Abstract Heart Mixed Media Art Journal Page | Heart in Motion

In this mixed media art journal tutorial, I’m creating an expressive abstract heart using watercolors, acrylic paint, gesso, gold accents, and mark making. This piece starts loose and intuitive and builds layer by layer into a bold, textured heart full of movement and contrast. ✨ In this video, you’ll learn: - How to start an art journal page with loose watercolor - How to layer watercolor and acrylic paint successfully - Simple scraping and whitewashing techniques for texture - How to paint an abstract heart with depth and movement - Ways to add contrast using pencil, gold paint, and neutral tones - How to seal and finish mixed media artwork This project is perfect for beginner and experienced artists who want to loosen up, experiment, and reconnect with creativity in a relaxed, intuitive way. 00:00 Intro 1:30 Painting the Background 12:50 Painting a Heart 21:19 Adding Details 👉 Subscribe for more watercolor art journal ideas, beginner-friendly painting projects, and mixed media fun every week! Thank you for joining in on the creative fun. Join us LIVE every Wednesday at 5:30 pm PST on Facebook at Tracy Weinzapfel Studios. Be sure to follow me on social as well! Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/tracyweinzapfelstudios Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/twstudios/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/tracyweinzapfel/ Join the waitlist for Your Artful Journey - https://www.yourartfuljourney.com/membership This is my exclusive creative membership where you can explore the world of art journaling! Join a community of support and inspiration with interactive art sessions full of tips and tricks, conversation, Q & As, and most of all, FUN! Supply List: - Fabriano 7 X 10 Watercolor Journal - https://shop.tracyweinzapfelstudios.com/products/fabriano-watercolor-art-journal-7-x-10?_pos=1&_psq=fabrian&_ss=e&_v=1.0 - Painter’s Tape - https://shop.tracyweinzapfelstudios.com/search?q=painter%27s+tape&options%5Bprefix%5D=last - Watercolors: Odyssey - https://shop.tracyweinzapfelstudios.com/products/watercolor-confections-odyssey?_pos=1&_sid=1451d52d0&_ss=r - Decoart Media: Carbon Black, Pyrrolle Red, Titanium White, and Paynes Grey - https://shop.tracyweinzapfelstudios.com/search?q=decoart+media&options%5Bprefix%5D=last - DecoArt Gesso (White) - https://shop.tracyweinzapfelstudios.com/products/decoart-media-gesso-4-oz?_pos=3&_sid=69063e42f&_ss=r - Decoart Acrylic Paints: Extreme Sheen 24k Gold - https://shop.tracyweinzapfelstudios.com/products/decoart-extreme-sheen-metallic-acrylics?_pos=1&_psq=Decoart+Acrylic+Paints%3A++Extreme+Sheen+24k+Gold&_ss=e&_v=1.0 - Brushes: Tracy Weinzapfel Sets - https://shop.tracyweinzapfelstudios.com/search?q=tracy+weinzapfel+brush+sets&options%5Bprefix%5D=last - Liner Brush: Micron 10/0 X Long Liner Brush - https://shop.tracyweinzapfelstudios.com/products/dynasty-micron-x-long-detail-liner-10-0?_pos=1&_psq=10%2F0+x&_ss=e&_v=1.0 - Pencil: Black Aquarellable - https://shop.tracyweinzapfelstudios.com/products/stabilo-black-aquarellable-black?_pos=1&_psq=aqua&_ss=e&_v=1.0 - Sealer: Duraclear (Satin) - https://shop.tracyweinzapfelstudios.com/products/decoart-duraclear-satin-varnish-2-oz?_pos=1&_sid=2dae5b253&_ss=r - Other: Krylon Workable Fixative Check out Tracy’s Art Journal Starter Kit - https://shop.tracyweinzapfelstudios.com/products/art-journaling-starter-kit?_pos=2&_sid=deb63830f&_ss=r Tracy’s Resources Page - https://tracyweinzapfelstudios.com/resources/ Visit Tracy’s Shop - https://shop.tracyweinzapfelstudios.com/ #artjournal #acrylicpaintingtutorial #heartpainting