Hi everyone! I hope you all are doing fab today. I just wanted to pop in and share a canvas that I just created for a fundraiser.
I didn't have anything in my inventory that I thought would have a broad enough appeal for the auction so I created this beauty.
This is a large 18"x24" canvas that I upcycled. It was actually a mass produced canvas for a children's room.
To repurpose, I applied several layers of gesso, then book text wrapping paper from the dollar section of Target. After that I began adding color. I only had 24hrs notice so I went for my favorite go to colors.
I was inspired by Lenny Kravitz' Fly Away so I wanted to create something with dragonflies but as I was searching through photos, I came across a beautiful pic of monarchs.
So at that point my vision changed to these lovely monarchs.
Here's a closer look at the finished butterflies.
I found the PERFECT quote: Blessed are they that see beautiful things in humble places where other people see nothing... Camille Pissaro.
What a great artist quote right. I absolutely LOVE it!
I'm super happy with the way this turned out. I hope you like it too! Thank you for stopping by :D
Update!
The original sold at the auction but you can get an art print here: Monarchs
Update!
The original sold at the auction but you can get an art print here: Monarchs
This is so beautiful and that quote is so perfect!
ReplyDeleteNorma, your Monarchs are just beautiful, and as colorful as in real life. I'm sure it was a big hit at the auction. I have never been able to get the colors right on a monarch, but will use your painting as inspiration to try again. I have been following your son's music and performances on FB, you must be so proud. Take care and keep up the good work.
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This is stunning!!! They look as if they are about to just fly off the canvas, beautiful. TFS
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