Scrapbook Design & Storytelling: Beyond the Basics
Jen Gallacher
Class Preview
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- In-depth Instruction; over 126 mins
- On-demand video access anytime
- Bonus downloadable PDF resources
- Access to class Q&A
Capturing Voice
19:17
Meet Jen Gallacher and preview the designer storytelling techniques you'll learn in this class. As you build your first page, play with imagery, colors and patterns that capture the voice or theme of the page. Plus, see how to freshen up your pages using the same layout sketch!
Playing Up Personality
18:00
Play up personality in your layouts with Jen's tips and tricks! Learn how to build layers of pattern and embellishment to convey the character and spirit of your subject. In addition, you'll discover innovative ways to add dimension to your page.
Celebrating the Past
18:47
Expand your repertoire by telling a story from a past era. Learn quick and easy techniques for giving items an aged, vintage look, then get expert advice on working with treasured family photos. Plus, see how to make your layout really shine with lovely fussy cut designs!
Showing Multiple Perspectives
16:28
Want to tell a story that has multiple perspectives? Jen demonstrates how to use similar layouts to illustrate different points of view. Gain insight into designing a page around perspective, and get inspired to tell your stories with a creative spin!
Sharing Memorabilia
16:50
Learn how to create designs that feature special memorabilia from your life. Work along with Jen as she builds a layout with striking clusters of brightly colored pockets and envelopes. You'll get tips on how to subtly hide private elements within the page -- or draw attention to others.
Focusing on Journaling
19:14
When you're light on pictures, practice making an engaging layout that focuses on journaling. See how to embellish a page with layers of eye-catching patterned paper strips. Then, dress up your design even more using stickers, stamps and Jen's creative approach to journaling!
Focusing on Photos
17:14
Gain confidence creating layouts with multiple photos! You'll get in-depth instruction on how to select and arrange main and supporting photos without overwhelming the page. In addition, discover how to achieve unique shapes and designs by making custom -- and cost-effective -- templates.
Give your story the compelling pages it deserves with step-by-step guidance from scrapbooking expert Jen Gallacher! Start by capturing the voice of your page with imagery, color and pattern, and find out how to use the same layout sketch to enliven any page. Then, play up the personality of your subjects, capture the past by giving your materials a vintage look, and highlight your most cherished memorabilia. Plus, learn how to create alluring pages, whether you’re running low on photos or have too many to choose from! Discover a new approach to storytelling today and make pages you and your loved ones will enjoy for years to come.
Jen Gallacher
Jen Gallacher has worked in the paper crafting industry for more than 17 years. She serves as the marketing coordinator for Echo Park and Carta Bella Paper. This position allows her to teach, design, develop exciting new products and so much more. Her paper crafts have been published more than 100 times and you can find Jen's latest projects on her self-titled blog.
Bonus materials available after purchase