I'm pleased to announce that I've accomplished one of my goals for 2011: my first video tutorial ever. I've got a lot of techniques I want to share and an upcoming online class is finally on the horizon in the not too distant future, after I get my manuscript sent off the end of March I'll be ready to work on my first class.
But until then, this is for you my readers, a "thankyou" for stopping by, occasionally leaving a foot or fingerprint, i love when you leave comments. It took me 3 trys at creating the video and this last attempt is far from perfect but I'm confident I will improve with time and practice as with everything else and hopefully, eventually, grow less self conscious in front of the camera. I think I need to do some photo self portraits again to snap myself out of it.
I hope you enjoy my little presentation and find it to be a helpful tool for your artmaking toolbox or at least find a bit of inspiration, enough to take you into your studio to play.
Mixed Media Collage; Backgrounds Tutorial from katie kendrick on Vimeo.
Such a great video! I am going to have to try this! Thank you so much for taking the time to make it!
Posted by: K Hutchinson | February 15, 2011 at 06:56 AM
This is a great video, and very clear instructions. I love the transitions, very professional. You're a natural at this. Oh, and the technique is great!
Posted by: Socrates | February 15, 2011 at 07:36 AM
What an unexpected, but very welcomed gift! It was a joy to watch your hands work. Looking forward to the online class.
Posted by: Zorana | February 15, 2011 at 07:52 AM
Katie, You're a natural, it's a wonderful tutorial! Thank you!
Posted by: Chris Meissner | February 15, 2011 at 10:31 AM
How lovely! I feel like I spent the morning getting to play along with you while I have my kitty on my lap and my cup of tea in my hand. I always enjoy seeing how other artists go about their process. It is inspiring, Katie! Thanks, sweetie!
Posted by: Kelly Snelling | February 15, 2011 at 10:58 AM
Thanks for sharing this. I had a lot of questions answered.I kept focusing on the owl I saw in this piece. Now I want to do something with an abstract owl. What a great way to spend 15 minutes of my day!
Posted by: Cheryl N. | February 15, 2011 at 11:21 AM
what fun! Like sitting in class with you, thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Kathy Kenney | February 15, 2011 at 01:17 PM
Katie... this is one of my goals too! I just have to get to it... how a tute on that?? Love the background tute here! What is wadding wax used for besides mixed media.
Posted by: [email protected] | February 15, 2011 at 06:28 PM
What a wonderful surprise to get to spend time with you via video with this awesome tutorial! You always amazing me with your techniques and process. Thank you!
Posted by: pilar | February 16, 2011 at 11:16 AM
This is very good! You did a great job with the video! And . . . I have most of this stuff already! Except for the wadding whatever. What is it and where do you get it?
Posted by: Denny | February 16, 2011 at 01:03 PM
Awesome mixed media background technique video. Thank you so much for sharing!!
Posted by: PatriceM | February 16, 2011 at 01:26 PM
I'm glad to hear that some of you are enjoying the technique. I hope to put another one up in the next couple weeks.
Posted by: katie | February 16, 2011 at 01:31 PM
Thanks for this video. Looking forward to your book!
Posted by: Lynn | February 16, 2011 at 06:17 PM
Thank you Katie, what a great and inspiring tutorial ! Looking forward to the next one...and your book !!
Posted by: gitte j. | February 17, 2011 at 02:16 AM
Yay!
Posted by: robyn | February 17, 2011 at 09:05 PM
Katie it is so wonderful to come here and find this!
You are adorable and I think you did VERY well for your first video.
I love what you shared.
xo
Lorraine
Posted by: lorraine lewis | February 18, 2011 at 04:13 PM
answering my dreams!!!
just in the nick of time. i am waiting till morning when i can hang on your every word and sage advice.
i will be back in the morning with bells on!!
love you so much dear friend.
Posted by: rebecca | February 18, 2011 at 08:48 PM
Congratulations.... it's fantastic!!! xoxox
Posted by: Jennifer White | February 19, 2011 at 04:34 PM
I found your blog thru another one that I faithfully follow and needless to say you have now become one to follow too! Thank you for your video. I've not seen a technique even close to what you are demonstrating. I can't wait to give it a try. Your backgrounds are beautiful.
Posted by: Laurie Hunt | February 20, 2011 at 11:20 AM
I really enjoyed the video and think you did a great job.
Posted by: Ginny Gaskill | February 20, 2011 at 12:41 PM
loved your tutorial. found your blog listed on judy wise's blog. lovely find. quick question... what type of inks were you using?
Posted by: candicemclean | February 20, 2011 at 08:59 PM
Loved the tutorial, the end result looks fabulous, thanks for sharing.
Posted by: robruhn | February 21, 2011 at 03:22 PM
I came across your blog and just love your work. Thanks so much for the video.
Posted by: Tina Van Netten | February 23, 2011 at 03:21 PM
Excellent and clear tutorial. Now I need to find out what wadding wax is called in Italy :-)
Thank you.
Posted by: anna maria | February 27, 2011 at 01:29 PM
thanks for your generosity; having followed your blog, I enjoyed hearing your voice. Joan T
Posted by: Joan Tucker | February 28, 2011 at 08:00 AM
Oh, I had so much fun playing with this technique tonite! My table is a big mess, which is always a good sign. Thanks, Katie! xoxo
Posted by: Cindy O'Leary | March 01, 2011 at 12:33 AM
Hi, thanks for the video. Can't wait to try your techniques. Only one comment for your future video, maybe you don't need a background music for this before i kind of distracted by it. :D
Posted by: Nin | March 06, 2011 at 09:01 PM
Wow - that was great! It's just like being in class with you, Katie! I love the techniques, too - makes me want to pull out the inks and all - too bad I need to wake up in 3 hours to go to work...
: ) lulu
Posted by: lulu | March 11, 2011 at 02:28 AM
Congrats! on your first video!! Thank YOU!!!
Posted by: Cinda Rae Oliverio | March 17, 2011 at 03:19 PM
Thank you Katie for this lovely video:) I am spending this lovely Sunday afternoon experimenting with backgrounds for my art. I can't wait to try this technique and create something for my journal. Can't wait until you have online classes.
Posted by: patti | March 20, 2011 at 01:33 PM
Merci, c'est magnifique.
MAPY
Posted by: MAPY | March 27, 2011 at 04:24 AM
enjoyed seeing how you use never dull, never tried it that way...i love artists that share!!
Posted by: beth fedigan | April 17, 2011 at 09:36 AM
Great tutorial! Thank you!
Posted by: Jan Hurst - letterlady | April 17, 2011 at 04:02 PM
I really loved the simplicity of this and the result looked more difficult..thank you.
Posted by: Judy Shea | April 22, 2011 at 06:37 PM
I just stumbled on your video tutorial and LOVED it. I can't wait to give it a try myself. I think you did an excellent job for a first video!
Posted by: Immi | May 25, 2011 at 06:35 PM
just found this tutorial and i love it....i will look forward to your first online class...i was in a class you taught in saluda nc and i am sooo in love with you as a teacher..... such talent...
Posted by: janie | May 29, 2011 at 09:09 AM
Wow Katie, what an awesome tutorial! And guess what! Nevr Dull is even available right here in the Netherlands...even in my own hometown. This I'm going to try! Super! Thanks for sharing this technique with us!
Posted by: Mandy | June 07, 2011 at 01:22 AM
wonderful tutorial! now i know how you can get those certain designs. can't wait to do one of my own!
Posted by: Darlene Ferree | June 24, 2011 at 09:13 AM
Thanks so much Katie for this video. I am a visual person so the videos are so informative for me. I also could do without the music....but was so thrilled to see your techniques, now I need to see what you do next LOL LOL
Posted by: Di McDonald | July 03, 2011 at 09:18 PM
Love this video! Thanks for sharing. I found it through Pinterest
xoEsther
Posted by: E Makes Art | January 29, 2012 at 02:34 PM
Thanks !! I didn't understand what is the stuff you use to rub the magazine's pages. could you tell me please !!! Have a nice day !!
Posted by: Emma | June 26, 2012 at 12:59 AM
Thank you so much for this wonderful video. I found this a few weeks back and ordered the Never Dull as I could not find it locally. I already have my sheets of magazines pages and received the Never Dull yesterday. I can't wait to try this! Thanks again.
Posted by: nina | June 28, 2012 at 06:56 AM
What a great tutorial! Thank you so much for sharing this with the world. It might just be my ears, but the volume of the (beautiful) music made it difficult for me to keep my focus on your voice. But this is a fantastic video, and I'm so grateful for your generous instruction and incredible talent. I absolutely love your art. Thank you!!!
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