2015 Theme 3: Paint
Hi
everyone, Lynne Moncrieff (Adorn) joining
you
this evening with a post focusing on Fresco Finish Acrylic Paints for
you.
Frescos are the feature of this canvas, whether applied straight from the bottle to create colour and texture directly on the canvas, or to paint white cardstock in preparation for the stamped components of the canvas. For the painted cardstock, I set about mixing Frescos to create bespoke colours. The resultant colours are not intended as substitutes for any particular Fresco Finish Acrylic, the idea is to extend the working power of your favourite Frescos.
The newly designed Sara Naumann stamp sets influenced the style of my canvas which has a whimsical nature to it.
Frescos are the feature of this canvas, whether applied straight from the bottle to create colour and texture directly on the canvas, or to paint white cardstock in preparation for the stamped components of the canvas. For the painted cardstock, I set about mixing Frescos to create bespoke colours. The resultant colours are not intended as substitutes for any particular Fresco Finish Acrylic, the idea is to extend the working power of your favourite Frescos.
The newly designed Sara Naumann stamp sets influenced the style of my canvas which has a whimsical nature to it.
A
base layer of pattern and texture was laid down on the box canvas in
the form of floral fabric, muslin and vintage book text adhered with Golden Regular Gel Medium Matt with Grunge Paste applied through sequin waste.
Once
dry, working in a random fashion I applied new Fresco Finish Acrylic
paints:- Buff, Banana Southern Skies, Prawn, Jade, Blue Oyster, Glass
Blue and Blueberry with an artist palette knife. When finished with
applying the Frescos I randomly applied white Gesso. Between layers of
paint I would mist with water, allowing the paint to drip down the
panel. A final touch of dry brushed Gesso to highlight the texture
achieved from the Grunge Paste.
When happy with the canvas it was time to move to the next step ...
ESN15
Southern Skies, Blueberry, Wisteria and Vanilla were mixed before applying with a foam brush to a stamp from ESN15. This was randomly stamped directly onto the canvas. (Note that this stamp was used later in the project as the centre for the flower.)
ESN13
Inking the music score from ESN13 with Staz-on Jet Black I randomly stamped onto the canvas. I repeated with the handwritten script stamp from this same set.
![](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1ptuNEO9GdKS0E6ETl_M37o54IljeJETBhvfOjhiyVNTbQnvHMRvpeZcYX2qu4oJGrSec1iyPe0pyr0eNIrIHIbDYHGFPCwA1rUxgx17qGHokVxa_c8JjK4H3GUplfkvhOGjhm2Xd_OpF/s280/FOUR.jpg)
At
this stage the canvas was laid aside allowing me to focus on painting
cardstock which was painted in different colours for the various stamped
components. For the first sheet of cardstock the photo below shows the quantities I mixed of:- Prawn, Bougainvillea, Wisteria and Vanilla before applying with a baby wipe.
Did you guess that
the bird's wing forms the bloom? Once I had stamped enough wings forthe bloom I continued stamping as the wing, when cut lengthwise, forms
the scalloped border for the top and bottom edges of the canvas. The
bird's wing also creates the leave for the flower. This little bird is
such a useful stamp!
Leftover
paint from the above step was applied to a length of seam binding with a
baby wipe (Once dry apply a light application of Gel Medium and twist
the length of seam binding. Leave to dry.). For the star, after
stamping, I applied Fresco Finish Metallic Glaze.
It was after the stamped elements were adhered and I stepped back from the canvas that I decided to add details with a Sharpie white paint pen and randomly stamped the handwritten text from ESN15 with Staz-on Jet Black ink.
Let me share some detail photographs of the finished canvas.
It was after the stamped elements were adhered and I stepped back from the canvas that I decided to add details with a Sharpie white paint pen and randomly stamped the handwritten text from ESN15 with Staz-on Jet Black ink.
Then stamping with paint, the linked circles from ESN13.
Colour Paint Recipes:-
Petals and Scallop Edging:- Prawn, Bougainvillea, Wisteria and Vanilla
Flower Centre:- Smurf, Banana and Vanilla
Star and Word Tiles:- Banana and Vanilla + Metallic Glaze
Bird:- Glass Blue and Banana
Bird's wing and Leaves:- Blue Oyster, Banana and Vanilla
The
world of colour is still a relatively new place for me to venture into
and I never could imagine that I would create a canvas so embracing of
colour. I hope
this blog post will inspire you whether you are new to stamping with
paint or mixing your own paint colours. As beautiful as Frescos are when
applied directly from the bottle, just imagine the possibilities you
have at your fingertips for creating a whole new world of colour to play
with.
Wishes
Lynne (Adorn)
Wishes
Lynne (Adorn)
We love your exploration into colour on this project and that you worked out with your comfort zone. The new additions to the Fresco Finish paint family look wonderful applied to texture with their true colour pigments remaining intact. We can't wait to see how they will be used. Thank you for sharing your gorgeous project and your colour paint recipies Lynne.
We would love you to join in with challenge #3: Paint. If you are inspired by any of our guests who blog with us over the fortnight, then please join in and link up your creativity HERE.
All links go in the draw to win a voucher to spend on products of your choice from the PaperArtsy online store. The Fresco Paints link will close 17:00 (London Time) Sunday, Feb 22nd, winner will be announced 2 hours later at 19:00.
This canvas is beautiful Lynne. Your colour blending and experimenting skills are top notch. Fabulous:). Xxx.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous work - such a beautiful canvas.
ReplyDeleteThis is such an inspiring canvas Lynne. I like the idea of misting in between colours and the White gesso shows up the texture beautifully. Such a good idea to mix new paint colours! Exciting stuff, thanks! X
ReplyDeleteLuscious colours and textures!
ReplyDeletewhat a fabulous canvas, I love the colour combinations.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous canvas, I love the bright colours.
ReplyDeleteFabulous colour Lynne.....you really rocked this project. I love the wonderful texture and the stamps are stunning. Definitely on my wish list.
ReplyDeleteGreat step by step too
Huge hugs Annie
Wonderful colours and a beautiful composition Lynne!
ReplyDeleteAlison xxx
Gorgeous, Lynne, lovely colours and texture!
ReplyDeleteLucy x
Love it! really nice colour choices :o)
ReplyDeleteLoved following your adventures with this canvas, Lynne. There is so much to learn here - the paint recipes as well as the great tip for creating the stem with the seam binding. I love all the texture too. A lovely and inspiring project. xx
ReplyDeleteWonderful canvas Lynne with gorgeous colours and wonderful mix of stamps. Lots of interesting and very effective techniques shown too.
ReplyDeleteHugs
Lesley Xx
absolutely awesome canvas Lynne - the colours and texture are amazing - lots of fun here - I bet you had very painty hands once you had finished! Big hugs Rachel x
ReplyDeleteLovely colours and techniques of the background. Wonderful using the new Sarah's stamps. xxx
ReplyDeleteOh wow Lynne, what a stunning canvas! This is so different for you but it looks absolutely amazing! Anne xx
ReplyDeleteOh Lynne... I am SO in LOVE with your wonderful canvas!!!! What a fantastic post and brilliant artwork you have succeeded to make, so full of bright colours to the glory of the new paints (after reading you I want them ALL, as well as these two stamps sets I already liked much and now I love!). I adore this and your explanations are fantastic! Hugs, Coco xx
ReplyDeleteLynne,
ReplyDeleteThese colors are amazing, thanks so much for stepping out of your comfort zone to help us see the potential. I only have a few colors of Fresco paint right now so I may just mix a few and see what I can come up with. Great idea with the seam binding, thanks
lynne, I think they made the paints and stamps special order just for you!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful canvas Lynne...you and those pretty paints got along famously!
ReplyDeleteoxo
Oh Lynne, I never thought I would see you use those colours together, lol- but the end result is wonderful, dear. Your great texture and the stricking colours makes it so happy, and fun- and I love how you used the birds wing to create the flower and the edges,- YES ,hehe, I guessed it before reading, dear friend .
ReplyDeleteAlso your background stamping of all kinds looks fantastic !!
Dorthe xx
I love not only your use of color here but also the textures! Absolutely amazing and beautifully done. Very spring-like, something we certainly need after this harsh winter weather.
ReplyDeleteI love it when you do the bright shades Lynne! It looks wonderful!Everything about this canvas ticks all the bright colour boxes for me, this is so totally my preferred colour palette at the moment!!
ReplyDeleteLove your colors and texture- and really like the step by step pictures!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!!! I really like how you've used color and the palette knife in the background.
ReplyDeleteWow wow wow loving the bright funky colours, totally awesome. Kezzy :-) xxx
ReplyDelete