Waiting

Waiting no. D312
30" x 15"
Acrylic on
Rice Paper/Canvas on Masonite

Once again, completely out of the blue, I was inspired to create another piece of art based on life and motherhood. 

As this lovely lady emerged from the canvas, I not only see her waiting for the little one to make an appearance. But I can also see her standing by the window, perhaps waiting to be taken to the hospital.

My goal was to capture the quiet gentleness of this last silent moment. That final quiet communication before the baby makes it's entrance into the light.

Always Near

Always Near no. D310
30" x 15"
Acrylic on
Rice Paper/Canvas on Masonite

Voila! The finished painting of the mystery girl and the Angel.

This was truly an amazing painting to work on. I learned so very much I didn't know about the use of Acrylics. I got even better at paper towel painting (hehe), and started using a couple of brushes!

A little advice from a few friends definitely helped me on my way. Thank you Jeanne Mackenzie, Lani Vlaanderen, and Lori Disney for your advice, suggestions, and understanding. These three wonderful women helped me regain my confidence and get back on track to finishing the amazing gift of these two figures I had been given.

I know I keep saying it. But I am so very blessed. ~Cyd

Mystery Girl Found!

It is not uncommon for artist's or their clients to find images in paintings that were never planned. But this is truly one of the oddest and I must say somewhat eeriest of the ones I have seen or heard of.

 I really dislike taking the time to draw. Particularly on large pieces. Instead I do a rough negative painting of my work. (Meaning I paint "around" where I think I want my subject.) Currently I use paper towels when doing this, so there really is no detail.

 Imagine my total shock, when this little Mystery Girl shows up in one of my negative paintings! Not only does she show up, but she has a very Renaissance sort of look, with belt, puffy sleeves, elaborate collar and curly hair. And she was just too good to ignore.

 In order to make the painting work,I had to move the figure that had been planned, over about an inch so the two could be touching, and then  I revamped the theme to make the larger figure an angel.

I have no idea who was watching over me and guiding my hand, but I Thank You for being near me that day.  The little mystery girl became the inspiration for a lovely painting.