Sunday, June 26, 2011

Sunday Sketches - My Garden Angel

Yes my obsession with Angels continues. After my textured painting that I did for Paint Party Friday (Previous post) I decided to complete a set of 3 Angels in the same idea as my butterfly series as I wanted to create a new header and experiment further with the simple figurative style as well as texture. For this one I added a couple of new little elements and the figure came out a little more realistic. I really liked adding the flowers and vines. I've also been experimenting with using these images for a new line of glass pendants. So stay tuned! :0)
 These are a couple of sketches that I started out with.....
 I wanted to try a different colour combination to the last painting and create the feeling of the angel stepping out of a beautiful meadow.....
 I'm really getting addicted to these texture paintings!!!
After taking the boys to the museum this morning then out for a chinese lunch, then a walk around town to the bookshop we're all having a Sunday afternoon blob! The boys are reading and we're having a quiet coffee!! Bliss :0)

22 comments:

Jehanne's doodles said...

oh this is gorgeous. I love the textured background too :)

Diane said...

These angels are stunning Nicola!

WrightStuff said...

I just love your style - the simple figures really work. Bold and beautiful.

Heather said...

the angels are just beautiful! I just continue to love your feminine style. I like the addition of the texture. I am still making my way around the PPF entries, so I will visit soon.
Sounds like an amazing Sunday afternoon....I love those kinds of days! enjoy! xo

Virtual Boy said...

I'd love to try texture painting someday, really adds that extra depth and interest!
Stunning work, love your shading and the combination of blue and green in the background!

Joni Nickrent said...

Love the textural feel and idea of working in 3's! Beautiful!

Jenn Bower said...

I love seeing the process and exploration. Your bliss is very evident. There is a wonderful feeling to these.

Magic Love Crow said...

Nicola, fantastic! You are doing a beautiful job with your angels ;o) Have a wonderful day!

Alexandra MacVean said...

I love your new colour choice, Nicola. It brings out a new, fresh feeling of serenity. :)

And I'm hoping to have a day of just being, too! Hugs

Tiffany said...

so beautiful! i love it!

Lenora said...

First off may I say your day sounds incredible - I have always had great joy in taking my children to the museum, or any gallery! the afternoon sounds sublime! As for the angels - love them (two in your sketch). I am angel crazy! The textured background is wonderful!

Tammie Lee said...

I love your sketch and your painting, they are lovely and magical.

SaraLynnArt said...

What a pretty piece... I love how the flowers seem to be creeping up her body.

lissa said...

beautiful angel.

hope your day is sweet.

Julia Christie said...

She is beautiful and I love the addition of the vines and flowers!

What a great Sunday you are having!

Smiles

Kim Mailhot said...

I love your angels so very much, Nicola ! They are so beautiful.
Happy Sunday evening !

EVA said...

Gorgeous!!

Loving these!

Jess said...

Hi Nicola, I love the image of an angel stepping out from a meadow, so inspiring. :)xx

Å olanje na domu-Waldorf said...

Nic, this is just amazing! Love your angels and I'm so excited you're getting addicted to texture. :)

Anonymous said...

wow! u r a great artist.

Anonymous said...

Wow. I am glad I popped by. amazing work - I just love it!

Carola Bartz said...

Another beautiful angel - happy walking in the meadow. The colors are gorgeous.

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