I chose to use a couple of the themes. "Texture and stencils" and "Birds of a Feather".
and I used them on a 12 x 12 piece of corrugated card.
the texture is from DecoArt modelling paste and it is also a DecoArt stencil. lots of Decoart paint and mediums including the FANTASTIC crackle paint that just does as it says it will. and my usual splashes of "Quinacridone Gold" for rusty blobs.
as I had used a variety of DecoArt mediums I had some patches that had a Shin on the surface, some matt and some in between. i wanted consistency so I gave it all a coat of DecoArt Ultra matt medium. That takes away all shine and reflections (easier to get photos too when you have to use a flash).
I'm making a basic frame out of driftwood and jute string for this but its not ready yet.
thanks for stopping by
Z x
Wonderful
ReplyDeleteSo pretty, Louise. Love the colors and the embossed areas. The bird is awesome!!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous colours and I love all the textures on this project.
ReplyDeletegorgeous project, love those colours and the textures x
ReplyDeleteA fabulous layout with stunning details Louise :-) I think your bird looks amazing x
ReplyDeleteTFS and best wishes
Annie x
Your bird is REALLY REALLY great in my humble opinion. You should be very proud of him! This is a BEAUTIFUL creation in every way. Thanks bunches for sharing. j.
ReplyDeleteHello Louise,
ReplyDeleteYou have combined your elements with the texture so very very well; the effect is fabulous.
Smiles:)
Sue
Wow, Louise! I LOVE this!!!!!
ReplyDeleteClaudia xxx
Brilliant Louise, and like others have said your bird looks amazing!! As does the lovely nest! Great piece and yes it is ironic you took my place at CCP and then did this.... thanks a bunch for that anyway, really appreciated!
ReplyDeleteIt is no wonder Mixed Media Monthly chose you as their guest designer! What a fabulous piece of artwork! Love the colors, the texture and your bird is fantastic! I can't believe you hand drew that!
ReplyDeleteThank you for your generous comment on my blog!
Love this it's super gorgeous.xx{aNNie My Personal Blog}
ReplyDeleteZuzu... this is wonderful... loving the use of your corrugated cardboard... Quinacridone Gold is one of my most favorite paint colors and it definitely added that rust feel to your piece ... thanks for the inspiration
ReplyDeleteThis is soo artsy . lovely textures . thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteWhat an absolutely gorgeous page! I love birds and I LOVE your color palette!! xo
ReplyDeleteLove the torn cardboard background and all the wonderful texture!
ReplyDeleteHi Zuzu--I have not entered the crafting world of decoupage, but this piece of art definitely motivates me to learn more about it. I love your use of gold with the other colors on this canvas. I especially like the embossed parts; they are perfect.
ReplyDeleteLovely colors and textures on your canvas Zuzu. The bird looks beautiful and co incidentally I have created a page too with a bird!
ReplyDeleteLovely color s ...and bird
ReplyDeleteBeautiful project. I love the bird and words you added...so lovely.
ReplyDeleteThis really is fabulous ! Fabulous texture and as others have said - your bird is brilliant! Chrisx
ReplyDeleteVery Interesting picture. My favourite colors.
ReplyDeleteThis is a wonderful project, so inspiring. Love the depth in texture. TFS!
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