#2026calendarchallenge - Bear background work ……

#2026calendarchallenge - Bear background work …

After many variations, I decided on this placement for the stained text papers. Also put needed supplies in easy reach.

Was futzing about placement and decided to use a colored pencil to literally mark the outline of where the papers should go.

Made the outline extra scribbly and added some meaningful words - mixed media is all about the layers, so add them when you can.

Sprayed water on back of papers to help them flatten out - serious Remember This step otherwise you get lots of wrinkles.

Added matte gel medium (goopy glue) to art board.

Added matte medium (liquid glue) to back of papers.

Placed papers back on art board in correct place and front/back orientation. Use card to Gently smooth out any bumps, moving from center of paper out toward the edges.

Placed wax paper on top and used brayer with a lot of pressure over entire art board, still moving from center toward edges.

Removed wax paper and off to have dinner so everything can dry.

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