More Wave Fun

Hello Crafty Friends,

I am having more fun with the Happiness Comes in Waves greeting.   A recent mixed media challenge at Splitcoaststampers.com was to use tape and various mediums to create a card.  I thought about it long and hard until an idea to create a wave hit me.  

1. Preparation: I began by applying a layer of clear gesso to the surface.
2. Clouds and Interest: Next, I introduced black script paper to create cloud-like shapes and add visual interest.
3. Wave Formation: To form the wave, I tore pieces of tape, scrunched them up, and adhered them to the paper in a wave-like pattern. However, the tape didn’t want to stay put, so I applied additional glue.
4. Color and Depth: For the water, I used highly pigmented watercolors to achieve the vibrant hues. The sky was painted with watered-down colors to create a softer effect.
5. Frothy Details: To simulate frothy waves, I added a touch of Snowtex to the wave’s crest. Additionally, I splattered some more of it for added texture.
6. Surfer Accent: Finally, I placed a die-cut surfer on the card, elevating it with foam tape for dimension.

I love how this came out and how it showcases that great new sentiment from DRS Designs.

Hope you have big weekend plans - something as fun as surfing (which for me would be a long nap).

Hugz,

Nancy

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