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As I mentioned in the May newsletter article (HERE), heat embossing itself is enjoying a renewed interest lately in our craft--I still remember when I first learned how it was done, 20+ years ago. My jaw kinda fell open over the idea that little o'le me, could totally get that Hallmark look/effect all by me onesie with these magical powders and a special "gun"...
On today's card, I wanted to kick that magic up just a hair by creating a multi-colored embossed effect--in this instance, a metallic ombré finish! And Oh Mylaaaaanta, do I ever love it! :) *monkey clapping*
I KNOW, RIGHT??!!!
When I discovered watercolors with Mica, that could be used to create gorgeous, shimmery effects, I was immediately hooked!
A few things I wanted to mention in particular:
- These metallic watercolors can be used straight; simply paint with them as you do your other watercolors.
- With a fairly wet brush, they can be used to create a pale metallic wash, or with a drier brush (by that, I mean a brush tip that is still wet, but not soaking), you can get more opacity/intensity of color and create visible stroke lines, etc., for a very painterly look.
- They can be used to give metallic highlights over images that have already been colored with markers (water based or alcohol), or previously watercolored or painted.
- Can you paint with them over darker papers, like black? Um... Yes! And, you can achieve a wonderful opacity with them, too! *fist pump*
- They can also be used for calligraphy and brush lettering.
I'm afraid my photos really don't do them justice--when you paint with them in real life, you can easily see that they are absolutely stunning!
LINK: Watch in HD on our YouTube Channel HERE.
Happy Mundane! :)
Designer note: Shortly after I had acquired my personal set of FineTec Mica/Metallic Paints (shown in the video), I was so pleased to see Kuretake Zig came out with their Gansai Tambi Starry Colors; they perform the same, with a fantastic array of shimmery metallic colors, and are available at a lower price point.
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