I am getting back into the swing of things
after my trip to my sister's house in FLORIDA.
I photographed several flowers and trees while I was there and have found a calming benefit from using these images for my classes this week. I focused on the Palm Tree that she has growing in her front yard.
My students and I were challenged by the subject because we don't have Palm Trees here in INDIANA. My knowledge of the growth and nature of these trees is limited to what I observed and photographed. If I truly wanted to work in depth, I would read and study about them but the lesson was simple and just the idea of the TEXTURE of the trunk and the building of watercolor layers.
I think I put away the photos of the PALM TREES for a while... need to tackle a few projects for clients.
I think we should all try ideas and images from other areas ... as you travel this summer ... be observant and step out of your comfort zone for a few days.
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Mixed Media Class
Fun and projects!
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Muriel
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Peggy
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Nancy
Poppies ....
ready for their new home!
Ta Da .....
this little gem is ready for blog preview and Etsy post tomorrow!
Ta - da!!!!
I can now walk away from the Easter Pear!!!
Easter Pear?
I like pears better than eggs!!!
Easter Pear Step 1
Step 1 - I thought this would be enough ... silly me!
Easter Pear Step 2
Step 2 - I wanted to add a bit of EGG Whimsy.
Easter Pear Step 3
Step 3 - It wouldn't be mine if there weren't any cast shadows.
Easter Pear Step 4
Step 4 - And I love a good implied table line ... don't you??
Easter Pear Step 5
Step 5 - Oh, better kick up the value a bit!
Easter Pear Step 6
Step 6 - The background could use a value shift.
Easter Pear Step 7
Step 7 - Add, of course we need a bit of implied texture!
Very nice, Teri. I really like the white background with just the shadow.
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