Self Portrait Torn Paper Collage

Self portrait torn paper collage.  Challenging, time consuming, fun, great technique for creating. Ready to start a new one.

"Fluctuations" ~ Mixed Media Textured Abstract with Epoxy Resin Glaze Painting by Texas Daily Painter Nancy Standlee

"Fluctuation" 11056

15x8 x 1.75"

Mixed Media Abstract Painting with Texture, Prepared Tyvek and Copper

Covered with Epoxy Resin Glaze

I think this had some Venetian Plaster for texture on MDF board, a copper strip, and painted with metallic colors and prepared Tyvek paper collage.

This painting can be seen at the Hood County Library in Granbury TX for the LGAA show until October. I did this one as a demo for some friends and it was between Carol workshops; however, I have just now added the resin glaze and the cradle.

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"IN THE GROOVE" 11058 daily painter textured copper abstract © Carol Nelson Fine Art

"IN THE GROOVE"

If I were Donald Trump, I would have said "You're fired" to me.
THis is a complex painting with two parts, separated by a thin gap, covered with clear resin, and mounted on a larger board.

The last step in assembly of this piece is to glue the two painting panels on to the mounting board.  I use Gorilla glue for this process.

I applied the glue, carefully positioned the two pieces, and put something heavy on each piece.  I KNOW that as Gorilla glue creates the bond, it bubbles and expands a bit.

You have to keep a close eye on your painting to make sure it stays where you want it.  Even with weight on it, it can move.

After I had it all weighted down, I went to check my email FOR JUST A FEW MINUTES.  (Here's where I fire myself)  I got too involved reading email, and when I came back to check this painting, both the top and bottom parts had moved 1/2 inch to the right and were now immovable.

I couldn't BELIEVE it.  I tried to reposition them, but it was no use.  The only solution was to cut 1/2 inch off the wider side.  This is not easy to do with a ancient radial arm saw.

I was oh so careful in measuring and cutting off that 1/2 inch. I had the resin coated parts wrapped in plastic wrap to protect them.  Fortunately, it turned out great.  What makes me mad is that I KNOW BETTER!!

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Intense 11058 ~ Abstract Acrylic Red Mixed Media Painting with Resin Glaze by Texas Daily Painter Nancy Standlee

"Intense" 11058

8x8x1.75" MDF on cradled board,

Red, acrylic stenciled texture abstract mixed media

This painting is one of several epoxy resin mixed media pieces that I will have on display in the Hood County Library in Granbury, TX until October, along with other LGAA artists. The library is closed on Sunday.

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Contemporary Mixed Media Abstract Painting with Epoxy Resin Glaze ~ Antique Roses" by Texas Daily Painter Nancy Standlee

 "Antique Roses" 11057

8x8x1.5" Mixed Media Abstract Painting with Epoxy Resin Glaze 

The epoxy resin glaze gives a clear glass-like finish with lots of depth and it enhances all the colors. These pieces are more beautiful in person than what a photograph could ever present. There are several steps that need to be followed in sequence and the resin cures in 8 hours, hardens to full strength in 72 hours. The piece has prepared Tyvek, embellished foils, acrylic paint, Yupo collage and sand/gravel painted gold. 
I finally poured the resin coating on some pieces this week and made cradles all day long yesterday. I set up shop out in the backyard with my jigsaw and after several trips to Home Depot and Carol Nelson emails I got cradles made for about 8-10 pieces in varying sizes. 
I think I may put some of these pieces in the Granbury library show. 
Did you see on Carol's recent blog post about her workshop high up in the CO. mountains? They were certainly "cooler" than we have been.


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James Haddock Paintings

I am still experimenting with photographing these paintings with the epoxy coating.

I think this is a better image than the last post.

J