That's how I view furniture when I paint it. And I haven't painted on any at all this summer, but my next show is definitely a painted furniture buying crowd, so I knew that I had to do a few pieces. So this is my first "canvas"--
I purchased this piece (minus the checkerboard--I forgot to take the photo before I added that on) from the furniture maker at the Columbus wholesale show. His prices are extremely reasonable, and I really like his style of furniture--a rustic folk art look, which is perfect for next week's show. So all I decided to do was the top and just leave the rest as is.
I just used my papers for collage, and also my pitt pens, and non soluble crayons this time (I love the vibrancy of the Caran d'Ache crayons), and a little bit of paint for accenting--just like any other canvas. As long as you seal it well, and take care of it, it will remain durable.
And for everyone in the U.S.--have a great holiday weekend. Monday is Labor day, which marks the unofficial end to summer. I have to admit--this is hasn't been the greatest summer for my family (not my immediate family, thankfully), but what happens in a family affects everyone--needless to say, it's been pretty crappy, and, on a personal note, I for one would not want to go through another summer like this one. Hopefully Fall will bring better times!
This piece looks just great!!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing another beautiful work of art,
ReplyDeleteDiane. You find the most beautiful art papers! I am sorry that the summer was not all that it could have been for your family...here's hoping that the new season will bring a sense of renewal and hope. Theresa
this is beautiful,diane....good luck ...
ReplyDeleteBeautiful ... You are such a creative soul .
ReplyDeletehugs,
Jackie
I was thinking of you a bit ago, that is a great piece of furniture, your making it even more fine. Ihardly ever say I love the colors because I just don't say that much, but that blue and green is so eye catcing and the designs are wonderful. In fact you know I look at quite a bit of art and I have to say about the color thing, I like them all, but I do know I am caught by blues and green always.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear your summer has had downs,no time is a good time for things that are supsetting.
Wishing you calm. I always love ordinary days.
Beautiful work, that will surely sell quickly. Sorry about your Summer, hope you have a wonderful Fall.
ReplyDeleteWonderful work Diane, I love that you just get stuck in and paint anything around you ;)
ReplyDeleteI love it! Sorry to hear about your familly's trouble. Wish you all the luck.
ReplyDeleteI love the title of the post! Your painting of the lady in the previous one is magnificent Diane, I do love your girls, they have such soul.
ReplyDeleteWoow beautiful!!!
ReplyDeleteWOW....you are amazing, Diane! You have a excellent eye for design.
ReplyDeleteI hope autumn brings better times for your family also.
Love it Diane! Hope your fall is better for you and yours...can you believe it's September? Which show are you participating in next?
ReplyDeleteLove this! It's delightful!
ReplyDeleteIt took me awhile to figure out the gist of the top. I finally saw where you used the checkerboard. I'm having a real DUH moment, especially since I've been fighting with my computer for the past three hours.
ReplyDeleteI really love the color palette you chose for this piece, as well as the design. You know how much I love houses, so this one was right up my alley (or driveway). I'm sure it will sell quickly.
I like the way you placed your items over the checkerboard. This makes the design really stand out. The dresser looks heavy, lots of loading in but hopefully not out of the show!
ReplyDeleteYes. All families go through times of trouble. I always say that I can take anything, as long as there is a space in-between each crisis.
Happy fall.
I'm sorry to hear that this summer wasnt good for you and your family. I hope things will get better. I love this piece.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful "canvas," Diane! I can't imagine that it will stay in your booth for long. Sorry to hear about your not-so-good summer; here's wishing you and your family a much more peaceful season ahead.
ReplyDeleteDiane this is lovely! I always enjoy seeing your creations!
ReplyDeleteI hope the fall brings you and your family better days!
Hugs,
Cathy :)
Love this piece!! Awesome I also hope Fall is better summers have been a lil ugh the past year. Enjoy the day:O)
ReplyDeleteHi Diane! Thanks so much for stopping by my blog and entering my giveaway. I'm so glad you did because now I have found your blog, and it's wonderful! I've become a follower and can't wait to come back and look through some of your older posts! Thanks again for your sweet comments and finding my blog!
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome piece, Diane! Gorgeous work! I'm sure it won't take long for this beautiful piece to find a new home! Happy Weekend! Hugs, Terri xoxo
ReplyDeleteWOWZA!!! What a fantastic piece of artwork. I love it!!
ReplyDeleteDiane, that piece is wonderful! I love how you do your layering- I aspire to be as good as you are, someday...
ReplyDeleteGood luck at the show and I hope too, that this fall brings your family peace and joy too. xo
Diane; You have taken an ordinary piece of furniture and made it into a masterpiece! WOW! I love it! I wish I had your eye for things, you are very talented!
ReplyDeleteI hope you will have a wonderful fall and winter. SOrry your summer was not a great one! THinking about you and praying for you and your family. Hugs.
Outstanding! Love your style....
ReplyDeleteHi Diane... came upon your blog by accident... I think not !!!! you do some amazing art. And thank you for being so generoua and sharing tip of your talents. Love love this piece as well as all the others. I will be coming back for more inspiration. But now I'm off to try your packing label technique, AWESOME !
ReplyDeleteThis piece is gorgeous! Love the colors you have used. They go so well with the black base of the piece. Good luck at your show!
ReplyDeleteoh diane, this is so coolll and so BEAUTIFUL...someone will be so thrilled to own this and look at it each and every day...never tiring of your work..love it love it! xoxo
ReplyDeletenot the best summer for me either, although I am not ready to see the weather change. Love black distressed furniture and you made it gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI love this piece!!! It ia amazing.
ReplyDeleteI wish you and your family a wonderful rest of the year.
This piece is wonderful! I love doing furniture too....How fun!
ReplyDeleteAnother great piece Diane! I hope things start looking up for your family.
ReplyDeleteMary
This piece turned out fantastic Diane! I think it will sell fairly quickly at the next sale.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely gorgeous! I am so intimidated anytime I think about painting furniture...your confidence and perception of it as a 'canvas' may help ward off those neggies!
ReplyDeleteI'd line up to buy this one!
Diane, this summer has been a challenge on my end as well. Let's put the intention out there that this fall will be great!
ReplyDeleteAnd thank YOU for being just simply inspirational....in so many ways.
Diane;
ReplyDeleteIt's me (Kelly) again. Thanks so much for commenting on my blog... I am so glad you like my journal pages. Hugs to you.
I am sorry to hear that your summer has been challening! I wish you a much better Autumn and winter too.
ReplyDeleteYour furniture is so charming!
Love it Diane! Best wishes to you for a successful show. :)
ReplyDelete♥Jenny
ps: wishing you happier times in the coming months. ♥
ReplyDeleteHi Diane- Gosh I love your new layout!So easy to navigate and see your artwork in catagories its great! I missed your wonderful last painting I love the girl with the black hair with roses entwined The design is awesome-I can see a line of cool tee shirts for young adults with your designs I admit at 48 I still love to wear neat tee shirts- The seashell box is such a great idea for someone that vacations every summer they could keep little momentos in one.I totally agree with you I had a terrible summer and so looking forward to fall and being in my studio and just enjoy painting. Sincerely, Jonny
ReplyDeleteDiane, I love your work, it is so ethereal. You have inpsire d me to sign up for a Suzi Blu class..So many artists have worked with her and after reading that you had also, i signed up!I need to work through my quest to" create beautiful art" thingy...sorry you had a tough summer, had one of those last summer and i understand th e need to move forward...keep smiling and be brave, thigns will get better!
ReplyDeleteWow, it looks fantastic:))
ReplyDeleteBravo Diane:)
Hugs, Biljana
so many wonderful projects! i enjoyed my visit to your blog!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun whimsical piece! Some lucky soul will snatch that up for sure!
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