Layered Stamp Masking Technique for Scene Building

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Create a stunning layered scene featuring three fashionable figures on a London street, complete with a red telephone box and iconic cityscape. Using stamp masking techniques, you'll build depth and dimension by layering multiple stamped images over one another. The finished piece showcases elegant line art with subtle watercolour touches on a crisp white background, all mounted on a bold black card frame.

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Step by step

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   Stamp your first image onto rough paper using black ink. Position the stamp on the paper and press firmly to create a clear impression. Remove the stamp carefully to reveal the stamped image.

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   Cut very close to the edge of the stamped image to create a mask. Use scissors to carefully trim around the outline of the stamped figures.

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   Position the stamped cow mask on your white cardstock using low-tack adhesive tape. Place it over the area where you want to build your layered scene.

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   Stamp a second image directly over the masked area using all-purpose ink. Position the London or chandelier stamp over the masked section and press firmly to create a clear impression.

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   Carefully peel away the masking sheet from the stamped image to reveal the layered London scene composition with the trees and landmarks now visible in their proper positions.

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   Position additional stamps from the set onto your scene and stamp them to build up the composition. Continue masking and layering stamps to create depth and interest in your London cityscape.

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   Colour the finished layered design using your preferred colouring technique. Add shading and highlights to bring depth to the scene with the three figures, telephone box, and London background.

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Tips from the show

• Use all-purpose ink for faster drying when layering multiple stamps.
• When stamping over a double-layer mask, push slightly harder or use a furniture tool to ensure good contact.
• This technique works with any of the IMALA stamps as they are designed to work together.

More from this show

• Textured Aperture Card with Crackle Paste and Heat Embossing
• Kinetic Spinning Aperture Card with Layered Elements
• Watercolour Painted Stamp Portrait with Blended Colours
• Wet-on-Wet Watercolour Background with Random Stamped Dots
• Ink Blending and Watercolour Wash Technique on Stamped Image

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