I was unable to do any studio work this week
due to lots of family activity. I so wanted, (and needed!) to get back
to painting, but I know that the best laid plans often go awry.
Yesterday evening I found some free time
and made this collage in a couple of hours.
I pasted down lots of vintage text and old letter fragments
on an 8by10 canvas, and then did a quick sketch
of Da Vinci's "Testa" in brown charcoal pencil then finished it
with white paint. I'm happy with it and as always am amazed
at how re-energizing making art can be.
I had finished this painting last week. I like the look
on her face although I can't tell if it is cynicism or
disgust at waiting in long lines!
It is acrylic, gesso, and molding paste
on wood panel, 18x16.
I guess I'm in a face phase for the time being.
6 comments:
Marie, I love these, especially the bottom one! So different from each other but both strong works. Glad you had some free time after a busy week. Take care.
So glad you were able to spend some time arting. Love your collage. I hadn't made any new art in a while and last night- for 4 hours made 4 6"x6" collages that I'm really happy with. Guess when that energy hits us- it just pours out in our art! That expression on your woman's face is priceless. To me she is saying "you can't really be serious, are you?" :)
Thanks so much for stopping by. Yes, I love when sychronicities just appear in our lives. It's that extra special connection to whatever is out there! Hope to post my 4 collages within the week!! Best for wonderful and creative holidays!
This work is beautiful Marie. Love it.
love your Testa image with all the graphics, just great Marie... thanks for your kind comment... I will be back in FoCo in June for a show... can't wait to go "home" x
I love these new works...carry on. Peace, Mary Helen
Thanks Carole, December is speeding by & I'm grateful for whatever studio time I find.
Thanks Jill! I'm looking forward to seeing your new collages.
Thanks so much Sylvia!
Cat, always great to see you at Cinnamon!
Mary Helen, and carry on I shall!
Thanks for stopping by.
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