Sunday, July 11, 2010

are we there yet?

That is the name of this self-titled, mixed-media illustration that I did today. I decided to paint this for a few reasons. One, I have wanted to do some paintings of a little Shasta or teardrop trailer for a while now. I have a special affinity for those old campers...my family and I camped out one time for over 6 months in a trailer like this when I was a little girl, and though it may sound weird, it was one of the best times of my childhood. Two, I wanted to experiment with a technique that I saw on Suzi Blu's blog and I needed to make sure the that same process would work on art board. Three, I am going through a time in my life right now that makes me wonder if I will ever 'get there'...so, "are we there yet" seems very appropriate! I hope you like it and I hope you will share your comments.
x's & o's
kp

11 comments:

  1. I just LOVE this, Kristen! Seriously love it!

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  2. This is so very cool--and you'll get there--enjoy the journey!!

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  3. Thank you all:) your comments make me happy! @ Diane "you'll get there" is going to be my next one!!

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  4. I freaking love this! I just got back from a holiday in Clarens - a small little art town in the Drakensburg mountians - your piece fits perfectly with them. AMAZING!

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  5. Kristen, I love this piece! It's adorable, and I love your reasons for making it! Did I mention that I LOVE it?!

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  6. I just love this,this style,a ha,Seriously love it!

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  8. I love this one. It actually sums up going on holiday for me as a child. My nan's caravan was THE place to be :)

    Chloe x

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  9. AWWWW- not to sound like everyone else but I love it too! Makes me happy to look at it- It would make a great ....greeting card? I don't know- it would sure make a great- something!!!!!

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  10. This is awesome! (: You're pretty creative.

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