Grisaille of Alison

Have spent hours trying to get this grasaille of Alison to look good, but finally gave up when it dawned on me that I wouldn't get the right look with the craft paint I was using.  Good enough for now.  I can work off of copies of this and try some different techniques using glazing.  The photo was taken of her in Thailand by her friend, Lisa Harrington and I feel it pretty much captures her.

Xena

Xena, Warrior Princess - this dog is so not.  I can't believe our good fortune in finding a dog that is sweet, snugly, beautiful, playful, friendly and quiet!  The only thing I can find wrong with her is that she needs a dental appointment. She is such a pleasure to have around.  As I get to know her better, I'm sure you will be seeing a whole lot of her :)

Lady in Red

This was an attempt to be more "loose" when painting.  The technique is to scribble water soluable pencil and blend with gesso. It's really fun!   I did this on the skin and love the freshness of the look. The rest of the piece is acrylic, collage and stencil. 

Snow Goose

This one was a total blast.  I'm using a technique taught by Judy Wise called Found Image.

Geraniums

This one started out as a practice for a bigger painting.  I like it enough to frame it and hang it in the bathroom.  Kind of cheery and of course LOVE red flowers!

Globetrotters

Nice pic taken of Alison and Paul as both return from overseas trips.  Alison has been living in Thailad for an entire year, and Paul went on a long weekend to England to spend time with his sweetheart, Aisha.  It's wonderful to have all my chicks in Denver again!

Dreaming

I really like this little painting.  I might make it into a journal book, or maybe it will just be tucked in a small spot as a surprise!