The collage is infinitely better. I don’t know why people say you’re covering it up, you’re adding color to it, nothing is covered. It just has so much more dimension and interest if it’s collaged.
Thanks for pointing this out. I've always had problems covering things up when I collage. Obviously, I save all the pieces and bits because I love how they look, and suffer greatly when deciding to paste something over them. Sometimes it paralyzes me and I can't finish the project. Does anyone else experience that? Your tutorial helps me understand how all pieces contribute in a cumulative way
I am a newbie and couldn’t understand why everyone seemed to cover up so much of their pages/work. I couldn’t do it and so have been keeping mine “simple”.
I've been watching your videos for a few weeks now, and it's like going into a candy shop, but for my crafty/arty 'mouth'. I love your techniques and the patience of the teaching. I see exactly what you mean between these two - yes, the collage first is a hugely better look to me. I'm on my very first journal, watching you and someone who does things very differently. Both are so helpful. I have done a water colour wash over each of my pages, over gesso, and was working out my next layer. You've convinced me: collage comes next!
I actually like both but the collage page is far more interesting! I actually get it now. I've been art journaling for years but my pages are very neat and organized. I've always loved your style of journaling but never understood the disorganization under the art. Now that you've shown me the difference it makes total sense! I'm going to try it out! Thank you for sharing your passion!
I, too, have wondered about the use of collage papers so it is really interesting to see examples of both with and without. The second looks so flat without collage and it just isn’t interesting! You have explained everything so well! Thank you!
Definitely collage first for me, even if i cover a lot of it up. I have to have the layers that create the textures and add so much interest, otherwise it just looks flat. And im a huge fan of sewing and splatters! ❤
So interesting, I have always been in the camp.of "why do I need to collage just to cover it" camp. This video really does show the difference in styles. I showed my husband and we are of the same opinion. Neither are wrong just different, and I guess it for me remains a decision on the day as to which I choose. Thankyou for highlighting this. And also for the massive tip at the beginning of glueing 3 pages together to make it thicker... That alone made the video for me 😂
Interesting demo! I’ve never thought to NOT collage first because it’s always just been part of the process, to get rid of that scary blank page and settle my mind.
The collage is infinitely better to me. I always question using collage if I am going to use watercolor and paint a face, yet now I am inspired. Thank you!!!
Thank you for demonstrating both of these. I always wondered why one put down collage bits just to cover them up. Now I know. I prefer the collage pages.
Wow thank you for this video. it really does point out the subtle but powerful differences every layer including collage makes. sometimes it takes a visual in order to truly see the difference between two objects and you’ve done that. thank you
You have answered a question of mine that I’ve often thought about. Why do work and then cover it up? Thank you so much for your excellent presentation. Question answered and I really do know why we need to collage!
I have never seen someone do a comparison. Very well done. I love the first one, but I can see the use of the second style for a quick page, especially if a face is drawn and painted on top.
No comparison! The collage in the background adds so much interest, texture, and energy to your pages. Adding those layers really makes the biggest difference. Plus, it’s just fun! Love your gorgeous work.
ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT demonstration!!! Woo hoo!!! 🎉 Mind-boggling how little bits of paper, punchouts, etc. create beautifully enhanced base layers so dramatically yet with such subtlety too! I am so thankful for you sharing your everything-you-do with us! Thank you! ❤
I love the collage and in the background. You’re right it had so much interest and also gives you places for the paint to run. I enjoy watching your process and seeing your beautiful creations! 💜
Your video is excellent. You give a lot of information as you progress with the pages. A big plus is there’s no repetitive music in the background - one of my chief criticisms of so many art videos which I find very distracting. The underlying collage really gives the pages depth and interest. Thanks for your art explanations.
I too wondered why so many layers to cover them, but this video is a great explanation of the dimension and life collage brings to a page. Thank you for taking the time to make this video and showing us the difference between the two. It is a beautiful art and you are very good at it. Again, thank you.
Personally I admire your patience explaining this! Collaging makes a HUGE beautiful difference to any piece. The flow and pooling of mediums, paints etc is so much better when it meets resistance and different textures. It was a wonderful demonstration and explanation!! I absolutely love exploring the layers of other peoples work! To me the background speaks just as much as the focal points but just in a softer voice, but both need to be heard.
Have watched this video before but so enjoyed it, am watching again. The collaging is definitely better. Thanks so much for showing us the difference. I am going to do this in my first little art journal I have made.
Thanks for this video. I always end up doing a collage and didn't use any colours thereafter. But this video opened up possibility of further play and experiments! Many thanks 👍❤
The collage is infinitely better. I don’t know why people say you’re covering it up, you’re adding color to it, nothing is covered. It just has so much more dimension and interest if it’s collaged.
Thank you so much :-)
Many people don’t understand how to make art. Layers are essential to adding depth and dimension. Without layering the piece would lack interest.
Thanks for pointing this out. I've always had problems covering things up when I collage. Obviously, I save all the pieces and bits because I love how they look, and suffer greatly when deciding to paste something over them. Sometimes it paralyzes me and I can't finish the project. Does anyone else experience that? Your tutorial helps me understand how all pieces contribute in a cumulative way
Oh yes, I experience it a lot, but this helps a lot!!
I have trouble covering certain pieces up too
I am a newbie and couldn’t understand why everyone seemed to cover up so much of their pages/work. I couldn’t do it and so have been keeping mine “simple”.
Oh yes 😊
Yes definitely 😊
I've been watching your videos for a few weeks now, and it's like going into a candy shop, but for my crafty/arty 'mouth'. I love your techniques and the patience of the teaching. I see exactly what you mean between these two - yes, the collage first is a hugely better look to me. I'm on my very first journal, watching you and someone who does things very differently. Both are so helpful. I have done a water colour wash over each of my pages, over gesso, and was working out my next layer. You've convinced me: collage comes next!
The collage definitely makes it visually more interesting to me. Well done. A worthy comparison to demonstrate your approach.
Definitely the collaged version. It’s the magic!
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The collage version is so wayyyy better!!! Thank you for doing both
I actually like both but the collage page is far more interesting! I actually get it now. I've been art journaling for years but my pages are very neat and organized. I've always loved your style of journaling but never understood the disorganization under the art. Now that you've shown me the difference it makes total sense! I'm going to try it out! Thank you for sharing your passion!
The collage makes the spread so much more interesting!
I, too, have wondered about the use of collage papers so it is really interesting to see examples of both with and without. The second looks so flat without collage and it just isn’t interesting! You have explained everything so well! Thank you!
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Definitely collage first for me, even if i cover a lot of it up. I have to have the layers that create the textures and add so much interest, otherwise it just looks flat. And im a huge fan of sewing and splatters! ❤
I like the collage better. I love the dimensions and look of the paint patterns. Thank you and have a blessed day.
I vote for the collaged pages!
Thank you Kari :-)
So interesting, I have always been in the camp.of "why do I need to collage just to cover it" camp. This video really does show the difference in styles. I showed my husband and we are of the same opinion. Neither are wrong just different, and I guess it for me remains a decision on the day as to which I choose. Thankyou for highlighting this. And also for the massive tip at the beginning of glueing 3 pages together to make it thicker... That alone made the video for me 😂
Thank you so much Donna :-)
Gluing three pages together is a great tip!
Love the one with the collaging. It is much more interesting visually.
No question ... collage, collage, collage ... definitely. Thank you for taking the time to make the comparison. I love your creations.
I love collaging too! Add great depth
Hands down the background collaging add depth and interest. Your work is beautiful!
This is a great video to show the difference between the 2. The collage wins for me, so beautiful. Thanks for sharing ❤
Interesting demo! I’ve never thought to NOT collage first because it’s always just been part of the process, to get rid of that scary blank page and settle my mind.
Beautiful collage page. Thank you for showing us the difference.
Definitely the collage adds so much more interesting and lovely 💖🌸💐
The layering and collaging really makes a difference. Thx for showing us!
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The collage is infinitely better to me. I always question using collage if I am going to use watercolor and paint a face, yet now I am inspired. Thank you!!!
That was great to see the difference side by side. Thank you. Love the collage, so much more interesting.
Thank you for demonstrating both of these. I always wondered why one put down collage bits just to cover them up. Now I know. I prefer the collage pages.
I love the one on the left 🦋
Collage takes it up to the next level...your demo was lovely. Thank you!
much more depth on the left! Thanks for sharing!!
Wow thank you for this video. it really does point out the subtle but powerful differences every layer including collage makes. sometimes it takes a visual in order to truly see the difference between two objects and you’ve done that. thank you
I love the first one. On the left ❤
Definitely the collaged pieced. It adds so much dimension
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Love collaging, gives more texture and Interest x
Love the collage as it holds interest with the mixed media textures.
You have answered a question of mine that I’ve often thought about. Why do work and then cover it up? Thank you so much for your excellent presentation. Question answered and I really do know why we need to collage!
I love the left side !!!! I’m definitely trying this ! Thank you 😊
Definitely the collaged paper. I’m excited to try this technique myself!😊
I'm with you all the way. I love diversity in all things. Beautiful page. Cheers from a fellow Aussie.
Your explanation convinced me to expand to a new/better technique for art journaling! Thank you!
Left side...absolutely. Great video!
wow~~this is such a great tutorial. You have definitely shown why the collaged version is so much more attractive!!~~THANK YOU!!!
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I love collating. All nicely done❤
It's nice to see someone using watercolors for a change, 👍
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I have never seen someone do a comparison. Very well done. I love the first one, but I can see the use of the second style for a quick page, especially if a face is drawn and painted on top.
Thanks for watching! ❤️
Collageing is my choice. I’m just learning and trying to pick up tips. Thank you for your ideas and tips.🤗
Fantastic video! Very helpful! I definitely prefer the one with the collage added first.
No comparison! The collage in the background adds so much interest, texture, and energy to your pages. Adding those layers really makes the biggest difference. Plus, it’s just fun! Love your gorgeous work.
ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT demonstration!!! Woo hoo!!! 🎉 Mind-boggling how little bits of paper, punchouts, etc. create beautifully enhanced base layers so dramatically yet with such subtlety too! I am so thankful for you sharing your everything-you-do with us! Thank you! ❤
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Definitely the one with the collaging. Need to.get some gesso!
Definitely love the collaged page! Can’t wait to do that!
Definitely prefer the collagen version. Definitely going to have a go. Thanks for sharing.
Great video! 👍👍 I greatly prefer the collaging to the plain text underneath. Tfs.
I luv luv luv the collage pages....
IM definitely going to try it now...
Left for sure .... I love layers and the way the paints/colors divert around the edges of pieces
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I love the collage and in the background. You’re right it had so much interest and also gives you places for the paint to run. I enjoy watching your process and seeing your beautiful creations! 💜
Very informative, well explained!! Love your first one with all the collaging👍
Your video is excellent. You give a lot of information as you progress with the pages. A big plus is there’s no repetitive music in the background - one of my chief criticisms of so many art videos which I find very distracting. The underlying collage really gives the pages depth and interest. Thanks for your art explanations.
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Great video! The collaged version is more eye appealing for sure. The page with just paint makes me want to add collage pieces on top! 😆
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The one with the collaging is my preference. It was good to see both versions. Thank you.
Collage adds so much!
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I too wondered why so many layers to cover them, but this video is a great explanation of the dimension and life collage brings to a page. Thank you for taking the time to make this video and showing us the difference between the two. It is a beautiful art and you are very good at it. Again, thank you.
Glad it was helpful! 💕
@@ShanoukiArt Very!! I forward the video to several of my friends that had the same wonder as I did. Thank you
That's a very interesting bit of comparison. I see the point in collaging now - didn't before! Thanks
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Definitely the collage is more interesting. Very enjoyable.
Love the collage!
I much prefer the collage!! It has so much more depth and interest.
I agree. I definitely prefer the collage.
I love the one you collaged first! It's so pretty and much more complex!
The collage is so much better. There's so much more for the eyes to drink up. Beautiful x
You definitely have a special talent for bringing the blank page to life!!!!! So interesting to watch you work!!!!!!
I most definitely prefer the collaged pages, so much more interest!
Tysm for explaining this. I see artists using the most beautiful papers and. Constantly paint over them and I always wonder why 💜
Glad it was helpful! ❤️
Absolutely the one on the left, in the book. Thank you, this was very enlightening.
Personally I admire your patience explaining this! Collaging makes a HUGE beautiful difference to any piece. The flow and pooling of mediums, paints etc is so much better when it meets resistance and different textures. It was a wonderful demonstration and explanation!! I absolutely love exploring the layers of other peoples work! To me the background speaks just as much as the focal points but just in a softer voice, but both need to be heard.
Absolutely! You explained that very well about the background and focal point, thank you 😊💖
I just love this especially the collage one. I'm trying it as I watch, I have lots to learn but am enjoying the journey! Thx so much
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I love your process, it's gorgeous! 💜I really like the texture that collage provides to journal pages. So inspiring, thank you!
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I’m so glad I found you. I love your work. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you so much! 💖
Great explanation and visual comparison! Well done, my friend! ❤️
Thank you so much Gayle ❤️
I watch your videos over and over. You are a great teacher and I love your work. Thank you.
Thank you so much 😊
Wow the collage makes a big difference! I will definitely be trying
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Definitely the one with the layered paper. That’s how I do it on my journal pages
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What a difference! Yes, the collageing looks much better
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The first is 1000 times better and you work is always beautiful 😍
Thank you so much 😀
Yes! Collage first!!!
I like the look of the collage better. I am going to try it for the first time! Not even sure what I’m doing, but I want to start! 😊
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Love the collage. It's much nicer.
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I liked the one in your journal book best xxxx 💕🌹🌷
Love the collage page. Loved watching your process. TFS
I love the collage one with all the layers and interesting features. 🧵💝✂️
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Excellent demonstration!
The one on the left. Love your work and it’s agreatwayto
Love the first one! I'm going to try it myself.
LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE the left one!!!!!
Thank you so much ☺️
Have watched this video before but so enjoyed it, am watching again. The collaging is definitely better. Thanks so much for showing us the difference. I am going to do this in my first little art journal I have made.
Happy creating 🦋💖
Great info. Love your pages.
Thanks for this video. I always end up doing a collage and didn't use any colours thereafter. But this video opened up possibility of further play and experiments! Many thanks 👍❤
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The difference is amazing, thank you for this video - definitely going to add this to my junk journaling books❤
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I love your art, my fav is definitely the left one! I definitely want to try collaging like you do, I want to follow in your foot steps.
The layered one. And even texture paste. Very inspiring.
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I definitely like the collage better, as I am learning to Art Journal, I find your work quite fascinating 💜💙
☺️ thank you so much
It was so wonderful to hear a South African accent!! First time viewing your channel! Sending blessing from sunny South Africa!
Love the left (collaged) spread! 💓
Thank you 😊