Friday, March 9, 2012

A little blue bird painting


I spent some time yesterday blog hopping. There is so much inspiration. I dont want to "copy" others, so I look for colors or styles that I like. Then I clear my brain...pull out what I have and PLAY
I wanted to paint with layers...starting out with sprays, I then added a layer of clear gesso
I layered on heavy bodied acrylics with my fingers. A bit of watercolor crayons,When that was dry I sprayed over stencils
I then used different pencils..one was water soluble, which I went over with a waterbrush.
After painting the bird with watercolors and acrylics I sketched lightly with a pilot pen.
It was so much fun trying something different, and inspired by others
I always paint with an idea in mind, this time I wanted to try the...
"hey, I'll see where this takes me" attitude
I am linking up with
Show and Tell Friday at My Romantic Home
and
Pink Saturday
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12 comments:

  1. BettyMarch 9, 2012 at 6:45 AM

    Your "let's see where this takes me" attitude took you to a really fun place! Your little caged bird is adorable, as usual!

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  2. Blessings from CindyMarch 9, 2012 at 7:49 AM

    Laurie~
    I'll bet this is much prettier in person and it is gorgeous online!! I know how your layering effects take a watercolor to a whole new dimension. I'm lovin' your projects coming so frequently. You are always an inspiration to me, dear friend.
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  3. UnknownMarch 9, 2012 at 4:01 PM

    And a beautiful job you have done. It is wonderful ...

    Have a lovely PS weekend ~
    TTFN ~
    Marydon

    ~Giveaway ends 3/15 ~

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  4. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonMarch 9, 2012 at 4:23 PM

    Laurie, I love your bird in the cage! The colors behind it are wonderful. You really created a unique painting! It reminds me a bit of a birdcage I stitched on a small 5X8 tote I made for a swap. Keep on creating you talented lady!
    Hugs,
    Jann

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  5. Marti McClureMarch 9, 2012 at 8:07 PM

    Laurie, I just love your piece of art, and love that you showed how you got to the final result. Just beautiful! Happy Pink Saturday. ~Marti

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  6. J.Rylie.CMarch 9, 2012 at 8:29 PM

    So pretty! Come link with me with my Color Connection meme.

    Broken Leg with a bit of pink. Have a great weekend.

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  7. JeanieMarch 10, 2012 at 5:36 AM

    Thank you so much for now only sharing a delightfully cheery piece but also showing your layers and steps. I sometimes get overwhelmed with layers and put the wrong thing down first! This not only enchants but gives great guidance! How fun to just start and see what happens!

    Happy Weekend!
    Jeanie from The Marmelade Gypsy

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  8. Lynne MoncrieffMarch 10, 2012 at 8:44 AM

    Happy Pink Saturday
    Positively charming and whimsical.
    Wishes
    Lynne
    My Blog is Adorn @
    http://lynnesbowsandbelles.wordpress.com/

    Having issues commenting as this so used Stampdiva - sorry for the confusion!!!!

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  9. LorraineMarch 10, 2012 at 3:07 PM

    Love it!! Love the background, and the birdie is adorable~~ Happy Pink Saturday!! ♥♥♥ Lorraine

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  10. AnnMarch 10, 2012 at 5:40 PM

    Oh the bird in the cage painting is gorgeous. I adore this-just beautiful.

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  11. TeenaMarch 10, 2012 at 7:02 PM

    This painting is beautiful, I love it! Happy Pink Saturday <3

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  12. iHannaMarch 12, 2012 at 2:00 AM

    Really cute drawing!

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