Sparkly Junk Mail Spin Art Journal

There is nothing more satisfying than using my piles of junk mail for something artsy!  I was even able to use some cardboard for this project which was a big upcycle bonus.  If you follow me, you know I love to make art journals out of recycled materials.  Magazines are my favorite, but I'll use almost anything that's destined for a landfill!  For me, the best part of this project was binding the entire journal using transparent tape!  Yup, cheap packing tape and office tape.  Check out the video below to see just how I did it!  I've said it 1000 times...Use what you have, my sweet chickens, and always Make Your Mark! 

All the awesome stuff I used:

DecoArt Galaxy Glitter: https://amzn.to/2RsT4ho

DecoArt Shimmer Misters: https://bit.ly/3dBx2AG

DecoArt Ready-To-Pour Acrylics: https://bit.ly/2WuOph1

MY AMAZON STORE: https://www.amazon.com/shop/markmontano

 Ready to fill with random thoughts!

It's always a wonderful surprise when the machine stops spinning!

Watch how to make them here!

OR

Watch the video on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/vMJKPkpPcyQ

 Stacked and ready to bind!

I like to decoupage black and white graphics over the colors for contrast!

Happy Journaling!

Black Light Neon Spin Art DIY

When I was a kid I REALLY wanted a black light but my parents thought it would ruin my eyes...Not sure where they got that idea, but once they said "NO", that was that.  Well, guess what mom!  I have 2 black lights now and they're awesome...Especially when I use the new BLACK LIGHT NEON PAINTS from DecoArt!  Honestly, I didn't know what to do with these paints since my black light phase, well, phased out a loooooonnng time ago.  But, once I started toying around with my homemade spin art machine, it came to me.  Even without UV light this paint is fantastically neon and it's even more amazing under UV light!  Get your 70s groove on, my fab friends, 

and don't forget to MAKE YOUR MARK!

Photographed under a black light! 

LIST OF PRODUCTS I USED:

DecoArt Black Light Neon Paints: https://amzn.to/2PRHD0Q Coolest Black Light: https://amzn.to/2PRHD0Q Black Canvas Boards: https://amzn.to/39iBthc

Watch how to make this funky art here!

OR watch it on YouTube HERE!

Splat! 

You spin me right round baby!

Turntable Spin Art with Pouring Medium

You might know how much I love painting stuff on a turntable or lazy Susan.  There is nothing more relaxing than adding paint to something that's spinning in front of you.  It's magical!  I decided to try a pour painting with this technique and I'm super happy with how they turned out.  The longer you leave it on the record player, the more the colors reach out toward the edge.  I also found that the more colors you use, the better!  Be fearless and experiment with everything and don't forget to

Make Your Mark!

 The one in the center is my favorite!

 This is a terrific way to use up the colors you've been ignoring

Just add DecoArt Pouring Medium and you're good to go!

Watch how to make it here!

Cover the turntable with a box and you'll keep it paint free!

My gallery wall of spin art!

Spin Art at CAFAM!

You probably already know that I'm obsessed with spin art.  Ever since my parents let me make a spin art canvas at the Rocky Ford fair, I've been hooked!  BTW,  I had already thrown up on the zipper so I was "grounded" for the rest of the day and spin art was my only option.  Several years ago I disassembled a basic fan and created a mini spin art machine and since then, my life has been spinning out of control.  For a special craft day at CAFAM last week, I finally made HUGE spin art machines from large box fans.....The kids (and adults) loved them.  

Concentration!

The parents did NOT want to miss their turn either!

You can't help but smile when you're spinning!

Ultimate Spin Art Machine DIY

Hands down, making spin art is one of my favorite ways to relax.  Toss in a bottle of Pino Noir and you won't see me for hours!  I think it's something about the spinning that hypnotizes me into a great mood.  A while ago I found an old mini Honeywell fan on the street and hauled it home.  It took about 10 minutes to remove the cover and about 2 days for me to figure out what to put on top of the fan blades for a base.  Turns out an old Styrofoam plate did the trick and I was making spin art like a madman!   Just make sure to use some very sticky tape. 

Have fun!  xoxo, Mark

Spin art makes amazing postcards and, well, ART! 

Not quite Damian Hirst, but still pretty fantastic!

Stacks ready to be sent

Watered down Americana Acrylics make the perfect paint for this project!

Watch the magical video tutorial here!

STUFF YOU'LL NEED

Small fan

*You can pick up a new one for $15!

Styrofoam plate

Masking tape

Americana Acrylic Paints

E-6000 Spray Adhesive

Cardboard

Colorful card stock

A quick peek at my spin art journal

Try experimenting with water colors, markers, color pencils and crayons

See the STEP BY STEP photos