Enchanted Forest – Mixed Media Canvas by Margarita Shkludova

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Hello, creative friends! Margarita Shkludova here.
Today I’m sharing my new mixed-media canvas with you.
This piece was inspired by the quiet magic of nature reclaiming what once belonged to it. The idea of a forest slowly covering forgotten machines — wrapping them in moss, rust, and roots — feels both mysterious and hopeful. It’s as if the earth whispers, “come back home.”

To create this textured, layered look, I used the new moulds by Finnabair. They add so much beautiful dimension — from delicate gears to organic shapes that blend perfectly with the natural theme. I painted everything with Impasto paints and metallic waxes in gold, bronze, and patina tones, giving the piece an aged, mystical glow.

For me, this project is a gentle reminder that creativity and nature always find balance. Even in a world of metal and dust, life finds a way to bloom again.
I invite you to watch the video tutorial on creating this canvas. Enjoy watching!
Let your art grow like wild moss — quietly, freely, and beautifully.
See you soon!

Supply list:
Decoupage Paper - Chestnut Street https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-fin...
Soft Matte Gel https://mixedmediaplace.com/finnabair...
Stencil Set: Decadent Walls https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-fin...
Jewel Effect Paste - Golden Dust https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-art...
Heavy Body Gel https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-art...
Mould: Fresh Foliage https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-fin...
Mould: Halves and Quarters https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-fin...
Mould: Letterpress Numbers https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-fin...
Mould: Machine Dragonflies https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-fin...
Mould: Rusty Flowers https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-fin...
Mould: Tapes and Labels https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-fin...
Mould: Steampunk Beetles https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-fin...
Impasto Paint: Manor Blue https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-art...
Impasto Paint: Victorian Green https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-art...
Matte Wax: Sage Leaves https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-art...
Metallique Wax: Bronze Age https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-art...
Metallique Wax: Vintage Gold https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-art...
Liquid Acrylic: Burnt Sienna https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-art...
Sparks: Dragon Eye https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-art...
Opal Magic: Teal Pink https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-art...
Texture Fantasy Paste: Northern Lights https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-art...
Mechanicals: Antique Labels https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-fin...
Mechanicals: Scrapyard Dragonflies https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-mec...
Mechanicals: Rusty Knobs https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-fin...
Soft Gloss Gel https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-art...
White Gesso https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-art...
Basic Brush Set https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-art...
Spray Bottle https://mixedmediaplace.com/prima-art...
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