Mixed media is an expressive art form that blends a variety of materials and artistic techniques into one cohesive piece. By combining two or more mediums—such as paint, clay, collage, fabric, or found objects—artists create layered, textured works that are visually dynamic and often unexpected. Mixed media encourages experimentation and creativity, allowing traditional supplies to coexist with unconventional materials like recyclables, feathers, beads, coffee filters, pipe cleaners, pom poms, straws, and textured paints. This approach broadens artistic possibilities and challenges artists to explore different methods of manipulation, construction, and design, resulting in unique works rich in depth, imagination, and individuality.