That's what I do when I want to change things up a bit. I usually work on the gallery canvases with the deep sides, and when I want to go a bit more dimensional, I just flip it over to make a shadowbox. In this case, it's a wood cradle board-but the same thing. So it started out like this--
I love these little wood houses that I found on Etsy. The one on the left is from Indiandollartworks. Her main thing there are her art dolls, which are awesome! Right now she's not offering the houses--hopefully soon though. And the ones on the right I just discovered over at ClickityClack where they have a number of unfinished wood items. So here's how it ended up after I was finished with it--
I just got out my papers and images of my art and all those crazy little embellishments and had some fun!
And continuing on with my Fresco Workshop- -this time Joyce had us make a box, which you know how much I enjoy making these--so that's what I did!
I just love how you tranform ordinary wood into this magical bundle of colors and fun. :) Love it!
ReplyDeleteReally so amazing. Love the color, texture, and the charms.
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Abracadabra Diane works her magic again, fabulous xxx
ReplyDeleteim loving these!!!! love the box!!:O) Im trying to leave a comment again the first one would not let me:(
ReplyDeleteI have flipped the canvas around but what you have done with it is fantastic! Love it all and your latest box!
ReplyDeleteAs always...I love it! I really like your colors and ideas!
ReplyDeleteYour FLIP is flippin amazing Diane! It boggles my mind how you create these all with so much detail, and most of all, they scream happiness...that is great!
ReplyDeletediane-you never cease to amaze me with your wonderful creations!
ReplyDeletewow..I am blown away by your color and creativity..
ReplyDeleteA real little theatre dear Diane, ..the little house in the woods :-)
ReplyDeleteSo sweet with all your embellishments, and so full of life.
Wonderful box, also .
Hugs ,Dorthe
What a fun project, especially the flowers on the spools and the beads look kind of like rain falling. Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous piece, I love it x
ReplyDeleteyour little town is so darn happy! Love what you did here and that box, it's wonderful.
ReplyDeletei looooooooooove how you've decorated your home!!!!!
ReplyDeletedelightful, diane!! xox
I'm super impressed with the way you flip houses. OOPS, I mean the way you flip the canvas to hold the houses. Love this one. I am especially fond of the spool trees.
ReplyDeleteGoodness Gracious Alive! Diane, I Love The Magic You Create! My Niece Is Here Visiting (precious 13 year old) And Commented On How Much This Piece Would Be Perfect For Her Room. I Still Think Flipping The Side Of The Canvas To Use As A Shadow Box Remains One Of Your Best Inventions. Amazing! And Hey ~ This Newest Box Is Sensational! I Hope You Can Easily See I Love Everything You Do! Have A Beautiful Week! Love & Sunshine, Terri
ReplyDeleteOh oh oh...I am LOVING that box and also the shadow box. Your use of color is just fantastic!!!! :) Both of these made me smile big time, Diane!
ReplyDeleteMy favorite so far!! I love the little houses and the dangles hanging down. Beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI stumbled upon your blog. I love what you did with the canvas. Your piece turned out fantastic!
ReplyDeletehow clever..looks great
ReplyDeleteamazing transformation
ReplyDelete....such beauty
you create!
-Jennifer
This is awesome, you have such great vision!
ReplyDeleteSuch a happy little neighborhood you created in that box! You just know how to put stuff together so well!
ReplyDeleteAnd your boxes are always to die for....the moon is a favorite!
Hi Diane! I love what you did with the houses! Wow! I have 3 very similar to those. My friend Linda's husband does some woodworking and cut some out for us! If I could just get over that "I'll mess it up" syndrome maybe I'll make something! You have inspired me!
ReplyDeletehow cute, awesome idea. i saw an artist on oregon art beat recently that does her painting on the front of the canvas then turns it over and collages on the back. the galley displayed her work by hanging from a wire that spanned across the studio so everyone could see both sides.
ReplyDeleteSuper cute and amazing! Always!!
ReplyDeleteSo many details...it's wonderful Diane!!
ReplyDeleteMe again! :) I left an award for you on my blog. Check it out! :) cting
ReplyDeleteI was getting desperate to find shadow boxes on Etsy...and they were so doggone expensive...so I too, thought...Why not flip a canvas over and use the backside? Perfect! I love what you are making! And I have about 100 smaller spools, similar to the larger ones you have...I love what you are doing with yours! And your vibrant colors are 'over the moon'!~
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your lovely artistic talents!
Teresa in California
And congratulations for being highlighted in Stampington publications!