Mixed Media Art Journal Cover Tutorial

NOTE: More VIDEO TUTORIALS BY GABRIELLE POLLACCO CAN BE FOUND IN THE RIGHT SIDE COLUMN OF HER BLOG gabriellepollac...
Mixed Media video tutorial by Gabrielle Pollacco using Dusty Attic Designs chipboard, inspired by Finnabair.
Supplies:
~ Canson Art Journal
~ Patterned Paper: Prima Sunrise Sunset collection
~ Dusty Attic Chipboard: Scallop Circles, Cogs #1, Jumbo Cogs,
Vintage Keys, Nuts and Bolts, Bookman ABC Set, Elegant Flourish Small
~ Stencils: Crafters Workshop 'Art Is' 6x6, Prima Checker 'Sunrise Sunset collection
~ Home-made texture paste (recipe in right column of my blog)
~ Luminarte H20's 'Egyptian Gold'
~ Luminarte Silks 'Snap Dragon'
~ Tattered Angels Glimmer Mist 'Almost Black', 'Cinnamon'
~ Perfect Pearls Mist 'Interference Red'
~ Prima Clear Pebbles
~ Prima Mechanicals 'Roman Numerals'
~ Prima Flowers 'Precious Metals-Gold', 'Sunrise Sunset Gold Roses'
~ Dress It Up (small pebbles)
~ Recollections Metal Accents, some Dollar Store Metal accents
~ Dry wall tape (from hardware store)
~ Other: bottle caps, buttons, dollar store gems.
**The Scrapbook Diaries, is a great online source for mixed media products www.thescrapboo...
Texture Paste recipe can be found at my blog gabriellepollac...
NOTE: There was a request for a link to a UK Store that carries Dusty Attic, here it is hon....
www.absolutescr...

[@ReciclefazendoArte]

I've been watching your videos for years and my artistic projects have a lot to do with your work. I like to watch them again and again. 👏👏👏

[@maryannanderson7517]

Beautiful. I loved watching this cover be born...

[@amber7ison]

My daughter and I simultaneously said, "Wow!" at the end. Great work!

[@paulabinkley9398]

Amazed at the talent so many people have. You are very blessed. This was gorgeous. Thanx for sharing.

[@cheyannamacie6477]

Gabrille, You are one of the finest artist I've ever seen....Thank you for sharing your creativity with us all!!!!

[@purplebeader1]

Please don't stop your videos because a couple of people think they own the rights to mixed media. Your work is awesome and I love watching your videos.

[@GabriellePollacco]

Thank you Debbie, I really appreciate it, things like this can be a little discouraging especially given how much time and effort goes into making up a video tutorial. It's nice to know that there are so many of you out there that appreciate it. xo xo

[@saintsdancenrome]

I love your tutorials Gabrielle & thankful for all the great stuff you inspire us all to do. TFS love it. . . Now I just need a little H20. I have wanted to buy this in the past & love how it just adds the right amount of shine. Great job.

[@GabriellePollacco]

Thanks so much! I hope you are able to get your hands on some H20's, they're lots of fun! xo xo

[@naticristellavi8236]

I love it! So feminine, although have many of the mechanical gears, you manage to give the piece a beautiful look. Great Journal!

[@rosesabia]

Loved this. The process was fascinating! It's amazing to see how your think the design out. It just evolves. Sometimes there is no plan...just instinct and it showed in how the design was born....lovely....

[@mitzzy40]

Completely mesmerized by your talent. Thanks for sharing it and God bless you.

[@MrGramede]

All your works are extremely beautiful. Thanks so much for sharing them.

[@sabrenaroy837]

amazing, I've. neaver seen any thing like it. beautiful.PLEASE PLEASE KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!! I LOVE YOU WORK. Keep it coming. It's very fashionable. Your ahead of the fashion. thank u.

[@jaydaz101]

absolutely love this and watched other videos of mixed media...I'm mesmerised and inspired!! would love to do this sort of thing for a living!!!!

[@AmazingWomensWorld]

wow....................wonderful..................nice work

[@patriotmem2645]

wow so glad you have turned up the notch on simple techniques... I watch in amazement and so wish to break out of the rut!! Thanks for making it possible!! awesome work.

[@buggyhay5535]

Now I know what I can make for my little sisters b-day. Thanks so much for the idea

[@photogfrank2146]

I love your art Gabrielle! It's really awesome! I wish I could learn to be as free and creative as you are! I have such a problem with trying to get everything perfect. It really sucks all the creativity out of everything! My favorite is your Steampunk Mixed Media Journal Cover! It is beautiful!

[@jennifermason9653]

Beautiful......thank you for sharing this with everyone.

[@elkeartsandcrafts]

Absolutely stunning. Beautiful colours. I also like the other cover that you did. Well done and TFS

[@creativeregardless9352]

love this video! and love that you use home-made texture paste. I also try and use what I have in stock and homemade bits and pieces. TFS

[@littlebooks4760]

You really are one very cleaver lady your passion is enormous, I couldn’t do this but I’m so glad to have watched it’s so inspirational, love love the colour scheme the appliqué is amazing your hands did the work to turn this into another exquisite piece of Art hugs your amazing Xxx 🦋🌹🌸🎀🌷💐

[@okstillhere]

I love what you created. I am not sure what the fuss is about. I have been seeing the techniques you used several times by many different artists. Keep up the good work I enjoy watching you!

[@GabriellePollacco]

Thanks so much for your kind words, I appreciate that you can see that I've shared this tutorial because of my love for the craft. This was meant as a showcase for Dusty Attic Chipboard, to show how well it works with this style of mixed media. When I said that Finnabair inspired this, my meaning was that her 'body of work' was an inspiration, this was not an imitation of one particular project she has done. I actually gleened a lot of the design tips from a number of other artists on youtube that have shared tutorials in this mixed media style. Your positive feedback on my work is much appreciated! xo xo

[@moonash4274]

Stunning work,the colours are amazing. Tfs x

[@GabriellePollacco]

Thanks so much Amanda! xo

[@helenroberts524]

This piece is stunning and yes the colors are amazing,tfs x

[@tinlizzie4444]

Beautiful journal cover!! Love watching the step by step process!! TFS!! Hugs, Liz:)

[@Ladysarauk]

this is so very stunning, purple and gold are two of my favourite colours, such a beautiful tutorial hugs Sara

[@GabriellePollacco]

Thanks Sara! Appreciate it! xo xo

[@ishikajain2703]

Oh! Really this is amazing.... I liked this cover....Soooo beautiful....

[@katies708]

Gabrielle, this is the first video I have watched by you and it is WONDERFUL. I'm not sure why anyone would be upset with your tutorial...Finnabair has a channel with dozens of such tutorials on mixed media (by other artists) and yours is one of the best! Like you, most of them verbally acknowledged Finnabair and then get on with their project. Keep up the great work! I just subscribed to your channel and cannot wait to watch more of your vids!

[@GabriellePollacco]

I really appreciate your thoughts on this Katie, thanks so much! xo xo

[@linaalsadi7275]

It's gorgeous and very very beautiful thanks for sharing

[@dwyllisharrison6489]

Amazing! And beautiful! Great tutorial. I love your projects & can't wait to have a try at this sort of mixed media project. TFS.

[@GabriellePollacco]

Thanks for your lovely comment Dwyllis, give it a try, it's a lot of fun and you can't really mess it up! :) xo

[@GluePaperScissors]

just had my first class last weekend and I want to mix media everything now. Watching your art work just inspires me more. :) thanks for sharing

[@GabriellePollacco]

Thanks for saying that Lisa, I appreciate it! You're going to love it once you get started! Have fun hon! xo

[@digarling2451]

Loved your tutorial and adore the journal cover. Beautiful, beautiful work. thanks for sharing. I subscribed too.

[@delygirl1961]

Man, I love what you do. I'm getting closer and closer to doing my own canvas. Thank you so much for sharing Cheryl

[@GabriellePollacco]

Thanks so much Cheryl! I really appreciate your kind feedback xo

[@kelly26km]

your tutorials are amazing thanks so much for sharing

[@joanngordon7955]

This beautiful and exactly what I had in mind!! And, NOT black!

[@Delta1Duck]

Spectacular !!Love this creativity

[@debrawhitchurch]

Gorgeous,love your work,and videos,you are Amazing,TFS!

[@GabriellePollacco]

I appreciate your sweet words Debra, thank you! xo

[@devotae]

very nice crafting. You could sell them so easy

[@demigough2040]

Absolutely gorgeous cover! Have subscribed and am off to watch more of your fab art journaling 😍

[@marlenetombleson1963]

i wish i had your talent. your work is truly beautiful

[@sheriwheeler6537]

Very impressive! Thank you for the inspiration ....

[@debterry1007]

Well Gabrielle... you cant please everyone. lol I guess some people just don't like purple However! Purple is my favorite color! I loved watching you do this. Thank you so much for sharing.... We have been remodeling a 1970's house this past year and i have been saving bits of this and that and want to try doing something like this with it... Cross your fingers.... Hugs! deb

[@sandrinep.6857]

So Beautiful !

[@pergadootje]

This is amazing, such a beautiful cover. Thank you for the tutorial. Hugs Astrid

[@GabriellePollacco]

You're welcome! and thank you for your kind comment! xo

[@Scrapitydoodah]

Your work is always very beautiful. You are a very talented lady and a great inspiriation. Hugs Lynn

[@GabriellePollacco]

Lynn, I really appreciate your kind words, thank you! xo xo

[@craftysoul1]

i loved watching the process you make it look so easy, definately give this a go thank you for your inspiration and for sharing, Tracey in New Zealand

[@mirandaupnorthn7053]

I love that, the colors are great! You've inspired me. I've never worked with Gesso before, and now I'm mad that its too late to go to Michaels and get some. LOL...but I will tomorrow for sure ;). Thanks for sharing.

[@lenorajackson6770]

Thanks for sharing. Very inspirational.

[@imnoyz]

That is freakin awesome! Love it! And now I'm going to give it ago. You're amazing!

[@CreateOneDay]

Stunning!

[@GabriellePollacco]

Thanks hon! xo

[@ScrapMary]

Incantevole , ,sono senza parole ,bellissimo!!!

[@GabriellePollacco]

Thanks Mary! xo

[@HelenLoves2Create]

This is just beautiful!!!

[@dahianbm2588]

OMG! You are an artist!!! thankssssssssss.

[@Canadian693]

Love it! Thanks for sharing!

[@ATraceofSparkle]

Very beautiful

[@GabriellePollacco]

Thanks so much for the sweet comment xo

[@jrm2716]

Gorgeous! Tfs

[@artsycraftystudio]

so lovely! Thank you!!

[@DragonzWenchJournaling]

Thank you for sharing, beautiful work

[@JSmith-hn5ki]

omg! that is the business right there! I love it!

[@luv46kdz]

Gabi, people REALLY have to get over themselves. The last original piece of art is on the walls of caves. I told Lisa Gregory that we're all papercrafters for crying out loud. We haven't been commissioned by the friggin Pope to paint a Vatican ceiling. Don't stop doing what you do :) "Haters gonna hate, but I just love, love, love." Teresa Giudice New Jersey Housewives :D

[@GabriellePollacco]

LOL! You make me smile Paula! (love watching the RHNJ).....I had no idea there is any discussions going on somewhere about this. I think I made a mistake in trying to do a nice thing in acknowledging Finn as my inspiration. I did this because I wanted to acknowledge her 'body of work', being one of the first to work in this style. My design was not in any way an imitation of her Spell book. I have never taken one of her classes. I have no idea what mediums she uses on her projects or have a full comprehension of her process. What I know of this style of mixed media is what I've gleaned from watching countless youtube videos of other artists that have worked in the same mixed media style. I probably should have listed them instead. People who know me, know that I share my tutorials purely for the love of the craft, it makes me happy to see peoples joy when they've tried something new and were successful at it. I've had people copy my projects right down to products used and placement, and I don't mind at all. It's how people learn. Why do we teach if we don't want anyone to use it. ....I don't want to step on her toes in respect to her classes, and I don't think I am. There are loads of video's out there showing this style of mixed media, it's not a top secret. I admire her work but am sad she has taken this stance about others working in the same style she works in. I hope she'll have a change of heart. ....thanks again for your kind support hon! xo xo

[@dunlap1061]

Just love it!

[@GabriellePollacco]

Thanks so much! xo

[@LeleLineca]

I so love this. you inspire a lot. Thank you so much for all your efforts and work. awesome! Hugs and xo'æs Lele

[@GabriellePollacco]

Thanks Lele for taking the time to write your kind feedback, it is much appreciated! xo

[@LeleLineca]

You are welcome Gabrielle:)

[@nickidennis9456]

Gabrielle Pollacco

[@helenhollinger3780]

I am sad to see this too.... I was honoured to be able to take a class from Finnabair.... And although I have been inspired to make 5 canvases since taking her class.... I would never show how to do it on you tube. Maybe you should reconsider having this video up!

[@GabriellePollacco]

Helen, I've never actually taken a class of Finnabairs, so had no idea that she has put a ban on people sharing projects done in the style that she has pioneered and that is now commonly used by many, many scrapbookers and shared in tutorials. It's not top secret how this is done. I have many followers who like to imitate my style and share what they've learned from me and I take no issue with it, that's why we share and teach, as a matter of fact I'm delighted when people show me their take on some of my projects. this tutorial was done to showcase Dusty Attic Chipboard and how well it works in mixed media. It's sad that a few people are getting so up in arms about this.

[@paulaandreallanotranacas1155]

Super divino. Grazie

[@Lemontop1000]

Awesome...thank you!

[@OksanaZemlyack]

Очень красиво. Супер. Я в восторге.

[@hallieshouse13]

Love this !

[@GabriellePollacco]

Thanks so much! xo

[@dianasolportillaarturo4349]

PRECIOSISISISISIMO....GRACIAS....MUY HERMOSO

[@debanderson3970]

great job! that was just what I wanted to see. I want to buy that shimmer paint.

[@elizaliza3945]

Woaw it's absolutely stunning :D

[@choupienet8442]

c'est vraiment sublime! it's wonderfull ! ^^

[@FrankieLee]

Beautiful

[@michellefay2435]

1 word wow . And omg I cannot believe some of these comments if you don't like this then don't comment as to go as far and say so ones hard work looks like shit well that's shocking why don't you give it ago yourself and see how fab you can do it , nasty nasty really is I abs love it

[@بلقيسالبلوشي-خ3ل]

thank you for this video!!!

[@MakeupByClaudia08]

Sooo gorgeous! I love ur work! Def subbed!!!

[@defactori]

wonderful!!

[@ReciclefazendoArte]

I am here again. (Kiko)

[@rhonddalesley]

Ooh, Absolute Scrap? I'm off with my virtual shopping cart!

[@GabriellePollacco]

Happy Shopping hon! xo

[@bettyboops7643]

magnifique !!! beau travail

[@TheJuleBoxStudios]

What a gorgeous combination of colors! I noticed some areas took the purple really well, is it that those elements were more porous maybe? It's such a great piece!! TFS Gabrielle! :)

[@GabriellePollacco]

Hi Jules, yes I think that some area's will take on color better than others becaue of their porous quality (for example the lace really absorbed the color well. If you want the color to be darker in some areas, a second coat doesn't hurt. :)

[@sarahdudly5180]

-Jules Aviles not really (sorry Gabrielle this is the only project i dont like)

[@deannajohnson4026]

Fabulous. Love the music.

[@sarahcoates380]

You're my inspiration to new ideas. I really want to do this but some of the items are not available in the UK. I'm trying to use bits and pieces of all sorts to try and achieve the same results. Cutting cardboard out is laborious but I keep going. If anyone knows where i can get dusty attic supplies in the UK please please let me know. Thank you Gabie x

[@GabriellePollacco]

Thanks so much Sarah! and YES! there is an awesome store in the UK that carries Dusty Attic called Absolute Scrap! I have them listed in the side column of my blog under the DA badge. I can't post a link in a reply so I'll post the link up in my description area for you okay? (and thanks again for the kind words!) xo

[@craftynanasharonludlow8481]

love this project. i love mixed media but im a bit scared 2 do it so im watching a few tutorials before i attempt it lol. tfs xxx

[@GabriellePollacco]

Go for it hon! You pretty much can't go wrong with mixed media, just keep layering lol.....only one thing, once you start you'll be addicted :) xo xo

[@craftynanasharonludlow8481]

alot of peeps have told me its addictive lol. xxx

[@juliewhiteley2211]

stunning x

[@paularoehl-johnson9991]

Did you go to Art School? Your work is always amazing and inspiring! I like the colors on this one. But my favorite one is the vintage dress!

[@GabriellePollacco]

Thanks Paula, sorry I only just saw your post....I took 3 years of Commercial Arts in school. Thanks so much for your kind words on my projects! xo

[@Pherine1]

Stunning x x

[@bleigh8793]

Amazing!

[@crossstitchbutton]

beautiful very talented, very inspiring :0)

[@countrysilkwormers28]

Love your work Gabrielle, only thing I ask is could you make the subtitles darker or more visable I find them very hard to read with the background. Cheers Lyn

[@jonan358]

beautiful

[@mimikhan9546]

WOW AND WOW.

[@BB-ms6yf]

very nice

[@75ChrisC]

Magic!

[@leslieryalls566]

Wow!

[@sparkledavis4405]

Very nice ! Does anybody know how much one would charge for something like

[@rosereissouza3806]

muito lindo!!! será que no brasil encontro pra comprar o material? Parabéns

[@clarebear5946]

SUCH a pretty journal cover, i LOVE IT. how do u make that paste!?? i want to try it! :)

[@narmanualidades1177]

Bellisimo.

[@저우하니저우하니]

magnificence

[@sparkledavis4405]

Very nice .... Does any body know how much you would for a piece like