Little Owl
Acrylic in canvas 12” x 12”
Inspiration for this has come from looking at “Molas”.
“Mola” means “shirt” or “clothing”. The mola originated with the tradition of Kuna women painting their bodies with geometrical designs, using available natural colours; in later years these same designs were woven in cotton, and later still, sewn using cloth bought from the European settlers of Panamá.
Molas have their origin in the body painting. Only after the colonization by the Spanish and contact with missionaries the Kuna started to transfer their traditional geometric designs on fabric, first by painting directly on the fabric and later by using the technique of reverse application. It is not known for certain when this technique was first used. It is assumed that the oldest molas are between 150 and 170 years old.
I was drawn by their bold use of bright colours and stylied shapes.
I have started to design my own ‘molas’ using my favourite creatures.
Also my brother asked me recently to paint a picture(s) suitable for his conservatory. The theme was supposed to be South American … but it has turned out Central American. Anyway, I found tem most enjoyable to create.
Little Owl belongs to the following groups:
Acrylic Painting, Artists with Disabilities, AW Welcome Center, New Zealand Made, ONLY OWLS, Owl Artwork, Painted Birds! , The Birds and Vibrant and Vivid Color Available for sale asGreeting Cards, Matted Prints, Laminated Prints, Mounted Prints, Canvas Prints, Framed Prints and Posters
artist4peace
SWEEEET! very sweet image,Anni,great design and colors
Anni Morris replied
Hi Dalzenia, yup I’m fond of owls (and cats…and elephants etc….) loved using simplified lines here and the boldness of colour. Thanks for having a look ~ Hugs Anni :)
amanda marx
anni, this is so gorgeous . . . love your commentary too sweetie . . . beautiful work
xXX
Anni Morris replied
Amanda, Glad you like it…it is so good to get the brushes out again, thanks for looking :) ~ Anni xxx
amanda marx
you’ve been missed darly girl . . . so glad your back . . . love your work sweetie
xXx
Virginia McGowan
wonderful ,simply superb .love the design .
Anni Morris replied
hey thanks ginny. nice of you to stop and comment :) ~ Anni
AnitaInverarity
A lovely stylised piece- Great ! xxxxxx
Anni Morris replied
:) Yay…glad you like it Anita xxxxx
izzybeth
These are so pretty. they remind me of applique.
Anni Morris replied
Hi izzybeth, that is quite right. The mola designs today are more often made with cloth and appliqued. Thanks for your comment :) ~ Anni
calves
Sweet image,Anni!!!
love this:)
Anni Morris replied
Awww thanks so much Claudia for your comment. ~ Anni :)
missmilly
Great image! Well done Anni! :) Milly
Anni Morris replied
Hi again milly, thanks for your comment ;) ~ Anni
catherine walker
Another beauty ..wow this is a series..
the cat painting was gorgeous now this one of the bird ..is beautiful!!
well done..
Anni Morris replied
Hi catherine, yes …had the owl and the pussycat…what next I wonder???? Thanks for your support :) ~ Anni
Hemalata
Excellent! Keep up this series, Anni – they are truly beautiful!
Anni Morris
Hi again Hemelata, thanks for your supportive comments on these little bright paintings, much appreciated :) ~ Anni :)
Alexandra Felgate
Fanatastic!!!!!! Love it. I am very partial to owls, and I love the fascinating history of these people you have given. Great artwork Anni!!!
Anni Morris replied
Thanks Alexandra, yes I have a small owl collection (not real)...I had a superb new addition last month, a large garden owl bought for me by my daughter. There is so much art from other countries still to explore isn’t there? ~ Anni :)
Lynne Mettam
Where is the pea green boat and the sea!! Next one?? maybe. Love the owl and the pussycat, very nicely put together Anni.
Anni Morris replied
Hi Lynne, Good to hear from you. Yes I will do the owl and the pusycat sometime promise….that rhyme is one of my favourites. Thanks ;)) ~ Anni
Karin Taylor
you found them most enjoyable to create and Anni, we find them most enjoyable to view, they are delightful new works and quite a different offering from you, wonderfully colourful, vibrant and refreshing, quality as always :)
Anni Morris replied
Thanks Karin. Nice of you to say :) ~ Anni
cardiocentric
I really liked the explanation behind this piece, and the way it was executed. I’ve been practicing emulating native styles for a while now, mostly northwestern indian artwork, and this was very inspiring.
Anni Morris replied
Thanks cadiocentric for your words, I’ll look out for your northweatern indian artwork :) ~ Anni
Mara Panich
Really like these graphics. what a wonderful series!
Anni Morris replied
Thank you very much Mara for looking in and commenting ) ~ Anni
Waleska Luker
So lovely and fun like a carnival of colors! It fits perfectly in the First Things Group!
Anni Morris replied
Thanks WaleskaL, I’ll look out the group :) ~ Anni
sword
Stunning work.I just love the strong block colours….Also enjoyed reading the little bit of history behind the work…Well done this is my sort of art
Anni Morris replied
Hi Sword, Trust you are keping well and enjoying a sunny English summer? I have jusr posted this orignal off to my brother in the UK (a birthday present for him…I am also sending the ‘little cat’ painting painting too). I love my strong colours and sometimes it is very enjoyable to simplify forms. Best regards ~ Anni :)
Marilyn Baldey
Nice strong patterning.
Anni Morris replied
Many thanks Marilyn for viewing my work and taking the time to make a variety of comments ~ Anni :)