Thursday, May 2, 2013

Cascading Leaves Stencil Test Drive


It's time for another Stencil Test Drive featuring the Cascading Leaves Stencil and the amazing art of:


As always, I am so honored that these talented artists agreed to "drive" my stencil!

This is one of my "go to" stencils for a variety of effects.  Stenciling tone-on-tone with it on a background adds interest to an art journal page without making it busy:

 

 It's great for adding subtle texture.  I used it on the roof of this canvas:

 

For this test drive, I used it with fluid acrylics and deli paper to create leaves (what a surprise!) for this piece:


I created this design almost entirely from painted deli paper!  See the process in this video:  


Thanks for watching!  I can't wait to see what:


did with the Cascading Leaves stencil.  Each time there's a test drive, I'm amazed at what my sister artists do with my stencils!

On another note, I am THRILLED to announce that in October 2014, I will be teaching 2 workshops for Art is You! 
 

I loved attending Art is You in Nashville, look forward to attending in Stamford in October 2013, and am so happy to join the teaching family in 2014!

If you can't wait until October 2014 (and who can??), there are still some spots left at my classes this Sunday at the Ink Pad in NY,  Manage Your Mediums:



and  Be the Boss of Your Stencils:


Thank you for visiting! I read and treasure every comment and will answer any questions as quickly as I can.

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33 comments:

  1. Michelle LaPoint RydellMay 2, 2013 at 1:18 AM

    Your canvas is sooooo GORGEOUS Jessica! I loved watching the video! Adding the glazing medium to bring it all together is such a great idea - thanks for the inspiration!

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    1. UnknownMay 4, 2013 at 9:19 AM

      my pleasure! I learned that glazing technique from Seth Apter, and I love it!

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  2. Judy SheaMay 2, 2013 at 7:17 AM

    Oh Jessica.. what a great video to wake up to this morning. I love how you made your colorful deli papers and that house.. just adorable.

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  3. ClaudineMay 2, 2013 at 8:06 AM

    Super video, I love the way your canvas came together. The paved heart walkway is very cool and your stencil is awesome. I haven't yet perfected the art of using tissue paper and deli paper yet, it never wants to go translucent for me for some reason. Lol... Great job Jessica, I'm off to visit the other ladies blogs.

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  4. bellefrogworksMay 2, 2013 at 8:46 AM

    Gorgeous canvases - love the leaves. They make a great background - hmm - multicolor with PanPastels for fall leaves!

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  5. GillMay 2, 2013 at 9:17 AM

    Another fabulous stencil!
    Are these going to be available in the UK??

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  6. Marjie KemperMay 2, 2013 at 9:21 AM

    Fabulous!!! Love this canvas and all its wonderful details... the hearts leading to the front door melted MY heart. Such gorgeous colors and textures, too. It's wonderful!

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  7. Carolyn DubeMay 2, 2013 at 9:24 AM

    Stunning! This is so vibrant and full of your wonderful soul!

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  8. Linda KunsmanMay 2, 2013 at 10:07 AM

    another fantastic stencil and I love the richness of the canvas you created with it-it just adds so much! Congrats on your new teaching adventure too!

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  9. AnonymousMay 2, 2013 at 10:50 AM

    Love that you used deli paper and I cannot believe the results you get. I love this stencil and how your jewel colors pop off the page! Way to go Jessica, keep creating these marvelous stencils. xox

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  10. Kay WallaceMay 2, 2013 at 11:33 AM

    Loved watching this great canvas evolve, Jessica, thanks in no small part to this new stencil. This is surpassed only by your fab announcement that you are joining the teaching team at Art is You! I have already seen Judy's contribution to this drive and am off to see the others!

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  11. MariaMay 2, 2013 at 12:23 PM

    So bright and happy=just puts a smile on my face :) LOVE this stencil!

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  12. ViolaMay 2, 2013 at 12:43 PM

    Oh --what a lovely sweet house and I like the bird! :) a great work you've done and so fun to see you in real and how you are working with it! =)
    It was a little too fast to me, but still I enjoyed it.

    Thanks for sharing! :)

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  13. Art By WandaMay 2, 2013 at 1:24 PM

    A fabulous canvas!!! Loved watching you create it!!!

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  14. Nathalie KalbachMay 2, 2013 at 4:28 PM

    LOOOOVEEE your stencil and what you designed with it. Your rock!

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  15. Renee DowlingMay 2, 2013 at 7:26 PM

    Your colours are so rich! I love the effect tissue paper gives . By deli paper, do you mean waxed paper as well? Congrats, on your new teaching adventure. I had no idea until recently that such art weekends existed. I really appreciate your how-to videos! Thanks for taking time to create and share!

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    1. UnknownMay 4, 2013 at 9:21 AM

      Deli paper is actually not waxed... it's the type of paper used to wrap sandwiches in delicatessens - hence the name. I think it is also called parchment paper in some places... Hope you can make an art retreat one day. I only learned of them recently as well!

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  16. GigglesMay 2, 2013 at 8:23 PM

    Jessica I am loving all your wonderful informative videos....love your process! You are an excellent teacher!
    These allow us the chance to see you in action even if we are too far away to take classes!! Thanks for sharing!!

    Hugs Giggles

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  17. Valerie-JaelMay 3, 2013 at 3:34 PM

    Lovely work, and the stencil is great, too! Valerie

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  18. Anita Houston The Artful MavenMay 4, 2013 at 12:30 AM

    Oh this is so fabulousO!!!! I love every leafy bit! The layers of papers are wonderful, and I love the opening in the book...so cool!

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  19. Anne MandaMay 4, 2013 at 5:28 AM

    Love Cascading leaves, that's one gorgeous background! <3 The whole piece is wonderful, beautiful lettering! Now I have to check out your videos! :)

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  20. www.dorissdaughter.comMay 4, 2013 at 7:19 AM

    Beautiful work and I loved watching you create Jessica. I would like to have one of your cascading leaves stencils. Do you sell them on etsy? Have a great weekend and a happy PPF

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    1. UnknownMay 4, 2013 at 9:23 AM

      Hi Sandra - thanks for the kind words! Here's the link for the stencil: http://stencilgirlproducts.com/stencils-9x12/view/611. You can search all of my stencils if you go to the "search by artist" on Stencil Girl's home page. Have a great weekend!

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    2. UnknownNovember 5, 2015 at 10:24 AM

      Awesome video! Love that stencil!
      Thanks for sharing and the chance to win!

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  21. dentheMay 4, 2013 at 9:23 AM

    That artjournalpage with the quote is so beautiful! and that bird .... love the little legs :-)

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  22. AbelaMay 4, 2013 at 10:26 AM

    Great and the video is to learn. saludos

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  23. Arnoldo L. Romero, MLAMay 4, 2013 at 11:26 AM

    There's a plethora of uses for your stencils. I just used the paper I hand painted with one of your stencils to make a paper cut cross which is posted on my blog. Blessings!

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  24. Annie - May 4, 2013 at 3:37 PM

    Waving Hello from Linkedin! I am walking Surtex on Sunday too! My agent is Parcai Designs, Booth #765. We may bump into each other.

    LOVE your work and glad you posted your blog!

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  25. Annie - May 4, 2013 at 3:40 PM

    Shoot! FYI - I am grabbing your button to put on my blog - let me know if that isn't OK.

    You may be interested in participating in a Pattern Parade I just started. You can send me one pattern a month if you like - I will link it to the site of your choice:
    http://anniesdoodlebugz.blogspot.com/p/pattern-parade.html

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  26. aimeeMay 5, 2013 at 11:15 AM

    wow Jessica! these pages look great and I love your stencils! xo Aimee

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  27. Tam HessMay 5, 2013 at 12:12 PM

    Jessica! Awesome post. :) You are so inspiring for me. I especially love the little yellow bird and that heart. SO sweet!! Thanks for sharing your work. Happy Paint Party Friday!

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  28. AM ZafaranMay 6, 2013 at 4:58 AM

    Beautiful leaves! Great tone on tone effect!

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