I’m working on a new series of prints. I’ve been enjoying the process of layering and creating a series of canvases that I can use as a starting point. Remember when I was afraid to layer? Seems like years ago.
Now, I layer several times before I even start on a new picture. I’ve enjoyed learning more about mixed media and it provides such freedom it’s really given me a whole new perspective on creating art.
For this series, I used a lot of reds, silvers, and pinks. I like the vibrancy of those colors. So I took a couple canvases and layered paint and papers over and over until I got it to a point where I was satisfied.
I decided to do a series of prints around the Ichthys or Jesus fish. (Here’s more about it if you’re unfamiliar.) I used papers to layer over the picture and create the base of the fish.
Then I painted and stamped the words on what would be this print. I used the passage from Matthew 4:19: “And he said to them, “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.”
Fishers of Men (Pink)
And to think, you used to be afraid… isn’t it great what playing with fun stuff can do?!?!?
These look great Cherie!!!
Remember those days, June? They seem like forever ago. Funny how much I love layering over stuff now.
Not only are you layering now, Cherie, but you’re branching out into new color palettes. I love this combo! Love the significance as well.
Thanks, Eileen. I wasn’t even thinking about the color palettes, but you’re right. 🙂
That is so funny! You’ve been creating these wonderful layered backgrounds for so long now that I forgot there was EVER a time when you didn’t do them!!
Ha! Bless you, Cyndi.