
Started with a really messy background, then added a piece of smooth paper that would eventually become her face.
Drew a really rough sketch of her face, body, and hair. Then, I painted her face with a mixutre of Shiva Oil sticks and PITT pens (links below), and painted her hair with fluid acrylics. Added a bit of yellow paint to the background.
A bit more definition to the sketch lines, some gesso to her neck, and experimented with some stripes toward the bottom.
Filled in her dress with white, collage the bottom of the canvas, and added a little collaged birdie.
Hi, I'm Kelly Rae Roberts!
Before I picked up my first paintbrush at the age of 30, I was a medical social worker. I followed my whispers and started playing with paint and everything changed.
Now I’m a full-time artist, author and Possibilitarian, who helps women explore and nourish their creative souls.
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I just love your beautiful style.
Question: what did you use to stamp your words, ink or acrylic paint? If ink, what kind?
I’m racking my brain trying to figure out the best way to incorporate words on mixed media canvas.
Thanks so much ~Deborah
Hello Deborah! Great question! I do use ink, typically just basic black ink pads. Have you checked out my ecourse Hello Soul, Hello Mixed-Media Mantras? I go over this exact thing in detail!