Would you like to explore the magical world of watercolor painting? But you feel that you are not yet good at it? Say goodbye to the traditional way of painting and get ready to learn new watercolor techniques to create stunning mixed media art pieces. Not only will you be able to use your creations as greeting cards, affirmation cards, wall art, or surface pattern designs, but you'll also learn how to master two extraordinary mixed media painting techniques: bubble art and image transfer!

What material do I need for this watercolor painting technique? You don't need any fancy materials or equipment. With just some dish soap, straws, and cookie cutters, you'll be able to create beautiful artworks. Whether you choose to use liquid watercolor and photo paper, which gives great results, or you decide to experiment with acrylics, gouache, acrylic ink, or drawing ink, the outcome will always be unique.

During this class, you'll discover the best ratio for the bubble paint mixture, explore different techniques to get the bubbles on the paper, use cookie cutters to give texture and form, and learn how to add printed words using the image transfer technique.

And the best part? Working with soap bubbles is not only playful and fun, but it's also incredibly relaxing. It'll help you unwind, focus on the process, and embrace happy accidents.

At the end of this class, you'll have at least one finished card that you can frame, use as a greeting card, or digitize. And if you're feeling creative, you can even take out elements to create beautiful patterns that will leave everyone speechless.

Whether you're a painting beginner, interested in mixed media techniques, or simply on the lookout for the next art project, this class is perfect for you. So what are you waiting for? Let the magic begin!

Download the materials list as a PDF in the “Projects & Resources” tab (available from your desktop computer).

SOAP

dish soap

PAINTS

watercolors (liquid if available) OR
gouache / acrylics / drawing ink / Indian ink

FORMS

Cookie cutters

PAPER

photo paper (I‘ve used a 250 gsm high gloss inkjet photo paper) OR
glossy laser printer paper OR
watercolor paper

ADHESIVE

matte medium OR
gloss medium OR
PVA glue / school glue

ADDITIONAL ITEMS

water container
eyedropper tool (optional)
brush
plastic card and/or spoon (anything that doesn’t absorb water)
kitchen paper
straws
needle (optional)
scissors

Want to learn more interesting uses for your paints?
Then check out this course of mine: Get Into The Flow: 7 Days of Abstracts with Everyday Materials in which I give you 7 ideas to explore with your watercolor, acrylic or gouache paints.

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