Category Archives: Pen

Day 10 – 30 In 30

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I forgot to mention yesterday, that the Yupo I was using was part of a gift pack from Sandy Sandy. Her work on Yupo is amazing. I am sure you have seen it, she is participating in Leslie’s challenge.

Thank you Sandy!

Today’s piece is on more of that Yupo. Again I started with paint and Saran wrap. At first, I did not see anything, and I thought I would have to trash it. I used acrylics that were left over. I tried scratching off some of the acrylic, and it’s on there baby!

I set the painting aside, when I came back to it, I saw the shape of the head, beard, and shirt. I left the face color untouched. I did add white to the eyes, but the shapes were there. The wrinkles, mouth and nose. I completed this in about 30 minutes.

Maybe he is just thoughtful, contemplative. At first I thought I saw his arms in front, as if he was resting his chin on his hands. Not quite sure now, if a little color would bring them out, or look like a mistake.

Loneliness. Mixed media on Yupo, 7 x 8. © 2014 Sheila Delgado

Loneliness. Mixed media on Yupo, 7 x 8. © 2014 Sheila Delgado

While I worked, I thought of this song…

 

 

For some reason, Mr. Lonely reminded me of Joe Cocker, so I will leave you with this. A little more upbeat, or hopeful at least.

Have a great Wednesday, take a look at all the great art created today!

 

 

 

Day 9 – 30 In 30

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This is an ACEO I started yesterday. I used leftover paint and plastic wrap on Yupo for a start. When I first removed the wrap this morning, I thought I had nothing. I sat and looked, rotated it. And the hand, right eye, and mouth jumped out at me.

All the shapes were there, I just added color to them. Last night, flipping through the channels, I caught a glimpse of Thoroughly Modern Millie. So I am thinking that is where the hat came from. Here are some samples of hats from the 1920’s.

 

1920's-hat

1920’s-hat

20's-hats

Hats from the 1920’s

Do you see what I see?

(Oh shoot, now I have Christmas music in my head.)

Daydream begins, watercolor on Yupo. 2.5 x 3.5.

Daydream begins, watercolor on Yupo. 2.5 x 3.5.

Ardent Daydream. Watercolor, acrylic, pen on Yupo. 2.5 x 3.5 © 2014 Sheila Delgado

Ardent Daydream. Watercolor, acrylic, pen on Yupo. 2.5 x 3.5 © 2014 Sheila Delgado

Ahhhh daydreams. Sometimes they are far better than the reality. This is the “What if” phase. Long before the “If only” starts.

Happy painting all!

 

 

 

Caught up – 30 In 30

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Day 4, 5, 6, and 7

So much for getting ahead. Maybe next time I will use 3 or 4 layers, instead of 158.  Just kidding. I couldn’t decide if I wanted to go light, or dark for the final pieces.

This little series is based on the themes of love and the human condition. I am going to submit artwork to be published in Bradford G. Wheler’s book – LOVE SAYINGS: wit & wisdom of romance, courtship, and marriage.

For “LOVE SAYINGS” he is looking for original artwork and photography that in some way relates to love and the human condition. Artists who would like to be considered can sign up at bookcollaborative.com.

I have paintings in two of Brad’s earlier books. You can see them here, and here.

I haven’t decided on titles for these yet. Any ideas? Home is where the heart is, love on the rocks, heart of mine. Love grows (where my Rosemary goes). I always think in song or movie titles.

I will be painting more on this theme. But I think, it is time for some watercolor.

Acrylic and pen on gallery wrapped canvas. 4 x 4. © 2014 Sheila Delgado

Acrylic and pen on gallery wrapped canvas. 4 x 4. © 2014 Sheila Delgado

It’s too bad the copper does not show more in the photos, it looks great, just bits here and there that catch the light. Today was a good day! Six of my fabric designs sold today at Spoonflower! Woo Whoo!

Tons of amazing art to be seen!