Namaste - Paper Mache Heart

Hi everybody!  I'm back with another paper mache heart.  I've actually had this one here partially done for months.  So I decided that it was time to finish her up.  She is done in the same colors of my last two pieces for the same reason, to finish up the paint I had out.

I'm calling this one Namaste because of the mandala inspired background.

I was really inspired by the beautiful mandala designs all over Pinterest so I just started doodling.  I also did a little stamping to help fill the background.

I did all of the doodling freehand using a Faber-Castell Pitt Pen and then painted them in and highlighted using a white Sign pen.

I chose not to prime my flowers so the colors are muted by the dark background.

I think that keeping the color toned down really helps her stay the focal image even though there is a lot going on in the background.

She was drawn a long time ago so instead of starting all over, I decided to just go with it and paint her in.

Even the back got a coat of paint ;D

When I look at her "Namaste" instantly comes to mind but I decided not to write it on there.  What do you think, should I add some words or leave it the way it is?  Let me know your thoughts!!

Thank you for stopping by & have a beautiful, peaceful day!!

Winner, Winner!!!

                Hello, hello my sweet bloggie friends!!  I wanna THANK you all for joining us over the weekend for the Paper Wings Productions' CELEBRATE Blog Hop and Giveaway.  I truly appreciate all of your sweet comments.  I was so happy to hear that you all liked my little Easter Bunny.

                   

Okay, time for the GIVEAWAY!!  Drum roll please.....the WINNER of my blog candy is Mindy!!

Mulberry MindyMarch 7, 2014 at 7:27 PM

This chipboard Easter Bunny is just adorable, Norma. I love your use of layered papers, stamps, and bling. And that fluffy tail is just awesome. Thank you for sharing your talent, and congrat on your Lil' Honey Bee Studios, too!

Mindy

http://mulberrymindy.blogspot.com

Mindy, thank you so much for you all of the sweet comments you leave me here and on the Paper Wings blog <3 <3 <3  Please email me at artist.normagomez@yahoo.com or PM me on Facebook.

Join me on the Paper Wings blog to find out my trip for stamping on my paper mache hearts.  Thank you for joining me today, hugs to you all!!

Colorful Skull - Dia De Los Muertos

Hello!  Today I'm back with another small skull.  I actually finished this one last week but just didn't have the time to share.  This is only my second full skull this year and I have another one primed and ready to start.  I'm hoping to get several done by the end of the month but we'll see.  You know how time flies when you're having fun!  Anyway, here is my skull :D

This is margarita green with fresh squeezed orange, lol.

I added traditional flowers such as marigolds and roses.

Since these guys are fairly small, I kept the design simple.

If you're interested in seeing sneak peeks of the projects I'm working on, like my Facebook page.  I post a lot of the behind the scenes studio action there and share posts that I find inspirational.

Thanks so much for stopping by and have a beautiful day!!

Dia De Los Muertos Skull

Today I have a fun little paper mache skull to share.

This about 6" x 3 1/2".  I finished another one yesterday that I'll share with you tomorrow.  I have one more prepped and ready to go so I'll probably try to get that one done between today and tomorrow.  After that, I think I'll take a small break from the skulls to work on my DT assignments.

For this skull, I did a combination of stamps and freehand.

The big flowers are from a stamp set that I've had in my stash for many, many years.

Here's a look at the other side.

The roses are from the Paper Wings Productions Dia De Los Muertos Hombre stamp set and instrument is from the Paper Wings Productions Dia De Los Muertos Mujer stamp set.

Thanks so much for stopping by, have a beautiful day!

Eenie Meeni Minee Mo

Eenie Meenie Minee Mo Three Little Pumpkins all in a row!

Happy Wednesday everyone :D

Today I have three sweet little pumpkins to share.  These cute lil ones are paper mache treat holders.

I wanted a primitive/vintage look so I kept things pretty simple.  

I painted each with various brown, orange and yellow Golden fluid acrylics.  Then I just tired torn strips of fabric to them, easy peesy!  I picked up a ton of these so I'm taking this first batch down to Homestead Handcrafts on Blanco Rd and then adding some to my Etsy shop.  I hope they'll be a big hit this year!!

Thanks for visiting my little slice of blogland.  Have a wonderful day!!!

My Butterfly (Mi Mariposa) Mask

I finished another Day of the Dead mask yesterday!  I was inspired by the Mariposa Skeletons so I gave this one a butterfly mask.

I drew the butterfly freehand and then painted it in with Golden Fluid Acrylics.

I layered my colors until I was happy with all of the shading and highlights then added all of the white dots.  I think they're what really bring the butterfly to life.

Originally I thought that I was going to use magenta as my accent color but then I changed my mind.  So that's why there is a single magenta flourish.   The rose I used is by Stampendous.

I added my signature flourishes all around.  I felt like I hadn't flourished in a while, lol.

I punch holes on the sides then install a grommet to add the satin ribbon for hanging.

And there you have it, Mi Marisposa (My Butterfly)!!

Thanks so much for stopping by, have a FABULOUS holiday weekend!!!

First Dia De Los Muertos skull of the season!!

Hi everyone!!  I just finished my very first skull of the season and I have to say, I'm pretty happy with the way it turned out.   So I'm very excited to share it with and see what you think:

This is a paper mache mask that measures 8 x 5 1/2".  

I started out with this retired Paper Wings Productions heart stamp then added the beautiful wings.  The wings have been in my stash for a very long time so I don't remember who they're from, sorry.  The winged heart set the tone for the rest of the skull and my color choices.

I added the flowers around the eyes, the nose and mouth freehand.  All of the paints I used are Liquitex soft body acrylics.

The rest of the flowers are from Paper Wings Productions' Flower Power stamp set.  As I mentioned the other day, this stamp set has quickly become one of my favorites.

I used distress markers for shading and a Uniball Signo pen to outline the images.  I also added Stickles to the wings for a little sparkle.

One down, a gazillion to go, lol!  Let me know what you think!!  Thank you so much for stopping by today.  

HAVE A BEAUTIFUL INSPIRED DAY!!!

Frida - Mini Paper Mache Heart

I'm back with another mini heart!!  I actually made this one last week but hadn't had a chance to share it with you.  I find myself always wanting to take a bit of a breather after a show.  I work really hard to get ready so I like to unwind just a little afterwards.  I did complete a new project for Zeus and Zoe so I'll be sharing that one with you on Saturday.  It's a storage project so make sure you come by and check it out!  

Now onto my heart :D

The image of Frida is from the Paper Wings Productions Muertos Stamp Set and the sentiment is from the the Frida Por Vida set.  The little heart is also a PWP stamp and the flowers are hand drawn.

The sentiment is Frida's famous quote, "Feet, What Do I Need You For When I Have Wings to Fly".

The backside of this one is identical to the front.   Well friends, that's it for today.  Thanks so much for joining me & have a beautiful day!!

Daisy - Paper Mache Heart

Happy Friday Everyone, we made it to the weekend!!  I hope you had a great week and are gonna have an even better weekend with your loved ones.  I'll be out at the SoFlo Market on Saturday so if you're in my area, come on down, I'd love to meet ya!  

Now let me introduce you to my friend Daisy.  She is a fun loving girl that always looks on the bright side of life.  I'm not to sure about her choice in lipstick though, I may have to talk to her about that.  What do you think, do you like her lip color?

I really like her hairstyle, I need to wear my hair like that one of these days!

My favorite black Signo pen ran out on me when I was working on this one.  I had to use my Faber-Castell brush tip pen so I ended up with bolder outlines on my accent flowers.

 I think this heart is so fun with its bright color palette.  Daisy makes me smile :D    Here she is hanging out with a couple of her girlfriends waiting to go to the market:

Well friends, thanks so much for joining me today!  Have a fantastic weekend!!!

Honey - Paper Mache Heart

Let the parade of ladies continue!  Meet Honey, isn't she sweet ;D

Honey started out with blonde hair but I decided to go with a golden background so I had to darkened her hair.

I used a combination of script and musical note stamps on the background.  Then added various flowers and winged hearts. 

Here's a close up of Honey ;D

I tried to leave it bright but I just couldn't resist distressing the edges.  It's like an addiction, I HAVE to distress, lol.

I didn't get a chance to work on any more hearts yesterday but hopefully I'll be able to today.  Saturday will be here before you know it and there is still so much to do like figure out my set up.  I want to change it up a little bit from last time.  We'll see.....THANKS so much for stopping by, LATER!!