Instructions 

The newest Dina Wakley MEdia Journal is finally here, and it’s time to test it out with all of our favorite mixed media techniques!

Step 1: With a paintbrush, spread acrylic paint across a page in the Ledger Journal. 

Step 2: Add collage tissue to the page using Gel Medium. After the Gel Medium dries, add gloss across the page. Spray some water on the gloss to let it spread.

Step 3: While the gloss is drying, stamp a few square tags with moon images using black Archival Ink. 

Step 4: Using contrasting colors to those used on the page, add a thin layer of gloss to the stamped tags. 

Step 5: Using a mini blending tool, add stenciling across the page. Then, with a Stabilo all pencil, add journaling as well. 

Step 6: Stamp a few images and phrases to use as a focal point onto white cardstock and cut them out. 

Step 7: Spread a thin line of Media Glue along the edges of the back of one of the tags. Add a couple extra dollops in the middle as well. With the glue side down, press firmly to adhere the tag to the page. 

Step 8: Using the Media Glue, add your focal point images and phrases to the page. Finish the page off with some splatters!

 Hello! My name is Laura Dame, and I have been a mixed media artist for 9 years now. I love to play and experiment in my art journals, and also enjoy dabbling in abstract, collage, and floral artworks. My family and I currently live in Austin, TX, and you can often find us out camping or enjoying nature. You can find me on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram at @lauramixedmedia. Check out my website for more information and artwork.