Cinnamon Pink

French Flower Bucket

I finally finished my French Flower Bucket today. I began the project a few months ago but never got back to completing it due to other art endeavors and ideas. Do you do this too? I think my Project List is too long.

I started with a silver metal bucket which I painted a robin's egg blue. I then pasted a vintage pharmacy label and a small heart frame on the bucket. For protection, I added a coat of varnish.

Now, all I need to do is stop by the Florist for a bouquet of flowers.

After ATCs, Inchies, What is Next?

Today, I met with a small group of women and showed them how to make Artist Trading Cards (ATCs). They were new to ATCs. We had a great time. The ATC which I made is below. Not my usual colors!!! Kind of dark, right? But it felt good to do a little experimenting outside of the pink world.

But later, the session had me wondering......After ATCs, tags, inchies, 4" x 4", 3" x 3" and so on, what is next in the world of Mixed Media?   

Have a Creative Day, Darlene

Reworking Your Art

I'm continuing to draw daily as part of my 2008 goals. Today, I worked on a watercolor painting. I learned a lot from the painting - like how to improve my paintings in the future.

 I used to be very critical of my art. (Well, I must admit that sometimes I still am critical.) But I'm also developing a new positive attitude. If the painting, or mixed-media piece, doesn't work out the first time, I will redo the exact same project a second time. I'm always amazed at the improvement that I see in my second attempt. I might even repeat the process a third time for even greater results.

 Many of you may naturally follow similar steps. Personally, I found that this process helps me to be kinder and gentler on myself instead of tearing down my work.

 Have a creative day!