Here’s a couple of new ones. I told you I’m focused and working!!! These 2 are opposites, vibrant and serene, hot and cool, excitement and calm…you get the idea…
Muy Caliente!
”]Serene ocean colors, sand, teal ,aqua and peach- in "Abalone"detail of appliqué and thread painting, colors appear almost like a watercolor painting.
Another one just in. This is really cool. I started with an awesome batik fabric . The gradient colors seemed to melt from one to the next, green to violet to purple back to green. I decided to mimic that effect by doing layer upon layer of appliqué in various colors. It was labor intensive but so worth the effort. I also added to the design with thread painting in different colors. I love how this quilt turned out!
What should I call it? Ideas anyone?detaildetailMore details. OK enough! I'll stop with the pics!
How about some help with a title for this one, I’m drawing a blank. Leave a comment and help name this baby!
Barbara Harms-Up Close and Personal
I've been a painter most of my life.
When I was introduced to quilting, I fell in love, jumping in with both feet. I loved quilting, but began to miss the creative freedom painting offered.
Then, I discovered mixed media art quilting, I was finally home.
My Process & Approach
For me, it's the process of creating that holds the strongest attraction. I love starting with a tiny seed of an idea; vague and blurred around the edges, then I follow where it leads.
My style is fairly loose and instinctual. I don't a great deal of pre-planning.The creative choices are made as I work on a piece, are based on my gut feelings at the time. This can lead to quite a few changes in direction.
The outcome can come as a surprise.
I love that element of surprise.
Sometimes everything just comes together & I think that this is one of my better ones. I can’t wait to show someone. I feel like a six year old, running home from school, a drawing in hand, excited to show Mom. At those times I'm smiling like the Cheshire cat.
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