Can’t remodel yet? -Add some pizzazz with a mural By Barbara Harms http://www.etsy.com/shop/AsianAerAnsQuiilts/How many of us would just like a change in a certain room? Maybe it’s your kitchen, dining room or bedroom that’s looking tired? You can’t fork out the bucks to remodel right now, but want a change, so now what?
How about a mural? It’s an inexpensive do it yourself project. It can make a big bang for your buck as well. You can paint it yourself, if you have the art gene. Or if not, try stencils, they’re not that hard to do , and if you look around online, there are some very pretty ones available. Acrylic paints are a bargain, easy to use and only water clean up. Here are a few shots of this mural to spark your own creative juices. Have some fun, if you don’t like it, paint right over it, it’s no big deal.
You may have noted various different fruit on the same vine, it’s called poetic licence!
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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The colors and designs you use are extremely beautiful! I like the mural that you use! I look forward to seeing what you do next.
The colors and designs you use are extremely beautiful! I like the mural that you use! I look forward to seeing what you do next.
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