So last week I was bottled up, and this week I'm boxed in--but in a good way : )
And in Joyce's Fresco Workshop, our last lesson was learning to work on plaster of paris. Joyce wanted us to apply the plaster on wood but on only on part of it--for a real mixed media piece--
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....my girl is on the plaster--
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Plaster of paris is a lot different to work on then modeling or molding paste, or even the pre-mixed filler plaster. It's almost chalk-like--I developed a love/hate relationship with it. You really can't use watercolor pencils on it because it chips the plaster away, but when you use regular watercolors--Oh!!--Love it! The color just seeps into the plaster wonderfully. I've been learning a lot about watercolors too--I'm really liking them!
And my peacock was on the bare wood--
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I've never painted a peacock before, so I had no idea what I was doing, but that's what is so nice about this type of art. Nothing has to be or should be perfect. And the peacock and background were done in true mixed media style--acrylics, graphite, and those wonderful Prismacolor nupastels. If you've never worked with chalk pastels before, I recommend these. I like them better than the pan pastels or even the conte crayons--so easy to work with--and the way the colors go down--WONDERFUL!!
This is what I love about mixed media--it's impossible to get bored--sooooo many possibilities.
But I'm going to take a little time off today and enjoy this most excellent weather we've been having. I don't remember the last time we've had a full week of sun and 70 degree weather in March!! And I know that in a week there could be snow on the ground. So Lenny (my turtle) and I are going to go outside today and enjoy this wonderful sunshine!
Diane-this piece with the peacock is just fabulous--I love the way the flowers in the background look!!
ReplyDeleteYou are so talented no matter what medium you use. I love everything you do!!!
ReplyDeleteOh my you painted a fabulous peacock and a lovely lady. And I always always love your boxes.
ReplyDeleteOh wow these are all wonderful projects. Inspiring as ever. Annette x
ReplyDeleteGorgeous works of Art Diane! The mixed media pieces are gorgeous and I love how you incorporated the glass. I LOVE your lady with the peacock. I am a HUGE adorer of the peacock and have a little collection of various peacock items. They are such a mysterious and beautiful bird. You made yours lovely!
ReplyDeleteI think you deserve a day to enjoy the sunshine....you've been working so hard!!
ReplyDeleteThat peacock is gorgeous...and I just love the floral background, too!
The way you blend colors and elements together is just amzing :)
You are going to have a nice full booth (and hopefully full pockets, too) for your show...heehee :D
Beauiful blue on the peacock and I like the clear glass knobs, too. I'm not sure I have seen you use clear before and it looks really pretty.
ReplyDeleteYou and Leny have fun today and soak up some vitamin D after the long grey winter!!
You excel at every medium Diane! Your box is wonderful, the lady and the peacock are awesome!
ReplyDeleteIt has been so beautiful here though the allergy crap kind of started today along with the lilac leave bursting their buds a little.
ReplyDeleteLove the bottle and the box, especially that it is all in a good way ! But that peacock is my favorite. Such rich color !
Take good care of you !
I love the peacock! It looks beautiful! Have a great day enjoying your nice weather:)
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OH! I LOVE this girl! I think she's my new favorite....her face is just fabulous!!! Wonderful!
ReplyDeleteDiane, Your work astounds me. The peacock and the lady . . . and "Oh my" . . .on plaster. What next? Your boxes are so unique . . . your mind must be so full of ideas, that it never rests. You certainly have a double portion of talent. Thank you for sharing, Connie
ReplyDeleteDid you get that sun fix? It has been so warm and now some much needed rain.
ReplyDeleteThe face has a new beautifu look, such good expression and carefree hair. I envy that hair painting.
YOu will be so excited to sell those boxes they will be gone quickly. People can't refuse a pretty box.
Painting on plaster...sounds like a lot of fun! Beautiful piece! Love the box, too! Have fun in the sun...we've still got snow! Crazy weather this spring.
ReplyDeleteHow beautiful! Can't believe you never painted a peacock before this. It looks fabulous.
ReplyDeleteGlad I was able to stop by for a visit
Maggie
Wow Diane!! Your work gets better and better. Beautiful, just beautiful. Thx for stopping by my PPF and the nice comment. How come you don't give workshops. You'd be really good at it. Make some bucks. tee hee. take care.
ReplyDeleteWow, you have been busy! Gorgeous projects, Diane. The peacock and the lady are awesome! Love your boxes.
ReplyDeleteHappy Spring!
Gaby
WOW!!! You never cease to amaze me with your spectacular creations, Diane. Beautiful work!
ReplyDeletesuch beautiful boxes you create and just love the peacock piece, such interesting mix of textures and techniques. Vibrant
ReplyDeleteYou did a great job on the peacock. :) It's my favorite bird. And I agree with you about the perfection. It's what's stops the creative flow so you need to let it go and this art style is perfect for it. :) Great box, too!
ReplyDeleteI am waiting to see your BIG canvas because you could SO do it and it would be awesome!
ReplyDeletewonderful to see and hear about your piece. I was so curious about this course. Looks like you are having a grand time.
ReplyDeleteI really love the boxes you make - and your painting is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteLove the peacock!!! Ive never worked on plaster but Im dying to try, painting turned out wonderful!!!! Have a great week:O)
ReplyDeleteAnother brilliant source of inspiration! I LOVE LOVE LOVE your peacock - and have never tried those pastels. Thank you for sharing as I will get them and give them a go, xoxo
ReplyDeleteDiane, she turned out BEAUTIFULLY !!!!!!!!! I also LOOOOVE the peacock, your work turned out amazing ! I am so glad you do love the plaster of Paris somehow, but of course you can always use the other plaster kind in future. Have you done a journal page yet ? Curious xoxoxoxoxo ♥♥♥
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