Elevate Your Artwork: Using Shimmering Matte Acrylics and Clear Texture Gel for Depth and Detail

Hello, friends! Nicole here with a fun layout I created using the Perfect Clear Texture Gel and the Shimmering Matte Acrylics to add stunning details to the layout. It's been awhile since I played with my acrylic paints and oh my goodness...I just love the combination of the Ballet Slipper, Bright Gold, and the Cajun Orange Shimmering Matte Acrylics together. Isn't this so pretty? This makes such a cool insert page for my 6x8 summer album.

Sunny Mixed Media Layout with Shimmering Matte Acrylics

To begin, I taped the stencil down over the paper to prevent them from slipping. Next, I applied a thin, even layer of the Perfect Clear Texture Gel through the stencil using a palette knife. Next, while the stencil and gel was in placed, I used a palette knife to add a bit of the Cajun Pumpkin Shimmering Matte Acrylics all over in a dabbing motion. After that, I wiped the palette knife and repeated the same process adding the Ballet Slipper and the Bright Gold Shimmering Matte Acrylics.

Image of the Perfect Clear Texture Gel and Shimmering Matte Acrylics Through the Stencil

 I love how much texture the Perfect Clear Texture Gel adds to the background and the images are so crisp and beautiful!

Detailed Image of the Perfect Clear Texture Gel and Acrylics Through the Stencil

Just look at all the beautiful details on this spread. I'm super thrilled there weren't any smears with the letters and numbers! The Perfect Clear Texture Gel is actually perfect if you ask me!

Layout by Nicole

I hope you found this fun tutorial helpful. The Perfect Clear Texture Gel is a wonderful medium and as you can see, it works beautifully with the Shimmering Matte Acrylics. Thank you so much for visiting today!

Nicole