Posted by Emily Midgett
on March 18, 2019
Good morning! Emily Midgett here with you today to share a new video on how I create quick scenes by grounding my stamped images with a masked, ink-blended background.
(If you’re having a problem viewing this embedded video, please try watching it HERE on YouTube.)
I struggle with creating scenes on card fronts, because covering the entire canvas of a card base with stamped images can be a little daunting. Instead of having to fill the entire card front with different elements for your scene, you can limit your canvas by adding a small masked area to fill with your scenic elements.
In case you can't watch the video, here's a short explanation of my process for this project: I did some simple coloring on the Hot Air Blooms stamp set using Copic markers. I added some Post-It Notes on my white card base, then used Dusty Blue and Stone Wash inks to blend a strip of sky, removing the masking paper to reveal the crisp white areas above and below. I added a greeting from the new Mix and Match Compliments stamp set, then added my scenic elements using dimensional foam adhesive.
I hope you've enjoyed this video, and if you struggle with creating scenes as much as I do, I hope you'll give added a blended "ground" a try! Masking is such a fun and versatile technique, and removing that masking paper is like magic. Thanks so much for stopping by the Hero Arts blog today, and have a marvelous week!
16 comments
Love the clever use of post its.
Beautiful card and a good tutorial. I love that balloon stamp set and appreciated seeing how it can be used.
Thank you!
Great tip for making backgrounds! Love the card. Thanks for sharing..
What did you use to add the white dots at the end?
Good video. You could understand her and she moved thru the card fast enough to keep it interesting.