Behind The Scenes

Happy March!  Rachael here with another Layering Challenge.  This month were going “Behind The Scenes” offering a fresh perspective on brushes and how these versatile tools can elevate your projects to new heights.  Brushes are like magic wands in the hands of a digital scrapbooker, allowing you to add flair, texture, and depth to your designs with just a few strokes. Whether you’re looking to create intricate patterns, realistic textures, or whimsical accents, brushes offer a world of possibilities at your fingertips.

One of the joys of digital scrapbooking is the freedom to experiment with a wide range of brush types. From watercolor splatters and vintage stamps to ornate flourishes and hand-drawn elements, each brush brings a unique character to your layouts. Consider blending different brush styles for a personalized touch that truly reflects your creative vision.  For this challenge I invite you to creatively use at least three different types of brushwork in your layout.    With countless options available in Katie’s store, you will find this process easy to master.

To make the most of your brush experiments, consider the following tips:

  1. Layering: Experiment with layering different brushes to create dimension and visual interest in your designs.
  2. Blending: Use blending modes to seamlessly integrate brushes into your backgrounds and elements.
  3. Customization: Adjust the size, opacity, and color of brushes to tailor them to your specific project requirements.
  4. Inspiration: Draw inspiration from nature, art, and everyday life to incorporate unique brush patterns and motifs into your scrapbook layouts.

Our creative team has curated a collection of stunning projects that showcase the creative potential of brushes in digital scrapbooking. From elegant wedding albums to playful family memories, each layout tells a unique story brought to life by the artistry of brushwork.

Katie has been so generous to provide us a freebie for this challenge.

Our creative team has once again provided us with some Amazing inspiration.  Creative Team Member, Sharon (shannamay)  created this absolute stunning layout.  The repeated  script is a fabulous backdrop for her additional titles and brushwork and photos.  Notice the glittery scratches, and paint – fabulous colors – I Love It!!!

Sharon used the following supplies for her layout: ARToptions Spice Ephemera Plus Pack, ARToptions Spice Transfers 04, ARToptions Spice Transfers 05, ARToptions Spice Chipboard Words, ARToptions Spice Chipboard Bits, ARToptions Spice Paper Pack 02, ARToptions Spice Wildflower Ephemera, Vintage Artistry Lilac Ephemera, Color Swatch Lavender Ephemera, Color Swatch Lavender Transfers 04, Color Swatch Lavender Transfers 06, Collaged Patterns 02, Worth Repeating Stamp Pack 39, Watery Marks 01, Fastener Basics 01, Heart Scatterings 02

Creative Team Member Valerie, (Nana_vg)  joined in with this lovely layout with her darling grand daughter.  This layout is just stunning with the use of the field frames and the amazing brush work in the background, the colors and the paint are just phenomenal  –  Perfection!

Valerie has used the following supplies: Layer Works 1809, Layer works 1884, Scrap Layers 81, Field Guide Collage Frames 03, Color Swatch Inkwell Ephemera, Family Is Everything Brushes and Stamps 01, Golden Season Element Pack, Palette Textures Paper Pack 35.

Guest Creative Team Member Penny (PennyH)  has joined in with this gorgeous layout celebrating the glorious rose garden. I absolutely love, love the scripted brush work, the inked florals and the paints, well everything!!!

Penny has used the following supplies to create this beauty:  Blendables Layered Template 60, Spectrum | Sherbet Flairs, Vintage Artistry Blush Flairs, Bliss Blendable Layers, Monthly Memories Vol. 03: Paper Pack 01.

I (myssp) created this layout with photos of our recent travels to Vegas,  sightseeing to some wonderful National Parks.  I had so much fun with this challenge, I hope you do to!

Credits for my layout: Spectrum | Sherbet Strawberry Painted Grid Transfers, Carte Post Kit, Scratchy Scribbles Brushes and Stamps 03, Filmed Slide Frames 06, Heart Scatterings Stamp Pack 02, Stitched Frame Clusters and Layers 04, Layer Works 2057, Plum Harvest Mini Kit, ARToptions Rouge Ephemera, ARToptions Avesta Ephemera, Loosely Scripted Sentiments Brushes and Stamps 01

We invite you to unleash your creativity, embrace the art of experimentation, and weave the magic of brushes into your scrapbook designs. Join us on this enchanting journey of discovery, where every stroke of the brush tells a story waiting to be shared with the world.  Thanks to my teammates for creating gorgeous inspiration,  You will also find the details for their layouts on their posting in the gallery.  I hope this has given you some inspiration of your own and hope you will join in; have some fun and  think outside your normal boundaries.  With so many versatile and convenient design elements at your fingertips, the possibilities are endless. Happy creating!

Remember to post your layouts in the  Layer It On Gallery.  If you make your layouts with 100% KPD products be sure to track them in the March Challenges Participation Sign-in Thread in the forums.

Rachael – (myssp)