A new rose: I attempt something different

Here's a rose I painted on an old cake-board.

Instead of my usual one-stroke rose, I decided to try to paint this in the style that oil-painters use. So, this is my attempt at it:

Over-lapping leaves

I wanted to paint this white cup with leaves - and the idea came to me that they should overlap. So, I had some colours out on the palette and tried to create autumn . . .

When it was done, I felt they'd look better out-lined: so I got out my liner brush, and dipped it in black!

And here's the result:

Blue

It's been a while since I held a brush in my hand, and finally, I managed to this:

The three pieces I did: A coffee mug and two martini glasses

One side . . . 

... and the other

These look better if you're looking into them!

... like this!

... or like this.

While I trying for a better shot, one of the martini glasses fell off the shelf - so now, there's only one. Ahh, well... I'll just have to paint another one. And now that I've finally started painting again, I'll soon have more pix for this blog :)

Custom-colour chalkboard paint :)

Custom Colors How-To

Start with flat-finish latex paint in any shade. For small areas, such as a door panel, mix 1 cup at a time.

1. Pour 1 cup of paint into a container. Add 2 tablespoons of unsanded tile grout. Mix with a paint stirrer, carefully breaking up clumps.

2. Apply paint with a roller or a sponge paintbrush to a primed or painted surface. Work in small sections, going over the same spot several times to ensure full, even coverage. Let dry.

3. Smooth area with 150-grit sandpaper, and wipe off dust.

4. To condition: Rub the side of a piece of chalk over entire surface. Wipe away residue with a barely damp sponge.

 

Taken from: Martha Stewart. com

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