My friend Bob gave me this beautiful paper called Papel Amate a while back. I've only used it for one painting that I have on my sidebar called "IN PRAYER" and I decided to use it for a journal that will have 40 faces on 40 pages, front and back. I was so happy to get this gift from Bob and Gina. Since the paper was a little large for a journal, I've gone ahead and cut the paper down so that I have a total of 20 pages, and since the back of the page will be used as well, there will be 40 pages. I love this paper. The texture is awesome and you can find more info on this papel amate link.
I've seen a video on how to bind a book and I hope to give it a try.
JUST FACES is all I will be painting on these pages, at least that's the plan for now. I may title the book just faces.
This painting is on the papel amate and acrylics, pastels, permanent markers was used. Sorry it's a little bleary.
The paper soaks up the paint and it doesn't go through the backside. It is awesome!
"Thinking Positive"
So I'm hoping to paint a face a day so that I can complete the 40 days. On other news, husband goes back to work on Monday. I have to admit he has been doing more that he should and I worry about that. He keeps saying that the doctor told him he can do everything, but if he feels pain, to stop. So I have no choice but to go along with that. On the other hand he is outside rototilling???? I can't stop him though. He is a workaholic. I have neglected my exercise so back I go. I went back today, will go tomorrow and after that on Monday, it's back to the routine. So, that's pretty much it, just thought I'd post some of my "Doodling." For some reason or other, I like that word now. I hope everyone is doing well and that your days are filled will happiness. Have a great Friday. Okey dokey, take care and
VIVA LA VIDA!
'Thinking Positive' turned out great and is a wonderful start to your 40 pages-40 Faces project, Gloria! What a great book it will make. We must be on the same wavelength as I am hoping to be accepted to a Portrait Party challenge I recently signed up for.
ReplyDeleteIt's good news that your hubby is returning to work and, I too, hope that he takes it easy and stops immediately if he feels any pain.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Doodling is a lovely word :0)
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see what you do with the rest of the pages...
Happy Friday to you too!
I love this idea, and that paper looks wonderful--can you order it online?
ReplyDeleteI hope you show the progress of your many faces!!
What a beautiful girl. I love the first face of your project and I would love to join you on something like this once my other projects are completed...so hopefully by October/November, I'll be good to go. I love portrait drawing and now I've taken a liking to permanent markers, so it could make for an interesting sketchbook.
ReplyDeleteBtw, that paper looks cool. I can't wait to see more of your faces!
Have a fantastic weekend...THINKING POSITIVE and all the best to your hubby!
Gorgeous paper...I just want to run my hands over it! I love the feel of thick paper... And I love that face =)!
ReplyDeleteA great start Gloria. I will be looking for the next 39. Keep on creating.
ReplyDeleteThanks Serena for your kind words. Yes back to work and back to routine. I would love to your portrait challenge when you get started. Thanks again, take care. You have a great weekend too. I almost forgot, it is the weekend. Gosh, where have I gone to????:)
ReplyDeleteHappy Weekend to you too Oberon. Look forward to seeing some of your work too. take care.
Hi Diane. I'm sure you could order it online. I really haven't checked. Mine was mailed from Mexico. WooHoo!:) It is a great paper. Have a great weekend.
Hi Ily. Hope you are having a great Friday and hope you have a wonderful weekend. You are always doing something exciting. I look forward to seeing your portraits. I have a hard time drawing/painting someone's face. I mean from a picture. I have to give that a try sometime. Take care, always good to see you.
Girlie, it does feel good. This paper is totally awesome. I loved your chili colorado recipe. Looked so good. Have a great weekend and thx for stopping by.
Hi Joji. Thank you. I hope to be able to do one a day. Remember I said hope too.:) Have a great weekend.
Thanks everyone for your nice words for my hubbers who is going back to work on Monday. Like I said before, he is my pal, my husband, my everything, but gosh all mighty, I need some quiet time!! :) Take care.
Hi Gloria - I have to laugh about your comment, "Like I said before, he is my pal, my husband, my everything, but gosh all mighty, I need some quiet time!! :)" I know EXACTLY what you mean.
ReplyDeleteCool paper. And quite a challenge to do 40 faces in 40 days! I'll be checking in on you to see all of them. Happy weekend.
Gloria...I love the book idea. I'll look forward to seeing your faces.
ReplyDeleteAt different times in my life I've attempted to keep a journal (written words), but it always falls by the wayside.
Have a blessed weekend!
Love,
Amy