NOW TRADEDI needed to cheer myself up today so chose to break away from dark vintage mode into my favourite colour palette. I made a background with Colourwash sprays and Distress inks - always fun splodging around with those! Then I got out two new Paula Best stamps that I haven't played with yet, and spent a happy half hour painting them with mica paints.
Must be a glutton for punishment because then I cut them out (yes really, all those stamens) and mounted them onto the background. The little buttons reminded me of peas in a pod somehow, and anyway they work with this week's Layers of Colour challenge!
Isn't it strange how working with colours you love can lift your spirits? No perhaps not, I shouldn't be surprised that making art helps me to feel strong and positive ... it is after all why I do it! Because I don't feel really alive unless I am creating.
Beautiful, love this!
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ReplyDeleteWonderful colours in the background.
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ReplyDeleteDelightfully fresh artwork, Rosie! I agree whole heartily, these colors lift my spirit! I actually like detailed cutting, there's something almost therapeutic about it. I'm glad you joined us!
ReplyDeleteI so enjoy seeing your creativity on your blog. You are a daily stop for me.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous, and in my favorite colours.
ReplyDeleteLove your work, love your writing.
ReplyDelete(Have given you an award on my blog).
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I would love this one if it was still available Rosie. We could do a 3 for 3 trade if you like? I don't have ATC's made at the moment but can easily make you 3.
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