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Do's & Don't Mixed Media Canvas for Beginners
Common mistakes, what to avoid when creating mixed media canvas. Step by step tutorial.
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[@paabulinda]

I think the "correct" one is sweet, but I absolutely adore the "wrong" one, btw compositons after adding all layers seem to be quite similar tbh (both canvases at the end are filled with many objects and are still relatively balanced, titles and embellishments work towards a composition too). It's very interesting to learn from your thought processes, thank you a lot!

[@iscraphappy]

As a fellow crafter who loves watching your videos. This was a great video. You weren't saying that one art is wrong vs right. You were giving technique tips. If someone doesn't watch the entire video, they wont get it!! I love bright colors and love the bright one (lol) but your tips were spot on!

[@MaremiSmallArt]

Hello, hello everyone :) I hope you will like this quite long tutorial. I would be so happy if you share this video on your social media, much appreciated :) 🛒 Shop: www.maremismallart.com/ Metal Embellishments: maremismallart.com/collections/metals Thumbs up ? :) Enjoy !!

[@handmade_laurashipley]

You have inspired me to just keep trying, Marta. I am starting to notice my mistakes now, and more times now I tend to get results I'm happy with, but other times, I still feel I am doing it all wrong. But each time I get a piece I love and know is good it pushes me on to do more. You just have to let yourself be "bad" until it clicks! That's what happened for me... One day it just starts to make sense. I would love more videos where you explain your thought process like this. It took me a while just to understand the "flicking" of the brush as I have seen in tons of your videos. Thank you Marta, and for never really saying it is wrong or "bad". This is why you are so amazing at teaching 💜

[@enopp9977]

Yes please, a do / don't series would be so interesting! 👐

[@cazhaz8261]

Hello, a great video showing how to create flow with embellishments, the advantages of using gesso rather than acrylic paint, and the different effects when adding colour. For me one of the hardest lessons to learn when adding colour is when to stop - and I laughed when you mentioned this in your video. Cheers.

[@jalayneatkins8565]

I truly love them both! I guess when you truly have talent it's hard to make something bad. Lol

[@MaremiSmallArt]

lol :) Thank you !

[@riteasrain]

JALAYNE ATKINS I agree! :D

[@michelles9117]

I was thinking the same. Our Marta is great even when she's trying to be bad! 😘

[@donnaconaway9368]

I agree also.

[@mariep-MAPAT]

agree!!! ;-)

[@donnaconaway9368]

My coffee tastes so much better when watching one of your videos. Many hugs, dear girl!

[@MaremiSmallArt]

♥️😊☕☕☕☕☕

[@jeanettereynolds3151]

​@@MaremiSmallArtchin up marta don't let bully's win ok x

[@donnaharney8934]

Okay, I'm going to ignore the angry rant (Old Hag) and say what I took away from this video. I struggle with mixed media. This was informative for me because I saw that flow and proportion are important. I saw that choice of products is important because of how they interact with each other. I saw that completely covering a canvas is not necessary, it is about how the eye moves across it. I saw that color is a personal choice, but layering too many colors muddies the outcome. I saw that I do not have to copy Marta's style, but I can use the process and design points in whatever products or colors I choose. Did I get it right?? Step back and watch the video keeping in mind what you can learn from it. I have never heard Marta say you have to do it a particular way, she always says it's your choice. Thank you for trying to teach us techniques and processes!

[@MaremiSmallArt]

Spot on with your understanding. Thank you so much ❤️ 😊 🙏

[@AppleBloom21]

Beautifully worded

[@Aprils.handcrafted]

Well said!

[@michelerowe176]

This type of video is very helpful. Just hearing your thought process on why you put things where you do is very infomative and educational. Thank you for sharing your experience and perspective!

[@MaremiSmallArt]

thank you !!

[@donnaconaway9368]

I agree whole-heartedly.

[@kimturner8488]

Thank you for doing this type of video. Everyone has their own taste in colors but it was nice to see how where things were put made the whole project look "off".

[@megsgonnamake]

You have taught me so much and I love your style....it is unique and so clean and when I see anything you have made I can tell immediately that it is a "Marta" piece! These are my FAVORITE videos that you make because I love assemblage and mixed media canvas...I also adore your 10 minute art play...thank you for sharing!

[@liliangoh486]

I love your demonstration of the 'right' and 'wrong' way of doing mixed media. I have taken down notes while watching your video! I had just started and made 2 attempts but I think mine are too flat. Will try to improve in my next attempts. Martha, you are such an inspiration!

[@StitchesbySharonH]

This was really helpful because you showed us how you think when you’re putting pieces together and then on the “don’t” side, you explained why it’s not good to put it where you put it. I hope that makes sense!!!! But yes, as someone who has been interested but intimidated to try mixed media, it was very helpful! I also wanted to tell you that when you were putting the cassette tape on it, I was thinking, what on Earth is she doing???? But then when you painted everything white with the gesso and then you only saw texture, not cassette tape, it was really beautiful. I couldn’t believe how nicely it blended in - I really thought you had lost your mind, lol!!!! I’m still so surprised that it blended so nicely! So yes, please do more like this so we can see how you see things. Also, when you showed how yours flowed and the other one was heavy in one spot, that helped me have the light bulb go on to understand. Thank you again for all you do and for sharing!!!! 💜💕💜

[@elizabethjones1025]

Thank you for this. I watched it and then felt courageous enough to make something. I looked for bits and pieces and got started not knowing what I would end up with. I’m pleased with the result.

[@stefnedupreez8072]

What a video! Please continue with do's and don'ts. We sometimes need to know why something doesn't feel right, which often happens to me. It seems I've got to change something or I short something. We can learn so much from such videos.

[@Ybabiy2]

There arent really any don'ts when it comes to art. If you like the "dont" part I suggest watching some Tom Holtz videos. He does a lot of that style and will not tell you NOT to do something because thats how art works. The only time he tells you not to do something is when it will ruin your products.

[@bernibarnes8912]

Maremi. I would just like to let you know that you are so uplifting . When I’m sad you can always make me smile and believe in myself again . And your baby girls are such gifts to all of us it makes me happy the way you always let them in the craft area when you are filming. You are a blessing to me everyday . And you have so much talent and are such a good mom to your girls . I wish I had found you months ago not weeks . I’m hooked I watch everyday now. Thank you and god bless you and your family.

[@Aprils.handcrafted]

Thank you Marta! I’m new to mixed media and hadn’t thought about flow and design. Your videos are so helpful!

[@MaremiSmallArt]

Thank you so so much !!!! glad my video helped :) and welcome in membership :)

[@rmbrazz]

Yea Martha, you just can't help yourself, your inner artist shines through in everything you do. I like them both too! At this point in your journey as an artist, you just can't make anything look bad! But thank you for the tutitorial it was very helpful.

[@joyhurley-deluna1428]

Oh man Marta this whole video definitely was a learning process. I am so grateful you did it. I do struggle with the layering elements process So this video will be saved in my playlist for sure. Thank you so much for doing this!!!

[@MaremiSmallArt]

❤️ 💙 💚 🧡 💜 💙

[@donnaconaway9368]

Marta, I like your example of using a stencil. I had not thought of doing the entire page/canvas. I like how you did not waste your texture paste.

[@lindagonzalez2087]

Thank you, very informative. I understand what you mean that there is no wrong way to do art but I have struggled with layering, placing and coloring. So having you explain these things helped.

[@amandaspence8167]

It was very brave of you to tackle such a sensitive topic in art. I think the phrases you were looking for are ones I learned in art class: More successful versus Less successful. Obviously anyone can do whatever they want, but what you are saying is that people may not get as successful a piece as they were hoping for when they started out. Even a ‘random’ approach can be more or less successful depending on the methods applied, and the anticipated final product. For the people who work so hard on a piece to only end up saying ‘It’s not quite what I was aiming for’, your suggestions regarding color, pattern, flow, and balance could help them be happier with their own end result.

[@MaremiSmallArt]

That's exactly it 💙♥️💜❤️

[@denisehartley4579]

I also love both of them! I think your point about keeping the white is a really important one. I struggle with that and need to find a product that is opaque white to cover my mistakes when I don’t remember to keep it in the first place. I also love the flow on the pink one. Definitely better. Love your videos and definitely please do more Do and Don’t videos! Thanks Marta!

[@madelinescully1]

Glad im not the only one covering up mistskes! A well placed bit of painted junk can hide a multitude of "mistakes". In my professional life away from art, I encourage a project report to include what didnt work because others can learn as much from that as from what worked. Id like to see more videos on you tube of people making "mistakes" and fixing them in the video rather than just the perfect practiced bits cobbled together. It would certainly help beginners not to lose confidence and give up when theirs doesnt turn out as well as the one in the video, and make all of us feel more confident in having a go.

[@yvonnehuth8561]

I love the fact that you are explaining things. You are very talented. I love how it's coming together and a new subscriber from Canada 🇨🇦

[@deborahdoesscrap]

I love this tutorial, Marta. I don't mean to try and explain what you were saying but rather this is my opinion. Neither canvas is "right" or "wrong", "good" or "bad", "pretty" or ugly", "art" or "not art". Art is what the artist makes. The point I took away from this tutorial is that it takes practice, patience and trying something maybe not so traditional so that you can develop your own taste. Many will find the "wrong" canvas to be right in their style and see nothing wrong with it. Many will feel the "good" canvas is perfect. It is very personal in terms of what speaks to us. Personally, the thing that I struggle with is composition. I use to place elements all around the canvas, not touching each other and very random in choice of elements. That maybe okay for some people but for me I just felt it wasn't right but at first I didn't know what was wrong. I kept at it and in the end I feel like what speaks to me is tightly grouped elements, elements that touch each other or layer on each other, elements that have something to do with the composition that I am making, even if that relationship is only apparent to me! For instance, I was doing a piece with a picture of my daughter and I was layering elements and I added a little brass charm of a cat. Anyone looking at the piece might wonder why this random cat is in the mix. Well, I was looking for elements that reflected my daughter's loves, interests and life. Her greatest treasures are her cat and her stuffed cat. No one else looking at the canvas would know that. I also feel like a little education in colour is a good idea. Learning what are primary colours, harmonious, complimentary colours and opposites. Even basic understanding helps to keep from mixing colours that just don't look good together or colours that when mixed just make mud. Thank you so much for doing this and I think that breaking down the different elements such as composition, colour theory, layering, etc is a great way for beginners to learn. It was funny when you said your Lucas was in the kitchen and right then you could hear him bang a pot when you couldn't hear him before. I think your Lucas has a sense of humor!! And of course, lovely babushka Hannah. She is going to be a great artist some day.

[@melanieturnage6483]

Yes, yes, yes! This type of video is incredibly helpful. I've made so many of the mistakes you describe in this video, and sometimes I haven't known what exactly went wrong. So, thank you, thank you, thank you. Please do more of these videos!!

[@claydeladre7826]

This video is perfect to follow step by step. Just awesome! Thank you!

[@TwobOne_1]

Thank you Marta! I’ve been waiting for you to do this video on best ways to effectuate beautiful art. Your reasoning makes sense!!!! 💖

[@gittewhitton9774]

Hi Maremi, I realize the video was made some time ago but . . . I've just found it! And I am so-o-o glad I did. Brilliant video. I love the way you explain your thought processes as you go along. Some very helpful advice. And for a beginner like me . . . an absolute joy to watch. Thank you for taking the time. ❤

[@jamiwomack2129]

This helped me to see compositions better for sure. I think I have a hard time not seeing the composition right. I see the color of the objects I put down on the canvas and can't see how they all come together after you paint. I need to paint the objects all white then add them :) I believe you see just the objects shape. That is something I truly need to work on. TFS it was very interesting and helpful.

[@MaremiSmallArt]

Yes it's great to do that. Paint all white and see 😊

[@staceymcghee77]

Marta, You are one of the sweetest people I know. I'm sorry that some people are so unhappy with their own life that they have to take it out on you. I know you have a Family to take care of and I appreciate you for brightening my day.

[@Tinyturtletami]

Wow! I never layered my metal embellishments! And I sprayed directly on my projects and not at an angle. No one teaches you these things when you start! This was useful

[@marthaklein5002]

I love this video. It is an art lesson from a great artist. Thank you Marta

[@avantilegor8610]

This is a really a good video. Super love the one on the left. I'd like to pick this as a hobby and stress reliever. Thank you. Mixed media have always catch my attention from the very first time i've seen it in school. I've always wondered how they do it.

[@rikkijohnson5180]

I am just a beginner with mixed media. I have looked at so many tutorials yet I find yours the best. I just love these. In fact I wish I could personally spend time with you one on one as my teacher. You are very gifted n teaching others. Your style is as if you are talking directly top the reader. Can’t get enough of your tutorials. Keep it up

[@starmessenger]

This video was extremely helpful to me.. what a great idea to show why one medium or method is superior to another. I adore the pink one! I have always wanted to try mixed media, and thanks to you I think I am about ready to give it a go.

[@vonieisenbeis5432]

sooo glad you taught us this...i am just learning and so far have thrown all of my stuff away--will try what you have taught

[@shantilley6540]

WOW!!! You have no idea how badly I needed this video! I am new to mixed media and I love it, but I kept being somewhat disappointed by the outcome. You have shown in this video so many of the things I've been doing wrong. This is the MOST helpful video I have seen and I have watched soooo many videos on mixed media. You really nailed it, Marta! I can't thank you enough for sharing this "right and wrong" video with us. It has helped me SO MUCH! Thank you, thank you, Sweet Marta. xoxoxo

[@MaremiSmallArt]

Thank you so much for this wonderful comment. I am so happy to read your feedback. Much appreciated ❤️ 💙 💚 🧡 💜 💙 💚 ❤️ 🧡

[@SpydersCorner]

Thank you for this Do's and Don'ts. I've been away from crafting and only came back this year and want to stay playing with mix media. It's knowing what to buy first! So far I've just used what I have and hopefully will grow from there! Just Subscribed

[@judithp6257]

Oh yes please, more videos like this would help many people I think. We learn from mistakes 😆 they say. xx.

[@marilyncordell4687]

Great comparison tutorial. I certainly feel that I learned a few things from watching. Good idea!

[@MaremiSmallArt]

fabulous to hear !!!! :) thank you

[@jenhammersley8768]

Very instructive video Marta .I struggle with composition and learnt a lot from this. More so I think because I was able to make a direct comparison between the two and get an idea of layering and that all space doesn’t have to be filled in. To the angry critic I would suggest she really listen to what you say and in my opinion it’s not what she says. I heard you say art is subjective,there is no right or wrong. etc etc . In ALL your videos you send these messages. You were doing a comparison between how would usually do a project and another one using techniques ,colours placement of elements etc ,that you wouldn’t normally do.Many times you stressed that you weren’t saying this is right or do it this way because the other way is wrong. Don’t let her bother you Marta,she sounds a very angry person and you explained yourself calmly and intelligently and with no screaming!We all love you and your family and I think the number of subscribers you have attest to that. Love from West Oz 🦋💖🌹

[@donnaconaway9368]

Marta, was very forward in expressing that she did not like the word "mistake". She also said, "It is not a mistake." She gave an example of how she personally sees things in here commenting about "appeal to the eye" and making texture. She expresses clearly that the video represents her opinion. Marta expresses in many (maybe all) or her videos that an artist does what they want to in their art. I had decided to make my grand kids things (i.e., a Christmas gift) that can be hung on their bedroom wall. I can now purchase your metal pieces from your online store. I have some small metal gears in gold and silver tones. Your pieces will add so much to a masculine creation. I may make one for my brother also. I had thought of making a mask for one of my grandsons, but I found out that he is afraid of masks. Anyway, thanks for helping me to decide what to make for my grandsons for Christmas. I decided to make things so I will spend less money this year. I laughed out loud when you mentioned the one piece looking like a nose. How hysterical was that? Marta, thanks for explaining all of your decision making in the video. I think seeing things as you have done one can easily determine what (s)he likes best. I think I will not put white gesso on everything. I would leave some of the original metal showing. I realize that you like putting an entire layer of gesso and that is your artistic decision.

[@TheJanestarling]

Thank you so much, I've struggled with mixed media. It never looked right, now I know why! So now when I try a canvas I'll have more of an understanding of what works best where & why!

[@loraleehurley9923]

Martha this video was great! It really helped me to understand what I could do differently when there is something just not right with my pieces. I am new to mixed media and absolutely love your videos. Don’t listen to the comments anyone made saying that you said don’t do this or that. You just showed ways to think about your project composition and painting! If they actually listened to what you shared they would understand. 😊

[@MaremiSmallArt]

Yes 😊 thank you 🙏 you will never please sone people.

[@donnakennedy87]

I am a fairly new subscriber and feel blessed to have found you, Maremi. The "do's and dont's of your tutorial made great scene and much appreciated. I have taken away some wonderful ideas and pointers. Looking forward to binge-watching your other videos and catching up. Don't change what you do, you are a special soul with lots to offer. Thank you for coming into my life during these difficult times in our world. Donna, in California.

[@donnaconaway9368]

Perhaps some people are easily drawn to anger. I would perhaps not have chosen this title, but with many other artists' choice of saying their video is for beginners, I perceive it as Marta being mindful of the needs of beginners. I am only addressing the last two words in the title here. If you see a title that you do not like simply click on unlike or do not view the video. That is totally up to you. When I see the words "for beginners" I think of it as a review for what I already know. In addition, I just plain like to watch Marta's tutorials. I consider her to be very brave. It has been awesome to see how her confidence has grown. I have viewed all her video including the very first one where she questioned making a video at all. The comments here sound to me like a simple "judgment call" by numerous individuals. Expressing one's opinion is fine, but using capital letters as you did is totally inappropriate. I always come away from Marta's videos with a tidbit that helps me in my art.

[@pennyalagha8069]

Thank you for showing the difference, I love texture projects, new to the process, this has really helped

[@angelicawhite8817]

Great tips and techniques! I appreciate you sharing this information with us. Love your art ❤️

[@donnaconaway9368]

So happy to see another video from you. I always get excited when gmail tells me you have posted. Time for coffee.

[@pattytwaroski6872]

Thank U Marta for showing the difference between the both .. iam learning so much from u ... love love love ❤️

[@juliebugden5541]

Thank you Martha for being so helpful to the beginners of Mixed Media and also the not so new starters to this type of art. I found your video very interesting and thought provoking and very useful. Thank you again for being so brave to give your views on the Does and do nots of Mixed Media.

[@annearmstrong7493]

This has been very helpful and interesting. Unlike some I don’t love the one on the right where you did things you would not normally and which you don’t think work visually. I totally agree. I don’t think it works either. The one on the left is beautiful and ‘flows’ in both form and colour. Thank you xx

[@SkyblueHippie]

Hi Martha! Thank you so much for creating this tutorial. This is probably one of the most important tutorials in mixed media, especially for beginners becuz we all experience this phase in our mixed media journeys. With tons of mediums available AND endless possibilities, It's SO tempting to just keep adding colors and embellishments that the result ends up not as beautiful and well-balanced as we'd like it to be. So this video is sort of a wake up call to me, lol. Thank you again, and have a good day!

[@lizzijansen6527]

Great suggestions! Thank you so much for taking the time to do this demo!

[@martiseelye6443]

great video, Marta. Thank you for explaining the difference as you saw it. You did say that, many times and even said "not necessarily the wrong way, but the way I wouldn't do it myself". Everyone's art is beautiful because they enjoyed the process and it reflects them, you also said that near the beginning of the video. I love that you explained WHY you prefer one over the other. I just happen to agree with your assessment.

[@MaremiSmallArt]

Thank you so much ❤️ 😊 😍 ❤️ 💕 ❤️

[@poke_n_around]

Does and don’t videos are wonderful for me as a newbie. I liked both, however, the pink one used the construction and colours I do love myself. Thank you for sharing once again Marta💖💖

[@DianeClancy]

This is amazing Marta!!! ❤️❤️❤️ This type of video is great!! I do think though, the one of the right could also be beautiful with a couple of yellow flowers and a small quote ... they are both lovely and I learned a lot!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@KDubTwin2]

I love mixed media, it’s because I watch you that gave me courage:). I just got some new stencils from your shop and have already used them❤️❤️❤️. Thank you for sharing your beautiful talent.

[@janeholloway8596]

Recently found your videos - I love them! The do's and dont's were so helpful. I love your chatting as you go along, it 's like a friend explaining and showing me.

[@marybeth6026]

This was so helpful. Thank you, I never thought to fold the spray to the side, makes perfect sense. And the dry gessoing, makes perfect sense now!

[@deborahrusignuolo7612]

This is very pretty both of them. Thank you for sharing.

[@Studio_ODF]

Well Marta! I love them both! You can't make something wrong! You are inspiring! Xoxo Olga

[@eugeneder7484]

This is the most useful mix media tutorial I've ever seen! THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!! 😍😍😍

[@wendystapleton5130]

What an interesting video, seeing the two pieces its like bringing one into focus. The others beauty is lost by lack of balance often due to us trying to fill the canvas with to many elements. Mixed media can be a mystery you have helped solve the problems in a fun way. Thank you as always❤❤❤

[@pmsnowraven4211]

Is it wrong of me that I really like both of them??❤❤

[@MaremiSmallArt]

:) of course not :)

[@unboxinglifept]

The "wrong" one would be prettier with a little bit of gold.

[@cherylsmith4102]

No it is not wrong! And who is she to tell an artist what not to like?

[@madelinescully1]

I think it could better be phrased as this is not my style rather than saying this is right and this is wrong because art is self expression however it turns out. What one dislikes another may love. I dont like it when artists and artisans say something is done the wrong way and get really turned off when people set themselves up as experts and say you must do it this way or that way and even issue bogus certifications. Who are they to say how it must be done??? The thing is craftsmanship and creative methods have differed from village to village through the ages. It doesnt make one method right and every other method wrong, just different. Now we are a global village chatting to our neighbours across the seas instead of over the back fence shouldnt stop that. Experimentation must continue or we will stagnate, churning out copies of copies for evermore. So please, dont say wrong, just say not my style and encourage artistic expression instead of stiffling it.

[@linneahulten405]

I think it is quite funny she even can't do something look bad even when she tries. True artist. She is so cute, I love that I have found this creator account. Brings me inner peace to watch or just listen to her voice. I like them both too, in different ways. Actually don't have a favorite of them.

[@dgr3058]

Very helpful....I've gotten a good answer to the too much pigment...which I did this week! Thank you Marta!😁

[@GriffithsJacqueline]

What a beautiful piece of art. You gave some really good advice for those starting on mixed media. Thank you so much. 💝

[@MaremiSmallArt]

Thank you ❤️ ❤️ ❤️

[@GriffithsJacqueline]

@@MaremiSmallArt You are very welcome. I can see a big change in your style & speed compared to the beginning of your Utube career. I think a lot of people will watch & be inspired to just create Something. You have a lovely manner & I just love your style. 💝

[@forgttnhrt]

Hello! I'm new to making mixed media/art journals and have been watching many different type of videos. I have to say this channel is probably my favorite! I love hearing the internal process and your voice is so soothing and pleasant to listen to. I found this video very helpful - particularly when you were talking about the placement of various objects on the canvas and why you feel one aesthetic is more pleasing than the other. I also enjoyed how you spoke about how you used to do some of these things - things I'm 100% guilty of as I've only been making things about a month, like the ink sprays and using the heat dryer! Thank you for making all your videos, I find them so helpful in so many ways! (I'm not sue what all the uproar was about but, as everyone should know, art is subjective. There is plenty of art some people find amazing that a lot of other people don't enjoy - isn't that part of the beauty of it? Using your own art to show your thoughts on it is perfectly acceptable and so very helpful!)

[@theprimitiveblackhatsociet8274]

Thank you for this video. I learned a lot from it. My backgrounds seem to disappear and now I realize why. I am not using enough product to make it stand out. I will make sure I do in the future. I watch your videos in the evening when I sit and have my tea. I think your art is amazing.

[@broussardfamily1]

Hi Marta! I know this is an older video but I’m new to your channel & to mixed media. I loved this video & found it so helpful. Thank you for sharing! 🌸

[@paulinefollett3099]

I love both of them but I understand what you were saying about what not to do. Thank you for this invaluable lesson. It was extremely helpful.

[@janines1320]

I found this really helpful and think more videos like this would be great! My biggest struggle is composition which is frustrating since its pretty much the first step and nothing can progress until it's done. I think it was really sweet how much you were clarifying that every artist has different tastes and the "bad" one wasn't necessarily bad but there could be little things that can make everything come together a bit nicer. Hopefully not too many people need you to say it that many times to understand what you were trying to achieve!

[@riteasrain]

So lovely to get this video in while I was crafting, nice and long :D This would've been hard for you to do since you naturally go to the best way to do things. Very helpful the bit about adding too much colour and over-heating.

[@CazalasMichele]

Excellent video tutorial...it was so helpful to see you do the good and not so good next to each other. Very much appreciate your teachings! :)

[@gwenanderson1914]

Very helpful Marta - I LOVE your new papers. They are stunning.

[@kathrynrobinson9989]

I remember my mom trying to sing bad to teach me something. We would laugh because she would start bad and her training would kick in. I think it's very very hard to something bad unless you are REALLY tossing in the towel. Especially when you are an amazing artist. Showing 2 items and what in your opinion will make it nicer is awesome. That's why we come to KZbin. To learn something and to see others opinions. Xoxo

[@jeananne2289]

Ok Marta the Dream canvas is dreamyyyyyy the other one lesson learned ! I definitely struggle with those sprays and constantly keep spraying and spraying I will be more conscious of that and take it’s slow ! Thanks for the great video Love ya xoxo 😘

[@ediewilson4043]

Extremely helpful to watch you create these contrasting pieces. I’m a beginner looking for this type of help. Thank you.

[@sadaann17]

Yes! This type of tutorial is the best!

[@DSmith-pc9jn]

I think this is great. I have taught and I found that when I made a mistake and then showed how not to make it, it really got the message across. This is not your mistake but shows some mistakes you have made in the past and that is great.

[@wendyk2557]

Thank You! Thank You! Thank You! So many helpful tips in this video! and hearing Hannah coming in and saying Hi was absolutely adorable.

[@claudiasmith5243]

Dear Marta, I too love to see and hear your thought process as you create. This was a very good video. I hope you will do more of the comparison type such as this one. Thank you. We love you loads.

[@cherylluoma9882]

I totally get it. I can easily muddy my colors. Less sometimes is better. Thank you for always inspiring me :)

[@erindoyle73]

Since I want more of the flow and colors of the one on the left, this was helpful to see the process of how to get there! Thanks!!

[@shesellsfish]

💕 This was so helpful!! Finally, I got to see composition and flow in a comparitive way that made sense to me. Wow...I get it now.💕

[@susankopanda8158]

I found the DOS and DON"TS video helpful. I've never done a mixed media canvas but this video helped me to understand what to do to have an eye pleasing work of art. Please make a video for art journaling.

[@tammiegoodley2642]

today is my day off from work and decide to give this a go. will post it on Maremi Cafe group. Still a workin progress but i understand what Marta is trying to say. Thank and yes would love more video like this.

[@KellyDannemann]

AWESOME PRESENTATION... THANK You... You are a great mentor, SO TRUE EVERYONE ART IS LIKE A RECIPE, NOT ONE THE SAME. I love the tips you pointed out. It is great you include all of us in your time and family. THANK YOU FOR SHARING🧩🔐

[@loriritchie7124]

The good the bad and the ugly! Love the good one, just beautiful!

[@FrappsScraps]

Great tips - thanks so much for sharing your ideas

[@rhondachapman3688]

You have talked about the flow of the composition and how it’s more pleasing to the eye in other videos, but actually seeing both canvases side by side like this and seeing how much better one canvas looked over the other was fantastic. Thank you for another great video full of helpful tips 💜💜

[@MaremiSmallArt]

So happy to hear ❤️ ☺️

[@traceyhanley287]

I loved this tutorial! Thank you for doing this because I learned a lot about technique and little things about composition to watch for in my own art projects. Love your art!

[@faymeowsiumo]

I actually like both colors but the composition on the left is much better. Thanks for this video. It is honestly really hard to make a project in a "wrong" way. Love your videos and your afford.

[@love-light369]

So helpful! Thank you! 💛💫💙 My pages are larger which makes me want to fill them up, so maybe I can try smaller ones & practice the focus area more easily. Love your chatter & ideas!

[@beece2413]

I like both! Both can serve a purpose! Thanks for sharing your opinion.

[@cynthiahowell2381]

I loved this video. I loved the idea of it and the result. I can tell it is hard for you not to do lovely. Calling on past failures is the way. You did a good job in showing how the different compositions were and were not pleasing to the eye. Thank you so much.

[@MaremiSmallArt]

Thank you too for your comment ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️

[@Tweety38ful]

I actually like both of them. You make it so easy to learn. Thank you for the ideas!!!

[@judithp6257]

This is such a helpful video! Thank you so much! I have learned a lot, thank you again xxx