Create visual impact by pairing a full-bleed photo with a coordinating collage of images. A shadowed title adds depth and dimension to the feature photo, while subtle edge shading guides the eye toward the center of the spread, allowing both the title and photos to take center stage. The result is a balanced design that highlights both the big picture and the memorable details.
Inspired by fancy, non‑traditional stamps, this Bright Idea features a uniquely perforated design divided into four uneven quadrants for photos and art, finished with a classic postmark showing the city and date it was sent.
For this Start2Finish, I’m creating a layout called Eclipse - and this time, the design does the storytelling. We weren’t in the path of totality, and I didn’t have dramatic sky photos. Instead of wishing for more, I leaned into what I did have and let intentional design carry the experience. This layout is about using symbolism, typography, and journaling to turn limited photos into a powerful story.
Sometimes a small design detail can make a big impact. In this Bright Idea, we’ll use the Grid Cutter and Mask effects to transform simple banners into a flowing wave-shaped decorative element. This technique adds movement, texture, and visual interest—perfect for guiding the eye across your page while creating a fun, polished design.
This border design adds instant personality and movement to your pages. This technique turns a simple vertical border into a bold design feature by cutting your title directly into the edge and tilting each letter for playful visual interest. Perfect for highlighting locations, events, or themes, this border creates a strong focal point while still leaving plenty of room for photos and journaling. It’s a great way to add depth, direction, and a custom look—using just one vertical photo and a chunky font—while keeping your layout clean and intentional.
This tip explores the option to fill a shape using copy and paste.
Discover the creative possibilities of using a photograph as a blend layer versus applying a blend layer to a photograph in Artisan 6.
Whether you're working on a fall layout, an apple-picking adventure, a cozy kitchen memory, or even a playful classroom page, the techniques in this Start2Finish video will help you create a design that feels fresh, seasonal, and entirely custom. You’ll see just how simple it is to transform built-in Artisan shapes into unique elements that bring your autumn photos to life. Let’s jump in and create something sweet—from start to finish!
This Video Tidbit introduces a fun and simple way to create a dynamic circular layout using photos and papers. With a few smart cuts and layered elements, scrapbook pages gain depth and personality in just a few steps.
This creative technique uses shape editing to transform a panoramic image into a striking work of art. By isolating your subject with precise shape cuts, you can keep the focal point in full, vibrant color while converting the surrounding area into a soft black-and-white border. The result is a dramatic contrast that instantly draws the eye to the most important part of your photo. Perfect for landscapes, cityscapes, or group shots, this method adds a professional, gallery-worthy touch to your scrapbook pages while letting your main subject shine.
This Start2Finish video tutorial showcases how I created an opening double-page spread for my 2019 Mediterranean trip travel. The techniques shown offer a fun and flexible way to set the stage for your memories.
Create a beautifully crafted "String of Beads" design, featuring various shapes and effects that create a visually appealing and intricate pattern.
Play with shapes, filters and a splash of color to turn simple letters into something that looks like ice cream cones—drippy, sweet, and full of personality.
Learn how to create a shape that has several layers that make it look like it pops off the page. Each outline sits just above the one inside it, giving it a 3D effect.
Looking for a fresh way to showcase your photos and story? This bright idea puts a creative spin on your page using a circular grid design! With the help of the Grid Cutter and shape editing tools, you’ll transform a simple shape into a dynamic focal point that adds movement and modern flair.
This advanced shape editing tool has been a mystery until now. Learn what the smoothing handles do and use that knowledge to perfect the curvature of your shapes.
Learn how you can add color to the transparent areas of an element using the New canvas tool in the Embedded image mode.
Create this fun destination page using circle and triangle shapes, lines and the Sphereize filter.
A guide on using ruler tabs in shape editing mode to achieve precise alignment and positioning of figures within a shape.
Jazz up your photo holders and create sliced photos framed with text for a page that looks straight from the magazines.