The largest painting I had done until recently was a 16x20 inch canvas, and that seemed difficult after doing mostly small paintings on watercolor paper. I worked and re-worked that canvas and was never satisfied with it. I progressed from watercolor paper to small canvases, but was not ready to take the plunge to purchase a large (and relatively expensive) canvas that I might not be able to finish.
Fortuitously, I stumbled upon a set of three nice canvases at an auction house and got them for $5 each. They are 24x24 inches in size, 1-1/2 inches deep, and very sturdy. Photographs were printed on them, but they came off with a scrub of alcohol. Some gesso, and I was ready to go. I found that it wasn't scary at all to start painting when I had such a small investment in the canvases.
"Another World" is the first large canvas that I completed. It is in my current display at Gallery Eleven. Several people have noted the Southwest influence. Not surprisingly, I have been inspired by my trips to New Mexico, where I immersed myself in art in the abundant museums and galleries.
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Woohoo! So, my new designs launched on 23rd April 2024 :-) 5 large stamps
sets, 5 stencils, 8 mini stamps, so lots to keep you busy! Dolls, fish,
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1 day ago
I feel your southwest influences here. Love it, go big, go bigger. xox
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