Wondering how to creatively utilize multiple copies of the same photograph? First, make a few more copies, then create a fabulous photo kaleidoscope, as scrapbooking expert Rebecca Ludens did. Materials: 4 copies of photo
4 reversed copies of same photo
Kaleidoscope template
Swivel Knife
Cutting Pad
Scissors
Repositionable adhesive
Dry-erase marker
Background paper
- To begin, make four copies of the photograph, then make four more that are reversed. Doing this will create a uniform pattern where the photos meet.
- Ludens uses a kaleidoscope template and swivel knife to easily cut the copied photos into specific shapes. To ensure that each photo is cut in exactly the same position, place the template over the photo and find three points of visual reference.
- Make small marks on the template's surface on the three points of reference using a dry-erase marker (figure A).
- Use the swivel knife to cut the photo shape (figure B). Use scissors to cut any points that weren't cut by the swivel knife.
- Reposition the template over the remaining photos, aligning the marks with the same points of reference before cutting. Repeat technique until all photographs have been cropped.
- Arrange and adhere photographs to create a kaleidoscope pattern.
Die-cuts/templates provided by Ellison Craft & Design. For more information about Ellison, see Resources.
RESOURCES :
Die-Cuts and Templates (Ellison Craft & Design)
Cropping and cutting system are not available
Ellison
Website: www.ellison.com
Memory Makers Photo Kaleidoscopes: Creating Dramatic Photo Art On Your Scrapbook Pages
Creative Photo Cropping for Scrapbooks: Steps for Turning Your Photos into Works of Art
Author: The Editor of Memory Makers Magazine
North Light Books (F & W Publications)
Website: www.fwpublications.com
GUESTS :
Rebecca Ludens
About.com Scrapbooking Guide
Website: scrapbooking.about.com
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