a lot of dedicate their formation. Thank you for the inspiration.

[Sandie]

Congratulations !!! Thanks so much for sharing all the wonderfully inspiring creations from you and your team. Cheers for this beautiful giveaway!

[Sue Fontaine]

Great, amazing projects!! Love the colors!

[Wendy]

Love all the beautiful texture created across these projects. A feast for our eyes!

[diana @ playing]

I keep on learning more about your paints and love them.

[Michelle Logan]

Congrats on the wonderful but also well deserved goal of 10k followers and the chance to win! Love all the work here, so much loveliness to adore!

[Carol Curran]

Honestly if I would have myway I could sit on finnabair and prima blogs and FB groups all day. The guys in my house would never eat or have clean clothes so I will have to settle for some of the time with all this amazing talent in one place. It's extremely inspiring and still so much to learn. Thank u!