Mixed Media Paintings

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original paintings by Helen Harris

Rip it up and paint is the stress free technique I use to create original watercolor/ mixed media paintings.

Rip it up & use it! 

stress free watercolors

Watercolor painting is often said to be difficult to learn. Mistakes cannot be undone and changes are impossible. Not so!
The signature style of my original paintings are compostions painted and literally composed of ripped papers and "mistake" riddled paintings. The most difficult task in my painting is reaching the decision to rip up work that I have invested time and effort.
It is just that effort that made me look twice at those pieces in the trash and think of a way to use some of those inspired pieces.
I invite you to follow my progress in this discovery with my blog http:/pineshorestudio.blogspot.com and visit my web site www.helenharrispaintings.com

You are not "decorating" your painting.

When I demonstrate my techniques or give a workshop,I must immediately tell my audiences that each piece of paper that is collaged into the painting must become a part of the surface.It should add to the surface texture fitting into the overall design. Think of it as a puzzle. You are finding pieces of color, texture and shape to build up the overall impact of the image.

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Laserlover wrote

Hi,

I recently joined and my mixed media artwork is a exotic combination of Lasers and Stained Glass. Pop by sometime to have a peek and give me your opinion.

Laserlover

Reply Posted January 11, 2009

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lovemybob wrote

Clever recycling, the concept is so obvious but one that I'm sure is quite unique. Welcome to The Painting Group!

Reply Posted March 16, 2008

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