Thursday, January 19, 2012

Work in progress and Paint Party Friday

I always keep a large painting going when I am working on other things.  I have been working on this for a couple of months in between all the other stuff. 
I have changed her face a few times. And have added all kinds of lovely flowers.
All I have to do is add the icing (As Flora Bowley would say)
Finishing touches as you will.
The painted frame around it is just getting started.
She waits for me to pay attention to her while I paint other things


Patchwork skirt

I made my own paper for her hair

To be continued.......

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40 comments:

  1. AnonymousJanuary 19, 2012 at 9:24 PM

    I just love your imaginative use of materials :).
    Stay inspired!

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  2. MargaretJanuary 19, 2012 at 10:14 PM

    It's really beautiful. I got you a goddess it's over at my blog.

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  3. GlorV1January 19, 2012 at 10:29 PM

    This is really very nice Heather. Love the way you cut out her hair in sections. Looks great. Thx for sharing. Have a great weekend.

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  4. Helen CampbellJanuary 20, 2012 at 12:30 AM

    Oh she's lovely! I can't wait to see further installments. :)

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  5. JKWJanuary 20, 2012 at 12:31 AM

    The painting looks so much like a quilt. I love the creativity and versatility of the painting. Blessings, Janet PPF

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  6. Jenn GirlJanuary 20, 2012 at 12:41 AM

    I love her hair! Beautiful work!

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  7. ClareJanuary 20, 2012 at 12:45 AM

    Oh Heather this is so beautiful, I love the flowing feeling that this piece creates and all those interesting layers and textures. There are many little surprises tucked away in this piece.

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  8. peggy gattoJanuary 20, 2012 at 1:18 AM

    Just an awesome design, love the patterns going on!!!

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  9. Ayala ArtJanuary 20, 2012 at 1:42 AM

    Beautiful! SO much details and patterns! And a very sweet feeling in her face, ♥

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  10. TheresaJanuary 20, 2012 at 2:04 AM

    This is one of my favorites I have seen. I love her! I can't wait to see it done. Will you be selling prints of her? Happy weekend. xo

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  11. Valerie-JaelJanuary 20, 2012 at 4:50 AM

    This is really adorable! Valerie

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  12. peggy aplSEEDSJanuary 20, 2012 at 5:46 AM

    wow, she's a beauty! great idea to have a big painting going on. i would try it but i wouldn't know where to put it. happy PPF and thanks for sharing,
    hugs, peggy aplSEEDS

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  13. NettyJanuary 20, 2012 at 7:02 AM

    Oh wow your media piece is totally fabulous. Have a great weekend, Annette x

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  14. GeckostoneJanuary 20, 2012 at 7:03 AM

    Wow she is stunning!!! I just LOVE all your work Heather!!!

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  15. carlareyJanuary 20, 2012 at 9:46 AM

    This is so lovely. When I look at it I can almost feel the summer breeze and hear the bees buzzing in the flowers.

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  16. FayeJanuary 20, 2012 at 10:37 AM

    Heather, her face is now perfect. Please don't change it. I love all the areas of interest in this painting. The homemade paper hair. The lovely flowers. It's a real beauty.
    Faye

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  17. SHERI COOKJanuary 20, 2012 at 11:39 AM

    It is really beautiful.
    I love your art!
    Happy PPF!
    Sheri Cook/HappyHorseStudio

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  18. Robin Panzer ArtJanuary 20, 2012 at 12:22 PM

    Heather I am just loving this piece! The hair is stunning! Beautiful, beautiful work! ~Happy Paint Party Friday! #56 Robin Panzer Art Studio 33

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  19. Tammie LeeJanuary 20, 2012 at 1:11 PM

    Heather, I love this piece, she is gorgeous and I have good feelings as i enjoy looking at it. How wonderful to work on a large piece.

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  20. carol l mckennaJanuary 20, 2012 at 1:17 PM

    She is magical, delightful and did I say awesome ~~ namaste, carol, (Share the Creative Journey) Happy PPF ^_^

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  21. Anne ButeraJanuary 20, 2012 at 1:40 PM

    She is wonderful, Heather! I love all the detail you've put into this piece. And the colors. It's so restful and peaceful and happy! Can't wait to see her finished!

    Happy PPF!

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  22. ChristineJanuary 20, 2012 at 1:48 PM

    This is beautiful work!

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  23. UnknownJanuary 20, 2012 at 2:42 PM

    Gorgeous, I love all the textures you've combined to complete her; especially her hair. Beautiful work!
    Happy PPF,
    Stephanie

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  24. Tracey FKJanuary 20, 2012 at 4:02 PM

    This is ridiculously amazing.... I love those flowers in the background... hard to imagine her getting any better than she is right now but I will check back to see what happens next.... happy ppf

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  25. EVAJanuary 20, 2012 at 4:42 PM

    She is gorgeous Heather - beautifully done so far! Looking forward to seeing more.

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  26. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2012 at 4:50 PM

    Heather this is stunning! I love the different details and her patchwork dress. She is beautiful- she looks like Angelina Jolie!

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  27. Carrie MartinezJanuary 20, 2012 at 6:20 PM

    Heather, this is so beautiful! I love the paper you made the hair with, and her face is just darling.

    Happy PPF and have an inspired weekend :)

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  28. UnknownJanuary 20, 2012 at 6:55 PM

    What a beautiful piece!

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  29. *jean*January 20, 2012 at 7:21 PM

    she is gorgeous! i love the swirly sky and the red flowers!! happy PPF!

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  30. Mary C. NasserJanuary 20, 2012 at 7:51 PM

    Oh, Heather, I love this!
    The patterns in the hair, umbrella, fabric and grass are delightful!!

    Enjoy your weekend!
    Happy PPF!!
    Mary
    Mixed-Media Map Art

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  31. Alicia CJanuary 20, 2012 at 8:40 PM

    wow... somehow reading this post made my whole day. She looks so sweet (don't change her face anymore!) and it was sort of heartwarming the idea of a painting waiting for you for days, if need be. Thanks for this!

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  32. MandyJanuary 20, 2012 at 10:51 PM

    wow wow wow....absolutely beautiful....xxx

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  33. LydiaJanuary 21, 2012 at 3:33 AM

    Having a piece to work on while you do other things is a great idea,I love your style- this painting is absolutely stunning. Big sigh moment.

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  34. deeplyrootedinbeingJanuary 21, 2012 at 12:52 PM

    Breathtaking! So beautifully whimsical!! Love it!

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  35. ANNEJanuary 21, 2012 at 1:31 PM

    I love this! What a fabulous look, I love all the different designs - so beautiful.

    xox

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  36. Daniele ValoisJanuary 21, 2012 at 11:29 PM

    holy wow! and her hair is wicked. You're awesome!!!

    :)

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  37. Carola BartzJanuary 22, 2012 at 12:29 AM

    Her hair was what I noticed first and I wondered whether it was paper you bought somewhere - no, you made it yourself. Heather, this girl - or better say your painting - is stunningly beautiful! She (or you?) has been very patient, she certainly is someone who takes her time.

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  38. Jen @Sadie InspiredJanuary 22, 2012 at 9:08 PM

    Beautiful, Beautiful work Heather! I love her hair and the way you created her dress. LOVE it!

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  39. UnknownJanuary 24, 2012 at 5:38 AM

    Gorgeous painting, I love it!

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  40. BeccaJanuary 30, 2012 at 11:17 PM

    This is so very pretty Heather!

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