While here in Australia I suddenly discovered the work and products of
Jane Davenport. Duh, I must have been somewhere under a rock.....
She has a huge product line with American Crafts, available in Michaels stores, and her products are also widely available in the UK and elsewhere
. But.... she is from Australia and has her own online shop here and of course I could not help myself and some of her products just fell into my basket... I love her colourful style and personality. So here are a first couple of pieces, using her work as inspiration :o)
I love the looseness of her portraits, without them becoming as stylised as some of the other artists out there. The background was done with some of her watercolours (pretty similar to the Prima sets I think), I then added detail with some of her water soluable crayons (they will only become available world wide from November, but she has them in her own shop here in Oz), and some coloured pencils and pens I had here anyway.
Embracing bright colours is always hard for me, but I am trying to break out into other ways of doing art. Having said that, my next page (and my own more favoured one) was done in more monochrome colours)
I love experimenting with different styles of faces, so expect to see more..... When I am back home and have my usual supply of stamps and inks, I may add further background detail still.
The penwork was done with a Sakura Micron pen and I was glad I had taken a white gelpen with me for some highlights.
I added the sentiment digitally and am going to add this to the October challenge at
AJJ Landscapes of the soul
Thank you for dropping in here like usual and have a happy weekend!
xxxxx
You drew these faces beautifully. I really like all of them, and they look far more realistic than some I've seen. These are simply fabulous for AJJ.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful and very harmonious faces, just wonderful. Hugs, Valerie
ReplyDeleteYou drew these faces beautifully!! the look I like, so tender and gentle!
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking to AJJ with the topic Landscapes of the soul.
Happy weekend
Elke
I love both faces - both are so full of wonderful expression and a really beautiful use of colours on both of them Astrid! You never cease to amaze me with your versatility! I am really happy to see this wonderful face with the beautiful quote linked to our Inner Landscape collection at AJJ!
ReplyDeleteJane Davenport is a fantastic artist and teacher - didn't have a workshop with her yet and didn't buy her books or supplies but watched some of her videos on YT - her style is adorable- I love to see that you put your own style into this faces just a little bit inspired by her's. That's art! Have a great time furthermore with your family downunder - enjoy the spring and warmth there!
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Susi
Playing holiday catch up Astrid and see you are away visiting your family, I do hope you have a lovely trip. Meantime thank you for sharing such inspiring artwork.
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Its clear to see how taken you are with JD and her style Astrid xx The faces you have created with your limited supplies is simply fabulous and you are such a versatile artist who never fails to inspire xxx
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely weekend and sending best wishes to you and your family Down Under xxxxx
Huge hugs
Annie xx
One word.....AMAZING. I adore, the expression, the colours, simply fantastic. Tracy x
ReplyDeleteAstrid, the faces are so beautiful and her eyes so expressive.
ReplyDeleteI was pleased when I found some of Janes products as well.
Yvonne xx
Oh my - these are both just BEAUTIFUL Astrid. My fav is the monochrome one which is funny because I love colorful things usually. But there is just something intriguing about your second gal!!! WONDERFUL WONDERFUL. Xj.
ReplyDeleteAstrid, you really created soul, in both your portraits, they are stunning ,-and even I -like you- also am not a big lover of stronger, and many colors together, I really admire the portrait you made, using, just that. So amazing masterpieces, dear !!
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I was pleased when I found some of Janes products as well.
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Wow Astrid, they are both gorgeous, they have a lovely serene quality to them and your colour choices are beautiful. You draw beautifully Astrid.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Anne xx
Oh my, what amazing paintings! You have captured such beauty and your ladies are bewitching with their mesmerising eyes - beautiful 😁. I love the way you have blended the colours across the page too, it's magical how you have shaded the warm to colder colours, those new paints suit you 😁. Have a wonderful weekend! J 😊
ReplyDeleteAstrid!!! You are a Picasso! LOVE your faces! You inspire me. Gorgeous subtle watercolor shading too...LOVE!
ReplyDeleteYou always surprise and delight with your Art Astrid. These portraits look like real people to me someone I could have a conversation with. Although I am a fan of bright colours, the second face really drew me in; I see wistful longing in her eyes. Beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThese faces are beautiful Astrid! xx
ReplyDeleteYour paintings are beautiful Astrid! xx
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely gorgeous! True works of art.
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Fabulous Astrid, so beautiful. Angela xXx
ReplyDeleteYes, I think you must have had blinkers on - JD projects are going great guns here though since they all seem to sit in the brighter colour zones I've managed to resist so far. I love your portraits - like you, the second one is the one which really appeals most strongly. I love the detail of both the watercolour shading and the penwork in the close up of her face - beautifully done. Looking forward to seeing more women appear...
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Amazing work with Jane Devenport products Asrid
ReplyDeleteIn your work here, both girls are very lovely!!
Absolutely gorgeous!
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I am so happy to see your faces Astrid. They are stunning. Such delicate work. Look forward to seeing their developments also. Xx 😀
ReplyDeleteThese are just stunning Astrid! I followed the link and had a looksie at some of Jane's work and I have to say that you have captured the essence of her style wonderfully! Your portraits are just gorgeous!!
ReplyDeleteI hope you are enjoying your time with the family! Autumn is finally setting in here in Canada, and hopefully soon the world will be covered in white! sending hugs :)
Gorgeous art, I love the loose style. But I also love stylized, whimsical as well. I have one of Janes books, I enjoy using it. Take care xx
ReplyDeleteWow!! You never cease to surprise Astrid .. these portraits are absolutely wonderful!! I love them both but the second one really appeals the most. She looks so whistful and deep in thought and I love the minimalist look of it. Stunning!! There appears to be no end to your talents.
ReplyDeleteHope you are having a wonderful time with the family and enjoying some good weather. Love and hugs xx
Stunning work - you have a wonderful way with watercolours and I have to say I love the second one for the delicacy of the colours and for what you've left out - I really like the space you've left around her - it works beautifully.
ReplyDeleteYes Jane Davenport's faces and art are wonderful but your last face is the one that had me in raptures! Hugs, Chrisx
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