"Resurrect Thyself" Mixed Media Story Panel

12. Adhere the second photo to the left of the portrait.

13. Adhere three wings to each corner in a fanned pattern. Overlap the wings onto the smaller photograph creating depth (figure H).

14. Tear a small piece of art paper and write a poem using a fountain pen. This poem represents/interprets the "Resurrect Thyself" mixed media story panel (figure I).

15. Adhere the poem onto the board angled on the top right of the panel. Hot glue stones to each corner (figure J).

16. Heat wax in a pot on the stove or hot plate. Brush melted beeswax onto the board and using a heat gun, spread the wax around so that it evenly coats the piece. Let dry.

18. Nail the frame around the outside edges of the board (figure K).

19. Glue the compass to the bottom right extending over the frame (figure L). To create the dragonfly, use copper wire and small pliers to shape a body and wings. Adhere this to the mouth with the glue gun.

20. Brush shellac over the entire mixed media panel including the frame. Let dry thoroughly.

21. Cut a 5-inch circle of nylon tulle and attach it to the nails around the copper circle (figure M).

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