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TITLE: who do you think you are?
when i look at this painting, i think someone must have just asked this little lady, “who do you think you are?” her look back holds all of the strength and determination of someone on a journey where nothing can stand in their way!
TITLE: who do you think you are?
this painting came about on a windy night after i’d covered up the canvas (what felt like) a thousand times! but from the start, i had her eyes. that doesn’t often happen, usually i find the background and the rest of a character’s body first. but with just a quick sketch, i was drawn to painting in her eyes.
to me, they are so powerful, and i thought she needed a powerful crown around her head to match. so at first, she got these giant peacock feathers, which were quite nice, but totally overdone for the painting. i decided to keep her simple and painted over the peacock-look with white and then a thin layer of light blue.
i added a few sheets of origami paper, some black india ink for the tree and shadows, then melted a thin coat of beeswax over the top to give this painting a matte finish. it really feels like a moment stuck in time-like a creature fossilized in amber. and it’s a painting that’s meant to inspire whoever sees it to remember, just WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE?
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ps. i’ve been busy giving my studio a makeover! photos and the story of this bit of a revival coming on WEDNESDAY!
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21 comments on “on dreaming the impossible”
Jenny Stevning
Lovely painting. I too have been doing a studio makeover by getting rid of stuff. YIKES! (and not always fun) Looking forward to see your transformation. I hope it is the fun kind where you get to rearrange…make better us of the space… 🙂
Jenny Lee Wentworth
I love her eyes too, I bet she looks even more amazing in person. :)Looking forward to seeing your studio space!
♥Jenny
ps: Thanks for stopping by my blog! I've entered your name twice for the giveaway.
Have a great week!
Juliette Crane
thanks, jenny! i'm so happy with my new studio space! it really fits me so much better now and i can't wait for you to see it on Wed 🙂
xo, juliette
Susan
“Who do you think you are?”
Anyone who asks that better be ready for an earful!
GLOSSING OVER IT
Juliette Crane
i love that, susan. and had that as the painting's title and might just need to change it back 🙂
Sadie Inspired
So pretty. I just love your owls! I agree that she is so sweet yet strong. Which I think is a great combination!:) Looking forward to Wednesday. Ohhh, and just signed up for your newletter…Yay! Have a happy day. 🙂
pinkglitterfae
No one will mess with her, lol! I love the expression too, but I love all your owls.
looking forward to a peak inside your studio 🙂
xoxo
betty
jacqueline
Dearest sweet juliette, i aodre her eyes lots too! Beautiful painting!! A studio makeover sounds fun and wonderful! I'm looking forward to see your transformation. I hope you had a wonderful weekend! Happy new week and love to you!
chrissy
oh i LOVE her eyes too. i think i have given that look to a few folks in my life before! you are such a talent! i also look forward to seeing a peek at your studio.
xo
c
Katie L. White
Great owl. You used very pretty colors.
Michele from Pipi La La
Wow, I adore her eyes! Stunning! Ooooh…can't wait to peek inside your studio!!
Louise Gale
Such a powerful image and those eyes! Cant wait to see the studio makeover. I'm so eager to get into my new space…. xx
A.S.K.-P.
BEAUTIFUL Juliette! I see the same the you do. I see strength, confidence & attitude! *LIKE* ANOTHER wonderful piece girl!
Dee
You just keep getting better and better…how is that possible.:) It is amazing how you can get each owl to have their own unique personality. So fun!!!
Dianne
I LOVE her eyes…
Heather
I love this Juliette! I love the story behind it. Its always in the eyes.
Jan Avellana
can't wait to see your new art space :)! and your ecourse!!! 🙂 jan
theartofpuro
Wonderful illo!Love the colours and the expression:)
beth
she is so beautiful!
Juan
Wonderful owl! Love your line work!
cypress sun
i love this one. so glad you allowed her to come out!