When life gives you lemons, draw them, 11 x 14 inches dry pastels, graphite on paper

"When life gives you lemons, draw them." (Nikki)

"Color! What a deep and mysterious language." (Paul Gauguin)

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Firewheels

October 13, 2007

Firewheels, 18H x 24W x 2D inches acrylics on canvas, wrapped sides painted and extending onto narrow frame

Firewheels 18H x 24W x 2D inches acrylics on canvas, wrapped sides painted with scene extending onto the narrow frame.

Firewheels - masking medium rubbed off     Firewheels - first coat of color

Thumnails: masking medium, usually used for watercolor paintings, was applied with a toothpick, first image. After being painted it was rubbed off, revealing abstract scribbles and areas of pure color. A time limit was set for this one to be done by the end of today, something I don’t normally do, but the restrictions ensure that it doesn’t get overworked.Next, Firewheels finished and successful in that I was able to stay away from the desire to perfect everything.

This painting was showcased in The 23rd Texas & Neighbors Regional Art Exhibition, April 26 – May 24, 2008, Irving Arts Center, Irving, TX.

Categories: acrylic painting, exhibitions, flowers, impressionistic, landscapes, Seasonal, Spring, Texas, Wildflowers | 4 Comments »

4 Responses to “Firewheels”

  1. Jim Says:
    October 14th, 2007 at 11:06

    Love it Nikki. It’s dazzeling, exciting. It will brighten up some executives office soon.

  2. Nikkico Says:
    October 14th, 2007 at 11:06

    Well, let’s hope, huh?!…glad you like it. Setting the time limit was helpful this time, and flower feilds are the perfect subject for the Impressionist style.

  3. Elizabeth Says:
    October 28th, 2007 at 11:06

    Hi Nikki
    These pictures are gorgeous and delightful to look at.

  4. Nikkico Says:
    October 31st, 2007 at 11:06

    Thanks Elizabeth!

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