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| 50/50 #47 |
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| 50/50 (47) |
This background was created by using gesso on a commercial stamp. White gesso on white paper can create a subtle effect if glazed like this one with a light wash. If I used a much darker color, the texture would stand out much more. The part of the paper without the gesso absorbs the paint much more, creating the contrast. It's good to learn which techniques don't create so much contrast with the final image but do create some additional interest to the piece.
10 comments:
I calls them like I sees them, Myrna, truly. I think this piece is also perfect and beautiful. You are one of the few artists who sees the beauty in older faces, and you make me see it too.
Thats a really cool effect! It's a wonderful drawing too. What is a commercial stamp?
Myrna, I think the eyes take the prize in every single of your portraits in 50/50 :)
As always, Sherry, thank you for your kind words.
Hi Katherine. Glad you like this one. A commercial stamp is simply one you can buy as opposed to one you make yourself.
Thank you, Meera. You are always so encouraging.
Very nice effect! I love learning new things - thanks for sharing!
Thank you, Heather! I, too, love learning new things. I also like to pay it forward.
a very, very talented lady you are.....
Thank you, Karin, for the lovely comment!
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