Using PanPastels to create an art journal page background_

Hi Guys!! just thought I'd share a quick technique with you for the basis of mixed media art journal pages using PanPastels-  if youve never used them they're so versatile-  and can replace inks in  scrapbooking, as well as for their obvious fine art applications.Ive coloured photos with them as well!!
So..
Step 1: apply a light application of a few colours using the Softtools....(some toolsbcome with the pans)

Step 2: take a wet paintbrush and wipe it across your PanPastel... paint a design onto your page..then, do it again with different colours...

Ok..so NOT the Mona Lisa- but you can see where I'm headed right??

Step 3: Squirt your page with a water spray- so this lots!! The, tip your page so the colours run,or for a more dramatic result, blow on it directionally  with a straw in your mouth .

Can you see how the colours start to run, and the pigment breaks up on the page creating depth and texture??

Step 4: Using your Softtools, dab dry PanPastels back onto the wet page, the colour will pool ..its an awesome effect!!

So...heres' what the page is looking like now... I think it needs spraying again to make those pools run, then letting dry, and doing the whole process all over again!! Remember Mixed Media is about layers- the more the better. Follow this with some imagery, some text...maybe some more PanPastels brushed acroos the page..and youve got yourself a great technique for starting any Mixed Media piece!!!
Dont forget to visit PanPastels on Facebook- theyre running a great competition to win some PanPastels for yourself!!!
More soon....Happy Creating!!!
Debxxoo