3D Collage Canvas With Deco Art Media
I have a lot of scrap paper from other projects left over in my studio and I'm always looking for ways to repurpose those scraps. I found that in addition to adding them to my art journals or canvases, I can also collage them onto 3D objects! It's super easy and fun and you only need a few things you might already have or can easily find at your local art store.
SUPPLIES:
A few of your favorite acrylic paint colors (I've used DecoArt Neons in Sizzling Pink and Thermal Green, DecoArt in Blue Chifon, Vivid Violet, Ultra Blue Deep, and DecoArt Media Fluid Acrylics in Cobalt Teal Hue)
Substrate (canvas or canvas board--I used an 8x8" Ampersand Gessobord)
Decopage (or other adhesive that works well with paper--I've used the Decopage glue/sealer/finish in Matte )
Spray inks (I've used DecoArt Media Misters in Primary Cyan, Carbon Black, and Primary Magenta)
Decopage Paper (or other tissue paper)
Your favorite stencils (I've used the 12x12" DecoArt "Mandala" and "Split Angles" stencils)
Foam brush (for gluing the paper) and water cup/jar
Paint Spreader/Scraper/Texture Tool (I've used a 3M Paint Scraper and a Plaid Decorater Tool. You can also use an old gift card or make your own texture tool with cardboard)
Make-up sponges (for applying paint through stencils)
Paint pallette (I've used a recycled plastic tray. You can also use paper plates or plastic lids)
Wooden cut-out shapes (I've seen some at the craft store or you can order them on Etsy for a few dollars)
Various collage paper scraps (you can also make some great collage papers of your own. Check out my tutorial HERE on how to quickly make your own)
Exacto knife & cutting mat
Heavy Gloss Gel Medium (or other strong craft glue or adhesive--something that can adhere the wood shape to the canvas board)