Day 13 - Picasso Style

Stepping outside my comfort zone here to try a Picasso style lesson. I had a hard time keeping it abstract and kept trying to make the shapes look like something. :) I like I prefer the black and white version.

Day 12 - Positive Thinking

Day 12 - Positive Thinking

I often admire other artists whose work seems so fresh and spontaneous, as if it just flowed naturally from their fingertips. I would like to create work like that. Part of what holds me back are bad thoughts, like I can't do it, what if I mess up, etc. I tend to want to fill in all the "spaces" instead of leaving those lovely white flecks of paper peeking through. After reading the instructions for today's assignment I just scribbled out the first thing that came to mind, trying to be spontaneous and playful. I like the end result but, as you can see, not a white speck to be found! What I enjoyed about this project is all the positive thoughts that came to mind right off the bat. Anyway, there are more days to embrace "white specks", perhaps tomorrow. :)

Day 11 - Bird's Eye View

Today we painted from a bird's eye view. This is my backyard with a few added items that I have on my "wish list" - new lawn, paver patio, and a few more bedding plants.

Day 10 - Hearts & Favorite Things

The theme is hearts and favorite things. I played with the mask and layers of color. My dear hubby, Jeff, and my wonderful daughter, Liz, are my MOST favorite! :)

Day 9 - Blob and Straw Play!

What happens IF? A blob, a mess, a smear of paint - get a straw and blow the whole mess every which way! FUN! I thought the quote from Lennon was appropriate. :)

P.S. This catches me up on my assignments! Yeah!

Day 8 - Self Portrait and "Interview"

Falling behind in my "homework" I had to do this page and the next one back to back. I am actually pleased with it because I have a hard time with people and I did it so quickly, also I'm trying to work on my journaling so I enjoyed the 'interview" part of it. :) The colors didn't scan well though, I guess they were too pale.

Day 7 - Playing with Lettering and Brushes

Just trying out some of my brushes to see what different types of lettering I can make!