Sometimes the best art happens when we don’t plan it. This Reach for the Stars page was created in my Trash to Treasure Journal, made mostly from a recycled fashion catalog with a few added papers and envelopes.
I didn’t start with a concept — I just felt like playing with colors. Using acrylic paints and a cosmetic sponge, I built the background with blues, purples, reds, and yellows. Then I added white stars and lettering using a Posca pen, and a few dark accents with a Sharpie.
The whole process was fast, intuitive, and freeing — a reminder that art doesn’t always have to be elaborate. Sometimes, just following the color flow leads to a small piece of joy.
Materials used:
- Acrylic paints (various colors)
- White Posca pen
- Black Sharpie
- Cosmetic sponge
- Trash to Treasure Journal (recycled fashion catalog)
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It’s a relaxed and creative journey where we combine collage, acrylics, and personal storytelling — perfect for anyone who loves mixed media and journaling.
