Black Magic

Create a dramatic look by stamping on dark cardstock with light ink and coloring it.

Supplies

Step-by-Step

1. Step 1

   Stamp solid image in white craft ink onto black cardstock.
   
   Hint:
   Other dark cardstock will work as well.

   

2. Step 2

   Heat-set image with heat embossing tool.
   

   

3. Step 3

   Color image with colored pencils.
   
   Keep the lighter colors toward the edges of the image for a more dramatic effect. Start with the darker colors at the base or center of the image and work your way to the outside edge and lighter colors.

   

4. Your finished image should look something like this. Don't be afraid to press too hard when coloring with the pencils. The richer the color, the greater the contrast.
   

   

5. Step 4

   Using a white gel pen, accent image with dots, and lines.

   

6. Step 5

   Add image to card and embellish as desired.

   

Video!

Your Turn

You've seen the tutorial, now you try it! We've got a section of the gallery set aside for Black Magic. Try this technique, then upload your artwork to the gallery. Show us your creations!

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