tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28277327947125114742024-03-05T02:45:49.632-08:00Joanne Abbott ArtJourney into the Blog: An Artist's JournalJoanne Abbotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06778986693003481679noreply@blogger.comBlogger53125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2827732794712511474.post-57195691098790967162018-02-01T06:00:00.004-08:002018-02-01T06:02:30.184-08:00January update!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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New Painting! Acrylic painting with palette knife. 12 x 24 gallery wrapped canvas. </h4>
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I now know the fascination with cow paintings. I took the time while in Stanstead Quebec visiting my husbands cousins, to wander around and snap some photos of the beautiful farm country. This definitely included some beautiful fields full of cows. Love the coloring although far from the usual colors I enjoy painting with in most of my paintings. </div>
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Have to admit painting used way more paint then I was comfortable with and next time will add in some medium. I do love the texture. I had planned to do another cow but struggled to capture the face and decided to change the design. That being said another cow painting will be forthcoming :) </div>
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So a few of my paintings have been juried into the FCA exhibitions and have been in Vancouver this past month. One managed to be part of the FCA website cover....nice. Nice to have some paintings out there beyond Abitibi-Temiscamingue. </div>
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Classes are in full swing . Beautiful work by students. Painter's Palate event occurred just this past Sunday with 18 participants. Repeating the project of Winter Birch Trees tonight for another fun evening of painting up in Kipawa.</div>
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Painter's Palate: Canvas Paint and Wine </h4>
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Children's Drawing Class: ages 10-12 </h4>
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Adult Class: Birds in Art An acrylic painting of a chickadee by one student. </h4>
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Paintings of an Eagle Eye to practice detailing.<br /> </h4>
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Today is February 1st so what is up for February? I have a few commissions that I will focus on as well as completing a series of illustrations for two clients who has been patiently waiting while I complete my Art Therapy degree. Will also be setting up a new Painter's Palate event for February. </div>
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Joanne Abbotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06778986693003481679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2827732794712511474.post-63309465478066994052018-01-14T06:12:00.006-08:002018-01-14T06:12:58.728-08:00Art classes starting this week!!!!!I am excited to be starting a new session of art classes.<br />
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"Puppetry" for ages 7-12 starting January 15th 4-5</div>
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"Drawing" forages 10-15 starting January 15th 7-8</div>
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"mixed media " for ages 7-10 starting January 16th 4-5</div>
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"Birds in Art" for adults starting Tuesday January 16th at 6:30-8:30 </div>
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January 28th I will also be hosting a Painter's Palate : Canvas , Paint and Wine Event at the Train Station Museum . Course will run form 7 to 9:30 Cost is $45 which includes all supplies. </div>
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Getting back to pencils after focusing on acrylics . Although not completed these are practice pieces to warm up the fingers. Love graphite. There is something so special about the strong contrast and the building of values. <br />
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It is always fun to reflect on another year. For me it helps put a little perspective on where I was , where I am and where I would like to be. 2017 was overall a pretty good year. I continue to pursue art in its many forms from creating to teaching and to sharing my passion for using art as part of an overall approach to health and wellness.<br />
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2017 was Canada's 150th Birthday . Here is me and my husband celebrating with our annual Canada Day run. Always fun to dress up in Red and White and run through the streets of Temiscaming. The most fun was running through town with my daughter with a flag connecting us. That was brilliant.<br />
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<span style="text-align: left;"> I wanted to mark this anniversary artistically with an art exhibit and what better way than 150 small paintings, each capturing vignettes, landscapes, wildlife or people that were representative of Canada. Each canvas was 4 x 4 inches. It was a challenge to paint small but choosing the subject matter was easy. I have been fortunate to have traveled across Canada, coast to coast. Here is a selection of some of the paintings that I created. There is a story behind each painting, not necessarily grand or CBC worthy (actually my paintings did make it onto CBC haha) but maybe that's what makes it even more Canadian to me: simplicity.</span></div>
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It was also a year of window painting. I love window painting. It is so challenging. It seems easy but not really. Painting the way I do which involves blending has been a challenge. What people don't realize is that painting on the inside , looks different on the outside and involves reverse painting. </div>
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Inspired by my collection of mini Canada 150 paintings I tried to depict something special about each province and territory on different windows throughout Temiscaming and also in Kipawa. Each window was designed to capture either a landscape , wildlife and sometimes both and also the floral emblem of the provinces or territories. . Temiscaming is a Garden City and I thought the floral emblem was a unifying theme. </div>
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Here is the collection of paintings. Try to guess the provinces or territories :)<br />
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One province is missing . I ended up painting it on my own patio window.<br />
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Here are some close ups of some of the paintings.</div>
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I also decided to do a series of faces depicting our multicultural diversity. Now this was a challenge but I was really pleased with the results. I was really excited to see this project mentioned on CBC as well as including some of the images in a montage of Canada 150. </div>
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Managed to get a few art works published which is always exciting. Third year of having art work published in CP Hidden Treasures which is pretty exciting as I have been working predominantly in acrylics these past years. <br />
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I would really like to publish my own work. I wrote a story years ago ...and I mean years ago and maybe this is the year to work on the illustrations. Working on a few other illustrative projects that will finish up this winter.<br />
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I was super pleased to have my art work "Ottawa River" juried into an online exhibit of the Federation of Canadian Artists. What was more exciting was to have it selected as one of the 14 art works for the 2018 Calendar and put on the front cover. Have had a few other works juried into the Federation of Canadian Artists exhibits for 2018. In the process of shipping to Vancouver. </div>
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Although I did my first Painter's Palate: Canvas Paint and Wine event in 2016, 2017 marked the beginning of successful series of painting events. Great turnouts and super fun. I am planning to expand it this year to include more family or children events and parties. I am always amazed at what people can create in only a few hours. When I look at everyone's paintings , I am so excited by their abilities. Although a step by step process each person brings their uniqueness and personal creativity to the canvas.<br />
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Here are some other window painting projects I endeavored to try out. Lettering ...not so easy free hand. Need to work on that one but it worked out well for this sign. The tree design was created by the owner but was tricky to reproduce . Initially , it was just going to be an outline but I felt it needed color and by adding that as well as the loon design , well the sign just popped out! I love the Autumn Moose design . I was particularly excited to do a moose design for a window. Again reverse painting, so a little tricky. For those that may not know what reverse painting means, well it means working backwards, painting highlights first than gradually working in the background. </div>
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The Dance Studio was fun to design. The owner wanted particular colors in line with their logo but otherwise, I was free to design. I am always nervous at the beginning. I free hand most of the work so I am sketching on the window. I don't always have an exact design as once it starts going on the window I get a better idea how it will work and that's where the changes start happening. I really like this design : simple but I think it really stands out. </div>
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Here are a few Christmas designs and an elaborate woodlands themed windows on my own house which will be there until summer lol</div>
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This year I also started work on some watercolors and here are a few of my favorites. I love this format as the watercolor sheets are 6 x 9 </div>
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So what's new for 2018?? Well I plan to expand the painting events to include children's events and also family events. I am starting with some new art courses in January for adults and children . Just check out my FB page "joanneabbott-artist" .</div>
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One thing I put on hold this past year was my Art Therapy degree which is now a major focus to complete by June. That being said I plan to put on some workshops that look at unleashing one's creativity and art and wellness. So lots of planning .</div>
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I have some illustrations that I am working on and designs for paint events. Not as easy as one would think. I really like to design my own, so takes more time to design and than break it down into easy steps. But it is also fun to do. </div>
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Well it is January 1st 2018. The new year has arrived with a blast of cold air but with that cold air, there is sun. Can't beat that! </div>
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So yes this blog post has been self indulgent but for me sometimes I need to remind myself of things accomplished , things not accomplished and where I am going and how I will focus my time in the New Year. It is a process I go through every year: a reminder to myself . </div>
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So having said that I want to wish everyone a very Happy New Year . May this year be full of wonderful adventures and may each and everyone's creativity be explored and unleashed into the world.. </div>
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Joanne Abbotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06778986693003481679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2827732794712511474.post-77189775906480940102017-04-19T13:16:00.002-07:002017-04-19T13:16:26.026-07:00Mini Paintings<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Working on small paintings provides an opportunity to not only complete a painting in a day but allows one to try different styles and techniques in a small format that can then be adapted to a larger format. This particular birch tree painting was created using small brush strokes with a double or triple loaded brush applied to a black canvas. Birch trees were blocked in with white and detailed only after the leaves were applied. Simple painting yet effective with style and composition. Definitely a style I would further explore in a larger format. </div>
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The Loon painting was adapted from from a photo taken while canoeing in Manitoba. It was an early morning trip and the mist was still resting over the lake. The loon is always a thrill to see on the lake and had to be part of this collection of miniature paintings.</div>
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Newfoundland is a province I have had an opportunity to visit twice . I love the fishing villages and especially love the old boats resting in the fields or near a dock . This one I particularly loved probably because of the colors. </div>
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Each painting here is 4 x 4 inches and painted in acrylics. I will add more updates on project for Canada 150 . Stay tuned. </div>
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Joanne Abbotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06778986693003481679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2827732794712511474.post-27626948377122952792017-04-11T17:31:00.000-07:002017-04-11T17:31:04.394-07:00Canada at a Glance<div style="text-align: justify;">
I have started a project that is a collection of miniature paintings (4 x 4 ) depicting vignettes of Canada through the eyes of .... yours truly. I have been fortunate to have traveled a little throughout Canada and am always in awe at the beauty and splendor in our own back yard. When I travel, which is not often , I do love to witness and experience different cultures but I often feel like the Wizard of OZ ....I want to click my heels ....and repeat one of the more famous quotes in film history "There s no place like home".</div>
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Each painting holds a memory, a story, a moment captured while travelling through Canada. I have chosen not to just paint famous landmarks but to try to capture vignettes of what makes Canada great whether a person, a place, wildlife or images that capture the Canadian spirit. Of course it is from my perspective and therefor each painting deserves a story to explain why I chose to paint it . <br />
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This painting is of the Temiscaming Shoreline capturing the colorful reflections in the water. My husband and I, when kayaking usually enjoy skimming through the water close to the shoreline. It is by the shoreline that one can appreciate better the rock formations the intricate patterns of water reflections and at the same time be on the ever watchful lookout for birds and wildlife.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Caudex, serif; font-size: 13px;"> </span><span style="font-family: Caudex, serif;"> It is spring in Canada and many of us wake up to the beautiful sound of the Robin. I live in Temiscaming and am surrounded by woods. Early morning's are still and the song of the Robin resonates through our small town. It has been a long winter and we all listen with anticipation as that sound represents new beginnings and rebirth and finally we can put that snowblower away...or not....it is Canada.</span>Joanne Abbotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06778986693003481679noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2827732794712511474.post-350653435888661362017-01-18T08:28:00.001-08:002017-01-18T08:28:13.055-08:00What's New ? January 2017<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
Lots happening this Month. Always nice to start the year with a sold painting to someone who shares a love of Blue Jays. </div>
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So far paintings that I have been working on this year include : a few new miniature paintings . Each painting is done on a 4 x 4 canvas. Although a small canvas each painting takes hours to complete. I am trying new techniques and subjects that are more of a challenge for me:buildings, landscape and trees. :) </div>
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I am designing paintings for a new event Painter's Palate: Canvas ,Paint and Wine. I chose the Emperor Penguins as a relatively simple painting to accomplish for beginners as well as an appropriate subject for a valentine themed painting. It involves simple shapes and few colors. Although a simple design, participants will learn : blending, shading, and detailing. This image is a cropped portion and participants are encouraged to add in their own unique style or colors. </div>
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Working also on a series of whimsical Party Animals. This is the first one and still not complete ...detailing...always detailing. </div>
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Started working on some Cigar Box designs for a special project. I will post soon. Also working on watercolor illustrations for two very Special Projects .</div>
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A few Murals coming up. Need to finish them February and March. Will post as they are completed or as a work in progress. </div>
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School in Art Therapy not quite complete so I will be helping the APHTK(Association des personnes handicappe) along with the coordinator of the Train Station Museum to set up their first art show. After over a year working with them, thrilled to be able to display their art work and honour their accomplishments. </div>
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Midway into the year and busy which is great! Hopefully starting my final project in Art Therapy and finally graduate with a Masters level diploma in Art Therapy...Yay!!!!!</div>
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<span style="text-align: left;"> Upon reflection,2016 was a great year. I have been and continue to be able to follow my passions in life from painting , teaching art , art therapy, travel and of course pursuing an active lifestyle. I feel fit and healthy and that is good. I have a wonderful family and great friends. Can't get much better than that!</span></div>
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As an artist I have worked hard to develop my skills and focus my art on what is meaningful to me. I have always tried to do everything, from different mediums, subjects and styles and although it has helped me grow as an artist and continues to do so , I have learned to now focus and build on the art that I feel most passionate about: applying a zoom lens to capture the more intricate landscape of what we find in nature, the flora and fauna that surrounds us. I have a long way to go but I am so enjoying the journey. </div>
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Here are a few more recent works. The wolf image was based on some preliminary work in an art class I was teaching. The students did fabulous drawings of the wolf , meanwhile I was working on a painting. The reference for the wolf was based on a compilation of photos retrieved from morgue files and an image I remember of seeing a wolf on Gordon Lake road in the winter near my home. I had just come out of the walking trail with my son and turned to see it at the top of hill looking at us. It was a scary moment but a memorable moment. The other wildlife images are based on my own photos and artist reference photos to assist with details. I am particularly fond of the Algonquin Park resident...the bullfrog. The photograph was taken by my daughter while we were hiking in Algonquin Park. I am presently working on a series of paintings of this particular frog , with each painting trying to establish greater detail. </div>
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The moose was a regular visitor on Highway 63 in between North Bay , ON and Temiscaming , QC. Again a photo I believe taken by my daughter. If we are together she is on lookout while I am driving. :) As much as it would be nice to see a majestic moose with large antlers, I did when in Alberta, I am happy to render the cow and calf which I think are more dear to me. I have been fortunate to have witnessed, through out Canada, the scene of a young calf and sometimes two travelling with their mother. It is a beautiful scene. </div>
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I have had a few adventures trying to photograph a moose consisting of almost falling out a car because my husband was so excited when told their was a moose and two calves down the road. He started driving while I was only half way in the car. Another adventure was my husband getting charged by a moose when he got out of a kayak . We had been following, in our kayaks, the movement of a moose and her calf along the shores edge of Kearney Lake , while camping at Algonquin Park. We lost site of them and we didn't realize that they had crossed a marshy area...my husband got out, on to shore and then we heard the crashing of the cow. I never saw my husband move so fast, to get back into the kayak. A little scary , but funny also to watch. </div>
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The Dragonfly is rendered on a palette knife background. Designed from a close up photo of a dragonfly, taken while walking along the bike path in Temiscaming. Often there are so many flitting across the bike path during the summer and as common as they may appear they are still one of the most magnificent creatures.</div>
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The Blue Jay painting was designed from some images I had photographed from my backyard. The initial one is a 4 x 4 and was painting for a project i am presently working on Canada at 150 . The second Blue Jay is an 8 x 10 and has greater detail through layering and glazing. The Blue Jay is a special bird not only for its vibrant color and familiar sounds most prominent in the autumn and winter but also because it was my Mother's favourite bird. Still have a little work to do but fairly complete.</div>
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This past year I ordered 150 mini canvases for a project of 150 paintings depicting my travels across Canada , including images of wildlife seen throughout these travels. The images below are some initial paintings that may be included in this project . They are not all complete but it is a start. To complete this project by end of May , which is my goal..I will have to complete at least one per day. I am glad i started early :) </div>
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This year I also worked more on my Bangle designs. I am happy to say I was commissioned for a few very interesting Bangles , but for most I was provided free reign to design as I wished. My goal this year is to better market these bangles and sell online. I may require a hand model :) and better photography. Most designs are done using bold colors and patterns and a few reflect my passion for wildlife. </div>
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Window painting which I do annually near the Holiday season was a great success. I am always nervous at the beginning. Probably because it is so public and I am shy by nature. The first brush strokes are always shaky until I get into a rhythm. I always like to establish a theme and then design and them away I go. One window was inspired by our town hosting the Regional Quebec games in 2017. It was a fun window to design ...simple but colorful. I was asked to do a Holiday train which was super fun to design and paint. I always do Station Beaute , a hair salon, and the window reflects the elegance of her own decor. I suggested an owl design and that had to mean a snowy owl. It was a tricky design for reverse painting the owl, but turned out quite nice. </div>
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2016 marked my first Painter's Palate: Canvas , Paint and Wine event held at the Kipawa Community Hall. I had wanted to do this for over a year and a half but somewhat anxious to take it on myself. There were a few people that encouraged me and helped me along the way and for that i am thankful. it was a great success. I designed a winter scene, very tranquil and allowed each participant the opportunity to learn some new techniques and yet simple enough to ensure a successful painting experience for every one. </div>
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I was so excited by all the beautiful paintings created. Same design , yet all wonderfully different. I am presently preparing for another event in February and am available for private painting parties. My goal is a catalogue of paintings for people to chose from reflecting the seasons, holidays , special events , etc.. </div>
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I was also a participant this year in the Strathmore Papers, Pass the Journal Project : a collaborative effort of artists around the world to contribute a page spread and then pass on to another contributing artist. Thrilled to be included. I chose to illustrate using acrylics and pen , the Northern Gannets that I was fortunate to see while traveling in Gaspé , Quebec. </div>
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This year I also resumed some decorative painting during the Holiday Season, taking orders for custom designed ornaments.</div>
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I am super excited about my art classes that I teach from my home studio. I really love teaching small groups and sharing tips and techniques. I am planning more classes and possibly a drop in for beginner adults for painting projects.</div>
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2016 marked my almost completion of my Art Therapy degree but because I was busy with numerous projects this will wait till 2017. I am not in a rush.</div>
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So I really did have a great year. Sometimes it takes a little reflection to remind ourselves. 2017 is already filling up with numerous and exciting projects. On a personal note this year will physically be challenging as I hope to complete my third marathon , most likely Ottawa and the Commander Challenge at the Army run in Ottawa in September ( running a 5 km run and then a half marathon , one after the other) and finally a Spartan Race again in Ottawa....Ottawa is the place to be as Canada is 150 this year!!!!!!</div>
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Finally I was super excited to see my sister's new book Undead Apocalypse which included a photo of Liam. :) Congrats to my sister for her tireless work on authoring and contributing to so many books. She is a force! May the Force be with her!</div>
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Day four of 2017...Bring it on!!!!!</div>
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Joanne Abbotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06778986693003481679noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2827732794712511474.post-26820109112100459432016-12-17T10:36:00.004-08:002016-12-19T04:20:37.555-08:00Project: Canada at 150 I have started a Project of 150 mini paintings depicting the images I have seen travelling across Canada. I have been very fortunate to have travelled through each province over the years . I have just touched a small area of Canada but am proud to have experienced a little from each province.<br />
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My first adventure was travelling to PEI with my family back in the 70's, a long drive in a Station Wagon, but held such vivid memories that I have travelled back multiple times since and hold PEI dear to my heart.<br />
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I worked as a teenager in Banff at the Banff Springs Hotel, an adventure I'll never forget. I had an opportunity to downhill ski at Sunshine and Lake Lousie in Banff, Night skiing at Mount Norquay. A most memorable evening was switch backing up a mountain on the back of a motorcycle to see the stars. What was so amazing was that they were within my grasp. I have never seen a starlit night as bright and almost tangible as that night. I made wonderful friends that allowed me an opportunity to visit their homes in Vancouver and Vancouver island. I also worked in Edmonton as a student in Physiotherapy,so I had an opportunity to visit Klondike days, the Calgary Stampede and make my way to Jasper with friends and enjoy the hot springs and the Icefield Parkway.<br />
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I lived in Ottawa as a young Physio but after a year and a half moved to Terrace |Bay Ontario . This was a fabulous experience of small town life and all the adventures that it entailed. Camping at all the provincial parks in the area , learning to cross country ski, taking up running, all of which allowed me an opportunity to explore Northern Ontario and I did. This is where I developed a love of nature and wildlife and outdoor adventure. The wildlife is my favorite, always looking and hoping to capture a glimpse of a moose , deer, lynx , bear, wolf and of course birds, being my favorite. <br />
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My husband and I bought a handmade canoe from a craftsman in Blind River almost 30 years ago , which we still own and we have enjoyed many paddles through the different lakes and creeks. We are always in search of a gem, a glimpse of a Blue heron, a kingfisher, or a Loon in the mist. Hiking and biking afforded many opportunities for nature and wildlife viewing. There is nothing sweeter than seeing a moose and her calf in the woods and just watching, or stumbling on an owl, as i did while skiing one day: I will never forget that....my head was turning to stare at the Grey Owl and so was his to watch me. It was magical.<br />
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I moved out west to Whitecourt , Alberta and in doing so drove from Terrace bay through the Bruce Peninsula on Georgian Bay to Montreal to visit family than off to Nova Scotia. On our return trip we drove straight through to Whitecourt, Alberta. We camped along the way and therefore spent a little time in each province camping, hiking, canoeing and biking: a superb way to explore.<br />
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I was in Alberta for 10 years. Summers were spent exploring BC, the Okanogan Valley, Vancouver Island, Salt Spring Island and of course much of Alberta. During one of our early Jasper hikes we will never forget seeing a Grizzly across a small lake. In our naivety we continued our hike which was glorious and uneventful regarding the grizzly near miss. <br />
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I moved back to Quebec after 10 years out west: the heart is where family is so it was a call to go back east. This was an opportunity to explore the east coast again and we definitely have: summers spent travelling back to PEI, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Newfoundland. One of my favorite places is Algonquin Park and our annual camp outs at Kearney Lake. Algonquin Park has afforded us many opportunities for wildlife viewing and many adventures.<br />
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Last year, we finally went up to Gaspe and saw Perce Rock, a dream of mine, and this past summer Gros Morne national Park in Newfoundland. Each place I have visited has never disappointed. I am constantly overwhelmed by its beauty and feel such a sense of pride in living in this great country.<br />
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All of these adventures have offered me an opportunity to reflect on this beautiful country of ours and put these reflections to canvas. I hope I can tell a story with each painting I complete. I have started this project with some wildlife images and I will continue with images that reflect my personal connection with a place , a person or wildlife I have seen. <br />
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I have been teaching a beginner drawing class for the past 5 weeks. The last class the focus was on stages of developing a finished drawing. This is an approach I take as do many artists, but not the only approach. I stress this to the students as each student will find their own unique way to develop a drawing.<br />
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We first used a pen to sketch out the subject , which in this case was a wolf and an eagle. The object was to sketch in an overall shape then add in defining shapes or hidden shapes. Doing this they look for lights and darks and indicate it using a pen..no erasing. It is always a little fearful to not have an eraser on hand to correct mistakes, but surprising to most was how well they captured the essence of the animal, fairly accurately. This was also an exercise in restating a drawing.<br />
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Next step was to use pencil and using both reference and pen sketch to establish a pencil drawing and work out any trouble spots...eye shape , direction, direction of feathers or fur, overall proportions...etc....<br />
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Once the student is happy with the pencil rendition of the subject , which is more of a line drawing , it is transferred to a clean piece of paper. It is at this stage they start shading as taught in previous classes and focus on the detailing line work.<br />
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This is a process and not for every drawing but it is a good process to work out a drawing, establish values and then focus on detailing. I am easily overwhelmed with drawing and my process is to brake it down, as is for many artists. Practise, as in anything, makes it easier, and what I once used to do on paper , I now do in my head..comparative measurements, values etc.<br />
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I am now working on a wolf painting. Was inspired by students drawings. With the painting it is a different approach . This style of painting is much looser than a drawing , but i am still interested in overall shape, darks and lights and accurate detailing. I am trying to establish a certain look. I am loosely adapting some wolf images from Morgue photos which are free to use. This is the beginning. I started with a palette knife then switched to a brush to blend. Then started on the one side to establish some form accentuating lights and darks.... Anyway....this is where i am at....I quite like it. Need to develop the eyes and build the layers of fur. Want to keep it loose though and not overdo it.<br />
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I have wanted to paint a moose for while. I have yet to capture a photo of a Bull Moose with antlers but my daughter managed to capture this photo of a Moose along Highway 63 as it was heading into the woods. This painting is a 8 x 8 inch palette knife painting. I used a small palette knife and only at the end used a liner brush for the branches. I would love to do a larger painting and i will but not yet, in the mean time I will try a series of smaller paintings . </div>
<br />Joanne Abbotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06778986693003481679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2827732794712511474.post-40654799383658143832016-11-03T02:10:00.000-07:002016-11-03T04:40:27.159-07:00Busy Time of Year <br />
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Work has kicked in after a hiatus from school. Projects are building and commissions getting done.I love this season for the anticipated window Splash. So far 4 businesses have commissioned a window which is great to see I would still love to see more. I am reminded of a New Brunswick artist who paints windows every Christmas for all the businesses in town. </div>
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Classes are up and running. I have a small group of young children taking a mixed media art class. Super enthusiastic group and super talented. I am also thrilled to have a full adult group in my beginner drawing class. I am excited to see their final project as I have seen their first practice piece and they are all talented. </div>
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I am reminded of my own excitement, when my children were young and I picked up a pencil and took my first drawing class. Learning a new skill is unbelievably rewarding. </div>
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If interested in some wild Bangles....I will be setting up a table, in Desjardin Hall , the night of the Telethon, November 25th. </div>
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Finally after a year of thinking about trying this out: Painter's Palate: Canvas, Paint and Wine an evening of fun painting while enjoying a glass of wine. </div>
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The last few years have been crazy busy and I think I needed to slow down. Do we ever really slow down? At least I was able to plant my flowers and watch the garden explode with colour, instead of witnessing the invasion of weeds. It has been nice to get back on a bike and just go for a bike ride...for pleasure, no training. It has been nice to run at leisure with no races looming in the near future. Of course I had to break that and sign up for the Montreal 1/2 ????? What was i thinking?????</div>
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It has been nice to just sit outside with no other agenda but to just sit and enjoy the warmth of the sun and sounds of summer. It was a great experience to travel to NewFoundland and explore Gros Morne National Park. If you haven't been it is well worth a visit. </div>
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But alas Liam is back in school next week, hubby is back to work and it is time to refocus on school, placements and commissions. I am always excited to refocus but struggling a little with the mental shift of going from the calm to chaos. </div>
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So here are some pics of Newfoundland. Not only documenting a trip but with over 2000 photos, I am also stocking up on reference photos for future art projects and inspiration. <br />
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Last long weekend before it all goes back, like Cinderella at midnight. But it is not like I am going back to a work camp. I am doing art, teaching art, working with art as therapy and ...... more art. No time to complain ...life is pretty good. </div>
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According to Wikipedia...it is an insect of the Order Odonata and the suborder Anisopters....from the Greek language Anisos meaning "uneven" and pteron meaning "wing".<br />
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Like many people I am fascinated by Dragonflies: from their overall beauty, to their flight patterns and of course capturing that perfect close up image through photography or paint.<br />
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Here are a few pictures taken while walking along the bike path here in Temiscaming, QC. I am not much of a photographer but I was happy to capture a close up image. So this was the image that inspired a painting.<br />
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I started with a palette knife abstract background.<br />
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Next was to block in the Dragonfly. I wasn't sure exactly how to capture the intricate pattern of the wings without drawing it in detail. I chose to do a simpler pattern although in actuality it almost should look like a bee hive pattern. </div>
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Next was to work on the body. My photo was not detailed enough to really capture the finer details but I was more concerned about the overall appearance and that it appeared somewhat accurate but not full realism. </div>
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The stick, although in the photo, wasn't working in the painting for me. maybe in a different painting , so I chose to paint over and remove it. </div>
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This is the final painting. I like the wings and the body. and the final image is a close up of the Dragonfly. The overall painting is 10 " x 20". </div>
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Drawing of my daughter Natasha , who is a dreamer, full of possibility , endless imagination and an old soul. Someone who embraces life...enjoys life....a wood nymph roaming through the forest, a triathlete taking on physical challenges, a caregiver of young children including a young brother who is her best friend and who adores her, and an empathetic soul. One who has supported a family member , struggling through the challenges of cancer and never left her side. </div>
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There is nothing sweeter than waking up early and capturing the sunrise and embracing the early morning silence that is soon filled with the chatter of birds as they wake up. I like to savour my coffee and contemplate life. I am a dreamer as well and I love it because I love all the possibilities. Will all theses dreams come to fruition? Not likely but they inspire hope, the concept of no boundaries and they give wings to a creative soul. <br />
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I am a quiet person who can be lost in her thoughts. I am an introvert which I embrace as it is how I energise myself. I used to feel bad about being quiet, shy, alone, but I now appreciate it is just who I am and maybe this is why art and creativity is a necessary part of my life. A moment to be by myself, recharging and allow my imagination or ideas to spill out onto a canvas.<br />
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The sky is limitless, </div>
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Full of possibilities</div>
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I pick up a brush</div>
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An empty canvas</div>
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Fearful yet exhilarated</div>
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The unknown</div>
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With each stroke of paint</div>
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A line in a story</div>
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A story with defined edges</div>
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We know how this will end</div>
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A story that is so complicated</div>
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We push away to rethink</div>
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A story that makes us smile</div>
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Simple and heart-warming</div>
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A story that carves deep scars</div>
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requiring the utmost of care to survive</div>
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A story that is whimsical, </div>
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The paintbrush dancing across the canvas</div>
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A story full of passion</div>
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The brush strokes bold and expressive </div>
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Algonquin park is a yearly camping event. Often we would meet up with family and settle down at Kearney Lake. The beauty of Kearney is that there are no motor boats...not that there is anything wrong with motor boats. But it is wonderful to go out on a canoe or kayak and not hear or feel the rumbling of a motor on the water or feel the waves generated by the motor boat as they fly by oblivious to the canoeists trying to photograph the glass like reflections on the still waters. There is nothing like the zen like silence in the early mornings, except for the birds and the water tricking from your paddle as you glide through the water in search of wildlife. I really can't wait to go back.</div>
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Kearney Lake carries so many memories of family, adventure, a baby shower, and a reminder to slow down and be present. The "apparent " moose sighting , the three legged bear, the canoe /rafting encounter with a large moose in the water, the charging of a moose , the deer swimming, the bird watching and all the hikes. I believe we have done all the main hikes off the Algonquin corridor.</div>
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So much of my enjoyment while on the lake is photographing any wildlife I see. I am not a skilled photographer but I have managed to capture some wonderful memories of the excitement of witnessing wildlife in it's natural setting. </div>
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As a painter , I am not looking for the best shot but many shots to help portray my subject on canvas. I like detail and although in certain paintings strive for some level of realism, sometimes it is a mix of realism in the details, but then sometimes color will win out . </div>
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My most recent painting is of a Bull frog, the photograph taken by my daughter and I may have taken a few , not sure. My daughter is an artist as well and we both are trying to capture the perfect photo, short of hanging off an embankment. So as much as i would love to see a bear or lynx and capture that detailed photo , I am just as excited to see smaller creatures like frogs, turtles, butterflies and my favourite the dragonfly. Below are some more recent paintings. The Mandarin Duck is not native to Canada but i was so taken by it's gorgeous colours when I was at Disney in Florida that I had to photograph for a painting (Native to Japan). The moose painting was from the collection of moose photos taken over the years and this one just a play with complementary colours. The Bullfrog was from our last Algonquin trip. Although i cannot remember the hike ...no doubt my daughter will. So here are a few shots of the work in progress. </div>
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This year so far have managed to take photos of moose , bear and a giant snapping turtle , locally. My daughter managed to get the best photo of a bear that I will use in a painting ...if she doesn't. </div>
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<span style="text-align: left;">I have started with a 16 x 20 canvas. Painted in a muted green background. Then started some background trees. Not quite happy with placement but of course flat with no real background or foreground: no dimension to the early stages. </span></div>
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Outlining more how the trees will be painted and placement of the Blue jay. I love the sound of the Blue jay , in particular in the fall although always a nice sound when out running in the early morning. My Mom also had a preference for the Blue jay and that has always made the Blue jay even more dear to me. </div>
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Initially i was going to do a Maple tree based on photo reference from my backyard pics but opted to switch to Birch Trees. I am trying to learn how to paint them highly textured with details and getting the right lighting. </div>
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I had done a small painting of birch trees that i particularly liked with respect to coloring and details so using it to help me with the trees . Of course i just have to look in my backyard and do some field sketches. </div>
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Regarding the Blue jay:A tip from another artist was to create a clay sculpture of a bird and then shine a light source to assess shadows. I may try this . Not much of a sculpture artist, but don't need details, just overall shape. </div>
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This painting was done a year or so ago and recently sold. The new painting may be using the same photo reference but will have a new look with the Birch tree background and of course each painting always unique. </div>
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Take the time to enjoy these summer days, observe, listen and capture the essence of of a summer day on canvas. </div>
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Maybe this is the summer to explore Plein Air Painting. I will be working with the APHTK this summer, in Temiscaming , on Thursdays : Art in the Park. This is part of an art in community program and although specific to this group open for people to join in or come watch. It is not an art class but an opportunity for the group to explore different mediums, explore working in open spaces (this will be fun) and feel empowered through their own creativity. We will have fun! Samples of work that they have done already.</div>
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Aside from our Thursday outings I would like to start some Plein Air Painting for myself to work on lighting and spontaneity and my drawing/painting skills. So what are the challenges??? Well we know living here, the biggest challenge to outdoor activities is the BUGS!<br />
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Black flies, mosquitoes, no-can- see'ems, horseflies, deer flies and these miniature flies(don't know what they are called but they bite..usually later in the season) and any other????? Think that is enough anyway. So if you can handle those, the next challenge would be the WEATHER.I am not set up to paint in the rain so I won't, although...there is something so magical about a misty rain...but also magical right after a rainfall. Maybe i need something like this.<br />
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Next challenge , SUPPLIES....need equipment that is portable.<br />
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I'll work on that. Final challenge.Having PEOPLE WITNESS YOUR BLUNDERS on canvas...not everyone knows how art goes through the stages of the good , the bad and the ugly...hopefully to return to the Fabulous!<br />
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I have had a few opportunities to have people watch as I paint...it can be difficult but I am trying to get used to it and not let it stop me from doing what I would like to do.<br />
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So maybe you will see me out there while on your walk: maybe in the Park, on the Bike Path, by the Falls or in my own front yard painting up a storm. Drop by , say Hello and be kind if the painting is in that dreaded "Ugly" stage...trust that it will resurface as a masterpiece...maybe :)<br />
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At this point this is the final piece. A palette knife /brush 16 x 20 acrylic painting of a sleepy owl peeking out of a hollowed out tree. </div>
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Let's look at other versions.</div>
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This is early stage of " laying down colour and not sure where I am going".</div>
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Adjusted the eyes and made the beak smaller. I kinda like this one . Colouring is too blue, but that is the lighting when the painting was photographed. </div>
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Fun project. Oh yeah also added some glow in the dark paint. See if it works later. :)</div>
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As you start to develop your work you may find you are drawn to a certain style, certain medium and or certain colours. These are all in Acrylic and the similarity is in the colour scheme. Do you find certain colours dominate in your work? </div>
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Why do these colours work together ? Complementary colours . Whether I am working with orange or orange-red /or red-orange I will use blue, blue -green or green -blue changing the emphasis. </div>
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I have been working with a Palette knife for a few years now. Starting to get a little more comfortable with application but my paintings, although full of colour, light and shadow have been absent. I am a super fan of Julie Dumbarton's work , which not only explodes with colour but her application of a strong light source is fabulous. This was my push to try to capture the play between light and shadow. </div>
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What started as a forest soon took on the look of water reflections and so I modified my painting. This meant changing the reflected angles of the trees . So I basically redid the bottom two thirds but tried to do so without making too bold a change and losing some of the original light. I don't like to fiddle too much as you lose the spontaneous fresh look achieved with the palette application. As I gain more experience with the palette knife, the fear of losing what was more spontaneously created will lessen...I think anyway. </div>
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Joanne Abbotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06778986693003481679noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2827732794712511474.post-28035669793659901352016-06-08T06:21:00.001-07:002016-06-08T06:21:03.490-07:00Art ClassesI have started designing some art projects for children and adults: projects that are designed for those that may have little experience in painting but would love to try. I have started with a fanciful design of a kitten that would be a class for any age. <div>
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This example demonstrates a graded background wash, blocking in colours (kitten) highlighting, shading, detailing and some simple brush strokes to create flowers and leaves. </div>
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This design can be adapted in teaching a young class or as a birthday event.</div>
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I will be creating a few similar designs for sale and as a design for teaching. I am already thinking of a patchwork kitten....</div>
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New design in the works ....Hedgie . I have to do a hedgehog as ordered by my daughter. lol</div>
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Oh yeah...if interested in Bangles check out my designs on my Facebook Page. Jo's Art Studio. :)</div>
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A simple collage but fun all the same.<br />
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Keeping the balance of trying to maintain the excitement felt when creating art and yet make it as necessary as brushing teeth. In other words don't wait for inspiration but make the routine of painting feed an existing source of inspiration. I follow through social media some very successful artists and what I see is that they make sure that they are at the drawing board daily. I admit to struggling with that, balancing the pull I feel in other directions.<br />
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I read an article The Painter's Primer by Irwin Greenberg and the first line is "Paint Everyday". Of course there were 100 words of advice but this was the first. So we Paint everyday.<br />
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Today I am running an Art Therapy Group which is a source of great pleasure for myself and the group and an opportunity to challenge my own creativity in designing a particular group format. <br />
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I am excited by recent Jewellery designs, painting Bangles. I want to take my time with them. Another tip "Throw yourself into each painting heart and soul" and this includes painting Bangles. So instead of quick designs , take my time to explore unique and interesting patterns and challenge myself.<br />
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This is a fresh start. The past year and a half has been an exciting yet exhausting adventure of new ideas , new friends, and so many challenges. In my 50's going back to school was a major challenge. I often have crazy ideas , I think big , but when it comes down to it, practicality steps in and takes control. This time I didn't allow the forces that reign in all my ideas take charge. I am so close to finally receiving a graduate diploma in Art Therapy and pretty damn proud of that. My next step is a Thesis.<br />
In the mean time I have worked in time to do my own art work. I must admit it has been difficult this past year but we must carve out time for things that matter ...and Art matters.<br />
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So what has been on the Easel????? Well after a lovely vacation in Gaspe, Quebec, and over a hundred or more photos of Ganets , I decided to paint them.<br />
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Bonaventure Island has a Ganet Colony that is unbelievable. What a gorgeous bird.<br />
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Joanne Abbotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06778986693003481679noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2827732794712511474.post-1351444320254461222016-01-22T19:38:00.005-08:002016-01-22T19:38:56.665-08:00Daily Painting ChallengeI have been unable to keep up with daily painting challenge but I have been painting. I do art work weekly for my art therapy course. had two commissions that took up alot of time so I was consistently painting. So I don't feel so bad. Here we go .<br />
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Daily Painting No. 12 </div>
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Acrylic on canvas board 8 x 10</div>
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So these have been the projects that could be Panting 13 through to 15 I guess . Still behind but just received my order of paints and canvases so away I go.Joanne Abbotthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06778986693003481679noreply@blogger.com0