Wednesday, 29 October 2008

Wood Block

The Suziblu workshop has finished and I'm now trying to find new ways of using what I've learned.
DH has made me a load of woodblocks of different sizes and I'm going to use them for painting on. They are mainly ATC sized but this one is even smaller; 8cm x 4cm. I like the idea that I can use the sides and the back as well. I used acrylics, lace, paper napkin flowers, torn text and gold leaf. Hope you like it - because I LOVED making it! I'm off to start another one........

25 comments:

Chriss Rollins said...

OH MY GOSH X 1000000 WO WOW WOW.
THIS IS AMAZING.
NEW KID ON THE BLOCK NO LONGER MISSES...WAY TO GO
CHRISS X

Jennifer Williams said...

Oh this is darling! I started doing the exact opposite after her workshop by going bigger (I had been doing atcs). I can't believe how much detail you got on this piece! Great work!

Donna Gotlib said...

Very, very pretty!

Sandy..... said...

Great idea! I have all sorts of little blocks laying around my garage after a "building project".
Thanks for sharing!

Shashi Nayagam said...

These are beautiful Linda. The unfinished texture of the wood gives it a lovely look.

sharon said...

Wow! This is gorgeous - you clever girl! Love the greens and blues you use in your work.
X

nancy said...

Linda, these are fabulous. They look like so much fun! Beautiful work on them.
Nancy

Sandy said...

OMG Linda these are amazing.
So wonderful. I love them. You inspire me.

Dot said...

Linda - you have done a great job on this one! I am sure you will make many more. Beautiful colors, and the textures look delicious. And I love how you can hold this in your hand too.

Your faces are incredible!

Mary S. Hunt said...

she is great linda
you did very well with the class
i am still at the beginning
but
come by my blog and see a little surprise i have for you
:)

Mary S. Hunt said...

well darn..you already have one
oh well at least you know you are loved
:)

Judy S. said...

I love the way your girls are evolving, Linda. And the way you made the butterfly go around the corner....very cool!

Jo Wholohan said...

wow linda, lovely lovely xx Jo

Sanja said...

fab wood blocks Linda!!
xoxo

Jaqi said...

Wow Linda, this is stunning, and so tiny. It looks fantastic you are so clever. How on earth do you manage to paint such a perfect little face so small? This has been a great workshop for you, well done, I can see your talent is really shining through. You should be very proud , you have done a brilliant job. Thanks for sharing, Jaqi x

Anonymous said...

OMG!!!!!!!!!
I love this mini WORK OF ART ,Its Stunning .I love the colours and all the detail .You are SOOOOO Amazing Linda .

You should Sell them on Etsy .

Hope you are having a good week

Love and hugs from sesga xxx

Anonymous said...

The fact that you enjoyed it shines through. Wow, that face - you've galloped along with the technique haven't you?

Great colours and a lovely piece.

xxxxxxxx

Viola said...

Wonderful work, Linda! As always! :o)

pammyjo said...

I love watching you evolve. Her eyes are captivating.Very beautiful piece. Great idea with the little blocks.

Anne said...

This wood block is soooooo gorgeous and so tiny! I am amazed by all the detail you crammed into such a small space. And your girl is luminous! Love the butterfly wing in the corner. Love everything!

Chris said...

OMG!! Linda this is just soooo DELIGHTFUL!! So much wonderful detail and I couldn't believe it fits in the palm of your hand!!!
You have definately found a new talent that you should never let go of...your paintings are fabulous. Way to go hun :D
hugs
Chris xx

Jacky said...

Love your little wooden blocks... miniatures are always so appealing and the face is gorgeous!

Rosie said...

This is just gorgeous - love it that you are working so small too!

Heather Robinson said...

Oh how delightful in every way. I love the wrap around on the wood. It just gives the whole look of the block such depth....and your girls are spectacular. Each has her own personality. Bravo!

~*~Patty S said...

Your wood block creations are amazing! I think it's extra sweet your hubbie supports your efforts as well! Gotta Love that!

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