Friday, November 8, 2013

What to do when good art goes verrry bad!

Last week I posted a picture of a WIP which was to be a baby present.  Something in that painting wasn't working for me - so instead of analyzing what it was - I ruined it.  The only thing left to do was gesso over the canvas and rethink the project.  I was wandering around Pinterest when it suddenly came to me - the background was just wrong.  So I chose another canvas (decided to go a little bigger) and went to work.  I'm not quite finished but I am pleased with it.   I think it will be a good painting for a baby girl's room.  I also worked on a couple of new little ladies and a journal page lady - which I can't find right now.  In the midst of that I had time to develop a horrible MRSA infection on my face. I was scary looking - my lips and one side of my face was swollen.  I am on antibiotics and I almost look normal - but it was rough.  And my husband started making jokes (to make me feel better and I did laugh) like saying "don't give me no lip".  Gotta laugh in the midst of craziness.  Anyway, without further ado, my new giraffe

Needs to have some finishing touches and the shading nees t be blended more - but I am much happier with this more whimsical piece.

I am linking with Paint Party Friday (here) hosted by Eva and Kristen who give us a wonderful venue to share art with you and each other.  Go take a look and enjoy.  Maybe next time you can submit your work.

Thanks for stopping by and have a blessed and art-filled weekend.
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29 comments:

  1. Valerie-JaelNovember 9, 2013 at 12:16 AM

    The Giraffe is beautiful. Sorry you have been ill, please get well soon! Valerie

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    1. bellefrogworksNovember 9, 2013 at 8:53 AM

      Thanks for the comment - I am getting better but still have a somewhat swollen face. So glad the antibiotics are working!

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  2. Ilona HeimböckelNovember 9, 2013 at 3:38 AM

    That's such a lovely image! How well it will look on a wall :-)
    Hope you are well soon!
    Happy PPF
    Ilona

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    1. bellefrogworksNovember 9, 2013 at 8:54 AM

      Thanks Ilona - Encouragement is such a good thing! I am getting better

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  3. SLScheibeNovember 9, 2013 at 5:12 AM

    Oh my, I so know that feeling! I am a part time ruiner of paintings too. But this giraffe is lovely! I think it will go perfectly in a girl's bedroom. The use of maps on the body is great,

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    1. bellefrogworksNovember 9, 2013 at 8:56 AM

      It's funny - I kept changing things and it was getting worse and worse and then it was too late. I like the new image for a baby girl. Thanks for the comment

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  4. GlorV1November 9, 2013 at 7:21 AM

    Your giraffe came out great. I like it. Sorry about the swollen lip/face. Hope it gets better. Take a pic pf it and then sketch it so we can see. Tee hee. Sorry. I'm just joking.. Take care dear and be well.

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    1. bellefrogworksNovember 9, 2013 at 8:57 AM

      I did take a pic last night - of course even tho it's still swollen it looks great compared to earlier in the week - think I'll skip the sketch tho - LOL. Thanks for the encouraging comment

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  5. DVArtistNovember 9, 2013 at 7:44 AM

    ohhh MRSA is nothing to mess around with. Glad you are getting better.
    I too like the giraffe. Great job lovely art
    Nicole/Beadwright

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    1. bellefrogworksNovember 9, 2013 at 8:58 AM

      This is the 3rd time in a year. So I know not to mess around. I live in a lovely place but the southeast US is a hotbed of MRSA. Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment.

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  6. katNovember 9, 2013 at 8:16 AM

    Oh I hope you recover quick! Great giraffe! Thanks for your kind comment, take care and have a restful and happy week-end!
    Hugs
    Kat

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    1. bellefrogworksNovember 9, 2013 at 8:59 AM

      Getting better - looking less weird each day!!! Thanks as well for your comment.

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  7. VictoriaNovember 9, 2013 at 10:45 AM

    Hello kindred..such gorgeous art..such a beautiful soul..lovely soft colors.. I love giraffes!
    HUgs, hope you are feeling all sparkling now and much better!
    Victoria, pencil and wings
    Happy PPF

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  8. Abigail DavidsonNovember 9, 2013 at 4:13 PM

    The mixed media technique looks great! Hope you feel better soon!

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    1. bellefrogworksNovember 19, 2013 at 7:35 AM

      Sorry it took so long to respond - I am now feeling better. Thanks for stopping by

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  9. minnemieNovember 9, 2013 at 5:18 PM

    This giraffe is a winner - love it!

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    1. bellefrogworksNovember 19, 2013 at 7:36 AM

      Thanks so much Minnemie - All the finishing touches are on it now and it waits to travel to NY with me for Thanksgiving.

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  10. dentheNovember 10, 2013 at 5:26 AM

    You're right, it's so much better and more whimsical with this kind of background! Love the sweet little giraffe and the pieces of collage. Hope you got rid of that nasty infection!

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    1. bellefrogworksNovember 19, 2013 at 7:37 AM

      Sorry I took so long to reply - last week was super busy and I was super tired. Better now - thanks for the lovely comment

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  11. GigglesNovember 10, 2013 at 6:43 PM

    Gina this is amazing...wow so impressive!! I love it... I could see someone decorating a whole room around this piece! It is whimsical fun and so unique...I think you are finding yourself!! Very very Impressive piece! Hope your lip heals up fast...love the humor in this post too!!

    Hugs Giggles

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    1. bellefrogworksNovember 19, 2013 at 7:38 AM

      So sorry I didn't reply sooner - your comment put a big smile on my face. I am mostly healed - no more infection just a fairly small bump.

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  12. Kim DellowNovember 11, 2013 at 5:57 AM

    Love your giraffe! Kim

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    1. bellefrogworksNovember 19, 2013 at 7:39 AM

      Thanks so much Kim - sorry for the late reply - I was so busy last week and so tired!!!

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  13. WilmeNovember 11, 2013 at 11:36 AM

    I love this so much! The map is perfect and the background is dreamy :)

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    1. bellefrogworksNovember 19, 2013 at 7:40 AM

      Thanks Wilme - I would have replied sooner but last week pretty much sucked all the energy from me!! I so appreciate your comment

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  14. ViolaNovember 12, 2013 at 4:12 PM

    Oh! I think your giraffe is beautiful! and I love the pale colors and bits in it! :)
    Very creative! :)

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    1. bellefrogworksNovember 19, 2013 at 7:40 AM

      Thanks so much Viola - sorry for the late reply. I so appreciate your lovely comment

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  15. Lisabella RussoNovember 12, 2013 at 5:13 PM

    The giraffe and background is super cute! I hope you feel 100% soon.

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    1. bellefrogworksNovember 19, 2013 at 7:41 AM

      Sorry for the late reply - I am better but last week was super busy and I was sooo tired! Your comment is so encouraging - don't know what I would do without my online artist friends.

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