MIXED MEDIA ART FOR BEGINNERS | AWESOME Acrylic Painting Ideas & SUPER EASY Background Techniques!!

Today, I'm teaching you my FAV techniques for adding acrylic paint to the collage layer of my mixed media art projects. To get started with this layer, I look to my collage papers for direction on how to choose a color palette, and select 3 colors.
At this stage of the game, I don’t have a big end result in mind and am typically still just having fun- playing with color, pulling out my stencils, stamps, and smearing paint with everything from a brayer to my finger. As you’ll see… I prefer to keep my background paints fairly transparent because I like to see my collage papers and patterns peeking through.
Since I usually love to draw and paint a female face in the foreground of my mixed media work, I tend to keep my background acrylics on the outer edges of my art journal page or canvas, and add them in one color at a time (drying each color with my hair dryer before starting the next).
I often lay down a thin layer of gesso wherever I plan to draw out what will become my next mixed media girl. Once she’s penciled in, I typically add another layer of gesso to her face, followed by skin tones. Then, I incorporate THE SAME three paint colors used in the background for features like eyes, lips, and hair.
Quick Tip: Keep the gesso nearby to paint over anything you don’t like!
Today's vid will take you up to the "ugly stage" of my next mixed media girl (YES- we ALL have to go through this! Press play to see MINE!). And then next week I'll be showing you how to power through.
Speaking of next week’s video in this series, there will be NEW CHEATSHEET about which mixed media art supplies play nicely together in Layer 3 of my “Hamburger" mixed media process.
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[@KarenCampbellArtist]

🍔Want to learn my exact Mixed Media Hamburger Layering System from the beginning? Watch here! bit.ly/hamburgerseries 🍔🍔The series is NOW A PAPERBACK on Amazon!! Check it out! amzn.to/2sKwGpk 🍔🍔🍔🍔Still need the Hamburger Cheatsheet? Let me know in the comments below!

[@alicerandall2226]

Karen Campbell, Artist I would love a Hamburger Cheatsheet.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

@@alicerandall2226 comin' up! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@knittinghands23]

Ha!Ha! I have already binge-watched the hamburger series. I would like to have the cheat sheet, please.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

@@knittinghands23 Sure thing!! Sorry, I am just seeing this comment right now! KZbin doesn't notify me when there's a reply of a reply (just when a NEW comment is started so I didn't see your ask, however, GOOD NEWS!! Here's the link for the Hamburger Cheatsheet :) awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@vicki.wwarner9524]

I would love the Hamburgur cheat sheet please. Love your videos Karen

[@nyx7014]

OMG thank you for telling us about the ugly stage. I have abandoned so many projects because I thought I just was not any good at it. I will push through from now on!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Omg yessssssss!!! Dont let her ever win, she'll try to get you every time! YOU GOT THIS!

[@karenplummer4811]

Hi Karen I think you must have been reading my mind. I'm a 65 year old woman who has wanted to start painting for many years but has always been terrified that I'll waste products/money because it will be so bad or I'll make an awful mess. I'm enjoying your enthusiasm and feeling a bit more confident about starting. I would love to receive your pdfs so I can keep them to hand while I get started. Thank you so much for all your teachings❤️

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Hi Karen, I'm so glad you found my channel and am happy you are getting started! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-supplies/

[@KDubTwin2]

I love your upbeat style. I just finished my whimsical cow, and love it.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Aww, thank you!!!

[@deniseknapp8557]

So glad I have found some time to watch your videos. I have dabbled in all kinds of art for more than 40 years and recently have been drawn to mixed media. I appreciate your enthusiasm and instruction.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Thank you, Denise!!!

[@galinagegg8461]

Thank you very much 🙏💜 ..you are Magical, special, ✨⚡💫🧚‍♀, dear Karen 🙏

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

And you are so very kind, thank you Galina!!!

[@Yummicookie1979]

This video gave me so many ideas! It's amazing how watching an artist working can give so much inspiration. Thanks for sharing!😊❤

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

So glad you enjoyed it! Happy to have helped :)

[@Sowlev1]

This is great. So much fun.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Aww, thanks Chris! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@karengp8263]

Glad I can pause you when needed, ‘cause you are fast! 😂 I would LIVE to have that cheat sheet!!!

[@karengp8263]

Never mind! I just bought your “Hamburger” book.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Sorry, I am totally speedy! Here you go, Karen! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Aww, thanks! I linked the hamburger PDF above.

[@hannahmark3047]

So excited to start creating, I have had an idea for a mixed media piece fermenting in my mind, and I haven't done art is years. So just gaining confidence to start the work!!! And have fun with mixed media and colours. Thank you for this video.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Sounds great! You are so welcome! Enjoy!!!!

[@annapetryniec3645]

Ok Karen, there is no ugly stage in your painting/work, I think it looks great. I know before there is detail on my work, my girls are pretty ugly. LOL. Love your work.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Thank you, Anna, you are too kind! I think we all hit a point where we look at it like YIKES, but then it always gets better from there.

[@kelleyknight6140]

It’s so hard waiting a week for my new favorite “show”! Thanks so much and I always look forward to your videos 🤗

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Omg YOU ARE SO CUTE!!! ❤❤❤❤❤ You're so welcome! So glad you're enjoying them so much! 🍔🍔🍔🍔🍔🍔🍔🍔🍔🍔

[@cyndaluclaire1801]

I would love one of your hamburgers! My 50 yr old daughter comes to paint with me twice a week! We love your videos and we have so much fun together. I love your girls! I live on a very limited income but I’m saving for one of your books! You are a sweetie, thank you for all the fun, I’ve found it’s never too late to learn something new! ❤️❤️❤️

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

That's SO AWESOME Cynda!!! Please tell hello to both yourself and your daughter!! I Couldn't agree more about learning, it IS never too late!

[@MissDaisyParsley]

This is great! So glad you addressed stamping since I like to use them in my pieces! Good to see archival ink is okay!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

OH yes, more than okay!! It's awesome!

[@debraobeid5637]

I would love one!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Hi Debra, thanks for watching! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@leslieryan6300]

i just found your channel and love mixed media. I have found that dollar tree has some great stickers and stencils for mixed media.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Great tip, thank you Leslie!

[@marymoore191]

I just got the Mixed Media book and would love a cheat sheet! I want to get started with something simple, I am a beginner and have just started collecting materials.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Hi Mary, thanks for watching! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@nuvoclassic]

I LOVE clear gesso! Different strokes....:-)

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Totally! Thanks for watching!

[@cherylclaviter6398]

This is a fantastic explanation. It has been so long since I made one with more than paint, the breakdown is fantastic. You are so awesome for creating these sheets for us!! Can’t wait for the next video!! Thank you!!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Thank you Cheryl! I'm so excited these videos are inspiring you to think outside the box!! The next cheatsheet is going to be crazy helpful, working on it as we speak! See you next week!

[@staceyjaneaurorastacey7118]

I love watching your videos, they are helping me so much! I think I might actually be learning more from you than I learnt at school 😂 I'm really glad you mentioned the clear gesso having grittiness to it as I used it on one of my projects and thought I had used all the wrong materials because it was such a rough texture. I now know I need to get white gesso and matt medium instead 😁

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Thank you so very much for your kind words, Stacey!!! I appreciate it so much!!!

[@elenagonzalez4190]

Sure would love the cheat sheet, thanks

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Thanks for watching, Elena! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@michellec9368]

Karen thanks so much for freely sharing and spreading your artful enthusiasm, inspiration, and joy!. Now I’m not complaining, but maybe there are some who maybe home bound due to a medical disability. We just can’t get out and do what we once did and don’t have anyone around anymore to help. My income also greatly decreased compared to what I made working 35 years as an RN. basically I’m trying to thank you for being there and freely sharing your knowledge with us, freely being the operative word here at least for me, it’s also more than that. I know I would still be depressed and having a pity party for one if I didn’t find art yo express how I feel and get the good and yes, bad, out. Also I’d love to have and be able to reference your hamburger quickly and easily especially as I learn your system so if possible could you share how I could do that I’d really appreciate it And thank you, for so much more than you will ever know. Best wish Michelle

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

You are so not alone Michelle!! I have so many students who are in the same or similar situation, I think that's why it brings me so much joy to share my knowledge, making art makes people happy!!!! So I want to make sure we make that possible for as many people as possible!!! So you're so welcome! I promise to keep giving if you promise to keep creating. Deal?

[@nanavulpe]

Hello Karen! You are amazing! Thank you for the time, the passion and the vibes that you are putting in this wonderful series of mixed media. I saw all 4 episodes today and I can't wait for the next one. In the meantime, I'll watch the faces series. Thank you again. And please, I would love to have a hole set of cheat sheets for mixed media. Have a wonderful day and full of beauty as you are!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Hi Nana!! So happy that you're learning along with the series! Here's the Hamburger Cheatsheet and they'll be a new one out next week as well! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@nanavulpe]

Karen... thank you!

[@megsgonnamake]

I am so obsessed with this series..LOVE

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

That makes me so so happy! Next week's is gonna be a doozy, be prepared!! lol!

[@LyssaLynea]

Your videos are such an upbeat part of my day. After I finish a few projects I'm in the middle of, I think I'll give that oil painting "hot dog" a try!!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Lol!! Hot dogs are just as good as hamburgers so ENJOY!! Thanks for the kind words, really appreciate them!

[@00001965st]

I love my cheat sheets,, I laminated mine,, I use them a lot::::::oh I can’t wait until next week for the next cheat sheet,,, thxs so much Karen

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Right?! Me too!!!! Next weeks cheatsheet is a doozy!! Can't wait to roll it out!

[@marciagroth9738]

yes, i would like the booklet - thanks

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Absolutely, Marcia! Here you go: awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-supplies/

[@ajspence3335]

Thank you! This is so much fun! 🌞🌞🌞🌞

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

So fun indeed !!! So glad you think so too!

[@michelleclifton8868]

Thank you so much for reminding me of the ugly stage, lol. I was painting an abstract floral painting for a friend for Christmas, and it hit a serious ugly stage right before the shadows and highlights. I almost gave up. And then I put one of your videos on and bam!!! Ugly stage is a thing, lol. So I started adding all the good stuff and am happy to report we survived the ugly stage. I absolutely love your videos!! You even got me to start drawing faces again, which I swore I would never do once I finished college! You are an amazing teacher. 😊😊😊

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

YES!!! SO STOKED to hear that!!! Both the part about getting past the ugly stage and the video parts as well!!

[@AshaJacobb]

Nice tutorials and loved your teaching style..

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Thank you Art Taiga!!

[@carolannhedemark7147]

I'm new to your channel and I'm already hooked. I'm getting inspired to try something out. Thank you for being YOU!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Welcome, Carol Ann!!! So happy to have you here!

[@STICKYArt]

Very cool! I wanna try black gesso now!!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

OMG it's honestly the best!

[@ngaireashdown6783]

Love your videos, Karen. I have your hamburger cheat sheet and did my very first girl/face canvas this week. Thanks so much for sharing your creativity with us all. Happy days! xo

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Oh I'm so so happy to hear that Ngaire!!

[@elizabethnaisbitt1795]

You are the 'Bomb' Karen, your teaching abilities and techniques are perfect. Tfs xo

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

I just love you Elizabeth, thank you so much, from the bottom of my heart!

[@skeletalremains3860]

GIRL, new sub. I love your energy! Thank you for sharing your passion!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Welcome to the channel!!! You are going to love it!

[@sandyeliadis1374]

Would love to learn your technique amazing love your work

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Thanks for watching, Sandy! Hope this helps: awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@wendyzilli9735]

Hi Karen. I’d love your “hamburger”. You’re such a great cook 😂. Thanks so much for sharing❤️

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Haha, thank you Wendy!!! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@wendyzilli9735]

@@KarenCampbellArtist You are so welcome. Thanks for the burger 🍔 😆

[@gabrielleorlita9492]

The ugly stage 🙈🙈🙈- each time I get hot flashes 😆- anxiety -will I get out of the “ugly phase” - most of the time I do. And it’s good to walk away and let your “eyes” rest, don’t force to fix it . It is better when we come back later and start fresh. Thanks Karen for the wonderful tutorial - and technology cooperated 🙌yay! (Told’ya not to sweat, just take your time); Love your color palette and the girl looks great - (considering she’s in “ugly phase” - you should see my “ugly phase” victims 🙈😄- but thanks God for gesso!!! ) - The cheat sheets are such a super idea - totally awesome! 🙌🙌🙌🎨💕

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

So importance not to let the darn ugly stage ruin things!! LIke a bitch, ya gotta learn to ignore here COMPLETELY! But you know that already!!!

[@gabrielleorlita9492]

Karen Campbell, Artist 😆😆😆You got it Girlfriend!!! Thanks for making me laugh - really appreciate it 🙏. You’re doing Awesome job - well, it’s an AwesomeArtSchool🙌💕🎨😄

[@carlottaholman9481]

Ah yes, the ugly stage. Forever that is where I stopped a piece, it was wonky, the colors were wrong, the proportions were wrong, this isn't what I had in my head when I started. Learning to get past that phase is 1 of the most helpful lessons you give (that's like 1 of the best in like 200 different things you teach us). You've encouraged me to go back into my journals, canvases and such for the pieces that made me cry ( and want to throw away all my art supplies because obviously I'm really bad at this) and start to work them again. Most of those reworked, pieces make me smile now. TFS

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

I'm so so so happy to here that Carlotta!! The ugly stage is a really important "thing" to understand...so you know what to do when you get there. I'll be talking more about this next week. I am thrilled you've been able to come that with your work, I hope other people read this message so that they can have hope for their most hated projects as well! Thanks for sharing, so helpful!

[@nancybeebe7622]

Yes Karen I would love your mixed media HAMBURGER chart. Please

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Thanks so much for watching, Nancy! Here you go! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@heidicolenso8847]

I didn’t know about the rule of three in art...cool. Three is suppose to be a magical number.🌈

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Ooooh, well there ya go!

[@traceybartlam5940]

Loving these videos so much. I’m really looking forward to trying again now I’ve found you! Ought some Matt medium and some mod lodge today - I have the rest!! I just need to find a way of creating a focal point as I can’t draw 😳 maybe cut a face from a magazine and alter it? Maybe I need a drawing course too 😅

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Hi Tracey, that makes me so happy to hear! I'm going to link you to my drawing channel where I have a ton of videos geared towards drawing: bit.ly/karendraws

[@jaes2994]

Thank you, Karen. I’ve watched the 4 videos on “how to” and I printed out your hamburger cheat sheet. Looking forward to future cheat sheets and videos. Between you, NoitArt, and Mike Deakin, I’m developing fun new skills.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Awesome!! I'm so so happy to hear that!

[@carlagrayson1810]

I appreciate your energy so much. You are like sunshine! I recently found your channel, subbed and am working my way through this playlist. Any thoughts on which kind of brayer to use at this stage? Also, why do you add ultra matte gesso to the skin paint? The mod podge will create a matte finish later. I'm sure there is a reason so I am curious how it works together. Thanks!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Hey Carla!! I find brayers are all pretty much the same! I don't think it makes a big difference! And I didn't add Gesso into the skin paint, I just prepped the surface with it so the skin layer would cover better. The Mod Podge - even Matte - actually creates a nice, satin surface that I love to then doodle over with my pitt pens (which you'll see in the following videos!). Hope that clarifies what was going on there!

[@jenniferdjesse4215]

so grateful for this series! thank you! just wondering if i could get the "Which products do what when you add liquid?" sheet? is that the one for next week? can't wait for the next video!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

So happy to hear it! Yes, I'm working hard on it now...I'm up to 6 pages 🙈

[@karenopet1223]

Currently on #4...really a terrific series! I just learned thee liquatex clear gesso=gritty & icky! But....if ur interested...finnabair makes a brown 8 oz tube of clear gesso that is smooth! (Maybe i shoulda kept that secret 😄😄)..& its smooth as a babys bottom! I use it in my bible journal for marker bleed thru. Back to viewing....

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

I really need to get some of that!!! Thank you!

[@Sunflower-rx8rf]

Yessss!!!! I have the hamburger sheet, canNot wAiT for the next one!!! Imagine my surprise when I went & bought all sorts of sprays, markers, & inks, just to find out they MOVE when disturbed with liquid. So frustrating. (Unfortunately, they don’t share this information on the product labeling) Thank you for condensing everything into some basic categories. The little tips & tricks, and condensing all of this info., sets you apart in the GinORmouS world of mixed media. Thank you for being a great teacher....🤩⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

OMG I am so so happy the videos are so helpful to you!!! Yes, the world of water-solubility is a BIG one! Next weeks cheatsheet will be invaluable for you I think!

[@Sunflower-rx8rf]

I agree, i think so!! I know that alot of the products I have are “water soluble”...I just didn’t know they were still “water soluble” after they “dry”. I still have them, & no idea what to do with them, or what the best products are to seal them. Do I spray them? Brush them? I’ve seen someone use a gelatin plate to put down the sealant (airbrush medium) then apply the smaller art piece (5x7) face down onto the plate, & peel up the artwork. That doesn’t really work on a 11x14, or even 8x10 when the gel plate is only 5x7. I love Tombow watercolor markers, but I won’t play with them until I can figure out how to seal them, so I can layer over them. Or where to put them in the burger...so, I agree with you on the water solubility component. Huge hurdle for me. ....Just did a art run, (looking for Strathmore journal, or watercolor paper....) guess what?? Strathmore came out with 184 lb., vellum suface mixed media paper in the “400 series” !!!!!! (The ONLY reason I bought it? I have a heavy hand with wet media, & I can seriously bang up watercolor paper very quickly. And it’s Black Friday. Lol. ) 🤣 🤭

[@berniceseigel6482]

I love your step by step video. It has been a problem for me understanding what each medium does or doesn't do.. Would you please tell me how i can download your "hamburger and that sheet on what liquids. I'm planning on watching how to draw faces next. Your artwork is adorable. Thanks

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Hi Bernice, thank you so much for watching and for your kind words! Hope this helps: awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@meganklobchar7014]

I really like your videos I don't comment really but I always watch your videos ... I think after christmas I am gonna buy your book it looks fantastic. I have that same clear gesso its terrible. Everyone said to try the clear gesso by dina wakley so I did and it's a million times better then the liquidtex one. its super smooth. And way more enjoyable to use . Definitely try it if you get the chance it will change your mind about clear gesso. Thanks for making such great videos! 💯☺

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Thanks for taking a minute to leave such lovely comments, I truly do appreciate it! I will ABSOLUTELY be checking out her Clear Gesso, I hate Liquitex's so much!!! lol! Glad I'm not the only one! Really appreciate that tip!!

[@larnherning6315]

Love this channel, would love a cheat sheet please 🙂

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Absolutely Larn! Here is the cheatsheet: awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@TheComfyNestwithGrace]

I’d love the cheat sheet please.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Thanks for watching, Grace! Enjoy! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@ginnywheeks5939]

Would love the 2 cheat sheets featured in this video 😘

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Here's the whole entire 9 page pdf! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-supplies/ Hamburger layering is page 2 of that.

[@FoodNNewsTV]

Love this! Did you use acrylic paint for the stencils?

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

yes!

[@kathhicks6439]

I need this cheat sheet please!!! 😊

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Here you go: awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-supplies/

[@annaleda3537]

I love this video, but then again, I love them all. How could I get the other sheet with the list of products that work together? I'm not sure what you called it. Thank you.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Hi Anna, thank you! Here you go: awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-supplies/

[@flag1941]

This is what I have been looking for. Just never went far enough. I even drew this type of girls

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Glad this was helpful!

[@juliemuller4089]

I know it may not be a professional product, but Art Basics by Prima has a very smooth, no grit, clear gesso.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

That’s great to know! Thank you!

[@julianichols6356]

Hi Karen I love your work and I have some of your earlier books. Is the sheet you showed in today’s video going to be available as a cheat sheet that’s the one about adding liquid? Thanks for all you do you’re awesome. ❤️

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Yes! The new cheatsheet will cover that and be available on Friday the 6th!

[@julianichols6356]

Thank you so much 💕

[@number1bettyboop]

Wi would love to have your hamburger system please Karen. You have taught me so much. So simply to remember

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

I'm so glad my channel has been helpful! Here you go: awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@ivena534]

I love you channel Karen 💖 I would love a cheat sheet please 😊

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Sure Vena, here's the link to the cheat sheet! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@knittinghands23]

Yes I would like a copy of your cheat sheet. Thank you.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

You bet! And if you need info on supplies my video posting tomorrow will be crazy helpful for you!! AND I am giving out a 9 page booklet on it! lol! Here's the hamburger in the meantime! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@JessicaSchmidtka]

I would love a cheat sheet list

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Here you go, Jessica! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@rebeccacudmore8530]

I’d love a copy of your cheat sheet please. 😊

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Hi Rebecca! Thanks for watching! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@shellyrobinson6825]

I am curious is Chipboard an acceptable substrate for mixed media?? I have a ton of it and well I am curious would that work? I also have a ton of ideas for doing collages on what I have to make books with it. So any input would be appreciated. Thank you.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Yes, you can totally use chipboard!

[@lorimartel5457]

i'm new to mixed media art...and looking forward to starting with it...could you please send me the cheat sheet? I'm learning so much from you...thank you very much for sharing.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Hi Lori! Yay, so exciting! Thanks for watching and here is the PDF: awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-supplies/

[@ArtHealsTheSoul]

Hi great videos I was curious what do you do with all your finished projects do you sell them or do you just fill your house with them ?

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

I do a lot of work in art journals so those are easy to compile! Lots have been published in magazines so journals are a nice way to collect and ship lots of work in one package! I don't sell my work but I do give pieces away to my top tier Patreon members, monthly!

[@ArtHealsTheSoul]

Karen Campbell, Artist ok how come you don’t sale your art?

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

@@ArtHealsTheSoul cuz selling and shipping it is a giant pain, the process is VERY time consuming and VERY expensive... and my joy comes from making it and teaching it, alone. Plus then I can gift it to all my generous patrons! I think giving it away is much more satisfying than selling it. I'd rather spend my time making tutorials and writing more art books, not packing up paintings! There's no fun in that!

[@ArtHealsTheSoul]

@@KarenCampbellArtist Ok just wondering there are different ways of having an art business and what ever floats anybodies boat .

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

@@ArtHealsTheSoul totally! Those are all very good questions!!

[@mariaguzman8269]

Love your teaching style. Would love to have the hamburger cheat sheet.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Sure thing Maria!! Here it is (and thank you so much!) awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@elaine4415]

I don't see your squirrel drawing but I see all your beautiful lady's.. anyway your awesome enjoyed thanks 😊

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

he's right behind me! lol!

[@elaine4415]

@@KarenCampbellArtist I'm going to kill my husband he told me to ask you cause he didn't see it ..lol

[@Pxzvamp33]

Oh Karen, how can I get my hands on this awesome cheat sheet? Loving your videos! Thank you.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

I got you! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/ And there's another whopping 9 page guide coming out with my video this morning so make sure you don't miss that!!

[@stephaniealex1852]

Karen Campbell, Artist can i get the 9 page guide? I will get your book soon, love all this!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

@@stephaniealex1852 absolutely!! It's here: awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-supplies/

[@ANSTHVN]

wow.....Would love the Hamburger cheat sheet please/ so happy I have found you. Aloo want to buy your latest book when its available in Holland

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Is it not there yet? I think maybe it is! Here's the link to all the pdfs (you'll need the whole packet I'm attaching for when you get to Episode 5!) !! (the Hamburger is on page 2 of the bigger packet!) Let me know if you have any questions! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-supplies/

[@samautz1]

I would like your pdf if it is still available. Just retired & it is now my time to play. Love your videos!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Wonderful, I hope you are off to a restful and fun start! Hope this helps! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-supplies/

[@unicornrydr33]

You think if I gesso and then graphite my drawing.... could I use workable fixative on the drawing before adding MORE gesso to prevent the smear? Would that work?

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Fixative helps, yes!

[@Danielle-nz9tn]

Is it possible to get a cheat sheet for the Hamburger process as well as the behavior of different products when they get wet? Thanks! Thank you SOOO much for your amazing videos!! I’m hooked! :) :) :)

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Thank you so much for all your kind comments Danielle!!! I read all my comments on youtube and I know people are so busy these days so when anyone takes the time to leave a kind word, I feel very very honored. I'm so glad you are enjoying the Hamburger series so much, they were SO MUCH FUN to make!! Here is the link to the 9 page pdf packet and the 1 page cheatsheet is actually page 2 of that so you'll have them all. If you have any questions, give a shout!!! I'll hear ya! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-supplies/

[@inessenziale]

It looks like I'm chasing you! But your advices are becoming really precious and your pdf files are a really useful guideline to me. So, can i have the link for the cheat sheet, please? Thank you in advance. :)

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Absolutely, and thanks for watching: awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-supplies/

[@leisha2830]

would love a copy of the hamburger cheat sheet - thanks!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Hi Leisha! Thanks for watching! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@terriealby5209]

Hi Karen! Love your videos...how do I get a copy of your hamburger method cheat sheet... thanks!!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Hi Terrie! Thanks so much for the sweet compliment! Here is my hamburger cheat sheet: awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@terriealby5209]

Thanks Karen!❤

[@SMaYo535]

Would like the link to the hamburger cheat sheet and the media mixing cheat. Thanks

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Hi Sue, thanks for watching! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/ awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-supplies/

[@rmbrazz]

Can I please have the cheat sheet that show the kind of mediums in each sections?

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Sure thing, here you go: create.awesomeartschool.com/mm-hamburger-yta/

[@jenniferpaterson3307]

Hi Karen, could I please get the link to your cheatsheet, I am just starting and I am really enjoying this series.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Hi Jennifer, I'm so glad you're loving the series!!!! My hamburger PDF will definitely help you as you get started! Enjoy: awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@janskipo7111]

Hi Karen; your teaching is fun and informative; can you send a copy of your Hamburger cheat sheet? Thank you, Jan

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Thank you so much, Jan! create.awesomeartschool.com/mm-hamburger-yta/

[@melissiawalker]

Can I have the pdf please and thank you kindly again for sharing your wonderful ideas, advice and stunning art with us you're the best

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Is it this one you need? I have so many by now!! lol! Let me know if this is the wrong one: awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-supplies/

[@sandraakasandychristmas1015]

Hi Karen, could I get your cheat sheet please and thank you. Love your videos.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Hi Sandy! Thanks so much for watching! Here you go: awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-supplies/

[@dyannwynn7021]

Hello I love to try mix media crafting but how do I get all of your chest sheets

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Just by asking! Here's the Hamburger one and next week the new one will be ready! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@Briellette]

Hello Karen, I pray your day is going well. I would love a copy of the cheat sheet. Thanks in advance!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Very well, thanks! Here is the link to grab the cheatsheet! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@katscraftcreation]

I so need this hamburger sheet please xx

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Thanks for watching, Kathleen! Here you go: awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@alexmstudios]

Hi Where can I get all your sheets? I would love to have them.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Here's the Hamburger one and the new one comes out next week! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@josephroberts638]

I’m new and I been painting but idk what kind of art you would call it !!!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

As long as you’re making stuff you like and having fun - doesn’t even need a name 🤷‍♀️ enjoy!

[@paigegitles9107]

How can we get all the cheat cheats including the new one?

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Hi there, Paige! I created an amazing library that houses all of my cheat sheets and will give you access to the new ones when they release as well! . It's super duper cheap, and you can print out the cheat sheets as many times as you need! Here's the link to enroll and get to download and print all the cheat sheets from one spot: awesomeartschool.com/p/youtubelibrary

[@alli9133]

Can i just thin down heavy gesso with water to make it more liquid?

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Technically yes, but I don't think you'll ever get it to the perfectly liquidy state of regular Gesso, but yes you can!

[@alli9133]

Karen Campbell, Artist ty for replying. It's what I have on hand so I'll give it a go while I wait for my delivery. ❤️

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

@@alli9133 totally!! And you're welcome!!

[@veroniquefauvergue6797]

J'adorerais avoir une copie de l'hamburger. Merci beaucoup

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Thanks for watching! Enjoy! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@teresafuller3912]

i'd love a cheat sheet please :)

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

You got it Teresa! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@julieousley6433]

I would love a cheat sheet.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Sure thing Julie, here is the link! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@EkeKrug]

Hei Karen, I would like to receive the pdf's you are talking about. You're videos are great! Thank you for sharing. Greetings Eke

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Thanks for watching, Eke! Here you go: awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@EkeKrug]

​@@KarenCampbellArtist Thank you so much. Just bought your book Find your own style today in Kindle version and following you on You Tube. I can't afford to be a member, but this will help me a lot

[@lizmchenry3049]

I accidentally bought slow dri medium instead of Matte medium 🥴 is it the same as the matte ?

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Hi! It's not, unfortunately. It is made to slow down the drying time of your acrylics by 40%. So why it may have cohesive properties, it's going to be kind of a pain to work with as you have to wait a loooooong time to get to the next layer. But that's entirely up to you if you mind that or not! It would drive me absolutely bonkers but I have the patience of a 5 year old!! So if it were me I'd simply exchange it for the proper choice.

[@twholey981]

I would love your hamburger cheat sheet please 😃

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Thank you so much for watching! Enjoy: awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@haleywhitehall7942]

Do you have a website where you sell your art? I love the ones I've seen that weren't faces. I hope you do more animals.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Hi Haley! Check out my website where I have links to everthing! www.awesomeartschool.com

[@jenniferd9569]

Could I please get your hamburger pdf and the one that talks about what products do when you add liquid please? Thank you so much for doing these!

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Here's the link Jennifer! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-supplies/

[@user-fo4fx7et7w]

I would like to get the hamburger heat sheet please.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Hi Ellen, thanks for watching! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@reneesoileau3368]

I would like to get the hamburger sheet and cheat sheet.

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Hi Renee, thanks for watching! awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/

[@jeanetteperea6933]

Hi Karen , I would love to have the hamburger pdf cheat sheet. Thank you. ,

[@KarenCampbellArtist]

Hi Jeanette! Thanks for watching! Here is the PDF: awesomeartschool.lpages.co/mm-hamburger/