Using Deli Paper and Shimmerz Paints to Create a Mixed Media Background

Hi and Happy Monday!

Tina here today with a super fun technique for creating random, spray mist and watercolor backgrounds, using Deli Paper.

The starting point (and inspiration catalyst) for my Art Journal pages always starts with my backgrounds.  I love to experiment and try new product and techniques for interesting and colorful designs.

I 'stumbled' upon this idea out of what already existed on my desk, deli paper.  A few years ago, I purchased a huge box of deli paper to use for Gelli Prints and layering in scrapbook pages.  Because I have more than I will ever use, I often use it to 'protect' my surface as I create other projects.  A few weeks ago, I had finished another project and loved the color left over on my deli paper, so I 'smooshed' it onto a black art journal page.  I loved the Kaleidoscope look so I thought it would be fun to play and create a background for a finished Art Journal page.

Here's a brief step by step on how I created this background.

Step One
Grab some of your favorite Shimmerz Sprays and Creemeez.  You will also need deli paper or wax paper.

Step Two
Spray and/or paint with your mists and watercolors, directly on the deli paper.  Not much spray/paint is needed as it beads up on the paper.

Step Three
Fold the deli paper in half (lengthwise) and smoosh the spray/paint together.  Colors will blend and mix beautifully.

 Step Four
Open your deli paper and 'print' directly onto your blank art journal page.  I love the mirrored image you get from the paint.

Step Five
Repeat Step Three and Four, adding layers to your art journal page until you have created a background you love.  I placed the deli paper in different directions on my page to add color in all directions.

Step Six
Add stamping, doodling, etc.
I painted my stamp with acrylic paint and stamped directly on my background.  I added doodling and words to finish my page.

This technique would look fabulous on a mixed media scrapbook layout as well.  I hope you enjoyed my project today.

Thank you for stopping by!  Have a wonderful day!

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