Simply Stunning Art Journals

Description Wondering how to make those inspirational art journal ideas into eye-catching designs? Let professional art journal blogger and instructor Vicky Papaioannou be your guide as you begin learning about the tools and mediums used to make gorgeous designs. Discover how to build textured backgrounds with gesso wash, patterned paper and acrylics before adding layers of depth with stamps, inks, pastes and stencils. Vicky helps you add complexity to your work with original drawings, pre-made designs and perfectly placed focal points. Want your journal pages to be cohesive and complement one another? Learn Vicky’s secrets for shading, highlighting and adding striking dimension that unites each image. Plus, she shares her favorite techniques for creating an inspirational quote that pops off the page!

• Class Preview
• Conquer the Blank Page
• Backgrounds
• Adding Interest
• Focals
• Shading & Highlighting
• Finishing Touches