Aug 18, 2016

Dark and Moody Backgrounds Tutorial

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Today I am sharing a comprehensive tutorial on creating dark and moody backgrounds for your mixed media projects over at the Stamps & Stencils challenge blog.  You may have noticed the dark project trend in the crafting world, but these can be intimidating right?  I am sharing eight techniques with a variety of products that I'm sure you already have on hand.  So pop on over and take a look!

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I have eight ideas for you to experiment with.  I hope you will enjoy!

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32 comments:

brenda said...

A lovely tag and as always such wonderful dimension and interest Autumn.

B x

Redanne said...

Wow Autumn, your backgrounds are superb! I love the black with the gorgeous turquoise and white, it just works so beautifully well. The flowers are a wonderful finishing touch.... gorgeous!!

Thanks so much for joining in our Stencil It challenge at A Vintage Journey too. Hugs, Anne xx

kiwimeskreations said...

Thanks for the tutorial Autumn - love the way you have used Lumiere paints -= I have a few that sit very sadly on my desk - you have inspired me to get them out and try again. Love the tissue paper over black gesso background.
Blessings
Maxine

Pamellia said...

Wow, gorgeous Autumn!! I am loving the contrast with your colours here. Off I go to check out your dark and moody background tuts!! hugs :)

craftytrog said...

Gorgeous!!! I love starting with a dark base, colours always pop so well.

Unknown said...

What a GORGEOUS background on this card Autumn and of course, a really LOVELY card too. What a treat to read and see all the dark&moody backgrounds you created. Xj.

Susan said...

Awesome backgrounds! And a great tutorial. Can't wait to see what you've done with the other bases.

Jinny Newlin said...

So striking and absolutely gorgeous! Thanks for the tips, too!

Lisa said...

Wow, Autumn, this is absolutely stunning!! The dark background looks absolutely amazing!! I love how the turquoise pops!! This is so gorgeous my friend!! Thank you so much for playing along at Scrapy Land!! Headed over to check out the tutorials!! Have a great day!! Big hugs :)

Lisa
A Mermaid's Crafts

ElizabethR said...

This is absolutely gorgeous Autumn, love all the layers and texture. Elizabeth xxx

Marty F said...

Love these backgrounds, Autumn! I think my favorite is the big clock die cut - gotta try that technique out for sure.
Thanks so much for taking the time to share these with us! I love how you embellished the one above - so pretty!!

Patricia Chalas said...

Adorable!!! this background is just perfect! Thanks for playing along with us at Scrapy Land Challenge Blog!

crafty-stamper said...

Fabulous background and texture-off to check out the tutorials
Carol x

experiments in paper said...

Wow, Autumn!! Love how you brightened this up with your sentiment - I am SO SO SO far behind in visits, but look forward to catching up with you now that I am back in Connecticut and (almost) back into my regular rhythm of work and art! xxx Lynn

Judy Woodland said...

This is just lovely. I love the dark background, and your colors work perfectly together. Great take on the challenge, thanks so much for playing along with us this week over at the Mod Squad!
Judy - Challenge Host

Mac Mable said...

Thank you so much for this creative and very interesting blog post...learnt lots x Fabulous inspiration x

CherylQuilts said...

Wowie, Autumn, I love how you create your backgrounds. As I mentioned on the other blog, I really LOVE the first one with the vibrant blue on the black. It's so striking! Hugs, sweet friend, and have a wonderful weekend! xoxo

Mimi said...

So fun! Thankd for sharing your little techniques! You know, I've never done the tissue-over-gesso... soon...

Helen Wallace said...

Just back from your tutorial and I'm so glad your shared your tips with us. I learnt so much from your blog post and I especially love the finished tag. Look forward to seeing the rest of them pop up :D

Wheelie Crafty said...

Autumn you never cease to amaze me with all your gorgeous projects... Thank you so much for entering our challenge over at Creative Artiste Mixed Media Challenge Blog, we hope to see you join in again...

Hugs Rhonda DT & Owner
http://creativeartistemixedmedia.blogspot.co.uk

Eekers said...

Dark background is so fab at showing off bright colours in combo, lovely effect! Thanks for joining us at The Crafty Addicts and Good Luck! :)
Annabel - Crafty Addicts DT.

Cocofolies said...

Loving your artwork Autumn, always awesome.
Your backgrounds here are great, the collection put together is really fab and interesting to compare for the techniques!!!
Your card with the first one is scrumptious!!! :)

Pawsitively Creative said...

Dark and moody huh? Sounds like me! Hehe. Just kidding. Beautiful work you have displayed here. The pops if color off the black stark background are divine and so very awesome sauce! Off to have a gander at the others. Hugz to you muffin! ~Niki

Sherrie K. said...

Gorgeous card and fabulous colors! I love the combination and the way it stands out! Beautifully done!
Sherrie K

Craftyfield said...

I have been missing loads whilst I was away... Fantastic backgrounds, I need to try some of those techniques.

Vintagehandmade said...

What a beautiful contrast, Autumn! I love those turquoise and white colors against the dark background! Your dark backgrounds are fabulous, love them all! You are such an inspiration, my friend! I am really impressed by your amazing talent! Big hugs to you! Branka xx

Rahmat said...

What a beautiful tag, the colors are gorgeous! Thanks for joining us at HLS.

A Pink said...

Beyond Stunning! Autumn those colours - so striking!
HUge LOVE here for this one
hugs x

Julia S-W said...

Stunning backgrounds with colours that sing even if they are dark and atmospheric. Right up my street!Thanks so much for joining us at A Vintage Journey. Julia x

Jenny Marples said...

Loving that stencilled background Autumn. Glamour without being too showy, the perfect foil to the flowers, bow and sentiment. Thank you so much for joining us at A Vintage Journey xx

Susan Renshaw said...

Lovely creation!
Thank you for sharing with Happy Little Stampers!
Susan
Calling All Crafters! – My personal Blog!

Maryvonne Coussé said...

Gorgeous !
Thanks for joining us at Scrapyland Challenges blog and good luck !
Maryvonne DT Member

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