Polymer Clay Pins: Master Color Blending, Graphic Shapes, and More
Join master polymer clay artist Lynn Yuhr in this exclusive video tutorial and learn how Lynn creates her Whimsical Polymer Clay Painted Leaf Pins.
About this class
About this class
Join master polymer clay artist Lynn Yuhr in this exclusive video tutorial and learn how Lynn creates her Whimsical Polymer Clay Painted Leaf Pins.
Watch close-up and learn step-by-step how to create a primitive yet artistically minded painted leaf pin. Drawing inspiration from Aboriginal designs, these pins feature simple but striking graphics, and abstract leaf shapes that stand out whether used alone or together in your jewelry designs.
What You’ll Learn:
Color Blending: Learn how to blend colors for vibrant and unique effects.
Using Bold Graphic Shapes: Lynn will show you simple cut-and-paste techniques that add bold graphic statements to your design.
Using Liquid Clays: A brief introduction to liquid polymer clay will be provided, opening up a whole new world of possibilities
Creating Dots and Graphic Shapes: Add playful, bold elements to your leaf pins with dots and other graphic details.
Adding Movement: Learn how to infuse your designs with a sense of dynamic motion.
Embedding a Commercial Pinback: Finish your project by securely embedding a pinback, making your creation wearable art.
As an additional BONUS, Lynn will demonstrate how she adds a bale to her leaf, how to create more graphic designs, plus inspirational ideas you’ll want to try!
This class is perfect for anyone exploring creativity while learning new polymer clay techniques. By the end of the session, you’ll have a whimsical, hand-crafted leaf pin that reflects your artistic spirit.
Bonus
Lynn will demonstrate how she adds a bale to her leaf to use as a pendant, how to create more graphic designs, plus inspirational ideas you'll want to try!Your purchase includes a PDF with notes and online resources.
Please note: the PDF is not a stand-alone instructional booklet.
You can re-watch all your CRAFTCAST purchases as many times as you like.
Additional details
- Color blending
- Mixing and using liquid clays
- Making dots and graphic shapes
- Adding a feeling of movement
- Embedding a commercial pinback
- 2 blocks of clay - 1 block of white, 1 block of black
- 2 x 2-inch sheets of clay in colors that contrast
- Clay adhesive OR Translucent liquid clay
- Black and white liquid clay (you don’t need a lot)
- Texturing sponge
- Ball stylus (a small and medium size)
- Small cutters various shapes
- Exacto-knife with a pointy blade
- Commercial pinback 1.5 to 2-inches long
- Basic Polymer Clay Tools and Oven
Description
Join master polymer clay artist Lynn Yuhr in this exclusive video tutorial and learn how Lynn creates her Whimsical Polymer Clay Painted Leaf Pins.
Watch close-up and learn step-by-step how to create a primitive yet artistically minded painted leaf pin. Drawing inspiration from Aboriginal designs, these pins feature simple but striking graphics, and abstract leaf shapes that stand out whether used alone or together in your jewelry designs.
What You’ll Learn:
As an additional BONUS, Lynn will demonstrate how she adds a bale to her leaf, how to create more graphic designs, plus inspirational ideas you’ll want to try!
This class is perfect for anyone exploring creativity while learning new polymer clay techniques. By the end of the session, you’ll have a whimsical, hand-crafted leaf pin that reflects your artistic spirit.
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