It's April 1st! And no foolin' that means a brand spankin' new challenge over at The Mixed Media Card Challenge. What better way to celebrate the onslaught of springtime cheer than by making our theme: SUNSHINE with the optional element of BRICKS.
The other day, I pulled out my very neglected Distress Paints and decided to have a play. I knew I wanted to create a background with a bright burst of sun and culled through my stamps before I landed (or seafared) on a sketchy ship from the STAMPlorations True North Set.
I started by spritzing some heavy weight watercolor paper with a mini mister and then used 3 shades of yellow to create a sunny area and 2 shades of blue Distress Paint to create a watery abyss.
I created a brilliant sunburst in the sky area by using the Wendy Vecchi Sunburst Stencil and some Ranger Translucent Texture Paste:
Wondering how I got that shimmery gold? I used some Perfect Gold Perfect Pearls and sprinkled it over the top of the texture paste before it dried. If you don't want the multi-step process, you can just use Metallic Gold Embossing Paste, too, but I really like the way this turned otu!
I decided I wanted my waves to be even more pronounced, so I used a stencil to create some waves by dabbing some Chipped Sapphire Distress Paint through the design.
City Crafter Challenge is having a Whitewash theme, so I ringed my edges with white to tie in the white from the ship and the sentiment, stamped some birds and added a little grunge around the edges. Voila!
I had a ton of fun playing around with my Distress Paints and have a feeling they won't go through such a long dry spell again in the future!
In addition to City Crafter challenge, I'm linking this up to:
Simon Says Stamp Wed - ATG featuring Ranger \
Mixed Media Monthly - Dimension Challenge
I will actually have another full Distress Paint tutorial for you all later in the week! So make sure to stop back.
I love reading through your comments and will do my very best to give one back to you!
Fabulous textures and love the design! This mixed media has so bright colours and is really full of sun... and makes me dream the Summer! :D
ReplyDeleteHow very cool, love the dramatic effect of these paints on your project! The stenciling really brings it up a notch! Cool image and phrase. I love experiencing the fun you have creating 2nd hand! tee hee ;0
ReplyDeletewhat a fun card, Becca - love that sun!!
ReplyDeleteBecca this totally rocks, such a fun mixed media card!
ReplyDeletefabulous colors and textures Becca, you rocked it.
ReplyDeleteSuperb..loved the gleaming golden sunrays !
ReplyDeleteSuperb..loved the gleaming golden sunrays !
ReplyDeleteGORGEOUS!!!! such inky fun ;)
ReplyDeleteAll this texture, combined with these fabulous, vivid colors make me happy. This is a perfect card for a graduate, too! From the boat and waves, to that rich yellow sky and those golden rays, this card is fantastic. Love seeing what you create Miss Becca. Love this! Bev
ReplyDeleteMixed media in a bright and beautiful way. Gorgeous details and layering; wow! Thanks for playing along at CCCB!
ReplyDeleteI did see this on the first and thought & tried to leave a comment. Now I know why it didn't work...anyway, who cares, I can now. This is awesome...love what Perfect Pearls did to that embossing paste, like it better than the metallic pastes. The whole card is artsy and extraordinary.
ReplyDeleteI did see this on the first and thought & tried to leave a comment. Now I know why it didn't work...anyway, who cares, I can now. This is awesome...love what Perfect Pearls did to that embossing paste, like it better than the metallic pastes. The whole card is artsy and extraordinary.
ReplyDeleteI bet this was really fun to make, Becca - I adore those bright colors, and the texture you added to them! Thanks for playing along with us at the Simon Says Stamp Wednesday challenge!
ReplyDeleteLove this Becca - the dimension and texture is fabulous, as is the gold in the sunrays. I love how you have stenciled over the dark blue with a lighter coloured paint to make your waves!
ReplyDeleteBlessings
Maxine
Oh wow! The texture on this is amazing. I LOVE how you made the sun rays. I need to give this technique a try. It scares me so, though!!
ReplyDeleteLove the movement and texture! FABulous Becca!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the tute Becca- this card is really gorgeous! I am stunned how you can blend in with mixed media, vinatge, CAS and so many other things so well! One talented lady! :)
ReplyDeleteSuchi xx
Wow the card has come out really well. Loved the distinct colors and the rays streaming out.
ReplyDeleteThis card is just amazing Becca! Love all of the gorgeous detail you've added!
ReplyDeleteOh it's fabulous!! I could do with some warm sunshine! Thanks ever so much for playing along at CCCB!
ReplyDeleteYou absolutely nailed that background! The other additives are icing on the cake. Truly a work of art.
ReplyDeleteOh wow, Becca, this is spectacular!! The background is amazing!! I love that gorgeous sunburst!! Adding the stenciled waves was a perfect touch!! And the edging in white - love!! This is stunning my friend!! What a beautiful work of art!! Have a great day!! Big hugs :)
ReplyDeleteLisa
A Mermaid's Crafts
So artistic & beautiful, Becca--one of my favorites! The sunburst is amazing & love the added stenciling for the waves--brilliantly designed!
ReplyDeleteWOW, what a beautiful scene you've got there, Becca!!! Wonderful in the lovely bright colours!!!! So artistically done!!!!
ReplyDeleteHave a great day!!!
Hugz
Beautiful creation, gorgeous image and colours used.xx..xx
ReplyDelete{aNNie}
THIS is awesome! Love all of the texture and that gold sun is the frosting... LOVE!
ReplyDeleteWow! This is such an amazing design Becca!! Really love the textures you've achieved with this! :) Hope you are enjoying your new home! HUGS
ReplyDeleteFabulous media usage -- love the background
ReplyDeleteps thanks for the heads up on entering my card
Wow...you did a super job with this card and it really is a ray of sunlight and vibrancy! ;-) Gorgeous techniques and such a fabulous result! Loving the sentiment too! ;-)
ReplyDeletesuch a clever take on this months theme! really like your card!
ReplyDeleteStunning card Becca, the texture is amazing and great design!
ReplyDeleteAs I am sure you are aware now, by the many, many comments... What a STUNNER of a card you created! Thank you for being so generous in your sharing of your amazing talents.... Your posts always seem to inspire me and get me back into my studio when I am feeling low... (((Hugs))))
ReplyDeleteJust popped over to have a closer look:) A masterpiece!!! I would love a bigger version to put on the wall in our beach house!!!
ReplyDeleteStunning card, absolutely love thawed you achieved that gold sunrise/sunset so so beautiful. The texture on this card is so perfect.
ReplyDeleteThis card is so colorful and sunshiny that it makes me happy. Love all your techniques on this.
ReplyDeleteFantastic card! Love all the dimension and fab scene that you created! Thanks for joining along with the MMMC :)
ReplyDeleteYummy!! I just love this!! This card is very much my style!! Beautiful!! Thank you for joining us at The Mixed Media Monthly Challenge Blog!
ReplyDeletepretty! love the sun embossed in gold paste. Thank you so much for playing with the Mixed Media Monthly Challenge!
ReplyDelete-Rachel
rwkrafts.com
Outstanding ocean scene, my talented friend! Textures, colours, vibrancy, those swirly waves: perfect seascape for your sailboat! And those glittery sun rays...oh my! A fest of stunning!
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