If you have been following along, I have now made THREE attempts to find a good background for “Sadie, the Saddle-Billed Stork”.
Yesterday I told you about painting a background with Tulip Fabric Paints but that it still wasn’t quite right!!
Now I ordered better fabric paints…this time using Plebeo “Setacolor” brand.
I traced my outlines onto the fabric using a GREEN Inktense pencil this time.
I learned my lesson about using BLACK…..it is too apparent!!
I started mixing paints and began the painting process using small strokes on wet fabric….
As I continued, I became happier and happier with the results…..
….and quickly finished the background…..
Once it had dried, I added Sadie….
THAT WILL WORK!!!
As I looked further at it and compared it to the original photo…..
….I realized that the center section needs some more work so Iteration #5 will include changing the color and adding some shadows.
But, I haven’t done that yet so you will need to wait a few days for that post!!
I know that you are all DESPERATE to see the finished product so please be sure to subscribe so that you will know when the culmination posts!!!
I’m waiting on pins and needles here……….Love what you’re doing!
I love to see the process in steps. Thank you for your post and your imagination and perseverance. Can’t wait for #5, Do you think you could to up to 10? 🙂
Thanks Dian. I actually made it to 4.75 but I am happy with it now and ready to start embellishing the meadow!!!