by Christy Strickler | Nov 25, 2013 | Articles, Lab Exercises, Resources |
Living in a warm climate means it sure is hard to get in the spirit of the season. I am longing for crisp,cool evenings and the crackle of a fireplace. When you don’t have the right environment to inspire you, pulling pictures out and browsing...
by Christy Strickler | Nov 22, 2013 | Affiliate Classes, Articles, Classes |
“This December, like Dorothy dropped into Oz or Alice tumbled into Wonderland, you will receive a call to adventure. You will move from the ordinary world into a one of magic and tests as the holiday season arrives. Many of the most-loved and best remembered...
by Christy Strickler | Nov 22, 2013 | Articles, Under Inspection |
I confess that I love a good scrapbook sketch. Sometimes you just need a little guidance to get things underway. I know that many of you feel the same. I often see people posting requests for sketch resources on various social media sites. I was recently introduced...
by Christy Strickler | Nov 21, 2013 | Articles, Resources, The Color Palette Process |
You might think that using just one main color on a layout would be boring. However, monochromatic color schemes can create a big visual impact. Paired with texture and pattern, one color can really push your photo to center stage. Choosing the right...
by Christy Strickler | Nov 14, 2013 | Articles, Found Objects, The Scientific Method |
I love to use found objects on my layouts. They are a unique way for me to add custom embellishments to my layouts. One of my favorite items are metal lids and pop tabs. I am often asked whether or not the lids are difficult to work with. This process video...
by Christy Strickler | Nov 8, 2013 | Articles, The Scientific Method, Tips and Tutorials |
What do you think when someone asks you to doodle on your layout? Do you cringe, worrying about whether or not you will mess up the photos? Doodling doesn’t have to be scary. In fact, using pens and markers on your layouts can be very budget friendly. It can...