Bears, Owls and more

Another week has passed and it's time for Paint Party Friday and to show you what I've been creating since last time.

This is a large (for me) canvas that had been sitting for weeks with the outline of the bears, but no progress. I just wasn't inspired, so I waited until it was time.

Annie Hamman's class (see my last post) unlocked something in me and suddenly I wanted to play with this painting again. Play is the operative word.

I played with color, fluid paint, stencils, fingerprints, big brushes, little brushes, stamps and anything else that struck my fancy.

I just kept going, layer after layer until it felt complete. It was so much fun to create!

After the last layer of the bear painting, I had some paint leftover on my palette and just started another canvas.

Again making sure I stay playful with my art using stencils (how did I not have any for all these years?!?),

 a few collage pieces from old books for texture,

 and more stencils and drips.

 I have no idea where this is heading and that's ok. I'll find out soon enough.

And now a few small paintings, I completed. Not as many as I had planned, but we were away last weekend and the bigger paintings took up some of my time.

The little fox above I finished yesterday. The colors are a bit unusual for me, but it came together nicely.

The two beluga whales above remain somewhat etherial and I like it. I've seen them once in an aquarium and what magnificent and graceful creatures they are. I loved how they actually interacted with the people standing in front of them, especially the children.

Ah, and an owl. I love owls! We hear them here almost every morning, but it's rare that we glimpse one. If you are interested in any of my art, the links to my various shops are in the sidebar.

I am linking to Paint Party Friday, a fantastic gallery of beautiful and diverse artwork, lovingly hosted by Kristin and Eva. It's always a pleasure to visit.

Until next week, I wish you creative and peaceful days, joy in your life and fun surprises sprinkled throughout!

❧ Silke