This is Life – It’s Messy
The premise behind this creation is that life is bright. For example, the sky is always blue, regardless of the weather. The bright foundation is covered by … Read more
The premise behind this creation is that life is bright. For example, the sky is always blue, regardless of the weather. The bright foundation is covered by … Read more
This was inspired by another artist’s abstract creation. He used very simple lines and colors. As I prefer creating heavier, more visceral pieces, I used an older … Read more
Another drip canvas, accumulating remnants of numerous creations until I decide it can stand on its own due to its weight and depth.
Thought I was done with dark Alzheimer’s creations, but my mother ended up in the hospital with pneumonia for 6 days. She was lucid, then confused, frightened, … Read more
Blended some old eggshell paint with a warm color to create a light pink that I applied thickly so when it dried it would crack. I covered … Read more
Used pieces of leftover paint to create my version of flowers in a vase. I liked the mock version I did before applying paint but that’s creating. … Read more
Created for my living room but the canvas was too small for the wall. Still adore the colors and feeling
I had so much fun “rescuing” this piece from overblending. Applied the top colors with small paint roller. Something about the vibrancy still catches my eye every … Read more
Used scraps of foam flooring to “sling” paint and canvas hung on wall. After it dries, the canvas is rotated. I think i did 6 or 7 … Read more
Used a rubber mallet to keep tapping the application of acrylic paint. Added iridescent paint that brightens up the piece when illuminated. Reminded me of pansies.
Found large plastic straws and wanted to recycle. I had not idea what i was doing, just playing with applying paint thru the straws to create pattern. … Read more
So many times I create something I really like, but the texture or heft isn’t there. Other times, I listen to my gut and enjoy the simplicity.