Succulent in the Mist

"Succulent in the Mist"
6" x 12"
Acrylic on wrapped canvas

The fog that particular morning was dense in the area of the succulent gardens. I stayed on the familiar path, face to the ground and happened on this gossamer image. 

Here's another exercise in edge control. This is a dry brush technique done with a bristle brush, swirled in a similar motion I would use to stencil. Paint is applied layer upon layer until the shape of a plant begins to form. 

I'm happy you found my blog today.

Carol

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Succulent Season

"Succulent Season"
10" x 10"
Acrylic mixed media

Succulents, with their whorled profusion of thick, velvety leaves that unfurl into a full-blown swirl, like roses, cabbages and kale, give me a sense of satisfaction. 

I'm finding out so much about myself by writing words to go with my paintings.  It's one thing to create with imges, but another still, to explain why. I taught myself to paint by teaching others. Formulating words to explain a process ingrains it into one's very being.

So many images, so little time.
Carol

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Moons Over the Desert

"Moons Over the Desert"
10" x 10"
Acrylic mixed media

Certain parts of the world are privy to Dual Moonality.  Usually they're located in the deserts of continents that have deserts, but from my studio, I occasionally get peeks at places just like this painting.  I love being an artist!  It affords me such luxurious privileges. 

This is one in a series of mixed media pieces I'll be posting over the next few days.  I painted the paper, tore it and shot the photos.  The leaf was in my yard, and I stenciled the decorative stuff with joint compound.  I repeat... I love being an artist.  

Come back tomorrow for more fun stuff! 

Carol  

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