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Before I started glueing I auditioned ways to add depth and texture using felt, fabric or buttons. I am, as you know, a big fan of mixed media. I thought all the options had potential.
These circles were a good idea in theory....but I really don't like some of the floss choices....especially the variegated ones. They're too bright. But for the sake of sharing the process...which is the most important part....here's what I did. I fused batik circles onto weavers cloth and needle punched around the edges. Your can read more about needle punch in this post.
I cut them out leaving about 1/4 inch of fabric which then got clipped. Using white glue I folded the edges to the back. I think it's kind of cute...and I do like the batik center. So again....the concept is good. I do think if I do more I won't make such perfect circles....and I'll make them different sizes.
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Then I started glueing the background squares using matte medium and a foam brush. I worked on a repurposed canvas that I covered with gesso....which is good base primer.
Since I was using magazine images the paper was thin and I had to really work to keep it from wrinkling smoothing out with the brush or my finger until there was good contact. I wanted it a little wonky...so I didn't match up the sqaures.
This is just round one...I can see areas that need improvement. I am after all...just winging it...figuring it out as I go. This piece will evolve over time.
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When it was dry the next morning I auditioned again....and like expected the needle punched circles were too bright.
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So until next time I'm in the studio I'll do what I do best...mull it over. It was time to head home.
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