Join me on a journey through the art of collage as we explore eight imaginative ways to use old book pages. Rediscover techniques that will help you create interesting collages that you are pleased with. You'll also be able to use some of these ideas for decorating junk journal pages or creating pockets.
Vintage book pages are such a great resource for collage art materials. Learn how to repurpose these forgotten treasures and infuse them with fresh meaning and artistic expression. There are several great techniques you can use in your junk journals and gluebooks.
I'll demonstrate techniques such as decoupage, text as texture, and layering. Explore the art of combining vintage illustrations and patterns to create visually captivating compositions.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your collage game and discover the endless possibilities of using old book pages in your artwork. Let's explore the potential of vintage paper in your collages.
0:00 Intro
1:01 Adding book pages as the foundation layer
3:58 The layering and tearing of pages
6:46 Incorporating found text in a collage
8:51 Using images and illustrations from book pages
10:12 Creating a border or frame with text pages
16:56 Adding mixed media to book pages
21:23 Using your printer to print an image on a book page
24:20 Using ink and a rubber stamp on book pages
31:50 Outro
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🔴 I'm Margarete Miller. I'm a collage artist who loves to use vintage papers and vintage themes in my art. I also love all things postal, including lots of postage stamps in my art.