Shiny Designs

Painting Mixed Media – it’s a Process – Paintings Everywhere!

I’ve been painting mixed media almost every day lately and have been really deep into the process. There are paintings in various stages! Have a peek into the Studio…

Creating, Creative Process

I have no idea where this is going…

I’ve been experimenting with these panels by painting them with whatever paint is left from each session. I try to keep each one somewhat cohesive and they’re getting more interesting with each layer; I’ve even started sanding them back for more texture and complexity. I really don’t know how they’ll develop or where they’re going!

Creating, Creative Process, Painting

[Video] Studio Notes – Watercolor Ground

I had some questions about my last studio letter so I made you a quick video explaining how I incorporate watercolor into my mixed media art.

Creating, Papercraft

Papercrafts for the Win!

In my last studio letter I mentioned the urge to work with paper. Here’s a peek at some mixed media […]

Creating, Creative Process, Papercraft

Odd things going on in here!

There’s always something in progress – I’m a serial project starter – and work on things in cycles. Right now, I’m meeting these little creatures in my paintings. They’re part of my exploration in bringing watercolor to mixed media in a way that preserves as much of the lightness and beauty of the medium as possible.