#2 of 30 Paintings in 30 Days - Ready to Go, Mixed Media Painting

I've been having fun experimenting with mixed media recently. As a matter of fact, I found out that I love mixed media!

Last February my 30 in 30 challenge was focused on mixed media, and that's when it all started. Recently I worked on three pieces (to be posted soon) using acrylics, tissue paper, fabric, markers, and stencils, and I had a blast making them!

This small cityscape is also created with all those materials, and with fun. :)

"Ready to Go"
6"x6"
Acrylic, paper, and fibers on canvas.
SOLD

Part of the fun was making my own stencils with an X-acto knife.

I really enjoyed turning one of my favorite views in Columbus, the Short North Arts District, into an abstract and colorful image. Another one is on my easel already! :)

Comments

  1. laurelleSeptember 02, 2018

    Very cool. Love the stencilled effect in roof/sky reflecting into the street below and the wonderful palette of colors you used!

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    1. Robie BenveSeptember 02, 2018

      Thanks very much Laurelle, it's a new technique for me, I'm enjoying experimenting with it. :)

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  2. JulieSeptember 02, 2018

    Love it!

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  3. Nancy Murphree DavisSeptember 02, 2018

    Outstanding!

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  4. martine paquetSeptember 02, 2018

    Beautiful painting!
    So much light !
    Have a great 30/30 !

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    1. Robie BenveSeptember 02, 2018

      Thanks a lot Martine, great 30/30 to you too! :)

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