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Shine Bright

August 5, 2019

Hey Creatives! Look at this adorable journal page from Yolie called Shine. Makes me think of a song by Toby Mac - the chorus goes like this... Lights shine bright everywhere we go  Music for the people to illuminate the soul  Lights shine bright everywhere we go  Music for the people, makin' music for the people If you know it I'm sure you are singing along as it's a fun catchy tune. But more importantly, it's about letting your light shine. Her title says "Shine like a star, ... VIEW POST

Filed Under: Diva, Stencils Tagged With: #RitaBarakatart, Stencils, Yolie Burke

Making something amazing with your stash!

May 16, 2019

Hello Creative! Today's post is about using what you have and transforming it into something beautiful. It's good to use what you have in your stash- I have some many odds and ends, pieces leftover from other projects. Combine them using a few products ad you can make a cohesive beautiful project. Part 1 of this project was revealed on Mixed Media Monday. If you missed Mixed Media Monday I have the video for you below. Part two will be revealed in my newsletter so make sure you are signed ... VIEW POST

Filed Under: Fairies, The Veil of the Fairies Tagged With: #Martha Lucia Gomez, #RitaBarakat, #RitaBarakatart, Fairy Magic, Mixed Media

Blog hop with Rita Barakat and Colorburst fun!

May 7, 2019

Hello, Creatives! What's on your creative agenda? Today we have super fun for you here at RitaBarakat.com. Join us for the Rita Barakat and Colorburst fun! S blog hop using Ken Oliver Crafts Color Burst powders and Rita Barakat products! I decided to go with an art journal page and one of my face stencils from the "So you say you can't draw" collection. These little powders are so much fun to use! Simply get your surface wet with some water then sprinkle different colors of Ken Oliver ... VIEW POST

Filed Under: So you say you cant draw, So you say you cant draw stencils, Stencils, Uncategorized Tagged With: #mixedmedia, #RitaBarakat, #RitaBarakatart, art journal, Mixed Media

Making magic hop with Rita Barakat, Clover and Kunin!

April 9, 2019

Hey, Creatives! Today, Making magic hop with Rita Barakat, Clover and Kunin! If you missed Mixed Media Monday (see video below) last night I showed you these fun fabulous projects - this is still a work in progress but you can see how gorgeous it's already turning out! I used one of my articulated dolls from my book, Magical Theatre Create and Play with Movable Dolls.  https://youtu.be/GnLgeGQiPCg In the video used Clover Felt ToolClover Felt Puncher MatKunin FeltMagical Theatre create ... VIEW POST

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: #mixedmedia, #RitaBarakat, #RitaBarakatart

Classes with Rita Barakat

April 5, 2019

Hey Creatives! Today I'm wishing a little creativity in your weekend! Sometimes life gets so big that it's so nice to just make some art! At least that's how I unwind, how about you? Today I am flying to Pittsburgh for the Collins show to teach a class and other than creating, I love to watch students discovering new techniques. It's a quick trip and this is a closed show for store owners and buyers but you can catch me in these classes this summer... LET’S MAKE A ... VIEW POST

Filed Under: Mixed Media, Painting Tagged With: #RitaBarakat, #RitaBarakatart, classes

Ways to Create Texture and Movement

March 30, 2019

Hello creatives,  happy Saturday!  Want another way to create texture and movement in your projects? You are going to love these fun techniques for your mixed media projects! This picture shows the final result up close and personal! Not only does this give your project texture, but buildable layers.  Here is a video to explain the process. Disclaimer- I do not work this fast! The video is sped up for YouTube, super fast, for your viewing pleasure! The video will ... VIEW POST

Filed Under: DIe Cuts, Island Beauties, Mixed Media Tagged With: #RitaBarakat, #RitaBarakatart

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In my work I hope you will find encouragement, a little whimsy, something pretty or at least something to make you think. I do believe we need to be thankful and focus on the positive! I am passionate about art and believe that we are all creative in our own ways.

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