The PaperArtsy Alison Bomber PS501 is not simply a pattern stencil — it brings a sense of presence into a composition. Its 5 female silhouettes have an abstract, almost poetic quality that can add shape, movement and story to a page without needing a lot of detail. It is the kind of tool that can completely change the mood of a project with just one application.
It works beautifully in art journals, mixed media pages, collage, canvas, tags and scrapbook layouts, especially when you want to build something more atmospheric, more narrative and more human. The figures can sit at the centre of a composition as focal elements, or appear more softly in the background like shadows, memories or quiet forms emerging through the layers.
Its large 16 × 24 cm size gives you plenty of room to work on bigger surfaces, while individual figures can also be used easily in smaller projects. It is suitable for paints, sprays, Grunge Paste, texture paste, pastels, pens and chalks, and its durable mylar construction makes it easy to clean and strong enough for repeated creative use. It is a stencil that speaks especially well to makers who love visual storytelling and projects with a more personal mood.
👉 Features:
- Large stencil designed by Alison Bomber
- Includes 5 abstract female silhouettes
- Ideal for focal compositions, storytelling pages and layered backgrounds
- Suitable for paints, sprays, pastes, pens, pastels and chalks
- Works on paper, canvas, chipboard and other mixed media surfaces
- Durable material for repeated use
Size:
👍 Ideal for:
- Art journals and mixed media pages
- Collage and storytelling compositions
- Scrapbooking layouts with human figure elements
- Canvas and decorative mixed media work
- Tags, cards and smaller-format projects with focal imagery
✨ Inspiration Tip:
Try it over aged backgrounds with sprays, collage and handwriting so the figures feel as though they are emerging from the page. It is perfect for projects that need atmosphere, feeling and a more personal narrative.
