How to Start in Mixed Media - Day 1 - Free Mixed Media Course for Beginners.

🎨 Welcome to Part 1 of our Free Mixed Media Basics Course!

Hello and welcome! In this first lesson, Kasia Avery breaks down the foundations of mixed media art — perfect for beginners who’ve ever looked at a beautiful art journal and wondered, “How did they do that?”

Today’s class focuses on collage, one of the core techniques in mixed media. You’ll learn:

✨ What “mixed media” actually means
🖌️ How to choose the right paper and substrates
📚 Using vintage papers, scrapbooking supplies, magazines & wrapping paper
🧴 Gluing techniques (glue stick vs. PVA glue)
📐 Composition tips, layering tricks & adding focal points
✂️ How to incorporate fabric and tapes for added texture

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🛍️ Supplies Used in This Lesson

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A: A4 Sketchbook https://geni.us/A4Sketchbook

B; Gluestick https://geni.us/Gluesticks

C: PVA Glue https://geni.us/PVAGlue

D: Painters Tape https://geni.us/Painters

E: Washi Tape https://geni.us/Washi-Tape

F: Dressing Tape https://geni.us/cloth-tape

G: Gummed/Sizing Tape https://geni.us/GummedPaper

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📝 Supplies Mentioned:

Sketchbook or mixed media paper (160–250 gsm)
Glue stick or PVA glue
Old credit card or scraper tool
Wrapping paper, scrapbooking papers, magazines, vintage papers
Fabrics, tapes, washi tapes


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