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Words are often a pivotal part of mixed-media artwork, ascribing a concrete message to otherwise symbolic thoughts and feelings. Whether on a canvas, assemblage, or art journal page, a well-chosen word or phrase can be the perfect finishing touch. Unfortunately, for some reason, even the most talented artists are critical of their own handwriting. We doubt whether the style of our writing can live up to our artwork. Luckily, there are in… Read more

From ancient inscriptions to medieval illuminated manuscripts and now to mixed-media and digital art, the use of text as a visual component in art has been around for centuries. Text art, when combined with various techniques in mixed-media, takes on new dimensions. Learn more about this art form and how to integrate it into your mixed-media creations here.What Is Text Art? Text art, or  word art, is a versatile form of visual express… Read more