I've been experimenting with art these days, in different forms and mediums. I've never been much of a hand at drawing, haven't tried painting much; if I'm in any sort of hurry my pictures look like a three-year-old's. But I wondered what I could do if I took my time and just enjoyed myself; setting a leisurely pace, trying things out to see what I could do, and having fun with it. And I decided to inspire my first attempts by my love of stars, and add appropriate quotes.
I didn't actually plan this all out in advance. My idea for this theme came while in the process of embroidering this. I had such fun I thought I'd share them.
This next is my favorite art-form. I'm not even sure what you call it... layered paper art, I suppose. I've been making these as long as I can remember; inspired first, I think, by the show Little Bill, and the child's picture book Feast for 10. But I had never tried to mimic any famous works. As you can see this is a rough representation of Van Gogh's magnificent 'Starry Night', with Sarah Williams' "I have loved the stars too fondly to be fearful of the night".
Ta-da!
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I love every piece, Olivia. I truly do. As you might know, I've been studying painting again. My teacher was trained in the Russian Academy. She's probably one of the best teachers I've ever had. One thing she's taught me that I'll never forget, is to take my time. I used to think that if you could accomplish something well, you could do it quickly. But that only to frustration. Now I've learned that you can spend hours on a simple drawing, and that is perfectly fine. It's helped me to relax, and freed me creatively. Again, I love everything you made. You inspired me.
Thank you so much, my friend! You are ever an encouragement to me. I look forward to more hours of relaxing over bits of artistry. :)
My day made. Thank you for this bright post. We've been in the doldrums today. This feast for the eyes is spirit lifting. Thank you, Livi. I'm not so silly as to think for a moment that it was done for my benefit, but it soothed and satisfied nonetheless. Your words...your heart... have a way of doing that for me. Love you. <3
So pleased to have brightened your day a trifle! In a way, it was for you -- my lack of skills in the 'pictionary' and 'paper' category inspired me to try new things; as did Carley's beauteous drawings.
And of course if my blog brings a smile to anyone, it was very much done 'for their benefit'.
Love you!
Oh my goodness! This made me incredibly happy. I love your interpretation of "Starry Night". I want it hanging on my wall!
I did a watercolour of Big Ben too recently. :)
i love all of it! So glad youre getting to try many creative things! I like the embroidery!
christina
Absolutely lovely, Livi! You are a girl with many talents and interests, an inspiration to this middle-aged mom!
Mrs. Barber
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