As a mixed media artist, the hunt for these treasures is part of the joy when I do a piece of art. The magic of art is the other part.
SUPPLIES
Creative Paperclay®
Black spray paint (Krylon)
Fondant molds
E6000 glue
I have a large collection of fondant molds as well as silicone molds that I have created. Depending on the piece of art or the time I have, I may leave the paper clay in the mold until it has dried. If a piece has delicate edges this is a great way for it to dry. It also prevents warping. I keep a square of linoleum in my studio that I put my "wet" cast objects to dry. They tend not warp when I put them on the linoleum.
Next, I glued the cast pieces on to the frame with E6000. I like how fast it sets up. When working on a painting there is so much waiting time for paint or clay to dry. To spray the frame, I used a Krylon matte black.
Close up of section of the painted frame with cast objects.
Finished painting collaged with part of the original painting an placed in the updated frame. Not only fun but looks so much better than the original. Now, wasn't that easy?
Dream in Color!
acrylic paint
alternative surfaces
Amazing Mold Putty
cast Creative Paperclay®
junk shop find