Stone Art is a paper based product from Powertex. The powdery consistency can be used to create a stone texture but it can also be mixed with Powertex Universal Medium to make an air drying clay. In structured and mixed media art it creates a fine organic texture.
Easy Structure paste techniques I use Easy Structure to introduce a range of texture techniques into my mixed media art. Easy Structure from Powertex is a heavy paste that sets hard and can even hold embellishments and deep textures. With Easy Structure you can make hard wearing layers that don’t Read more…
Powertex Easy Structure Here are some examples of how I use Powertex Easy Structure in my art. It’s a hard wearing, heavy texture paste that is easily combined with other Powertex products. Here are some ways I use it to create unique textured abstract art. Grab some palette knives, old Read more…
Five ways to use Powertex Universal Medium If you have seen Powertex art or sculpture you might have noticed it has a wide range of uses. Its properties are perfect for sculpture, mixed media and structured art and for projects for outside. Here are five ways that I have used Read more…
5 ways to add colour to your Powertex art I use a variety of Powertex products in my art. As a beginner, some of the products might be unfamiliar to you too. Here’s a quick guide to choosing colour products for your Powertex mixed media art or craft. Powder pigments Read more…
Hand-making Christmas decorations, like Powertex wreaths, is popular for a reason. We get to make things and have a use for our creations. We can bring them out year after year and pass them on to family. I created a Powertex Christmas wreath for the Powertex UK design team using Read more…
This piece was originally created for the Powertex UK Design Team a few years ago. I’m sharing it as an example of how to create a textured background for a strong focal piece, like the clay cow skull in this mixed media art. Materials used MDF 25 cm base frame Read more…
Mixed media Halloween art I made this project for the Powertex UK Design Team using the Secret Art Box. The October 2019 subscription box was packed full of Halloween-themed supplies. Pick up similar embellishments and pieces from craft stores or take a look on Powertex UK. See the supplies list Read more…
Powertex Bister is a beautiful range of pigments that can create stunning effects for your Powertex fabric sculpture and wall art. If you’re wondering what you need to get started with Bister this post is for you. You can also download my free digital Quick Guide to Bister. Powertex Bister Read more…
Creating seasonal decorations like this Autumn wreath is easy with Powertex. The fabric hardener is also weatherproof after three weeks so it’s the perfect product if you want to decorate your front door or garden. Use any Autumnal embellishments and shapes to customise your piece or create for any season.