Happy, happy -- summer is here!! Vancouver is a dream in summer. We are blessed with minimum humidity and very fresh air. And although I enjoy my Vitamin D fix, I also enjoy spending a bit of time indoors in the evenings to continue with my projects.
Recently I created this sampler, below, to test how rusting on cotton could work in a composition. After I rusted some objects onto a cotton swatch, I stretched the cotton onto a wooden palette (available at most art stores which sell stretched canvas) adhering it with clear acrylic medium.
Next I divided the surface area in half to create a textural contrast -- paint vs fabric. My goal was to relax into this sampler experience as a mark-making exercise and not to over think the composition. I focused on layering my paint and incorporated stencils and a bit of collage. I also scribbled in pencil to contrast the symmetrical division of the surface.
What I enjoyed most about this sampler was the unplanned design process. I generally have a plan for each piece before I begin regardless how it evolves. This sampler permitted me the freedom to try without a preconceived agenda.
I feel like I'm really embracing the lazy days of summer! Happy creating and happy summer.
~ Kathryn
Recently I created this sampler, below, to test how rusting on cotton could work in a composition. After I rusted some objects onto a cotton swatch, I stretched the cotton onto a wooden palette (available at most art stores which sell stretched canvas) adhering it with clear acrylic medium.
Next I divided the surface area in half to create a textural contrast -- paint vs fabric. My goal was to relax into this sampler experience as a mark-making exercise and not to over think the composition. I focused on layering my paint and incorporated stencils and a bit of collage. I also scribbled in pencil to contrast the symmetrical division of the surface.
What I enjoyed most about this sampler was the unplanned design process. I generally have a plan for each piece before I begin regardless how it evolves. This sampler permitted me the freedom to try without a preconceived agenda.
I feel like I'm really embracing the lazy days of summer! Happy creating and happy summer.
~ Kathryn
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