For those of you with your long term memory still intact, there may be a flicker of recognition if I show you thisA work that grew out of a sketch where I got quite brave and began to experiment with acrylic paints over alcohol inks. I began by trying to manipulate the sky and eventually found my way forward enough to pronounce myself satisfied – or at least to the ‘let’s quit while I’m ahead’ stage.
The work progressed slowly because I had no idea what the result of mixing the two medias of ink and paint would be. I had to give it all time to dry and cure before I went further. It seems to be all okay – but the unknown is how long it will last. It may scratch, the paper pieced pieces may lift – does glue work okay long term on alcohol based inks? The inks themselves are given to fading in strong light and they make up the sky and the crone. So many questions and so few answers! Anyway, it’s been sent off as a surprise gift and time will tell if it was a gift worth giving or a sow’s ear dressed up as a silk purse …… 🙂
Still, here it is photographed on a white tray which apparently reflects the colours quite well who knew!!Something apart from the woolly kind of creations finally got finished. There’s hope – there’s always hope 🙂
Right, back to the woolly stuff……
I love that you came by today, thank you!
So beautiful!!
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Thank you so much! 🙂
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This is really cool. I love the colors.
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Thank you – that is so nice to know! 🙂
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I’m here very late but I love this, too, especially the way you handled the moon (and the kitty, of course!)
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I thought I’d answered this note Kerry – I know I typed it out …… ‘Better late than never’ Obviously an unacceptable response! I like the way the moon came out too and you can’t have a crone/wise woman/witch without a kitty! Where would we be without our kitties?
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I love that witchy woman, then and now. :0)
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Thanks Pam, she’s growing on me too now she is far away 🙂
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That medium so so cool, Pauline. The sky is amazing. I love how this came out. You make me want to play with paint. 🙂
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Perhaps you should! Maybe you could paint your amazing world of Luminescence 🙂
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Oh, that sounds way too challenging. Yikes. I just want to play and make a mess. 😀
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Beautifully done … and you were willing to take a risk by diving into the unknown!
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Thanks Frank! That’s the story of my life 😀
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I’m sure the recipient will be thrilled to own one of your masterpieces, Pauline.
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She has reported that she is Carol – and I’m just as thrilled 🙂
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It’s gorgeous, Pauline. 🙂 I’ve been experimenting with different media but nothing has come out nearly as successful as this. On the plus side, now that I have “ruined” what I started with watercolors and pastels, I can keep playing with it just to see what happens.
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Thank you Robin…… yes to the ‘ruined’ bit. I get myself almost paralysed when the uglies happen and sometimes I stop there – but when I just keep going it usually works out to be something quite acceptable but different. And I learn a lot!
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beautiful!
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Thank you ❤
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very effective Pauline. Though the idea it might all fall apart is rather tragic, like home graffiti it’s not meant to last.Perhaps I should lend you my mother in law. She is of the school of female fixers, in her case she lacquers anything within a two metre radius with a military grade hair spray that makes gorilla glue seem merely tacky in comparison. Your picture wouldn’t come apart then but equally your carpet would become a fire hazard
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Now she sounds a hoot! I do have a spray I use, but I couldn’t find any info on how it worked with the inks and I wasn’t feeling brave enough to give it a shot. It’s made it’s way to America in one piece, so I’m feeling more confident now 🙂 Thanks for the offer though.
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No I insist, take her… 12000 miles away has a really comforting ring to it…
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😀 😀 😀
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I absolutely love this! It’s hard to believe we haven’t actually met. You know me so well. I may consider a white frame now that I’ve seen your presentation here.
I might even consider being that witch for Halloween. With Alys’ help and your inspiration l can’t lose.
I’m flattered and touched you thought of me. I feel so special.
You are so talented. Hugs to you Pauline.
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She wanted to be made for you Sharon – I just did my best to put it all together. Alys takes you with her everywhere she goes and we all feel like we know you, so the actual meeting thing is just a small inconvenience. If you do dress up as the witch you could wear your catcher too – wouldn’t that be fun! ❤ I'm glad to hear she got there safely and that you like it. xo
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You’ve brought me to tears, Pauline. Xo
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Pauline, it’s gorgeous. You’ve made Sharon’s day, and mine too with your gracious gift. It is so “Sharon” if that makes sense. The colors, the style, the cat, the witch (her favorite Halloween costume ideas are always “scary” as you know), all of it.
We will report back on the life of the piece, but hope that once it is behind glass and in a frame that it will preserve the piece for the long term.
Thank you!
xo
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Group hug!! 🙂 xoxo
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Amazing transformation, Pauline! With her wand, the witch made the world right again 🙂
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There we go – let’s start a new movement! 😀
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I reallly, and I mean REALLY love your wizard.
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And I am really happy to hear this Cathy, thank you 🙂
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I love what you did with this painting. I love what you did with the moon and the moon catchers hanging from the trees. This one is a real winner. Everything is so perfect in it. I could look at it all day and never tire of seeing it.
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Oh, you made them into ‘moon catchers’ that’s so lovely! The moon is my favourite part too – thank you SS for this lovely compliment!
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I see many parallels between writing and painting especially that it takes time and patience and even with that we creators are frequently not content with our finished product. Your painting contains magic alchemy though because what you wrought has touched many people in many different ways. Your crone is amazing!
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Thank you Susanne for saying that! I agree about the parallels – I often note them when you writers make comment on your processes. I do appreciate the way so many have taken up this little work – it makes me want top try again 😀
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I always want beautiful things to last but sometimes the beauty is enhanced by an object’s transience. But hopefully the witch and her cat will place a spell of longevity on the painting. 🙂
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🙂 Maybe, wouldn’t that be good! I know she will be cared for in her new home and that’s a good thought.
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So effective!
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Thank you Sandra.
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I really like the swirling skies, and the way you have changed the mood with the white tray. It shows the befit of taking time over a project. Well done, Pauline XX
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Thank you Derrick – that matting thing helps a lot doesn’t it. I shall remember this 🙂
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The methods behind it all are a mystery to me but you’ve turned quite a scary witch into a benevolent looking one I wouldn’t mind bumping into and having a little chat with. Must be the cat 😉
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Definitely the cat and maybe the twinkly things in the branches too…… 🙂
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This is gorgeous, Pauline. The white tray certainly does show off its best features. I love the additions you made, especially the silvery moon and the bit of green, the tree branches and the silvery sparkly enhancements. The recipient is a very lucky person. Even if the colours do fade, you have your photographic memory so it will never be lost completely. It’s nice to see the picture finished. Thanks for sharing.
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Thank you Norah, I love to hear your thoughts! I always feel there can be another painting if this one doesn’t work out – it’s not fine art – just fun!
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Fun Fine Art by the Contented Crafter. Perfect, Pauline. 🙂
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The original painting shows the sky wrought with problems. Perhaps spirits flying about and the inclusion of a small lions head to the left. The second incarnation has the spirits settled and the sky peaceful. The crone is much more at peace and the ‘mooncatchers’ are doing a great job. Your mixed mediums seem to work well in a talented hand.
xxx Massive Hugs Pauline xxx
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I never saw the lion until you said it was there, now it’s all I can see 😀 I do love to hear what you see – so thank you! Big hugs David, and good health to you! xo
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Hello mama P ❤ it's been fun to watch the process. I especially love the danglers in the tree's. Since she's got a loyal black cat at her foot, I'm thinking she's a benevolent old crone. I'm certain you are putting a big smile on someones face when that arrives. You're the best. xok
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I hope so Kelly, wouldn’t it be awful if she burst into tears at the sight of it 😀 It’s for a mutual friend who has a special affinity for witches, especially at Halloween………
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I’m thinking I know who 😀 Lovely !!
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This is amazing. Love it
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Thank you so much 🙂
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Can’t wait to see more
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I ❤️ this so much! You amaze me, Pauline. Your talents are many and so varied. This piece is especially beautiful. I’m glad I got to watch the progression and see the gloriously rich outcome.
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I’m not at all sure there is very much talent there at all Cheryl – but I do love being able to live this final part of my life just creating things of as much beauty as I can muster – I want to fill the world with pretty, frivolous colourful things. It makes me happy 🙂
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Lots of talent there. You are fulfilling your desire of filling the world with beauty. And I thank you.
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Big hug!! xoxo
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That must be a common denominator of us growing old! I feel it too! ;o)
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Oh good! It’s such fun to make people smile isn’t it!!
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It is priceless!!!
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You are so talented, Pauline. I love the way the colors look this way. And the richness. Is that me with Kana and my suncatcher from you? hahaha I really hope it lasts to create it this way!
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Of course it’s you with Kana and your suncatcher – I don’t know why I didn’t realise that before!! 🙂 I love that’s what you can see ❤
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Of COURSE! And nobody would want to mess with Kana. She’s got my back ;)!
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Spring twilight. Lovely. I like that her robe matches the sky and there are twinkly things everywhere and a bit of green. And the moon!!! It’s perfect.
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I always enjoy hearing what you see Lisa 🙂 I was happy with the moon too.
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Absolutely breathtaking photographed on the white tray! I love this- so imaginative!
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Hello Eliz – thank you. I’m not a good photographer and sometimes struggle to get things to look like they do in reality so I was pleased with the result from the while tray. And purples and certain blues are really difficult to capture accurately. I’m glad you like it 🙂
I’ve visited your blog but couldn’t see how to follow you, did I miss something?
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Thank You for visiting!! On the right side under my boys picture is a box to follow by e-mail. I’ve tried to get it listed at Bloglovin but no success yet. Hafta have my adult daughter to help. :o)
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Vibrant, beautiful, creative and most of all impressive!! Love it!
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Oh, wow, thank you – thank you Karen 🙂
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Beautiful details, Pauline. I love how the moon shows her whole self.
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Thank you Jodie – I am very pleased with the moon too.
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This is amazing, Pauline! The colors are so vibrant. Can I borrow some of that talent? 🙂
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Thank you Jill 🙂 I think if you look inside your book covers you might find oodles more talent than lives here……
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Oh my goodness, Pauline!! She turned out stunning! I love the white stars and hearts dangling from the branches. That’s what I see anyway. 😉 I can’t get enough of looking at it! I see something different each time. Everywhere I look there is something interesting to see. The white outline around the black cat, the ground texture! It’s just incredible where you have gone with this. I hope you keep playing with this medium. I have to stop gushing now before I embarrass myself.
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YES! Li love those “suncatchers” dangling from the trees, as well.
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Ha, ha! I hadn’t thought of them that way – what a good thought!
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Yes, stop! You mustn’t embarrass yourself Marlene – though I’m quite tickled you like it that much! 🙂 I’m always vaguely disappointed in my work as it never quite turns out how I think it might when I start off……. Which is why it works best (for me) when I start off with no ideas, no plans, no expectations.
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I think that’s where the best art comes from. What ever you are doing, keep doing it. I think they take on a life of their own and they lead you where the pieces want to go. You intuitively follow.
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Thank you Marlene ❤
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fun to experiment with different mediums
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Yes, fun and nerve wracking 🙂
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