Butterflies in Silk

#6  This scarf was the recent result of getting my silk scarves and dyes out.  Mostly, I was just hoping to re-familiarize myself with how the dyes act on the fabric.  I drew the butterflies free style with resist and then just played with colors and let them mingle on the silk.  The whole process, including the steaming and washing, was much simpler than I remembered.  Next up: something with grapes.  The scarf is already stretched on the frame.  

Mandied Apple

#5.  A dear friend made a request for a red apple painting as a reminder of her home state.  I hope she likes it.  I'm kind of getting into the groove of this painting thing.  

A little bit of Maui heaven

Day #4  Okay, now I want to go to Hawaii.  This hibiscus has inspired me to get out my silk and fabric dyes and create a version of this on a scarf.  I think the design is better suited for a watercolor type expression than acrylic.  Getting the acrylic paints to behave as I wanted, while they dried extra fast in the 100+ heat (with a broken air conditioner) was a bit of a challenge.

An Apple a Day

Day #3.  Now, while I may have vowed "a painting a day," keep in mind that I did not promise a painting EVERY day.  And this is a graphite drawing, not a painting.  Other than those two minor indiscretions, I am spot on for my goals.  I began this apple study in prep of doing an apple painting (yes, Mandy, work is in progress) and just got carried away.  Pencil work has never been my favorite, but there is something satisfying about seeing the shading shape up.