2023 Topic 8 : Master Wheel - Tetradic {by Liesbeth Fidder-De Vos} with Hot Picks stamps

Hi everyone!

Liesbeth here with you today, here at the PaperArtsy Blog we continue the Colour Wheel adventure, and this time we  bloggers use the same three Fresco Paint colours. So many possibilities, so much fun! Read everything about this Master Wheel Topic Introduction HERE! 

After the mixing fun, I ended up with an art journal spread in my altered book. Without the colour wheel I would never have chosen the coulors I used here, it's so surprising and I really love it!

As you can also read in the Topic Introduction we use this three ,icecream' colours of PaperArtsy Fresco Finish paint as the three primary red, yellow and blue colours: Candy Floss, Aqua Duck Egg and Butter.

At this early stage I also chose this two wonderful PaperArtsy stamp sets! Hot Picks HP2201 and HP2203:

How I love this stamps! The vintage style, the beautiful faces, the many fine details and the texts, so amazing!

I started by filling in the colour wheel, despite there are pictures of it in the Topic Introduction. I wanted to experience and enjoy it myself :-)       

Starting with the primaries Butter and Candy Floss, I mixed the colours between those two.

And of course the same with Aqua Duck Egg, till the entire wheel was filled and lovely new colours appeared. I always paint every colour onto a scrap of white paper as well for an easier choice later on.

My challenge was to choose a Tetrad: a 4-colour sheme. I choose this two opposite pairs in a rectangle shape. I didn't want to much pinks and I love the grey one (7)!

So I ended up with two primary colours (PaperArtsy Fresco paints Butter and Aqua Duck Egg) and two mixes. Here I mixed a bigger amount of my chosen colours.

And here they are, ready to go! A warm, vintage soft colour combination...I think they will work well with the stamps! Let's try! I took my altered book, an old book to do Art Journaling in, and started..no idea in this stage where, what, or how it will end! I always just start.

 

Breaking the blank canvas...oh oops not blank of course! Because it's an old book I'm working in it already has a beautiful printed background. I started the spread with the two warm colours: Yellow (Butter) and the pink mix, I just applied it using my fingers. A thin layer, I wanted the letters to shine through a bit.

The two faces from the stamp sets will be the focal points, one on each page. I indicated where the faces should go and marked the spots with a pencil. I will keep those circles free from all that is yet to come.

It needed a bit of structure, so I tore out some small pieces of old music sheet paper and glued them here and there onto the spread, I painted them with some yellow and pink. After that I took the two cool colours, Blue (Aqua Duck Egg) and the grey mix, and made stripes/smudges and dots with my fingers.

I spread a thin layer of the same colours (blue and grey) onto a craft sheet and used it as an ,ink pad'. Using that paint,  I stamped the numbers (HP2201) and the block pattern stamp (HP2203) spread out over the pages. (After stamping with paint, clean your stamps directly)

Then suddenly I got the plan of making circles. I used the three small circles/windows from the stencil  you see here below. (PaperArtsy stencil PS269).

 For this I used the grey mixed paint and some white gesso and stencilled the circles here and there on the spread. On half gray, the other half white, blending the colours a bit in the middle. I tried to make a nice composition.

And even more circles: using a small lid I stamped with gesso some nice open circles.

Now it`s time for the focal points of the journal spread: the two wonderful faces! First I erased my pencil circles where I indicated the right place with. Using a waterproof black ink (I used Tsukineko StazOn-Jet Black) I stamped the men (are they both men?? I think they are :-) ) onto the pages and also on a one layer  piece of kleenex tissue paper that I tore out. 

I mixed a bit of the pink paint with a tiny bit of gesso to make it lighter and painted the faces on the page with it, as shown here below, to smooth and brighten the faces.

When the paints was dry I added the tissue faces with some gel medium and let dry well.

At this stage I looked at my journal spread and I really love the colours...but it was so boring and to empty, it needed a lot more interesting details and maybe a whiff of a bright colour. I started to fill the page with some other stamps from the two sets with black ink: the measuring things, the tag stamps... and then some colour: I stamped the numbered diamonds with Memento Luxe-Morocco. Exactly what it needed!

I set my eye on the lovely stamped tags and wanted to let them pop out and shine! In my stash I found some design paper in exactly the right colours, I stamped the tags, cut them out and punched the holes. I glued them onto the tags on the journal spread. I also cut out some bigger butterflies and stamped the text.

A detail of the tags, left page.

As soon as I was satisfied with the page it was time for the finishing touches: With watered down (transparent) gesso I painted the lid circles. As the quarter theme here at the PaperArtsy Blog is Transparency... that was perfect!

Using a charcoal pencil and my finger, I made shadows on one side of the stencilled circles to create depth and I outlined them with a black fineliner. I coloured both faces a bit with colour pencils, very subtle... and drew some accents with a white gel pen. 

Another detail. I glued down the cut out butterflies and drew the legs. I sponged the edges of the pages with black ink.

A second Transparency item was Glossy Accents. I applied it on the circle around the right head, on some other spots as an accent and also onto the glasses! I like the effect!

I let the Glossy Accents dry overnight and now it looks like real glass!

The finished art journal spread! I'm so happy with how it turned out in the end!

All credits to the protagonists of my spread: The wonderful PaperArtsy Hot Picks stamp sets HP2201 and HP2203. And of course the three primary colours PaperArtsy Fresco paint I made the mixed Tetrad colours with: Butter, Aqua Duck Egg and Candy Floss.

What fun this was to do again! Just like the previous times I worked with the colour wheel, it was very surprising and exciting again how it would turn out. I would like to recommend everyone to watch the Topic Introduction and apply the ,rules' and tips. Now I  understand colours and colour mixing, and this way colours always work perfectly together. Nothing but benefits. Give it a try and have lots of fun! See you next time!

Liesbeth 😀

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NEW PaperArtsy Products: Hot Picks {July 2022}

Hi everyone, the PaperArtsy Team here

We are super excited to share with you our newest release for PaperArtsy, 3 stamps and complementing stencils.

This release is a true collaboration between Mark (Mr PaperArtsy), Leandra (Mrs PaperArtsy) and Dounia (French PaperArtsy Elf). We focused on elements and timeless patterns, and 2 vintage characters that we hope offers you stamps and stencils fit for all occasions yet still bringing the vintage and distressed Hot Picks style. Mark created some wonderful patterns and textures, Dounia focused on the collage stamps and Leandra took care of the quotes and curated the whole collection. We tried to bring you all you need for your projects: focal images, textures, additional elements, background patterns and quotes! 

Don't forget Leandra and Dounia will be along to share with you LIVE these new products and ideas over in our Facebook Group, PaperArtsy People shortly after this post publishes. 

 

For the next few months, these stamps are available EXCLUSIVELY from our approved stockists. Please check the list at the foot of this post to find a retailer online or geographically near you, it makes sense to order within your country where possible.

Price: RRP €21.92 +VAT, Size:5" x 6" (13 x16.5cm)
All stamps are individually trimmed onto cling foam, with a laminated storage/index sheet.
  

Hot Picks 2201 (HP2201/ HP2201EZ)

 

For all your numbers and ruler needs! Numbers are such versatile elements, they can be focals with meaning or be used in the background for patterns. We tried to balance and contrast organic designs and more structured arrangements, with lots of open elements to add pops of colour. Don't be intimidated by the Mistress of Numbers, even if she is dripping maths everywhere! She is easy to piece and layer for a variety of looks.

Leandra created a journal spread with numbers galore everywhere. The numbers stencil is in the background, numbers are stamped bold and light, and of course our wonderful numeric queen focal stamp; the prize of this set. You can just tell she is on top of her number game, they even drip from her shoulders!! The small number cluster is great to build textures and the open font allows you to easily add pops of color.

 

You can see the layers and detail from stencils, stamps and paint were gradually built up.

 

Dounia created a portrait piece showcasing all the stamps in the set! Lots of fun playing with all the textures.

The numbers in diamonds can provide funky patterns when used as a block, like on the cloak. They can also be cut apart to be stamped separately. All the numbers are here so they can be arranged to create dates or other significant numbers. Here they are stamped around in a circular arrangement with a gradient of grey inks to create an impressive head piece.

The same principle is applied with the small number cluster in the background to help focus the eyes on the centre of the piece.

The details on the ruler stamp are gorgeous! Just a little shading make them pop. The criss-crossing is also a great opportunity to layer, made here into a wrap dress.

Hot Picks 2202 (HP2202/HP2202EZ)

 

This stamp set is all about textures and patterns, from the totally abstract to the very representative. We tried to offer you an variety of shapes and sizes to cover as much (back)ground real estate as possible: blocks, borders, organic shapes... While each stamp can certainly stand up on its own, this set is an invitation to play: repeat stamping, mix and match, colour play, layering... lots of fun to be had and textures to discover!

 

You might wonder about the bottom left stamp of the set. Well it creates a quick and easy texture. Grey ink provides a strong mottled, patchy look above while pink paint makes for a softer tonal background below.

The ruler block can be an amazing background and is also intricate enough to be a focal point. If your stamping is not perfect, it just makes it more grungy!

When two sizes of chequerboard were added to this set, the intention was to be able to layer them for a variety of textures. The sides of this sample are a great example of what can be achieved!

Rulers, chequerboard and script are staples in the Hot Pick stamp-camp!

Smushed paint on tags, over-stamp in black, and you have instant backgrounds or tags for any gifting need. We all love every stamp on this background set as examples of classic Hot Picks elements.

Hot Picks 2203 (HP2203/HP2203EZ)

 

Squares, letters and tags, oh my! This set celebrates writing and is geared a bit more toward journaling, with two open stamps ready for customization and a topical quote. We did not forget to pair them with a big collage portrait. Lord Letters is presiding over the alphabet. He has his glasses on to check your grammar! Checks again offer cohesion to the set, letting the stamps work both alone and together with inherent layering possibilities.

 

Leandra did another journal spread, and this time used both the numbers and squares stencils in the background, as well as HP2203 and HP2202 on the page.

To make Lord Letters stand out, hand journaling was applied around his head in white Uniball paint pen.

In the background the quote was stamped in pinky-blue paint to add some interest and texture. The little black flowers are a Scrapcosy stamp, ESC28.

Lots of stencil bumping on this page with both the numbers and the squares stencils. Paints were applied over the top too, to lighten the entire page a little - things were getting kind of dark. Accents around the edges in black came from the rulers stamp. The apothecary stamp is another Scrapcosy design from ESC29.

Dounia did another layered piece, full of small details and celebrating checks.

This set is full of small elements to add interest, dimension and journaling to a spread or card. The smallest tags, cut separately, are perfect for one letter or number. They provide an easy grounding for the main image.

The big corner cluster can hold a few words, for a greeting or, as here, part of a quote. The different elements are stamped on various backgrounds and layered for a subtle dimension. The backing Japanese text also provides subtle patterning on the bigger tags.

The chequerboard stamp is used a bit everywhere to create texture. Depending on the contrast between the colours chosen, the effect can be subtle or striking.

Lord Letters is easy to separate from his background, to have fun with layers. Each little green square was cut and glued one by one, that took some patience!

Regular Size: 6.5" x 7" (16 x 18cm) Price: RRP €5.38 + VAT

  

PaperArtsy Stencil 311 (PS311)

Keeping on with the checks and letters! The somewhat rigid squares are a great contrast to to the curvy letters. We included many different alphabets for variation and versatility. Each square can be used separately as fun elements but this stencil is also very easy to reposition for pattern repeat, rapidly creating an all over look. The open and closed squares are the same size, so you can also add a second layer in between the first with another colour!

 

Leandra tested out all 3 stencils as double spreads in her journal. This one shows how well this chequerboard and letters combo can be extended to cover a larger area with ease. 

 

Bottom left you can see just one layer of Chantilly paint over the blue-green background.

 

When she comes back over the blank square with Squid ink you can see you get another effect too, and yes she put some pink paint over the cream zone too.

Dounia also went for the double layer look but hers is achieved with reverse stenciling and a pink marker, with the help of black and white pens. The sentiment is part of the HPXT03 set.

In this sample, the black lining and white highlights really makes the letters pop. Some hand journaling ties the look together while staying on topic!

PaperArtsy Stencil 312 (PS312)

Can you guess we love numbers? Inspired by the small number cluster on HP2201, here is a much bigger version. The 'numbers inside numbers' trick not only provides you with several sizes of numbers but also allows the pattern to be both bold and intricate at the same time. The number cloud is a nice shape stencilled once but the fun bubbles make also the stencil easy to tile. If you want, the numbers are possible to isolate and they are all the same size.

 

Lots of layers, colours and blending.

 

 

It is interesting to put a dark colour on top of a lighter one, and sand a lot all the time in between and on top of the layers as you work. 

Here you can see the effect where the white under layer becomes a highlight when the green on top has been sanded.

 

The big numbers are all matching sizes and therefore can be aligned, for example to create a birthday card. Here they are paired with the number cluster from HP2201, which inspired the stencil, and a sentiment from HPXT03.

The 'numbers in numbers' are definitively not the same size! They were traced and colored in for a nice overlay.

PaperArtsy Stencil 313 (PS313)

We are finishing with a somewhat abstract stencil. While the whole stencil creates a great overall background effect (with easy repeating!), each horizontal section can also be used on its own and repeated for a variety of patterns: tiling, flowers, cubes, stars, circles, etc... Add a bit of layering and the possibilities are endless. We are sure you will discover your own patterns! Singular elements like the flowers or circles can even be stencilled and arranged separately.

 

This stencil fades out, and you can see that Leandra has done so slightly differently on each side of this spread.

The pattern is pretty how it softens out, and Dounia shows how you can use these patterns in different ways below.

 

 

Dounia made a series of cards showcasing the different patterns found in the stencil. The top circles provide nice open spaces for quotes or other elements. The heads of the two characters from HP2201 and HP2203 fit (snuggly) inside for example!

The middle of the stencil is an arrangement of diamonds. While it immediately invokes flowers, a little bit of shading inside can bring out cubes.

Six diamonds also make a Maltese star.

 

The full pattern at the bottom of the stencil creates a great overall intricate pattern. It is easy to single out some elements to create frames or more patterns.

This sample also shows that the main stamp from HP2201 can easily made into a 'normal' lady. She is easy to separate from head piece and a little bit of careful painting on the face erases the ruler!

We really hope you find something interesting within this release. It really is our pleasure to create and bring products to market for all our creative enjoyment!

If you have missed any of the designer lives over in PaperArtsy People FB group this week (or in previous months), you will find them all pinned to the 'featured' tab at the top of the group home page. Well worth a look to see the variety of style and products that PaperArtsy brings to you from each designer line.

Our stockists leave their product links in the live chat so you can find new releases fast and with ease. Below you will see a list of the stores that tend to order consistently from us, and therefore should have the new products in stock. 

Thanks for taking time to be with us this week!

Leandra, Dounia, Mark and the PaperArtsy team

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