A rainy Sunday kept me busy experimenting with some techniques that I learned at a
Creativity Boot Camp class.
Listening to favorite music, and the sound of raindrops falling got me in the mood to get cozy with my paintbox and a cup of tea. One of the techniques during class, that really caught my eye was embossing using a thicker embossing powder. I couldn't wait to use this technique inside a watercolor painting. What can be more perfect than dreaming of rose gardens and a warm summer breeze on a brisk rainy day?
I painted an original watercolor painting on museum series panel gessobord. I have been wanted to try using watercolor and metallic paints on this surface. I was pleased with the results. Then I took thick silver embossing powder to create a silver gate. finally I framed the piece in an ornate silver frame with tiny flowers reflecting the same design as in the roses. The original painting board measures 5 x 7 inches. I call this painting
The Silver Gate.
I have been looking for just the right surface that would enable me to frame without glass, and ship safely. This original painting is now in
my Etsy shop.
I looked for a song reminiscent of Hong Kong, because rainy days always remind me of Once Upon A Time days. The song for this post is
Summer Wind...something I am dreaming of while Mr. Robin introduces the warmer weather. Until then you'll find me dreaming of a summer breeze, rose gardens and sipping lemonade on the deck.
That is so pretty! Love the metallic embossed garden gate! It looks like the sun is shining on it! What a lovely painting.
:)
Thank you Karen for giving us a glimpse of the promise of change. It is still quite chilly here in Minneapolis, but I have already seen the cardinals and the bunnies in the garden. Your paintings reflect the joy of the Lord in you! Bravo, Anita
What a great start of the week, looking at your painting, filled with promises of beautiful times to come. Here spring arrived today, the weather is gorgeous. Have a nice week!
It truly looks like a summer breeze. Lovely painting, Karen, and I like how you did the garden gate. Spring is finally here and I've been enjoying the garden.
I am in need of a warm breeze!
Thank you for your gift sent out after commenting. It is beautiful.
I expect your much beloved horse is galloping through places of great beauty right now.
karen, i am just imagining you blissfully painting on a rainy day, all cozy with your cup of tea. it shows in your tranquil artwork. beautiful!!!
i love the photo of the wet screen. so cool.
still looking gray here in RI. haven't seen the forecast yet. hmmmm?
xo
That is absolutely GORGEOUS! :) Thank you so much for sharing your BEAUTIFUL rainy day!! Have an AWESOME day!
The embossing really sets off that garden gate...I like your new technique a lot. Such rainy days we've had...glad to see that they're good for your creativity. For me? I'd just as soon pull the covers over my head. ;>
Hi Karen....I saw my first Robin on Saturday! Lemonade, warm breezes and sitting on the porch all osund mighty fine to me. Hugs, Kathleen
Hi Karen,
I haven't been in blogland for quite awhile but am excited about being back! I LOVE your watercolor painting and the gate adds another dimension that is lovely!
Can't wait to see more!
Hugs,
Debi
This is just beautiful! I love the silver gate. Watercolors are my favorites! I'm kind of partial to robins as well. :-)
Robin
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