I let my imagination run wild and creativity take hold. As a young girl in school I would often drift off to another world, dreaming of imaginary people and places while tuning out the lessons of the day (briefly). Recently I have been fixated on change, imagining something different for myself. So I decided to take a leap, to follow a new path and forge through the unknown. Ready for new adventures.
Go ahead and imagine your own possibilities!
Marker on paper
Let me take you on my journey, the process of creating this mixed media family portrait (caricature) I began by using recycled material, in this case I used a composite board that was part of a frame, it is the base in which I build upon…
Lately I have been experimenting with cut paper, and other materials to mix up my creations, thanks to my participation in the 100 artworks challenge,
Using my composite board as base, and a beach theme, my background consists of various patterns, colors and shapes. My art drug of choice Mod Podge (matte medium and glossy) to adhere the paper to the board and also coat everything when completed.
After the background is in place, rough sketches were made for the portrait rendering. Played around with the cut sketches to figure out my placement and size. When satisfied with the look, I transferred the drawing onto watercolor paper (Canson cold press 140lbs) painted with (Rowney) Watercolor and black marker was used to render the portraits.
When the watercolor portraits were completed, I cut out each person to adhere individually to the board. Some finishing touches were added, cut paper birds, surf board and use of metallic marker. Final step, coating the entire board with matte medium Mod Podge including a coat of a glossy finish for the surf board and just the ocean area.
The finished product
-watercolor, marker and cut paper on board
Looking beyond the self only to come back empty handed.
51/ 100 artworks challenge
Mixed media: watercolor, marker, cut paper, matte medium on wood.
It felt like I was adrift at sea too long, encountered many storms along the way, but the journey has been a thrill. The weather has changed, now my course is set, I will hang on for a bit longer and enjoy the view.
My illustrated life set up- Background: acrylic on canvas. Small sailboat and my mini me: watercolor, pen on paper
October 9th starts the first art drop. I will be placing art in the open throughout Philadelphia. Keep a lookout for a clue tomorrow morning. Good luck!!
Follow me on Instagram @jensimaginings
Dates of Art Grab October 9, 10, 11 & 13th
I will follow the path designed for me, it may be bumpy, unfamiliar and at times sketchy, but I will always be drawn to it. Own that path!
Watercolor, marker on paper
Sometimes we need a little push to realize we already have our wings, its ok to fly
You are ready….
Drawing: watercolor & marker on paper
The masks we choose to hide behind become even bigger burdens to carry…. Know that you are enough.
watercolor, marker on paper
jennifer barrile 