I like stained glass; the translucent quality, yet colorful. I also was impressed by vintage picture frames with an elegant oval framing. The two thoughts eventually gelled in my mind to make a watercolor rendering of stained glass, as an oval frame. I outlined the shapes and the oval with a bronze like acrylic paint, to look like solder. The first postage stamps that I made from this painting will showcase a person’s photo, which can serve as an announcement, a congratulations, a celebration, or just because.
Colorful photo postage stamps, custom by Cherylsart
Since the oval itself is blank, I also made the design as a frame for monograms. The center color, behind the letter, can be customized by the customer from a drop down menu.
Acrylic Painting Techniques
29 MayAcrylic paints is a versatile medium that offers artists the ability to achieve watercolor affects, pieces that look like they’re oil paintings, and pieces that have their own versatile acrylic style.
Acrylic paints behave differently than either watercolor and oils. Acrylics dry faster than oils, but mediums can be added to extend their working time. Acrylics are more opaque than watercolors, but mediums can be added to achieve the look of watercolors.
If you’d like to read more tips about working with acrylic paints, visit http://www.squidoo.com/acrylicpaintingtechniques on Squidoo. It is chock full of helpful tips and has received a purple star award from Squidoo.
Painting on a picture of Susie
18 NovToday I get to paint on a picture of Susie. I’ve painted pictures of Susiethe cat before; she is a fun subject.
Here she is enjoying the trampoline with her pal Sugar:
Susie and Sugar
Hello
18 NovHello, this is my first post. I am a wife, a mother, and an artist. I like to draw and paint. My favorite media are acrylic paints, watercolor pencils, and colored pencils.
My favorite place is www.zazzle.com/CherylsArt*/
It’s where I get to place designs I create on all kinds of products.
