By Victoria Mistral
Scrapbooking is not just considered a hobby, but a form of art. You can put all the talent and skills you have while having fun. However, for anyone new in putting together scrapbooking page layouts, it can be quite difficult to figure out where to begin. To get started, it's helpful to know certain elements involved in this art. Such elements include the theme, title page, photos, papers, embellishments, and journaling. Don't forget about the other materials like glue, a pair of scissors, rulers, and markers.
To have a very creative and attractive work, you have to think of a theme of your own. This should be unique and original. The theme should express your personality and the main topic of your scrapbook. It should also be connected to the rest of the elements mentioned earlier. The theme is the soul of your work, so make sure to think of the best.
Now, it's time to talk about the photos to be used in your layout. The more photos you have, the better. Usually, each page consists of one or more photos. There should be something that ties the pictures together in a meaningful way. A picture paints a thousand words, so by merely putting pictures, you can convey a story.
The kind of paper you will use should be next in line. You can use card boards and illustrations boards to support the whole structure of your scrapbook. Try using colors that compliment one another. You can also have your own color scheme or palette. The texture of the paper is also very essential. Accent and background papers can be used to make borders for the layout and mats for the photos.
In addition to these, accent papers can also be used to create a nice title page. You can use stickers, or even your own handwriting to make the title page more personalized. The title summarizes and supports the entire theme of your artwork.
Embellishments include stickers, stamps, sequins, colored dusts, tags, clips, eyelets, and other details. You can add as many as you want at any page layout. The design will depend upon your taste..
Although the title and photos tells the story of your work, you may want to add additional text that will expand whatever your photos convey. This is called journaling. Journaling can be handwritten or typed. You can place the text on the center or on the side of each photo.
With these basic tips, you can now start working on your very own artwork called a scrapbook!
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