PAINTING BACKGROUNDS
In mixed media, backgrounds can be considered as works of art in themselves. Here are a few basic painting techniques that can be used to create backgrounds for your mixed media artwork.
SCUMBLING & STIPPLING
To scumble, use just a little bit of paint on an old, dry brush. Push and spread the paint around, creating a thin layer (left side of image). To stipple, use the same dry brush in a soft bouncing motion, again with a minimum of paint, splaying the bristles as you bounce the brush (right side of image).
Using scumbling ...
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