Upcycling – Page 2 – Home Office Charm

I just finished this piece so that it will match my cushions and curtains.

In this piece, I layered the paint out on a base of red and then built up the colours, textures and shapes. I managed to create lovely rose gold. It was all to echo the beige/ taupe black and white pattern in my upholstery.

I took in what I learned from two professional acrylic abstract artists who sell their work for £300. And the up-cycling elements used were the brushes. Blusher brush for the black for smooth light application. Eyeshadow fan brush and eyeliner brush for the other colours.

But I was surprised at how oriental the piece ended up looking. Although there are some similarities between the painting and the cushions/ curtains. The painting seems to have an identity all of it’s own. And I am very glad for that.

Thanks for joining me!

This is my first work. I was inspired by the colors of my sofa and cushions. You might call it cliche but I did actually want a painting that matched my sofa.

So I did this one. It’s a rehearsal to a bigger 2m version I shall do when I get a bit more confident. I up-cycled an 17 piece makeup brush kit to help create the minute marks in this painting. I used the blusher brush and eye shadow fan brush to provide the lighter strokes. I also used the wooden trays of the gourmet takeaway brand. And the rest of the dish makes for a usable paint pallet.