Thursday, May 26, 2011

FRIDA LOVE

FRIDA LOVE

I have always been a huge fan of Frida Kahlo. She was well know for her surrealist self portraits and the love story between artist Diego Rivera. (I can never resist a good love story) I adore her.   If you ever get a chance watch the movie with Salma Hayack. Wonderful movie. 

So many of my favorite artists paint Frida portraits.

Some of my favorites are Heather Galler (Soon to buy one of my own),  LuLu Mypinkturtle ( I bought one for myself) and of coarse Danita.  Go and visit them they are some of my fav artists. Love all the colors.

I decided I would paint my own Mixed Media version of Frida.  Thank you Gloria for your inspiration!!!

Come and visit all the artists at Paint Party Friday!!!
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51 comments:

  1. GlorV1May 26, 2011 at 11:23 PM

    Hi Heather, I was just getting ready to sign off and I saw your post pop up. Wow, she is beautiful. Thanks for the mention, that was very nice of you. Lots of beautiful detail in your Frida painting, I love it. The colors are perfect for this painting. Excellent! Happy PPF!

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  2. LouiseMay 27, 2011 at 3:16 AM

    It looks like her too! I never know what my portrait girls are going to end up looking like so I think it's great you can successfully produce a recognisable likeness.

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  3. Valerie-JaelMay 27, 2011 at 4:35 AM

    As a big Frida fan I can only say - Wonderful!
    Hugs, Valerie

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  4. ClareMay 27, 2011 at 6:22 AM

    Hi Heather - your Frida is fabulous - i love the background you have painted. i think it is amazing that after all these years she still inspires artists. The film was wonderful - filled with hot emotion.

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  5. TeddiMay 27, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    absolutely adore it heather!

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  6. AnonymousMay 27, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    I have to admit that other than knowing Salma Hayek played her in a movie which I haven't seen, I don't know the first thing about Frida. However I know Gloria does a lot of paintings of her and I think i have seen her crop up more than any other artist since I've been coming along to the Paint Party Fridays! So, now I am intrigued to rent that movie and learn a bit more about her!

    Great painting by the way - I do know what she looks like and you totally captured her!

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  7. Šolanje na domu-WaldorfMay 27, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    I watched the movie just last Saturday. :) I love how all these artist, you included, interpret Frida in their own style. Beautiful!

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  8. Diane SalterMay 27, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    Heather--she is exquisite!!!

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  9. carlareyMay 27, 2011 at 10:22 AM

    Your Frida is beautiful. Love it. Do you suppose Frida had any idea how huge an influence she would be on so many artists?

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  10. Alexandra MacVeanMay 27, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    Very, VERY nice job on Frida. Probably the best I've seen of her lately. Wow. Way to go! :)

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  11. SHERI COOKMay 27, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    Love your work this week. Thank you for sharing her with us. HAPPY PPF!

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  12. AnonymousMay 27, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    Very nice Frida style. Loving the tropical elements. Happy PPF. :-)

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  13. Nelly EisenhowerMay 27, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    Oh she turned out good! I still haven't seen the movie, I need to watch that.

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  14. Jenny StevningMay 27, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    Your painting is lovely!!

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  15. TheresaMay 27, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    I love Frida too and the movie! I would love to read more about her. I love how yours turned out. I made a Frida this year too. I don't know why it took me so long, she has always inspired me!
    Happy PPF! Theresa

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  16. Norma Soulet (AZArtist)May 27, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    Hi Heather,
    I love Frida Kahlo too! Your painting turned out lovely!
    Hugs

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  17. WrightStuffMay 27, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    Heather you have captured her perfectly but in your own unique style. Great job. I'll follow those links, thanks for sharing.

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  18. NettyMay 27, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    Wow this is such a wonderful mixed media piece of art Heather. Happy PPF. Annette x

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  19. EVAMay 27, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    Absolutely beautiful and very much your unique style. Love it!! She sure does inspire people, that Frida!

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  20. ChristineMay 27, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    love your version of Frida.

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  21. BahamaDawnMay 27, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    LOVE LOVE LOVE that painting!! your work if beautiful! Happy PPF!

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  22. Tammie LeeMay 27, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    Heather this turned out gorgeous. I love the lightness of spirit i feel her face has. wow wow

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  23. Jenny May 27, 2011 at 6:14 PM

    What a fantastic painting...captures the amazing woman perfectly, while so easy to tell its you thats painted her..(LOVE your style!)Love the background too and the flowers around her neck . Just brilliant!:)x

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  24. Her SpeakMay 27, 2011 at 6:23 PM

    I am LOVING all this Frida energy buzzing around! You've represented her beautifully--sinking into the sea of pattern. Lovely!

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  25. nanke's stuffMay 27, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    What a wonderful tribute to a wonderful artist! Well done!! nancy

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  26. Kristin DudishMay 27, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    I love seeing Frida in your style... She is definitely a source of inspiration for many! This is a beautiful tribute to her :)

    xo
    Kristin

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  27. SunshineshelleMay 27, 2011 at 10:39 PM

    OMG, that was a wonderful film based an an incredible artist, she is so inspiring & her art so unique, this is a fantastic tribute :)

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  28. Carola BartzMay 27, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    It's interesting how Frida touches so many of us. Yours is beautiful - she is so young and seems to be a bit innocent and yes, soft. Very very beautiful.

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  29. Anne ButeraMay 28, 2011 at 1:02 AM

    Your portrait is just beautiful!

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  30. KellyMay 28, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    I love the Freida piece! I also enjoyed visiting the rest of your site. Your portraits are so fun! The idea of writing out your worries is a great one too. I may have to try that!

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  31. Pam TuckerMay 28, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    Heather, your Frida piece is truly gorgeous! I just love your style. You've done a beautiful tribute.

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  32. Happy Mama (Lisa Gonzalez)May 28, 2011 at 2:22 PM

    Hi Heather! This is my first time at your blog and it definitely won't be the last! I love your work, and your warm spirit shines through in your blog.

    :) Lisa

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  33. UnknownMay 28, 2011 at 10:00 PM

    Such a beautiful painting! I love all the flowers and the lady is nicely done.

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  34. Paula - Buenos AiresMay 28, 2011 at 10:37 PM

    Love her hair do. Cool idea to use flowers for her necklace.

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  35. KellyMay 29, 2011 at 1:19 AM

    Congrats on winning! I know you will love taking a Julie class! I have always adored Frida...i adore your version of her too! Happy PFF!

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  36. Theresa PlasMay 29, 2011 at 7:37 AM

    Lovely interpretation - Love all the background work too!

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  37. Louise Gale "Dream-Inspire-Create"May 29, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    Oh my! LOVE LOVE LOVE. Happy weekend Xxx

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  38. Virtual BoyMay 29, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    Stunning work, love the flowers you added around her neck!

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  39. KristinMay 29, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    This is just stunning! I love everything about it - and your shading is beautiful. Her background of lush florals (love the addition of the script around her) and bold colors brings it all together so well. What an inspiration! Kristin xo

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  40. peggy gattoMay 29, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    Boy, you got it!!!
    Fabulous style!
    I love this one and am a frida fan also!

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  41. Mary HysongMay 29, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    beautiful piece. love the design and colors, happy PPF, yes I'm a bit late getting around to everyone!

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  42. MarleneMay 29, 2011 at 4:14 PM

    Beautiful Heather, I have seen a lot of paintings of Frida and yours is one of the best.

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  43. AnnabelleMay 29, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    Very lovely work.love the colours you chose.Don't know much about her but I'm curious to explore her world now.

    Annabelle

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  44. Jean Franks BeckMay 30, 2011 at 12:05 PM

    Wow! Absolutely stunning!

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  45. Priti LisaMay 30, 2011 at 6:59 PM

    You'll never meet a bigger Frida fan than me. I own paintings from other artists and have painted dozens myself...and yours? One of new favorites! xo

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  46. CameronMay 31, 2011 at 3:30 AM

    Look at all those gorgeous flowers!!! The time it must've taken to paint that! Just gorgeous :D

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  47. AnonymousMay 31, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    Beautiful work Heather! Happy 'very' late for PPF!
    www.sprinkledblessingsstudios.blogspot.com
    ... this is the 3rd time I've tried to leave a comment :( I'm going with anonymous now

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  48. Pamela HoldermanMay 31, 2011 at 9:30 PM

    Gorgeous! I think you totally nailed her expression - at least how I think she would have been. Love that movie too... Now try Diego - hah!

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  49. Sacred YoliJune 1, 2011 at 9:02 PM

    Such a pretty Frida! I will never get tired of painting her, studying her art and seeing Frida inspired art. She is a true icon!

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  50. Amanda TroughtJune 2, 2011 at 5:35 AM

    This is lovely, she is one of my favorite artists as well!

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  51. Sinderella's StudioJune 2, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    GREAT PIECE!!! I will have to check out the movie.
    cheers, dana

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