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ACRYLIC
dence of tracing lines using a kneadable eraser or a small point eraser.
Affix the chalk by spraying the plaque lightly with Kry- lon Workable Fixatif. Wait several moments and test an area to ascertain that the chalk is fixed and will not smear. I recommend going over all the chalking with a second coat of white pencil for a brighter, more even look. Repeat the spraying process to affix the chalk.
TRIM
Choose two narrow areas of the routed trim to paint with Lamp (Ebony) Black using a no. 4 round brush. High- light the wider areas of the trim by using a no. 12 filbert to dry-brush the areas with Heritage Brick+Terra Coral (1:1). Strengthen the highlight with Terra Coral.
FINISHING
Use the 2" taklon brush to apply several coats of DecoArt Americana Soft Touch Varnish, allowing sufficient drying time between coats.
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artist’s sketch
Judy Westegaard-Jenkins cda has worked
professionally as an artist, art director, li-
censed designer for the craft and gift industry,
and as a company spokesperson and educa-
tor in the arts. Her work has been published
in numerous magazines. With over 25 books
and videos to her credit, she offers a variety
of painting pattern packets. Judy’s artwork, especially her holiday designs, can be found in many private collections as well as in the National Museum of Decorative Painting, the Society of Decora- tive Painters’ Permanent Collection, the Library of Congress, the White House, the Smithsonian Institute and in several presidential libraries. She received the CDA designation in 1983. Her newest book “Chalk It Up!” features chalking techniques for lettering and decorative painting. Judy's most recent work is a mix of painting, chalk techniques, unusual background textures, embellishment and a variety of other experimentation. Her work is strongly influenced by nature, anything vintage, antique or repurposed. Her designs can be found at www.judithwestegaarddesigns.com, or you may contact her at jkwestegaard@aol.com.