This Masterboard Experiment Took a Major Left Turn

Welcome back! Today’s Masterboard Monday didn’t go exactly as planned, as usual. It took a major turn and became an experiment. I love the results though. I started out with a specific project in mind, but the creative process took a total "left turn" into a messy, grungy, and highly successful experiment. I’m using some unique materials today—my favorite old yachting charts! These captains' charts have such a great weight and history to them, making them the perfect base for an aged, "dirty" paper look. We're playing with gesso, distress inks, and even some unexpected sanding techniques to create layers of texture and that beautiful crackle effect. In this video, you’ll see: How I prep unique papers like maps and charts with gesso. My experiment with crackle medium vs. simple tacky glue. Creating authentic "coffee ring" stains and grungy drips. A labor-intensive (but so worth it!) sanding technique for incredible texture. A Note on My Schedule: I’ve had a few questions about how these videos work! Usually, we create the Masterboard on Monday (Process) and then use those boards to create a Finished Project on Thursday. This way, we can focus on the play and exploration first! Product links are affiliate links, meaning I earn a small commission if you make a purchase (at no extra cost to you!). Thanks for supporting the channel!" Supplies Used: White Gesso: https://amzn.to/4gh3wDD Distress Inks (Antique Linen, Vintage Photo, Burnt Sienna): https://amzn.to/4xlOvXi note: I cannot find the off brand Ink pads I used but there are similar brands. I'm trying these: https://amzn.to/3SRqmc0 Mont Marte Acrylic Ink: https://amzn.to/4gh3wDD Tim Holtz Distress Sprayer: https://amzn.to/4xg1lWV Tacky Glue & Mod Podge: https://amzn.to/4gjnrls If you enjoy these "create with me" experiments, please give this video a thumbs up and subscribe to join our creative community! Let’s keep creating, Christine #MasterboardMonday #MixedMediaArt #ArtJournaling #GrungyArt #CreativeProcess #DarlyssaDesigns #papercrafting 00:00 Introduction: The "Left Turn" Experiment 00:30 Using Yachting Charts as a Base 01:30 Prepping the Charts with White Gesso 05:45 Layering Techniques & Drying Time 11:20 Adding Grungy Texture with Distress Inks 14:03 Explaining "Masterboard Monday" vs. "Thursday Projects" 18:50 Testing the Crackle Effect 23:15 Creating "Coffee Ring" Stains & Drips 29:19 The "Wow" Moment: Sanding for Extra Texture 31:45 Final Results & Thursday Sneak Peek