This is some of the blurb: "Introducing the new Strathmore steel blue mixed media pads. This beautiful mid-toned paper is designed specifically for use with light and dark media. The paper is manufactured to withstand both dry and wet media like watercolor, gouache and acrylic."
Video - Toned Blue Mixed Media Demo with Artist Minnie Small
Using Just 8 Colours by Bob Davies
Pam has been playing around with this palette, so if she thinks it worthy of attention, it must have value. From reading the list, it looks like it is working the warm/cool hues.
Ultramarine Blue
Pthalo Blue (Green Shade) or Prussian Blue or Monestial Blue
Cadmium Red or Vermillion or Scarlet Lake
Permanent Rose or Alizarin Crimson or Quinacridone Rose
Cadmium Yellow or New Gamboge
Lemon Yellow or Cadmium Yellow Light
Burnt Umber or Burnt Sienna
Yellow Ochre or Raw Sienna
This is the link to the post: Achieve amazing watercolour paintings using just 8 colours.
Everyday Objects Perfect for Mixed Media Artists
This article is right up my alley. I am always on the lookout for mark making objects and here are some good ideas. There is a book promo for more info, but the article has enough examples to stir the adventurer in you.
Common Tools and Found Objects for Mixed Media Art