Yes, I had so much fun with my layered piece that I decided to do it again on another 12 x 16 canvas. First layer--
This butterfly stencil is actually a wood cutout that I found at Michaels--and they had a wide variety too--a great effect when you spray paint over them. Second layer--
Actually, there's probably a lot of layers here--this is where I play around and try out different techniques, just to experiment to see what works and what doesn't, knowing that it will be all covered up, but noting any color combo or technique that I want to remember. And then one more layer..
I probably could of left it as it was, but at this point, I had a plan, and here's how it ended up--
I've really been enjoying making art like this, because I work on it and then leave it for a day or so, and keep coming back and in the meantime I work on another piece of art completely different than this.......like the one from my new workshop that I'm taking being taught by the very talented Joyce. It's her Fresco Online Workshop. I'm not used to working on this type of surface, but when she breaks it down, it made me wonder what I was so afraid of.....plus it's a great lesson on using watercolors on this type of surface, which I've fallen in love with.
the layers of watercolor seep into the plaster, and when you apply it like this, it's a very forgiving medium to use--it's very relaxing--it's like sketching--you kind of get lost in it
And I love the texture that you end up with too--
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It's an ongoing workshop so you can sign up anytime HERE. I love watching Joyce paint, and how she explains and how she talks---she has a very cool Dutch accent! : )
37 comments:
Love it! All of it!
I really like how you take time to document at least some of the layers you create, if not for us, for yourself. To me, that's a major reason for having a blog.
I'm impressed with your plaster class. If only I didn't have to
DRAW, it might be something I would enjoy. But I just can't get my head around anything that might include my own painting.
These are incredible! I especially love the watercolor piece, it's so soft looking, and I do love birds so much! It's all amazing Diane!
I love seeing how you transform your layers!! and you always find the most interesting classes. Have to go check this one out! When does Survivor start???
Wow Diane, both pieces are wonderful in different ways. Love the layering going on! And your plaster work...wow! I absolutely love the rich color and the way you did your bird. Amazing piece.
oh such WONDERFUL work and looks so FUN as well! i just LOVE how all of it turned out. thanks for sharing the stages, i always love that! xo
diane, i really enjoy seeing the progressive photos of your art pieces...beautiful..
I'm watching each layer and thinking it can't get any better than this. But it does! :) And then I think again, it can't get better than this and it does again. :) Just amazing piece, Diane. And I love what you're doing with fresco, too. :)
I really love "Life is Good"! As a person that is forced to stay at home 98% of the time I really identified with it. When I saw the woman in there she seems content, as I am. I love it.
But then I saw your watercolor and I literally said, "Oh wow!". That is one beautiful painting! Thanks for sharing the link I am going to check it out!
Amazing to see the change from one layer to another- fantastic, dear Diane-
and the bird is so wonderful-Love it.
Hugs,Dorthe
Love seeing the process, and the final piece. Loving the intense blue colors! Thank you for your sweet words on my blog about my Guest Curator post. :-)
Hi Diane...your art is amazing! I love this layer piece a whole lot...a plaster class...hmmm. I really love the piece with the little houses. I'm off to check out Joyce's class. Happy Monday!
Mary
Very beautiful!
I don't know where to begin because I love what you've done with both techniques. Life is Good, is wonderful a great place to live! And I'm really struck by the one you've done in your fresco class, wonderful texture and richness of colour
I love the way you "warm up" by working on your backgrounds. I tend to think I need a plan before I start and I love the way you just go ahead and start and wait for the plan to be revealed.
life is good, indeed
and all the more beautiful
when your art
gets to come out
and play!
love yours,
Jennifer
Layers are so delicious that they seriously make me salivate!
(What can I say? I'm an eccentric creative!)
Gorgeous work - I love it all. The texture and layering effects are just stunning!! My very favorite has to be the Sunflower and Bird...What a beautiful piece. Thank you for sharing these Diane! Happy V-Day!
So very awesome Diane!! I love your blog and your artwork is always so inspiring!
Your pieces are wonderful. I love all the layering.
I really like the bird on the flower, so serene and peaceful.
TFS Lesley
I have been here a coupe times and thinking about courage, the courage to go ahead and keeplayering and not to worry abouat losing great things that are showing. I admire how you do that. wondering if you talk to your self, I know the feeling of having things showing and looking good at a stage and then becoming afraid to move.
Such beautifu work, such an artist you are.
I would love a day with you in your studio! Or, maybe a week to see how all your pieces progress over time! I love these - and that little face on the first piece! ((Deep sigh))
Happy Valentine's Day! xxo
Such beautiful layers! I loved seeing the progression. I just bought one of those wooden butterflies from Michaels too! :) So much fun. Have a wonderful, love-filled Valentine's Day.
Love all creations, specially the last is so colorful and full of life!
Wow, I love how much it changes each time! Brave Lady! Oh no.... I think I'm being pulled toward that class..ahh! Sounds like it's right up my alley! I need to check it out, especially after seeing your gorgeous art from the class!!
Thanks for all your kind comments, I'm WAY behind returning them, but I was laughing hard at you trying to find the mannequin in my Gingko Leaf painting post. If you blow up the photo of my art desk, you can see a TINY artist's mannequin (the one's you can bend to help you draw the human figure) in the upper left-hand corner. It's only like 3" tall. Michele has crazy good eyes apparently! Hope that helps, lol!!
xoEsther
You are amazing when it comes to working layers. And the result is always so beautiful and fun. Glad you are having fun with this class. I adore this sweet bird. You did such a fabulous job. Hope you and yours had a wonderful Valentine's Day!
I love your work Diane and show the different steps is very interesting
Flo
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Hi Diane, Thanks for sharing the work in progress photo's. Both of your pieces are fabulous :o)
Thanks also for the link to Joyce.
I love seeing how you do each layer. Love the end result to.
Oh my gosh, Diane!! Both pieces are just delightful!!
Life is good is so vibrant with those wonderful layered bits peeking out at just the right spots....and what you've done with Joyce's instruction is truly marvelous!
The texture is soooo cool!!
Your work always makes me smile!
Thank you :D
Love the page in its many stages ! Fun, fun, fun !
Hi Diane,
Oh, just love, love the latest piece.
Fabulous!
I know its been a while, gosh I haven't even posted in over one month but i'm still around and had too pop over.
Soo glad I did, you are always an inspiration.
Creative hugs,
Anna
Amazing works!!
Thank you! You're right! It was my birthday present to myself ;) I hope your's was great too, xoxo
Hi Diane,
Just had to pay your blog a visit after you showed us your latest piece of art from Joyce's workshop at Facebook! I LOVE the boxes you make!! I also love your first fresco. Wonderful design and colors!!
wonderful to see your layers and what you do with them.
Also your class piece is wonderful, that bird is quite charming.
Diane, you do me proud, you make gorgeous art always (and in my class ♥) and you are such a wonderful blogger too, thanks so much for linking to me in this post. Week 6 lesson is up now ! xoxo Joyce
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