I had an entirely different idea when I sat down with this last Sunday, but that went south really fast, so Monday morning I started painting the fabric and Tyvek. Tuesday I had it on the frame, and late Tuesday started the beading. It has been quite awhile ( years) since I did a Tyvek piece and I had forgotten how elegant they can be. The fused glass cabochon was commissioned from a local glass worker, June Derksen, for an entirely different design, but works very well here. The beads include fresh water pearls and amethyst, as well as a variety of glass beads, and even a couple of sequins.
Purple because of its symbolism as being rich and rare. I chose an analogous colour scheme, and painted in Seta-Color Parma Purple, Fuschia, and Cobalt Blue. I generally use a cool palette, and analogous schemes are my preference. But when the painting was done, I really felt I had to add the gold, which turned this into a split complement. The piece will be mounted and framed
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3 comments:
This is very pretty Pat. I love your use of Tyvek. Like you I haven't thought to use it for a while now. Thanks for the reminder.
I had good intentions with this challenge, but two many things are going on right now to devote time to it. Family health issues take precedence as I am sure you understand.
The Tyvec gives such an interesting texture to your piece, with its iridescence and almost luminous hues. Great work, and thanks for the challenge.
I LOVE this piece! The Tyvek and the cabochon are beautiful together. Thank you for a fun and interesting challenge.
Cheryl Casker
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