Friday, July 29, 2011

Building Backgrounds


I'm planning to keep adding layers and textures...
colors, oil pastels, charcoal...?
A great way to use up all those little scraps that accumulate...
or junk mail with interesting designs and images that you can't make yourself toss...
I may just copy and use for pieces in future art...
or Not?






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28 comments:

  1. Valerie-JaelJuly 29, 2011 at 6:34 AM

    Good idea, I love layering, too, always have *hidden* things in my work, and it's good to use everything you can find! Valerie

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  2. SHERI COOKJuly 29, 2011 at 7:10 AM

    Ohhhh I do so wish I could watch this tecnique come to life! I really like what you have here! HAPPY PPF!

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  3. carol l mckennaJuly 29, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    Wow! Love this style ~ Happy PPF ~ Carol ^_^

    Over from PaintParty Friday and here are my blogs ~ Come visit?
    http://www.artmusedogsharethecreativejourney.com/
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  4. UnknownJuly 29, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    I love seeing how you work- so fascinating! Will you continue to share the evolution of this work?
    I for one, would love to see it!
    PPF Hugs,
    Stephanie

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  5. FayeJuly 29, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    What grand colors you've gotten so far! I save all those little bits and pieces too but I don't know how to organize them so I can find them easily. (Would you like some junk mail? I have loads to spare! LOL!)

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  6. EVAJuly 29, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    Intriguing so far! Looking forward to seeing more.

    Lovely shades.

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  7. Virtual BoyJuly 29, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    I say leave it as is, I love the current grungy look! Or, like you said, take a copy and keep on working until you're satisfied... ^-^
    Either way, awesome work!

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  8. GlorV1July 29, 2011 at 11:12 AM

    It's a great idea using the junk mail. I've been watching for that too. I like the layers. Happy PPF!

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  9. Natalie KingJuly 29, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    Beautiful! I love this! =)
    Have a great weekend!
    Nat

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  10. AnonymousJuly 29, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    Ooooh, it's delicious! Fab idea to use up supplies. Happy PPF! :-)

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  11. JennJuly 29, 2011 at 1:23 PM

    Loving the layers - if you continue on, would love to see the end result - although it looks great as is!!

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  12. A'n'G JohnsonJuly 29, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    I love the idea of copying for future art. I always forget to do that though! Happy PPF

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  13. CrystalJuly 29, 2011 at 2:00 PM

    It is just beautiful, why not indeed! :-)

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  14. aprilmariecole.blogspot.comJuly 29, 2011 at 2:22 PM

    Love it!!!! :]
    Colors & design is perfect.
    I agree... make a copy for future art projects.

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  15. SunshineshelleJuly 29, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    Takes me on a flight of fancy wondering what you have next in store for this canvas, although it looks great as is :)

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  16. GeckostoneJuly 29, 2011 at 9:06 PM

    Oh the layering and colors are wonderful and fun!!!Happy PPF!!! Deb

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  17. Heather FoustJuly 29, 2011 at 11:51 PM

    Layers are my most favorite thing to go!! I love it better then the drawing!! Just slushing around. Great piece. Love the color!

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  18. Paula - Buenos AiresJuly 30, 2011 at 2:13 AM

    Nice! So many details to enjoy.

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  19. Bleubeard and ElizabethJuly 30, 2011 at 10:13 AM

    I'm a background junkie, but I have never made a background this rich and exotic. I could study it all day and still see more things I missed. This is truly lovely and so time consuming, I'm sure.

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  20. Kristin DudishJuly 30, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    This is fantastic just the way it is already! I love the colors and the layers... Beautiful!

    I also think your "No Regrets" piece below is wonderful :)

    xo
    Kristin

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  21. JulieJuly 30, 2011 at 2:12 PM

    This is great and I love your blog!

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  22. Joni NickrentJuly 30, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    WOW! Looks awesome...love the idea of all the layers! Happy PPF

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  23. NatashaJuly 30, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    LOVING the depth in this piece created by the layers...it's so visually interesting...this is me cartwheeling in celebration

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  24. ElisaJuly 31, 2011 at 4:45 AM

    never tried layering but I might explore that in my next project.. great painting!

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  25. Jennifer@threedogsinagardenJuly 31, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    Hi Theresa, I like the idea of using scraps and a variety of materials to create an artwork. It adds layers of meaning literally.

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  26. AnnabelleJuly 31, 2011 at 10:56 AM

    Ooooh I love secrets, hidden meanings and hidden obscure figures....makes for intrigue and mystery!

    Lovely piece so far!


    Annabelle

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  27. E Makes ArtJuly 31, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    Your art is beautiful. And I love the idea of copying this to use again and again as a background. Thank you for the inspiration!

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  28. Tammie LeeAugust 3, 2011 at 6:17 PM

    wonderful layering, this looks fun. Your next post is a wonderful piece too.

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