Thursday, March 15, 2012

Ink Blot Painting

Today's paintings began with inkblots and swirls on prepared panels. I did some quick doodling with the ink, and then blew the ink around with a straw to help it flow around and make interesting lines.
I then added layers of wax and color, and some image transfer of text and numbers to add more texture and balance out the black from the ink.
This was really fun. I'm happy with my colors here, and I love the way the ink shows through the layers of wax. I'm pretty sure I'll do some more like this, but I'll look for some interesting poetry or words that can actually be read to add some more dimension and meaning, perhaps some haiku to go with the Asian vibe I'm getting with this color scheme and medium. Thanks so much for stopping by! Feel free to tell me what you see in those inkblots and I'll get back to you with an analysis if you'd like!
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41 comments:

  1. AnonymousMarch 15, 2012 at 10:03 PM

    The ink blot paintings came out really nice Debbie! I like the colors too. Happy PPF! :-)

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  2. Hybrid JMarch 16, 2012 at 12:07 AM

    Love the intuitive approach to the painting. Enjoying the movement.

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  3. NettyMarch 16, 2012 at 3:42 AM

    A lovely feel of randomness with your painting. Happy PPF and have a great weekend, Annette x

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  4. Mary C. NasserMarch 16, 2012 at 6:26 AM

    Great variety of lines and marks...full of energy!
    The wax and tranfer really enhances this!
    ♥♥♥
    Happy PPF!!
    Mary
    Mixed-Media Map Art

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  5. AnonymousMarch 16, 2012 at 6:27 AM

    this is lovely - a great technique which produced a really nice piece. I see what you mean about the Asian feel to it - I could imagine it being hung in a Chinese Restaurant!

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  6. carol l mckennaMarch 16, 2012 at 6:52 AM

    Fun creation ~ love the colors and flow to this painting ~ thanks, namaste, Carol ~ Happy Weekend ^_^

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  7. EVAMarch 16, 2012 at 7:00 AM

    Wonderful!! Love your colour choices - the flow in these is great.

    (Doctor... I see a tree in #2 and eyes behind the red in #1... )

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  8. HeatherMarch 16, 2012 at 7:00 AM

    that looks like fun - i like the end result too - i think i will try something like this soon!
    thanks for sharing!

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  9. UnknownMarch 16, 2012 at 7:20 AM

    Hi Debbie!!!! I love these ...they turned out amazing....wonderful work and Happy PPF!!!

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  10. carlareyMarch 16, 2012 at 7:50 AM

    Wow! This is fantastic. I agree that it has an Asian vibe. You have such a flair for collage, never too much, everything so balanced, but maintaining such a spontaneous mood.

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  11. GlorV1March 16, 2012 at 7:55 AM

    Hi Debbie. Looks like a lot of fun. I never tried the straw thing but now I will. Love the variety of your lines and marks. Great job! Happy PPF!

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  12. AbelaMarch 16, 2012 at 8:35 AM

    Very good, I like the texture and you colors, they are works that fill. Saludos

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  13. Tammie LeeMarch 16, 2012 at 8:36 AM

    the combination of all your steps really brings dimension and interest to this piece. inspiring.

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  14. Helen CampbellMarch 16, 2012 at 8:52 AM

    These are wonderful! They would perfect setting for haiku!
    I host a Hump Day Haiku challenge on Wednesdays, how fun it would be to see your art and haiku there. :) Happy PPF! Helen @ Natures Walk

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  15. UnknownMarch 16, 2012 at 9:01 AM

    Beautiful, beautiful work! I love the colors you use here and the composition. Great job!

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  16. bohemiannie! artMarch 16, 2012 at 9:09 AM

    What a fabulous technique. I can see an Asian look too and think your colors and lines are way cool. Gonna have to try this myself!

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  17. katMarch 16, 2012 at 9:24 AM

    Hello Debbie, yes some haiku would go well with this piece, which definitely has asian vibes. Thanks for your comment at dreamcolour, have yourself a great week-end!

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  18. Maria OntiverosMarch 16, 2012 at 9:30 AM

    Oooh. Very fun. I've done ink blots where I spread ink and then fold the paper, but will have to try this ask well.
    rinda

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  19. ChristineMarch 16, 2012 at 9:32 AM

    very creative process, this piece works wonderfully!

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  20. Anne MandaMarch 16, 2012 at 9:59 AM

    Fun process, awesome results, love your work!

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  21. UnknownMarch 16, 2012 at 10:16 AM

    Looks great and so much fun to do.... :)

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  22. UnknownMarch 16, 2012 at 11:09 AM

    Definitely like this technique!

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  23. Carolyn DubeMarch 16, 2012 at 11:20 AM

    Love the sense of movement in your lines- the wax adds such a great dimension to it!

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  24. AnonymousMarch 16, 2012 at 12:48 PM

    These are cool--that first piece in particular really speaks to me. Happy PPF!

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  25. JennibellieMarch 16, 2012 at 1:41 PM

    Awesome work, I love seeing what comes out of techniques like this, tfs much love Jennibellie xxx

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  26. MimiMarch 16, 2012 at 1:45 PM

    what great fun and great colors! very creative

    happy PPF

    Mimi Torchia Boothby Watercolors

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  27. FayeMarch 16, 2012 at 3:15 PM

    Wow, gorgeous colors and what fun! I know the wax added to the effect. I've never done any work with wax. Love the look.

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  28. MarjiMarch 16, 2012 at 4:16 PM

    Thanks for stopping by today. Your work in this post is lovely and looks like a ton of fun. We're both in Seattle - yay! Happy PPF

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  29. HeARTworksMarch 16, 2012 at 5:54 PM

    Hi Debbie! Very interesting work, love the layers and composition. In the first one I see a woman playing with fire and ice! Patsy from
    HeARTworks

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  30. Alexandra MacVeanMarch 16, 2012 at 8:15 PM

    Debbie, I like how creative you were with your inkblots. I wouldn've never thought to do such a thing. Love it. :)

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  31. KristinMarch 16, 2012 at 11:04 PM

    Okay, this is awesome! I am so inspired by this freedom and movement - and color. Really cool, xo

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  32. Cynthia SchelzigMarch 17, 2012 at 12:05 AM

    These pieces look fabulous!! I agree,,,,reallllly cooooool ....

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  33. Valerie-JaelMarch 17, 2012 at 12:08 AM

    This is beautiful, so delicate. It has a very oriental feeling to it! Valerie

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  34. Paula - Buenos AiresMarch 17, 2012 at 4:51 AM

    Such graceful movement. Very interesting layers and awesome colours.

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  35. UnknownMarch 17, 2012 at 10:10 AM

    I just love how these turned out.. Looks like it would have been fun to create..

    Hugs, Linda

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  36. DVArtistMarch 17, 2012 at 11:10 AM

    Typing with one hand today. Love you art
    Nicole/Beadwright

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  37. GinnyMarch 17, 2012 at 11:20 AM

    I love the inkblots and definitely feel an Asian influence. I see trees reaching to the sun with strong roots. I would love an analysis.

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  38. *jean*March 18, 2012 at 9:05 AM

    such happy play! beautiful results! happy PPF!

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  39. Jen @Sadie InspiredMarch 19, 2012 at 10:56 PM

    I love this! It is so pretty and free with so much movement. I think it is great that you started with inkblots. It's funny...I actually see a dancer in the second picture. :) Beautiful work!!

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  40. paulineMarch 20, 2012 at 9:40 AM

    I so love this... that first one speaks to me totally. We never really know 'why' with abstract art, nor do we know what it's saying - we just know we love it. Great job with these! Love the look of the colors through the wax too... xoxo

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  41. LindsayMarch 23, 2012 at 1:35 PM

    In the first picture I see a woman headbanging, with her hair all around. So lovely!

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