"Backgrounds Created on Arches Watercolor Block"

Hi everyone!

This is an example of  what I do when I want to do several small pieces on watercolor block.  I will measure the block dividing it into several "pieces".     I will paint the backgrounds at the same time while acknowledging the borders of each piece.  I will paint and collage 2 or 3 layers over the entire block before turning to each piece individually.  At the point I have pictured here, I am ready to work on each piece personally.

By doing the background in this fashion the paper stays intact on the block and I get the same non-warping benefit I get with the larger pieces I do on this 9 x 12 block.  On this block we have 1- 5 x 5, 1- 4 x 4, and 7- ATC's. 

My scan bed is slightly smaller so some edges are cut- off in the image. 

I have an idea for each of  the larger pieces and 2 of the  ATC's.  I am hoping for inspiration as I move along through the process.  Sometimes I get the whole block done... and often times I become impatient and end up cutting out the completed ones to get them mounted or framed.  In the latter case I will finish the remaining pieces off the block.

In the upper left corner the daisy (my favorite flower) is missing it's center because I am sitting a baby on it and hoping the precious little face will become it's center... we'll see.

I sold most of my ATC's at Rockbrook last weekend... so I am needing some serious recovery!

I'll post the finished products a little further in the weekend. 

Thanks for looking!

Brandie

Comments

[rc helicopter]

Impressive blog! -Arron

[aunt sharnie]

brandie you are so good at what you do you will go far. and i was there when brandie got that picture of her grandfather, and it took her breath away. and she said he is looking right at me. and tears came to her eyes. that piece will be beautiful when you get it done. so now when will i be able to see it?at a art show huh!! well keep up the good work. grandpa is watching over you. love you. bye

[Regina]

Thanks for sharing! Brilliant way to develop a group of pieces. Looking forward to the end results.
Regina