Description

Commemorate a historic milestone with this creative and inspiring America 250 Mixed Media Art Journal class taught by Leslie.

In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, you’ll create a patriotic mixed media journal spread featuring layered backgrounds, stenciling, collage elements, texture techniques, and dimensional embellishments. Using a combination of inks, paints, and mixed media products, you’ll build a richly layered project filled with vintage Americana imagery and meaningful patriotic details.

Leslie will guide you step-by-step through the process while sharing techniques that can easily be adapted to future art journal pages, scrapbook layouts, cards, and mixed media projects.

Whether you’re new to mixed media or an experienced artist looking for fresh inspiration, you’ll leave with new skills and a beautiful commemorative journal spread.

Supplies to Bring

Please bring your Basic Class Kit, including:

• Paper Trimmer
• Detail Scissors
• Adhesive
• Foam Adhesive
• Craft Mat
• Apron
• Baby Wipes

Class Details

Instructor: Leslie
Date: Sunday, July 19, 2026
Time: 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Cost: $42

What is the America 250 Mixed Media Art Journal class?
This class teaches students how to create a patriotic mixed media journal spread celebrating America’s 250th anniversary using layering, stenciling, collage, and texture techniques.

What will I make in class?
Students will complete a mixed media art journal layout featuring patriotic colors, vintage Americana imagery, and dimensional embellishments.

Do I need mixed media experience?
No. Leslie will demonstrate each technique and provide guidance throughout the class.

What supplies should I bring?
Please bring your Basic Class Kit, including a paper trimmer, detail scissors, adhesive, foam adhesive, and craft mat.

What techniques will be taught?
Students will learn background building, layering, stenciling, collage, texture creation, and mixed media composition techniques.

Is this class suitable for scrapbookers and card makers?
Absolutely. Many of the techniques taught can be adapted for scrapbook layouts, handmade cards, mini albums, and other paper crafting projects.