Friday, 9 March 2012

So! I'm not Perfect!

So, I have a busy weekend ahead, but desperately wanted to join in with the Paint Party Friday crew. It is their 1 year anniversary this week, and I've been itching to join in for a while now, but wasn't sure if I was good enough...I know, you think I'd have learned by now....we are all good enough!!! If we enjoy what we make, we are good enough!!
Here is a piece I am working on, inspired by many of the things I see in blogland. Style, technique, peoples words and experiences...I call it "Not YOUR kind of PERFECT"
Working in my pre altered board book...
added a layer of inktense pencil...
then got adventurous with some alcohol inks...mmmmmm:) drippy.....:D
Obligatory "wiped on wiped off" white acrylic, plus some yellow acrylic through mesh...
luuuurvely texture....
Find the face...there is always a face waiting to be freed in my backgrounds...
she is a dumpy young woman who does not fit the "normal" profile for many reasons....
mostly because she doesn't give a damn about other peoples expectation of her...
and has no problem letting them know that!
Enjoy :D XXX
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39 comments:

  1. Šolanje na domu-Waldorf9 March 2012 at 10:49

    Oh, she is perfect! :) I was doing pull art yesterday as well. Only my faces don't look this pretty. :))

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  2. Virginia9 March 2012 at 14:21

    Oh it is gorgeous as a layout! Love it hun and it looks pretty damn close to perfect for me!

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  3. Leovi9 March 2012 at 16:50

    Wonderful composition with a beautiful and expressive face. Beauty is in the imperfection, perfection is boring. Greetings.

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  4. Helen Campbell9 March 2012 at 16:59

    Oh, this is wonderful! I do not do faces because I'm not good enough. Ha! Perhaps I'll take your words to heart and attempt. :)
    Happy PPF! Helen @ Natures Walk

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    1. Gina9 March 2012 at 17:57

      just remember...don't try too hard...let the face find you :D

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  5. Yvonne9 March 2012 at 18:44

    Great stuff! Happy PPF.

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  6. Annie Lightbulb9 March 2012 at 18:44

    Wow, your art is so gorgeous, you go for it!

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  7. Mary C. Nasser9 March 2012 at 18:48

    Love all the layers of intense colors!
    I am your newest blog follower!
    ♥♥♥
    Happy PPF!!
    Mary
    Mixed-Media Map Art

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  8. Debbie9 March 2012 at 18:56

    I love the great colors, textures and interesting face!

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  9. Unknown9 March 2012 at 19:10

    I'm SO glad you linked to PPF- how could you ever think this isn't "good enough" I just don't see! It's incredible with all those gorgeous layers of color texture words and of course that awesome face! I LOVE this!
    Happy PPF,
    Stephanie

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  10. Barbara9 March 2012 at 19:53

    Wow this is intense, Gina. Love the texture, colors, and of course the face. Thanks for explaining the background to us. It makes your masterpiece even more meaningful. Have a wonderful weekend.

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  11. Tracey FK9 March 2012 at 20:54

    How could you doubt your talent.... this is truly lovely and thanks for sharing all the process as well. I never think to stop and take photos... so happy you have linked up and look forward to your next project...xx

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  12. wednesday9 March 2012 at 21:30

    I love her defiant expression. This is such a great piece.

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  13. PiaRom9 March 2012 at 21:39

    wonderful defiant face :-)) I am a big fan of pulled art, since I discover it!

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  14. carol l mckenna9 March 2012 at 22:59

    Very dramatic ~ love it ~thanks, namaste, carol (A Creative Harbor) ~ Happy Weekend ^_^

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  15. EVA9 March 2012 at 23:09

    Oh Gina - PPF is all about painting and having fun at it! So glad you decided to join us!

    She is a wonderfully perfect petulant face!

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  16. bellefrogworks9 March 2012 at 23:52

    Love your painting - and you are right - we are all good enough! I like your name as well (LOL)

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  17. Fallingladies10 March 2012 at 00:04

    She's perfect!

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  18. Cameron10 March 2012 at 07:13

    The face looks like a baby to me :)
    Art is not about being perfect....nothing in Nature is perfect...so this is fitting, and true, and a good reminder that we are each our own special kind of whatever we are :D

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  19. Valerie-Jael10 March 2012 at 07:47

    Love how you have altered your book! Valerie

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  20. Unknown10 March 2012 at 10:48

    Amazing work! Love the face and her nose!!!

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  21. Unknown10 March 2012 at 11:26

    IN LOVE! The process is incredible .. thanks for sharing. xodonna

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  22. SusieJ10 March 2012 at 12:35

    Great techniques and another beautiful face...that's my kind of "perfect".
    Hugs xx

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  23. Kristin Dudish10 March 2012 at 14:48

    Welcome! Welcome! Welcome!

    I'm so glad you've decided to join in the fun! It is so wonderful to get a glimpse into other artists' techniques and processes! Thank you for sharing your progress pics... This is what PPF is all about! Wheee!!!

    xo
    Kristin

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  24. *jean*10 March 2012 at 15:05

    you achieved a perfect pout mouth in your painting! happy PPF!

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  25. Magic Love Crow10 March 2012 at 16:13

    I think you are a very creative and talented person! I love her and her mouth! Great altered book!!!

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  26. Annabelle10 March 2012 at 17:20

    I agree with Levoi, imperfection is beauty and your face and art work is stunning. luv what you have achieved in this work. Beautifully done!

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  27. Jill10 March 2012 at 20:46

    Love her pout and imperfections are the best. Welcome to PPF!

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  28. Daniele Valois11 March 2012 at 05:03

    That pouty mouth is great! This really came together so nicely!

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  29. Unknown11 March 2012 at 07:27

    Gina, you WON! Chack out my post. :)

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  30. Unknown11 March 2012 at 07:27

    Check out, of course.... :)

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  31. Leovi11 March 2012 at 09:35

    Really lovely colors. Greetings.

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  32. Silvia(Barnie)11 March 2012 at 17:44

    Okay, she looks a bit sad, but she's perfect :)

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  33. Leovi11 March 2012 at 19:46

    I really like your torn paper money, give me a little sad when you cover painting. Greetings.

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  34. Geckostone11 March 2012 at 21:20

    Awesome textures and colors and I love the expression, perfect!!! Deb

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  35. DVArtist12 March 2012 at 02:04

    great piece! the color and texture are beautiful.
    Nicole/Beadwright

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  36. Gloria j Zucaro14 March 2012 at 15:17

    Not good enough! It's gorgeous!

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  37. Karen Isaacson16 March 2012 at 19:58

    I loved watching the progress of this piece and how she emerged, and I love her story too.

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  38. Carol17 March 2012 at 05:22

    Love the piece and really enjoyed the process.

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