The past few months, I have found myself starting with the photo cluster. I build it first, adding small details before I move to the rest of the layout. This is a shift in thinking from me...moving small to big was not my usual approach. I think it is helping me be more creative and free when I am making a page.
Here is an example of what goes on in my head...
For this layout, I started with one small picture. I was afraid it wouldn't be able to stand alone, but the bold red in the background helps with that. I figured out this cluster first and it was feeling right! (Yeah, don't look at my mess either. I am like a tornado when I am making stuff!)
Here is what I ended up with:
I love the whole 1/3 vs. 2/3 ratio when making a background mat on my layouts. I usually have the small (1/3) portion along the top but for this layout, I flip flopped. I love how the black and very bold pattern offsets my red photo.
I added details and some journaling...done! And done quickly, I might add. All because I got off to a good start!
So...give the details. What is your starting point?
9 comments:
My starting point is usually pictures and product. I love the photo cluster approach. I will have to give it a try. Wow...inspired to go scrapbook a page...Thanks.
Mine is the photo{s}! I love love love love your lo... just amazing! :):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):)
My starting point is usually the paper, then the pictures and then laying it out. It hasn't been working so great for me so maybe I should follow your lead .. the picture first.
Love ALL your work!
(from your CHA Summer Stalker) LOL
Rhonda
I love that number paper! Super cute layout!! I start with my photo's and go from there. ✿
Love your layout Stacey! And the paper too...mine just came in the mail. yay! I usually start with pictures...then the paper follows...then the doo dads. :)
Love this insight to your process! I usually start with a general "vision" of how I want it to look, and go from there--I usually pull product I want to use first, then start cutting and see what happens!
I love your layout! I will have to give the cluster approach a try on my layout. Thank for inspiration. I also give you an award of stylish blogger. check out on my blog.
I love this Stacey! Great use of white space and embellies.
Great layout Stacey...you certainly have inspired me.
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