The Experimental Artist
I do a lot of experimenting when it comes to technique and medium. Sometimes the experiment fails miserably yet the experience is worthwhile and one I’ll repeat. Other times I really like how it turned out. Here are a few of my recent experiments. You can decide if I passed or failed. Either way I enjoyed myself.
Sprayed watercolor and ink on paper
Crayola markers with water on paper
I had no idea I could mix a basic crayola marker with water and get the color to stand up so nicely.
I even decided I’d attempt to combine sawdust with oil paint on paper then on a cotton panel. Here are the results from that experiment.
sawdust, oil on paper, not for sale
sawdust, oil on paper, not for sale
paper
Rolling Hills, sawdust, oil on paper, SOLD
“Out West” , sawdust, oil on cotton panel available @ sundrip.etsy.com
I’m more pleased with some of these than I am with others still it’s been fun experimenting and moving outside my comfort zone.
In addition to painting I sew, which I enjoy immensely.
Those crafts can be seen at this link
When I’m Not Painting
http://www.redbubble.com/people/sundrip/journal/3048286-when-im-not-painting
I’ve also tried knitting and crocheting but I think it would be more fun to stab myself in the eye with the needle than to continue those two projects. At one point I sat there and thought, “What the hell am I doing? Why am I punishing myself this way?” I figure I’ll stick to my other arts and leave needle crafts to those with more patience.
Experiment. Have fun. Don’t stab yourself in the eye.
Faith-Magdalene Austin
SUNDRIP – Art for Life
catherine walker
fabulous and interesting ..so well done
yes I like to experiment too..most of mine are flops but you’ve got some beauty’s there..you’re a real artist~..always wanting to create and try new styles and mediums..I’m making some hand made paper at present..what a messy job it is too for a few sheets of paper..but I can’t help myself and I’m always doing something
I applaud your interesting experiments..well done again and the crayola and water one looks fantastic!
xxxooo
F. Magdalene A... replied
ooohhh, paper making…do show when you’re done. :-)
Faith