I often ask my daughter her opinion of my works in progress. She’s a teenager, so sometimes her enthusiasm can be lacking and she would rather check her phone than come into my studio to look at what I’m working on. But, she had a sensational reaction to my Autumn Hues Girl and asked me if I could create a canvas for her, but showcasing an Orca Whale. I thought it would be a whale of a canvas (pun totally intended!).
I started with this Artists Loft 18″ x 24″ back stapled canvas and applied Americana Acrylic paints in a random abstract way.
The next layer was created with The Crafter’s Workshop stencils and my Americana Acrylic paint. I wanted to capture the blues, greens and even yellows that are found under the sea.
My daughter provided a picture of one of her favorite whales at Sea World San Diego and I tried to reproduce the mother and calf the best I could. These beautiful creatures are not just black and white, they have shades of grey and dark brown.
I’m really pleased with the final creation and best of all, my daughter absolutely loves it! Now to find a spot for it in her room full of posters and memorabilia.
If you are interested in commissioning a special piece of artwork, contact me to talk about how I can create your unique canvas.
Blessings,
this is really successful and I am sure your daughter will love it…xx
Wonderful Carmen. I love how you made the background! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
Hi Jann! I truly did enjoy making this canvas and it looks great in my daughter’s room!
Beautiful Carmen! How special that you created it for your daughter! Thanks for sharing @Vintage Charm!
Thanks Cecilia I so appreciate your visiting!
Carmen this is so special. The first thing I thought was mother and daughter. A very special piece indeed
Nicole/Beadwright
Thanks Nicole. I thought the same thing when she showed me the picture. Gifts like this are definitely so special!
Wow, that is beautiful!! I would love to have you share at my new link party: http://craftymomsshare.blogspot.com/2015/10/crafty-weekends-paper-pom-poms-other.html
Thanks Carrie, I will definitely share at your party!
How beautiful! I love the way you used the layers–such an interesting idea! The end project is charming.
Thanks Beth! I love layering colors and textures, you never know what it will look like in the end, but I’m definitely happy with this one.
I love the depiction of the water! So beautiful! Thanks for sharing at Home Sweet Home!
Thank you Sherry for visiting!
Fantastic painting of whales. I love the how you made the background. Blessings, Janet PPF
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Thanks so much Diana! I appreciate your featuring my canvas. I will definitely stop by and party again!