Sunday, August 30, 2009

Mixed Media Cactus Piece

I was inspired to try something new last night while discovering a new amazing blog called Mixed Media Artist, and, I knew, on several levels, that I must give this technique a try.

No, I did not draw anything original...hmmmmmmm.....

But blended together cactus papers, acrylic paints, and foil...to make something really unique! I think I like it.

Please tell me what you think. It was done on a large sheet of crumpled foil, and now that it is dry, I plan to cut it to size and place it into my recycled sketchbook. The sketchbook will be changing themes...so...ever onward...

I am looking forward to trying more of this, and I hope it really gets very interesting! Wish me luck!
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12 comments:

  1. UnknownSunday, August 30, 2009

    Looks great! I always enjoy looking at mixed media. I'm going to have to give something like this a try one of these days!

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  2. Lisa at GreenbowMonday, August 31, 2009

    Great piece Julie. I like the colors and the cactus theme. On foil?? Interesting.

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  3. Cyndi LMonday, August 31, 2009

    I *love* the texture of the foil showing through in spots! Gorgeous rich colors too :-)

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  4. soulbrushMonday, August 31, 2009

    do i like it? do i like it? are you kidding me? i love it, what are cactus papers?? more girl more..how are the family feeling and what abut the 1st birthday?

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  5. Diane AZMonday, August 31, 2009

    Fascinating blend of cactus images, text and paint on foil. I've never seen anything like it before, but I love it!

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  6. Cathy S.Monday, August 31, 2009

    I love it, very cool Julie! Happy cm!

    -Cathy

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  7. TeriMonday, August 31, 2009

    Wow, this is so different and I know I love it. wow!!!

    HCM

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  8. JudiMonday, August 31, 2009

    Hi Julie
    I love what you did. Mixed media is very interesting. I wonder how you mixed the foil ... I don't understand that. It is so neat to have different techniques and one thing can lead to another.
    Have fun!
    Judi
    P.S. I hope everyone in your family is feeling better...and little Emily is all better too.
    I hope she had a good birthday party and wasn't feeling sick. She is so sweet.

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  9. Serena LewisMonday, August 31, 2009

    WOW....it's fabulous, Julie...well done! I love working with mixed media too ~ :)

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  10. UnknownTuesday, September 01, 2009

    I think it is amazing! I really really love it!

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  11. AiyanaFriday, September 04, 2009

    Interesting. I've not seen this combination of materials before. Will you show the finished pieces?
    Aiyana

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  12. madgeSaturday, September 05, 2009

    GOOD LUCK! But you hardly need it - your piece looks great!

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