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Tuesday, July 3, 2012

THE MIDAS TOUCH!

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This is another background on deli paper with acrylic.  The paper has a very different character from tissue.  I added gold for highlights on the face to bring out the drawing.  I like the simplicity of line drawing. 

I found a book of Ben Shahn's drawings today in a used book store in Palo Alto.  I think I love his work more and more.  It is inspiring me.  

Tomorrow I will be doing lots of drawings on the finished backgrounds.


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7 comments:

  1. Meera RaoJuly 4, 2012 at 3:45 AM

    Love the eyes, again! I sure hope I can see these in person,

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  2. Autumn LeavesJuly 4, 2012 at 3:55 AM

    You must be so pleased with these pieces, Myrna. They really are exquisite!

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  3. susanJuly 4, 2012 at 6:42 AM

    What is deli paper? Where do you purchase it? Thanks

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  4. Myrna WacknovJuly 4, 2012 at 5:27 PM

    Hi Meera, Come and visit and I'll take you to the exhibit so you can see them in person!

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  5. AnonymousJuly 4, 2012 at 5:27 PM

    Sherry, thanks for checking in every day!

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  6. Myrna WacknovJuly 4, 2012 at 5:30 PM

    Hi Susan, Deli paper is used by Ann Bagby in her collage work. It is the non-waxed squares that they wrap sandwiches in at Delicatessens. You can usually find them at warehouse type stores. It comes with about 500 sheets to a box!!!

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  7. susanJuly 8, 2012 at 5:45 AM

    Thanks myrna ... I am anxious to try this technique! I love your work!

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