I coloured my own papers for the collaged pieces; using various Acrylic Inks and Natural Dye Inks on a wide variety of different papers. ( eg. Wallpaper Lining paper, Matt photographic paper etc. ). … [Read more...]
I spent my Easter Weekend 2017 at "Artfest", which was organised by the Grosvenor Art Society, and was held at Chester Racecourse, as part of the "Food Drink and Lifestyle … [Read more...]
Hand Painted Ceramic Tiles -Using Alcohol Inks
A selection of individually designed, hand-painted ceramic tiles...Each tile is 20cm x 20cm square. All have been painted using Alcohol Ink and then glazed with clear matt varnish. These tiles … [Read more...]
Creating Colour Swatches
Colour Swatches created out of 1000 gm Lining paper which has been torn up and dampened. Next, painted with Natural Dye Inks and the swatches laid on top of each other in a random fashion on … [Read more...]
Alcohol Inks – Experimenting with a new medium
Alcohol Inks present a new challenge for "Fine" artists. These inks have previously been used mostly by Crafters, to produce wonderful effects on "background" papers. But now "Fine" artists … [Read more...]
Fennel – Mixed Media Artwork
Mixed media artwork created by using a print off cartridge paper, printed over with seed heads. This is the second in a series and follows on from Poppies and Butterflies. Inspired by the giant … [Read more...]
Poppies & Butterflies – Mixed Media Art Techniques
This Wendy Proctor Art painting was created using acrylic inks and collage. Inspired by summer gardens, wild flower meadows and dancing butterflies. The colours are vibrant and reflect the beauty … [Read more...]
Heavy Duty 100% Cotton Paper
I have recently purchased some "Rough" heavy duty (400 lb ) 100% Cotton paper I chose to experiment with this paper using Acrylic Inks, Heavy Bodied Acrylic paint and pieces of textured wallpaper … [Read more...]
Challenging yourself
Sometimes I feel the need to set myself new artistic challenges. This month I decided to attempt creating a portrait using only scrunched up pieces of paper torn from magazines. ( In case anyone is … [Read more...]
Inspirations from my Life
I love my own back garden...especially in the Summer months..It is my haven, my sanctuary. The place I love to be. I also love the Dawn Chorus in the Spring...when so many birds visit my … [Read more...]