Pysanky, Mixed Media, Photography, Painting and Beaded Jewelry
Saturday, May 15, 2010
Preparing 50 Panels
I've been preparing my panels for my artwork for the 50/50 show. I begin painting on Monday and want to have as many panels prepared as possible. Ideally I wanted all 50 completed before I began painting, but that seems unrealistic at this point. I have cut unprimed canvas that I am gluing onto each panel, wrapping the sides, then am priming each panel. I 'm experimenting with some high grade house paint primer as gesso. I'll let you know how that works out. I have real gesso that I may use for a second coat.
I have found using house paint not a good idea especially since finding out that it has a way shorter life span than artists paints. Best to stick with artist gesso. I had some paintings I used house paint on as a base some years back and regret it since after a show they came back with small areas missing color. It seems the paint does not bind securely to house paint and upon researching it after the fact I now know why. Live and learn, but hopefully by passing the information on other artists looking for less expensive alternatives will be saved from later grief.
My work is a journey of visual and emotional discovery. Transformation is taking place in my art and life in surprising ways. Unearthing buried histories by peeling away layers is a process I explore by mixing media and materials that resonate with me. Through this experimentation, I realize truth is only reality as it is currently perceived.
I grew up with creative parents who influenced my focus. My father a photographer; my mother a painter and excellent cook; and both musicians.
I loved the outdoors of the Santa Clara Valley; its birds and wildlife. I played in extensive orchards surrounding our house. I delighted in my grandfather's gigantic edible garden and abundant flowering plants.
I got my Brownie camera at age 7, and began capturing my visions. Painting and drawing soon followed. I enjoyed sailing and swimming and camping with my family. Through school I took as much art as possible. I got an A.A. in Graphic Design with honors at Foothill College, then attended the San Francisco Art Institute where I earned a BFA in Painting.
As a birder, I travelled to remote places in far and offbeat corners of the US, Canada, Mexico, South America, and the Philippines to enjoy nature and get inspiration.
I currently live in beautiful Pacifica, California.
I serve on the Board for The Art Guild of Pacifica and am the Membership Chair. Since 1995, I've met monthly with The Bookgangstas, who read and discuss books. I contribute to their blog. When time and mood allows, I make beaded jewelry.
I show and sell work locally, and have received awards for my work. My continuing study includes workshops with prominent artists who inspire me.
I've been preparing my panels for my artwork for the 50/50 show. I begin painting on Monday and want to have as many panels prepared as possible. Ideally I wanted all 50 completed before I began painting, but that seems unrealistic at this point. I have cut unprimed canvas that I am gluing onto each panel, wrapping the sides, then am priming each panel. I 'm experimenting with some high grade house paint primer as gesso. I'll let you know how that works out. I have real gesso that I may use for a second coat.
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I have found using house paint not a good idea especially since finding out that it has a way shorter life span than artists paints. Best to stick with artist gesso. I had some paintings I used house paint on as a base some years back and regret it since after a show they came back with small areas missing color. It seems the paint does not bind securely to house paint and upon researching it after the fact I now know why. Live and learn, but hopefully by passing the information on other artists looking for less expensive alternatives will be saved from later grief.
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