Monday, September 28, 2009


This occasion of year brings forth so many beautiful artistic opportunities. Gather several leaves that are intact and not too dried out. Choose as many shades of orange, red, yellow, and brown as possible. Press these leaves between waxed paper in a large book over night.

Start with radiance colors in the center of the canvas, like yellow or orange, and work out toward the edges. Allow the canvas to dry nearly-completely. While the paint is still tacky, embellish the painting with the pressed leaves, ephemera, and embellishments. Create a collaged look, a scrapbook appearance, or a structured painting carrying a specific theme.


Add text, quotations, song lyrics, and random thoughts about Paintings. Be sure to layer text over the paint, as well as over the ephemera to tie it all in together. Seal the entire piece with another layer of gel or decoupage medium once the ink and paint has dried completely.

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