A few months ago, I set aside a few paintings that I was unhappy with. I recently pulled them out with the idea of using them as part of a new mosaic project.
My first painting was a seascape in a larger format that didn’t really speak to me. After cutting off part of the painting to create some small square tiles, I had a second look that changed my plan.
This misty seashore emerged and my opinion about this piece suddenly changed.
I was amazed that simply resizing would save this painting. π
The second painting of abstract pink tulips, also on the chopping block, was spared as well.Β
After focusing on the right half of this painting, I was much happier.
Still not a favorite piece, but I love the greens and background colors.
Many lessons learned here and two paintings saved.π
I hope you are inspired to create art and do more of what you love.
Until next time, have a great week and shine on!
πΈ Patty AnneΒ πΈ
It’s amazing how you can change your mind or see a fix when you look at something with fresh eyes! I think they are both beautiful!
Jenna
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Thanks so much, Jenna! π
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As with photography, cropping a painting can change what we see. This is why mats can be so useful. I especially like the ocean and fog painting.
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Thank you! π Yes, a very helpful useful tool and a good lesson learned.
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What a great lesson learned… thank you for sharing it with the rest of us! π
Blessings,
Babychaser
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Youβre very welcome! π
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I really like your Tulips painting, I think it’s the “non-symmetrical” view that makes the cropped one more interesting. I have a stack of paintings that, although technically fine, just have no real point of interest to me, so far at least, maybe I’ll work on some now. Great info!:)
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Thanks so much, Sandra! π
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I’m always intrigue with your experimentation Patty Anne. I like the blending of color in both paintings.
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Thanks so much, Sharon! π
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I was learning about cropping artwork this weekend. I like how your changed the focus on your tulip painting. I do believe a painting is never wasted… we always CAN learn from what we create! Cheers friend! ππ¨π
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I agree, thereβs always something to be learned from each piece.
Thanks, Jill! π
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Two lovely pieces rescued… !
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Thank you, Evelyn! π
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Great ideas and lovely finished products, Patty Anne!
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Thanks so much, Carol! π
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