Friday 18 April 2014

Moments of Happiness.

I am sharing this post with both Art Journal Journey and Paint Party Friday. This painting is not actually in my art journal but on a 5x7 canvas board but it fits in with the theme for AJJ which is Moments of Happiness.


I know she doesn't look very happy but the reason for my moment of happiness can be seen on top of her head.

Acrylic and a touch of oil pastel

Perched on her head is a robin. There is a little story of my late Mum and a robin which is dear to me and when I see a robin I feel closer to her and that is my 'moment of happiness.'

The reason for the different texture you can see in her face is because I began by adhering book and patterned papers to the canvas. This is the first time I have painted on a canvas board, paper being my usual choice. This image is a good illustration of the difference in the final overall appearance but I'm still  not sure which I prefer, however, I am happy with the result of this piece.

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29 comments:

  1. This is so adorable. I got such joy out of seeing her with the robin on her head. Reminds me of my mom too....years ago when camping a little robin befriended us and would fly on our heads or shoulders. Mom had rollers in her hair when he landed on her! I always see crows and think of my mom....she was such a bird lover! Very very pretty canvas!

    Hugs Giggles

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  2. It is a beautiful painting, and it is always good to remember and hold tight to our precious moments in life. Valerie

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  3. I like your canvas too. This little girl, looking a bit lost, but being guided by the robin. Lovely and moody.

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  4. I like the rich texture and the deep colors, moment of joy, yes.

    Happy Easter!

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  5. I really like this piece. The bird is awesome and her expression tells us everything.
    Well done
    Nicole/Beadwright

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  6. oh this is a cute interpretation of happiness!

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  7. This is beautiful! I love her porcelain complexion.

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  8. Love the story behind the smashing painting. Happy Easter, hugs Annette x

    http://nettysartadventures.blogspot.co.uk/

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  9. This lady is great. She looks slightly irritated by the bird on ehr head- who can blame her? There is so much meotion in her face- I love it.

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  10. Love the various mixed media elements under the paint in this!

    How lovely that seeing robins makes you feel connected with your mom. Makes spring even more glorious!

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  11. This is gorgeous. There is something about the robin that makes one happy, seeing a robin is always a delight. I like your painted lady standing still so as not to disturb the robin.

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  12. Lovely rich coloring and texture! Happy PPF!

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  13. Really l like your interpretation of happines. I love it.

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  14. That would be a moment of happiness for me too if a robin landed on my hands, though I would be a bit frightened.

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  15. That is so sweet that seeing robins reminds you of your mum. What a touching and lovely picture. I am from England where they have these tiny cute robins. Now I live in USA and they are much bigger - robins on steroids. Happy PPF!

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  16. She is just lovely! (and I like the robin!)

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  17. Such a wonderful personal meaning to this painting. What a great way to remember your mom. I sometimes like the look of canvas and sometimes I don't. It depends what I'm working on. But I also love seeing a comnbination of the two, like in this piece!

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  18. The robin guides her the waa to happiness I think! Amazing painting ! Thank you for sharing it with us at Art Journal Journey!
    Happy Easter!

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  19. Such a beautiful back story to the choice of image. I love the rich colours and the textures are awesome. The robin is a wonderful addition.
    Wishing you a happy and healing Easter time *hugs* Mo

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  20. I love this painting, The simplicity and purity of the emotion is beautifully expressed in this wonderful work. Well done

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  21. A beautiful little painting with so much sentimental attachment. Love the colours and textures and the cute tiny robin on her head.

    Happy Easter,
    Annabelle

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  22. A sweet painting both hopeful and melancholy. I like the textural elements and the color scheme is perfect. Thanks for sharing this lovely work.

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  23. She is so sweet and thoughtful. Beautiful color!

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  24. Wonderful piece of artwork! I love it!!!

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  25. What a lovely story behind this charming painting. I like to change up the substrate I paint on but am particularly fond of the hard surface of a cradelboard when I start with collage.

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  26. Love the canvas the little robin is so sweet. Becky x

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  27. Gorgeous, Fuzzie! I love the expression on the girl's face as she looks up - hilarious! She looks a bit worried that the robin might leave a trademark behind lol!! My mum is a great bird lover too. Little things that remind you of a whole world of memories are so precious and I can understand why this picture expresses so well your "moment of happiness." I love what you have done with the textures and the beautiful background. It's all so warm and subtle, with just the right level of quirkiness! Well done indeedy.

    Shoshi

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  28. I missed this post, what a beautiful piece, your use of the canvas board really makes a difference and suitsyour medium beautifully. I love the connection with your mum, a very special piece.

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  29. it turned out beautifully! what a sweet and meaningful piece! love it and the story behind it. thanks so much for sharing!

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