8 CHEAP & EASY Mixed Media Art Ideas I Haven't Tried Yet! [Stenciling & Stamping Techniques]

Need NEW mixed media art ideas? Whether you're a mixed media beginner, or a seasoned mixed media artist like me, flipping through a gorgeous art book is one of THE BEST THINGS you can do for creative inspiration. In today's art video you'll get a sneak peek at one of my favorite mixed media art books, followed by a demo of the 8 CHEAP & EASY stamping & stenciling techniques this book inspired me to try for the first time in my own mixed media sketchbook!

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[KarenCampbellArtist]

What are the weirdest things you make marks with?? I wanna know so I can try!

[abstractrealmz]

Hi Karen,
I’ve been dealing with some extreme trauma lately and have not been doing much of anything. Something about your happy fun tone is so calming. You always make me smile. Thanks for inspiring me and making me smile. I really needed it today. ❤️

[barbarahill]

Here are a couple I’ve used. Kids toys. Boys trucks have awesome texture and they roll! Doll shoes, Barbie, other dolls even the dolls walking across a canvas. Packaging from fruit, there is a green diamond mesh that works well. Drywall tape, I don’t know what you call it, crime scene plastic fencing. It’s done for construction and for home owners. Potato mashers, tools for the garden. Egg carton bottoms—that’s about all I can think of off hand!

[lindseywarren]

You had me at "Fairy 'Fro", lol! You are, as ever, a pure delight. Love your energy and enthusiasm, Karen. Just love it! I am always cheered, inspired and energized by your vids and this one is no exception! Loved this and love YOU! Bless xo

[maryhartman]

I don't do much of this but I just love to watch you and listen to you. I love the joy you get out f everything you. You make me smile and I thank you for that.

[navyboymommygramma]

Pill bottles are great cuz each nottle actually has multiple size circles, mine do at least. You can use the opening for stamping, as well as the bottom cuz hoth have a dofferent look. Then the cap aslo has 2 different size, or looks, circles. And...they make great handles for mounting homemade stamps onto AND storing little things in. Pill bottles! Who knew hahaha and if you're a real wreck like me, you have several different size bottles to start with 🙄

[staceyrivera]

You always have me enjoying your videos. I think I could watch Paint dry on your videos and would be like” this is so much fun”. 😝 thank you for your sense of humor and fun in everything you post.

[jmsl]

i ADORE YOU. it takes an artist to see the possibilities in the objects around you

this video overwhelmed me.

[mirawilloughby]

I thought the thing you are using and calling a toilet scrubber was a drinking glass washer. I keep one in the kitchen for the inside of glasses that my hand won't fit into. LOL (12:35 time marker)

[ellenturner]

To be able to take this with me on my next difficult journey of my life, thank you Karen. Ellen UK

[raehauptli]

I picked up 101 more mixed media techniques awhile back at hobby lobby on clearance.. and yes I love it! Alot of info on sprays, dips, splatters and so on.. But I think I need this one too!!

[paulaneary]

HAHAHHA! The fairy guy "just needed a toilet brush in his hair" HAHAHAHA! You are my kinda girl!

[chrishawnsimpson]

You are the absolute cutest! 🥰 I love how excited you get. You're such a joy, girl!

[magereina]

some of my favorite non-purchased mark making tools are the plastic stopper that comes with my pickles, kids toys, spaghetti, and branches. Love watching/listening to the excitement in your voice as you experiment

[catseyes]

I loved everything you used! So much fun and as always, super enjoyed your bubbly hilarious way of presenting, as Abstract Realmz notes below, your happy fun tone is calming and infectious. You've been added to what I call my "Bob Ross" mental health regime- when I can't sleep, I watch a Bob Ross vid, when I need to laugh and smile and be inspired, I will watch more Bob Ross and some of your vids : ). Thanks Karen! for being YOU! 😻

[nancydyer]

When I go walking, I pick up all kinds of weird lookin objects to use as stamps/stencils but now you’ve shown me to look around the house. Thank you

[madelynsmith]

Great tips! The bubble wrap is amazing. Thanks for sharing. The book does have a lot of great ideas. 🎨

[sheilagilleland]

I collect your art books, I have a few others I’ve collected but your books are my favorite for sure. I will get the 101 book you went over. I’m just over a year into my first time to ever pick up a marker or paint brush, pencil ….for art. I’m hooked😳 Thanks for all the education you give all us newbies.

[brendacollinsdeeks]

I just ordered the next one in this series, More 101 Mixed Media Techniques. I can’t wait for it to arrive!

[debbie]

Fun stuff in that book Karen! I am new to your channel and look forward to watching other videos from you…even your own book tours!😊