I’m very happy to share my new mixed-media project — Wings of Time.
I started by applying Decoupage Fiber to the canvas using Soft Matte Gel. I really love working with this material — it creates an excellent base for the next layers.
Next, I started building up the texture with Rust Effect Paste, creating an aged and weathered effect across the canvas.
Once the background was ready, I began working on the main composition. I used different moulds and dimensional elements, arranging them around the central mechanical moth until I was happy with the composition.
Then I added several layers of paint to bring everything together and create more depth.
For the final touches, I used waxes to highlight the details and textures. And finally, I added metal numbers and other metal embellishments to complete the composition.
I really enjoyed creating this project layer by layer and watching all the different textures, colours and elements come together.
You can find the full step-by-step tutorial on our YouTube channel.
I hope you enjoy Wings of Time and the creative process behind it! Happy creating! Daria x
Finnabair products used - all the images linked to the Mixed Media Place online store:
Today I’m sharing a new mixed media journal page created in my Finnabair Kraft Paper Journal. For this project, I wanted to enjoy the freedom of mixed media—playing with textures, colors and layers while allowing the creative process to guide me.
For me, art doesn’t have to be perfect. It’s about experimenting, following your heart and creating without fear.
Step 1 – Preparing the Kraft Page with Clear Gesso
I started directly on a kraft page of my Finnabair Journal. First, I applied a layer of Finnabair Clear Gesso over the kraft paper to prepare the surface for all the mediums and colors I wanted to add next.
I chose Clear Gesso because I wanted to prepare the surface while still keeping the beautiful natural kraft color visible as part of my background.
Step 2 – Stencil & Modeling Paste
Once the surface was ready, I added texture using a Finnabair Stencil and Modeling Paste. I applied the Modeling Paste through the stencil in selected areas, creating raised patterns and beautiful dimension while leaving plenty of the original kraft background visible.
Step 3 – Liquid Acrylic Carmine
Next, I placed a small amount of Art Alchemy Liquid Acrylic – Carmine onto my palette and added a little water. Using a brush, I applied the diluted color over selected areas of the background, letting it move naturally across the kraft surface and around the stencil texture.
I continued adding color little by little until I was happy with the effect.
Step 4 – Adding the Ephemera
Next, I created my composition with Finnabair Steampunk and Frost Ephemera.
I adhered the pieces using Art Basics Soft Gloss Gel, playing with the different elements and layers until I found a composition that felt right.
Step 5 – Coloring the Wings
For the wings, I used the new Finnabair Visions Waxes.
First, I applied Matte Faded Denim to create the beautiful blue color. Then I added Metallic Amber to the tips and selected details of the wings.
I love how these two finishes work together—the soft matte blue combined with the warm metallic highlights brings out all the beautiful texture and dimension of the wings.
Step 6 – Heavy White Gesso
Next, I added a little Heavy White Gesso to selected areas of the composition.
I applied it freely and intuitively, adding light, texture and an imperfect artistic effect that helps connect all the different layers.
Step 7 – “Passionately”
Then I added the word “passionately” as my sentiment. I love this word because it represents exactly how I feel when I create—following my heart and enjoying art with passion.
Step 8 – Heavy Black Gesso
Next, I added just a little Heavy Black Gesso in selected areas to create more contrast, shadows and depth throughout the composition.
Step 9 – Final White Splatter
For my final touch, I added splatters with Art Alchemy Liquid Acrylic – Titanium White.
The white splatters added movement and brought all the different elements of the page together.
Create Without Fear
Remember, art doesn’t need to be perfect.
Create. Play. Experiment. Follow your heart. Don’t be afraid to try new colors, add another layer or simply see where the process takes you.
For me, that is the magic of mixed media. Sometimes we begin without knowing exactly what the final result will be, but through experimentation and creativity, something beautiful and magical appears.
I hope this project inspires you to play with your Finnabair products, experiment without fear and, most importantly, enjoy every moment of creating.
Don’t miss the full YouTube tutorial to watch my entire creative process from beginning to end!
With love,
Susana Gomez | @suchijournalive
Finnabair Creative Team ❤
Finnabair products used - all the images linked to the Mixed Media Place online store:
For this project, I wanted to play with the contrast between something almost classical and something mechanical. The face became the main focal point, surrounded by wings, gears and smaller cast elements that gradually disappear into the layers underneath.
I built the composition quite densely, overlapping the different elements rather than keeping them separate. Some gears are almost completely hidden, but I actually like that because they still add dimension and make the whole composition feel connected.
The base is covered with the Decoupage Fibre Chestnut street and I worked with Liquid Acrylics Umber, Burnt Sienna, Tiger Orange, Ultramarine and Titanium White, allowing the colors to move across the different surfaces instead of treating every element separately. The metallic highlights with the Limited Edition Wax Set were added selectively, catching the raised details of the face, feathers and gears and making all that texture much more visible.
One of my favorite parts is the face itself. I didn't want it to look completely metallic, so I kept areas of softer and muted color underneath the warmer highlights. Up close you can really see all those imperfect layers, marks and changes in color!
The small heart adds a completely different shape and meaning right in the middle of all those industrial elements.
And finally, “be in the moment.” It felt like the right finishing touch for a piece built around time, movement and all those little mechanical details.
Check out the video, it shows the complete process from beginning to end.
Finnabair products used - all the images linked to the Mixed Media Place online store:
