Thursday, October 26, 2017

PAINT PARTY FRIDAY 10/27

Hi Everyone!

Wow another week gone. So much going on in my life, (and thank the gods most of it good) that when PPF comes along I am scrambling to get something made up to show. I need to take some time for quiet, easy going art. LOL We took a drive to Bandon, OR. yesterday. It is one of our favorite towns here on the Oregon coast. People are so friendly, the art shops are pretty amazing and we just have a nice time. We do it at this time of the year because during summer the tourist make it impossible to enjoy the town. Haaa even my own town.  Then for what ever reason I have been sleeping in. I am normally up by 5AM 4:30 is better for me. I didn't get up until 8AM today. OMG!!!! I haven't done that since....... well I don't think I have ever slept in that late. It makes me feel like 1/2 my day is gone.  I guess I needed the sleep.  So a big thanks to Eva and Kristen for hosting 
Paint Party Friday. I am anxious to see what all of you have created this week. 

I did get this drawn early in the week.


This is something I have wanted to try for some time.  I did learn that lighter colors are better than the darker for detail. 

I used a canvas that has been repainted on many times. That did lead to some nice texture.

Nicole/Beadwright 
Honor and integrity in art, in life.

29 comments:

Sue (this n that) said...

Hello Nicole, happy ppf!
The portait is stunning. I admire every part of your drawing.. Her hair, hands, expression.
You're so right about a nice texture on re-painted canvasses.. It's a lovely piece you've created. All the best :D) xx

Mona Pendleton said...

Beautiful artwork Nicole! Happy PPF!

Gillena Cox said...

Nice pencil work, luv the texture of the last piece. Happy PPF, Nicole

much love...

Valerie-Jael said...

Lovely art Nicole! Happy PPF, hugs, Valerie

Anonymous said...

Your drawing is beautiful, and a great idea to revitalize a painting, I love the last one.

Anonymous said...

The portait is wonderful and the great the texture of the canvas!!!
Happy PPF
Elke

froebelsternchen said...

You never cease to amaze me with your beautiful art! Such a talented artist you are!
Love the painting and the protrait!
Happy weekend Nicole!
oxo Susi

John R said...

Beautiful artwork. I love all the texture in your canvas piece. I'm an early riser, too. I find that getting up late really messes up my routine and it's my creativity that suffers as a result.

Susan said...

Your portrait is gorgeous! I also love how you have used light in your paintings. The texture on the second one is wonderful. Happy PPF

Linda Kunsman said...

beautiful portrait Nicole. I have slept in twice already and I bet many others have too. I'm thinking it has to do with the changing of the season and the sun setting earlier and rising later.
And it probably is also as you said that maybe one just needs the extra rest sometimes. Happy PPF and have another great week ahead!

SandeeNC said...

I live in a "tourist town" too so I totally understand! And wow, you sure do get up EARLY! lol

Christine said...

Lovely pieces Nicole, you sound happy!

Faye said...

Such gorgeous colors on your canvases, Nicole. And the drawing is beautiful. I love the pensive look on her face. The trip to Bandon sounds like a fun day. I'm the opposite from you. I sleep late and stay up late. There were times in my life when I had to catch a 6:30 bus for work. Those were days I never saw sunlight because it was also dark when I left work to go home.

A Colorful World said...

Beautiful drawing and such an interesting painting, too!

Katie Jeanne said...

Must be something in the air. I slept in late today, also. Not in a big hurry to get this day started, I guess. :) Love your sketch..she looks like someone I used to know.

Victoria said...

Gorgeous art, I love the your beautiful sketch, her face serene, her eyes potent and her energy is enchanting, she has a strong spirit! and love the colors of your painting, vibrant and magical!
happy PPF
Victoria #22

Lisabella Russo said...

What a beautiful drawing and painting. I love the textures in the painting.

denthe said...

5AM !!? omg, I don't think I would survive .... I'm an evening-person, even a night-person and I hate getting out of bed early. You must be going to sleep pretty early then? Your drawing is very pretty, and I love your paintings. All that texture and the bright colours against the black. Very special!

DVArtist said...

You are so funny. To answer your question about going to bed early? No I actually stay up late like 11PM. I sleep really well and then "BANG" I wake up ready to go. Weird huh? LOL

sirkkis said...

Lovely art today.
I'm not early bed goer;)
Happy weekend xx

JKW said...

Your drawing looks almost like a photograph. Love the hair .. . . Love the colors in the painting. .Lovely couple/family. Blessings, Janet. Thank you for the visit.

Jennifer Rose said...

lots of neat textures on that painting :) i slept until 2pm today lol :p

NatureFootstep said...

love your drawing. They are always great. And I think your painting turned out very good. Love the texture and as you mentioned the details comes out very nice. And I love the colors you used. Love both artworks.

carol l mckenna said...

Your sketch is so elegant and well done ~ other creation is very creative and touch the 'season' about it ~ ^_^

Love and light,
A ShutterBug Explores

Gloria j Zucaro said...

Love your projects, Nicole. How clever to have the underpainting peek through for the next painting!

Deepa Gopal said...

Lovely portrait Nicole! Love the texture in your painting...
I rise early only when it's needed, I used to when I was in Dubai- 5 am was my time. Now it's 6:30. But I can stay up late...it's calming to paint/draw when the whole world is asleep. That said most of my major work happens during the day when the energy levels are higher! :)

Confuzzled Shannon said...

The portrait is shaded very nice. How did you get the colors in the painting? I love it!

Magic Love Crow said...

Good for you sleeping in! Both these art pieces are amazing Nicole!! Wow!!! Love the face and I love the texture!

Magic Love Crow said...

I forgot if I said big hugs? If I didn't Big Hugs!! And, if I did, well you got two Big Hugs! LOL!