Tuesday, November 8, 2011

Umbrella Man


I have only just started playing with working on canvas.  This was my first solo attempt.  I really was not sure what I was doing but I actually love the result.  I started out with a text paper background.  I have done several layers to add a little dimension.  Then I discovered the Tim Holtz Umbrella Man die.  I wanted to create the feeling of being the one in the crowd that stands out. 


I have used the Viva Precious Metal Turquoise all over the canvas in different thicknesses.  I then used the Viva Croco Crackling Colour - Transparent over the top.


The variation to the crackle is so much fun to play with.  It looks great as a background or even over the top as I have done it here.  It was exactly the effect that I was looking for on this canvas.

Thanks for stopping by.

Tracey
xoxo

3 comments:

  1. oh Tracey this is just gorgeous. Love the crackle and especially love the idea behind it of being the one in the crowd that stands out.

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  2. Fantastic! So much feeling and expression in this piece. My personal application: Me, on a depressingly dreary morning, sitting in front of my happy light and feeling like I can make it through one more day.
    Thank you.

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