Monday, 1 June 2015

Mixed Media Monthly Challenge: Guest (again :) )

Mixed Media Monthly have their Birthday this month. so they have invited guests from the last year to take part and make something using any of the monthly themes from the last 12 months theme choices.
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.
The bird is a bit amateur as I am beginning to TRY and do some of the painting myself and not rely on cut out images and stamps all the time. the nest is napkin decoupage using DecoArt decoupage medium. i used the one especially for napkins to reduce tearing.
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.
Please go over and visit Mixed Media Monthly and maybe join in its for fun and creative self development. these blog challenges can help push you to try new things and gain confidence. develop your style and learn new styles. really worth having a go.
thanks for stopping by
Z x
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22 comments:

  1. whyducks1 June 2015 at 13:56

    Wonderful

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  2. Candy C1 June 2015 at 15:06

    So pretty, Louise. Love the colors and the embossed areas. The bird is awesome!!

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  3. Carol1 June 2015 at 15:09

    Gorgeous colours and I love all the textures on this project.

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  4. Inkypinkycraft1 June 2015 at 17:00

    gorgeous project, love those colours and the textures x

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  5. Annie1 June 2015 at 19:52

    A fabulous layout with stunning details Louise :-) I think your bird looks amazing x

    TFS and best wishes
    Annie x

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  6. Unknown1 June 2015 at 20:35

    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.

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  7. Scrumplescrunch1 June 2015 at 23:04

    Hello Louise,
    You have combined your elements with the texture so very very well; the effect is fabulous.
    Smiles:)
    Sue

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  8. Claudia N.2 June 2015 at 11:30

    Wow, Louise! I LOVE this!!!!!
    Claudia xxx

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  9. Astrid Maclean2 June 2015 at 21:34

    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!

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  10. sarascloset3 June 2015 at 20:34

    It 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!

    Thank you for your generous comment on my blog!

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  11. aussie aNNie4 June 2015 at 12:14

    Love this it's super gorgeous.xx{aNNie My Personal Blog}

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  12. Toni4 June 2015 at 17:23

    Zuzu... 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

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  13. Unknown5 June 2015 at 03:10

    This is soo artsy . lovely textures . thanks for sharing

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  14. Jackie PN8 June 2015 at 12:58

    What an absolutely gorgeous page! I love birds and I LOVE your color palette!! xo

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  15. Julia Aston9 June 2015 at 01:49

    Love the torn cardboard background and all the wonderful texture!

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  16. Libby15 June 2015 at 01:29

    Hi 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.

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  17. Rupa Swaminathan17 June 2015 at 13:10

    Lovely colors and textures on your canvas Zuzu. The bird looks beautiful and co incidentally I have created a page too with a bird!

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  18. Craft drama22 June 2015 at 17:17

    Lovely color s ...and bird

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  19. Unknown24 June 2015 at 16:35

    Beautiful project. I love the bird and words you added...so lovely.

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  20. pearshapedcrafting27 June 2015 at 08:35

    This really is fabulous ! Fabulous texture and as others have said - your bird is brilliant! Chrisx

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  21. Наталья Inventame29 June 2015 at 18:42

    Very Interesting picture. My favourite colors.

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  22. SewPaperPaint1 July 2015 at 15:00

    This is a wonderful project, so inspiring. Love the depth in texture. TFS!

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