Great video and thank you for the tips!! I’m in Australia so looking forward to trying out atcs finally, always wondered about them but got intimidated 🤣
I have a free mini course on my website that was published a few weeks ago. Might help you get started. artplace.ca/artist-trading-cards-for-beginners-easy-projects/
I made it with folded cardstock and Arc discs from staples. If you are subscribed to my emailed list, you'll see a blog post with a step by step on how to make it in a few weeks. Super inexpensive and totally customizable to hold ATC's, bookmarks, postcards, tags.. anything like that.
Thank you so much for this video on how to start ATCs, Gisele. I do have a lot of stuff already in because I have recently started to learn to Art journal. You have helped me understand ATCs a lot better. Can I ask, there were a couple of your ATCs you mentioned, and briefly showed, that have a 'glass-like' covering on them. They we chunky and reminded me of glossy accents but on a bigger scale. Can you tell me what that stuff is please? Thank you so much. xxx
Hi Dorothy, thank you for the lovely comment. I've created the glass look using DecoArt Media Crackle glaze, DecoArt Triple Thick (liquid or spray) and DecoArt Media Liquid Glass. I hope this helps?
Great video thanks! This was really helpful for a beginner like me just getting into all this for the first time. But most of all I LOVED that you recommended using recycled stuff (that everyone has lying around the house!) to repurpose and use rather than buying expensive stuff from the shop all the time. I keep loads of recycled stuff close at hand to use for different kinds of crafts too, it's really handy. Glad it will be useful for this too as I really hope to get into making these cards. I've remade so much stuff from recycled junk, it's so satisfying and fun, as well as good for the environment. So I have some questions: I get that jesso (spelling?) is like a primer so that things 'stick' better to the card but what alternatives are there? Is it like modge podge? As I don't think we get jesso here in the UK although I might be wrong? Can you make it yourself at home if there's no craft shops nearby and prefer to recycle/reuse stuff? I know you mentioned you can use any size card but what size do the cards normally have to be like the standard, most common size? Is there a way to prevent the card and paper going soggy after awhile? How do you protect the surface (sorry if you mentioned any of this already I didn't realise). Love you videos, so inspiring, and love the ideas! Thank you (have liked and subscribed) keep up the great work!
Hi Giselle. Great video. I have only made a few ATC's as part of a group challenge. It looks like we are going to make it a monthly challenge and will be given partners to swap with. A question I have is, when you are using packaging (eg: cereal box) and prepping the printed side with Gesso, do you need to sand it first for the Gesso to stick or can you just go ahead and put it straight on?
Hi Gail, it would depend on what type of finish is on the packaging. I have found that ones that are more matte, I can paint straight away, keeping in mind that the packaging colour will usually show through the paint. If that's the case, just add a layer of white paint. Now, if the packaging is shinier, err on the side of caution and gesso it with a bit of sanding first. Nothing major, just enough to remove the shine and create some tooth. You can do this with a clean kitchen plastic scrubby pad too. I hope this helps? PSA: when sanding, never blow dust away as it gets into the air and it's inhaled. Use a wet wipe or kitchen wipe to pickup, vacuum or gently brush into a wastebasket. Wearing a dust mask rated P95 if you are going to do any mass sanding or in a non-well ventilated room.
So I have some questions: I get that gesso (spelling?) is like a primer so that things 'stick' better to the card but what alternatives are there? Is it like modge podge? As I don't think we get gesso here in the UK although I might be wrong? Can you make it yourself at home if there's no craft shops nearby as I prefer recycling/reusing stuff? What exact size do the cards normally have to be? Is there a method to prevent the card and paper going soggy after awhile? How do you protect the surface (sorry if you mentioned any of these already I didn't realise). Love you videos so inspiring! :-)
Hi Lisa, Gesso yes is a primer. Modge Podge is a glue and/or a medium for decou-page. there are DIY recipies for Gesso on TH-cam and for your own use, sure, you can experiment. If you are creating art for gifts or to sell, I personally don't recommend diy mediums because the long term results are unpredictable. That's just me. In a pinch, you can use a matte finish style of acrylic paint. If you use a glossy acrylic paint, nothing will stick to it. Artist Trading Cards are ALWAYS 2.5" x 3.5". Not sure what you mean about the paper going soggy after a while. Do you mean after the art is created? or during the creation process? if you mean after, you can varnish the card. If it's during the creation process, the gesso stops the card from absorbing everything. I'm not sure if this helps?
Ahhh yeah this has been really helpful thank you! So glad I now know what gesso is lol. I'll look out for it in the shops next time now I know what it is and what to look for. I've got every thing else but no gesso for the craft table so must get some for the collection. Hmm maybe you CAN actually buy it in the shop here in the UK too, I've prob just never seen or noticed it before but now I'll know to look out for it! Ahh yeah you're right! I usually do decoupage (hah that's why I was getting mixed up between gesso and modge podge lol!) and yeah I was referring to the cardboard getting soggy thanks (but now I know that's what the gesso is for!) I see! Okay got it! I've already started cutting some cards out to size so I can try this. Ooo this will be fun and relaxing! Thanks for all your help it's much appreciated :-)
I love your enthusiasm.. keep experimenting and having fun with EVERYTHING! you'll never go wrong as long as it's fun and you take the approach... experimenting is learning, mistakes are learning :)
you can get them at Michaels and the Dollar Store.. here in Ontario, Canada, I picked mine up at Dollar Rama. They are a bit larger which holds the thicker ATC's much better.
Hi Teresa, they are primarily for trading with other artists. I'm currently hosting a monthly swap with a small group of ladies if you'd like to get more information (no obligation to participate). You can visit ArtPlace.ca and there is a link in the menu for the ATC swap.
Gesso can be used to prime paper/canvas for acrylics, and I've also used gesso as a substitute for white paint. For watercolours, the pigment would sit on top of the gesso layer and not be absorbed into the paper. If you already have gesso, why not take two little card sized pieces, do the same technique and on one card use acrylics and on the other card use watercolours...so you can "see" what it looks like and if you like it.
good idea! thanx! i didn't even think of ATCs in that way. kinda of a catalog of techniques and ideas. I am already trying to come up with ways to use them with my embroidery and lace making, too! *wheels are turning!*
ok, so I saw an episode of The 100.. an outfit one of the lead characters had on looked like miniature artwork with the edges laced into her jacket, it looked really amazing.
What an informative video. You mentioned you used cheese cloth. How did you incorporate the cheese cloth in the artist card? Did you glue it over the card to add texture?
yes, poker sized cards are 2.5" x 3.5". You'd likely need to sand them a bit so stuff sticks to it. It's a great idea because if you don't have any thick substrates, you can get playing cards at the $ store.
+Gisele Grenier I am trying my first attempt st ATC and doing a swap. I'm really loving it. Thanks for helping me learn as much as I can. I'm using poker cards for my first cards
Hi Gisele. In this video you say that you have an ATC Journal video - but I cannot find it anywhere. Am I being really unobservant or has it been removed?
Gisele Grenier yeah! We are actually each making 18 Cards, and each one has to do with the elements and stuff of art, like pattern, perspective, form, etc. It took me 2 All nighters to finish mine.
I like how you mentioned blitzes; I do that, too! I also do this with art journal backgrounds!
keeps you the groove doesn't it ?
I have only just found you and subscribed, you explain things very well, thank you 😊
thank you!
Great video and thank you for the tips!! I’m in Australia so looking forward to trying out atcs finally, always wondered about them but got intimidated 🤣
I have a free mini course on my website that was published a few weeks ago. Might help you get started.
artplace.ca/artist-trading-cards-for-beginners-easy-projects/
Another inspiring video! Thanks.
Thank you Carol and you are very welcome.
I want to see your studio with all of these containers full of goodies! :)
Including the mess too 😆😆😆
Love the display thing for your ATC's! How do you make that?
I made it with folded cardstock and Arc discs from staples. If you are subscribed to my emailed list, you'll see a blog post with a step by step on how to make it in a few weeks. Super inexpensive and totally customizable to hold ATC's, bookmarks, postcards, tags.. anything like that.
Thankyou Gisele, that was very informative,tfs, leanne
Thanks Leanne, glad you enjoyed the video.
I got my ATC sleeves on eBay several years ago.
I also found some at the $ store which were zip lock style.
You probably got trading card game sleeves, they are clear and used to store rare cards
Thank you so much for this video on how to start ATCs, Gisele. I do have a lot of stuff already in because I have recently started to learn to Art journal. You have helped me understand ATCs a lot better. Can I ask, there were a couple of your ATCs you mentioned, and briefly showed, that have a 'glass-like' covering on them. They we chunky and reminded me of glossy accents but on a bigger scale. Can you tell me what that stuff is please? Thank you so much. xxx
Hi Dorothy, thank you for the lovely comment. I've created the glass look using DecoArt Media Crackle glaze, DecoArt Triple Thick (liquid or spray) and DecoArt Media Liquid Glass. I hope this helps?
Gisele Grenier - Yes it does help a lot. Thank you very much. xx.
Thanks, from Denver, Co.
You are very welcome
Great info! Thank you so much.
You are very welcome.
Great to use old playing cards that are well used. Probably would not have to sand.
Old playing cards, no, you probably wouldn't need to sand them. A coat of clear gesso or matte medium will also help things "stick".
Love the ideas!
Thank you!
Great video thanks! This was really helpful for a beginner like me just getting into all this for the first time. But most of all I LOVED that you recommended using recycled stuff (that everyone has lying around the house!) to repurpose and use rather than buying expensive stuff from the shop all the time. I keep loads of recycled stuff close at hand to use for different kinds of crafts too, it's really handy. Glad it will be useful for this too as I really hope to get into making these cards. I've remade so much stuff from recycled junk, it's so satisfying and fun, as well as good for the environment. So I have some questions: I get that jesso (spelling?) is like a primer so that things 'stick' better to the card but what alternatives are there? Is it like modge podge? As I don't think we get jesso here in the UK although I might be wrong? Can you make it yourself at home if there's no craft shops nearby and prefer to recycle/reuse stuff? I know you mentioned you can use any size card but what size do the cards normally have to be like the standard, most common size? Is there a way to prevent the card and paper going soggy after awhile? How do you protect the surface (sorry if you mentioned any of this already I didn't realise). Love you videos, so inspiring, and love the ideas! Thank you (have liked and subscribed) keep up the great work!
Thank you Lisa, glad you enjoyed the video. Here is a link to some Gesso you can buy from Amazon UK : goo.gl/tyKVtR
Hi Giselle. Great video. I have only made a few ATC's as part of a group challenge. It looks like we are going to make it a monthly challenge and will be given partners to swap with. A question I have is, when you are using packaging (eg: cereal box) and prepping the printed side with Gesso, do you need to sand it first for the Gesso to stick or can you just go ahead and put it straight on?
Hi Gail, it would depend on what type of finish is on the packaging. I have found that ones that are more matte, I can paint straight away, keeping in mind that the packaging colour will usually show through the paint. If that's the case, just add a layer of white paint. Now, if the packaging is shinier, err on the side of caution and gesso it with a bit of sanding first. Nothing major, just enough to remove the shine and create some tooth. You can do this with a clean kitchen plastic scrubby pad too. I hope this helps?
PSA: when sanding, never blow dust away as it gets into the air and it's inhaled. Use a wet wipe or kitchen wipe to pickup, vacuum or gently brush into a wastebasket. Wearing a dust mask rated P95 if you are going to do any mass sanding or in a non-well ventilated room.
Inspiring thank you!
Thank you!
Where do you get the little bags to put the atcs in
I found them at DollarRama here in Ontario. You can find them on Amazon as well.
Thank you. What are you using to work on that is brown parchment?
Are you saying liquid glass or liquid gloss?
Liquid Glass
So I have some questions: I get that gesso (spelling?) is like a primer so that things 'stick' better to the card but what alternatives are there? Is it like modge podge? As I don't think we get gesso here in the UK although I might be wrong? Can you make it yourself at home if there's no craft shops nearby as I prefer recycling/reusing stuff? What exact size do the cards normally have to be? Is there a method to prevent the card and paper going soggy after awhile? How do you protect the surface (sorry if you mentioned any of these already I didn't realise). Love you videos so inspiring! :-)
Hi Lisa, Gesso yes is a primer. Modge Podge is a glue and/or a medium for decou-page. there are DIY recipies for Gesso on TH-cam and for your own use, sure, you can experiment. If you are creating art for gifts or to sell, I personally don't recommend diy mediums because the long term results are unpredictable. That's just me. In a pinch, you can use a matte finish style of acrylic paint. If you use a glossy acrylic paint, nothing will stick to it.
Artist Trading Cards are ALWAYS 2.5" x 3.5". Not sure what you mean about the paper going soggy after a while. Do you mean after the art is created? or during the creation process? if you mean after, you can varnish the card. If it's during the creation process, the gesso stops the card from absorbing everything.
I'm not sure if this helps?
Ahhh yeah this has been really helpful thank you! So glad I now know what gesso is lol. I'll look out for it in the shops next time now I know what it is and what to look for. I've got every thing else but no gesso for the craft table so must get some for the collection. Hmm maybe you CAN actually buy it in the shop here in the UK too, I've prob just never seen or noticed it before but now I'll know to look out for it! Ahh yeah you're right! I usually do decoupage (hah that's why I was getting mixed up between gesso and modge podge lol!) and yeah I was referring to the cardboard getting soggy thanks (but now I know that's what the gesso is for!) I see! Okay got it! I've already started cutting some cards out to size so I can try this. Ooo this will be fun and relaxing! Thanks for all your help it's much appreciated :-)
I love your enthusiasm.. keep experimenting and having fun with EVERYTHING! you'll never go wrong as long as it's fun and you take the approach... experimenting is learning, mistakes are learning :)
I just recycled all my boxes and didn't even think about ATCs! :(
Now you know for next time :) I forget sometimes too.
Let's do an atc journal swap!
Hey Carol, I remember the last ATC journal swap we did... that was a ton of fun. We'll do that in November. How's that sound?
Were do you get the little bags or sleeves?
you can get them at Michaels and the Dollar Store.. here in Ontario, Canada, I picked mine up at Dollar Rama. They are a bit larger which holds the thicker ATC's much better.
I am curious, what do you do with the atc cards?
Hi Teresa, they are primarily for trading with other artists. I'm currently hosting a monthly swap with a small group of ladies if you'd like to get more information (no obligation to participate). You can visit ArtPlace.ca and there is a link in the menu for the ATC swap.
Gisele Grenier thanks!
you are very welcome!
can gesso be used for water color painting? or acrylic/watercolor?
Gesso can be used to prime paper/canvas for acrylics, and I've also used gesso as a substitute for white paint. For watercolours, the pigment would sit on top of the gesso layer and not be absorbed into the paper. If you already have gesso, why not take two little card sized pieces, do the same technique and on one card use acrylics and on the other card use watercolours...so you can "see" what it looks like and if you like it.
good idea! thanx! i didn't even think of ATCs in that way. kinda of a catalog of techniques and ideas. I am already trying to come up with ways to use them with my embroidery and lace making, too!
*wheels are turning!*
ok, so I saw an episode of The 100.. an outfit one of the lead characters had on looked like miniature artwork with the edges laced into her jacket, it looked really amazing.
What an informative video. You mentioned you used cheese cloth. How did you incorporate the cheese cloth in the artist card? Did you glue it over the card to add texture?
Thanks, here's a video showing how I did it: th-cam.com/video/rwvvu12YOKI/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for your help!
you are very welcome
Where do you find those little plastic bags?
Also, do ATCs have to be flat? Can they be layered?
how to cut exact sizes, I have problem with this..
use a paper cutter for exact measurements
can you use playing cards?
yes, poker sized cards are 2.5" x 3.5". You'd likely need to sand them a bit so stuff sticks to it. It's a great idea because if you don't have any thick substrates, you can get playing cards at the $ store.
+Gisele Grenier I am trying my first attempt st ATC and doing a swap. I'm really loving it. Thanks for helping me learn as much as I can. I'm using poker cards for my first cards
Did ATCs originally get made from playing cards?
Christine Todd glad you are loving the process !
***** no, they by chance are the same size, the common ones anyways.
Hi what is Tera skin?
It's a paper-like product made from stone
Hi Gisele. In this video you say that you have an ATC Journal video - but I cannot find it anywhere. Am I being really unobservant or has it been removed?
It's on my channel.. the title is a mini coptic journal. Here is the link for you: th-cam.com/video/rGrJATkdSlc/w-d-xo.html
Hope you enjoy it.
We are doing this in art class, actually.
You're making an artist trading card in art class?
Gisele Grenier yeah! We are actually each making 18 Cards, and each one has to do with the elements and stuff of art, like pattern, perspective, form, etc. It took me 2 All nighters to finish mine.
But it was super fun. freshman year, btw.
that is amazing!!!! do you have pictures?
glad you enjoyed it...
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love this tutorial! you explain everything so well! thank you! New subbie here! Come by our channel!
Thank you