Thursday, November 17, 2011

Paint Party Friday (Week 36)

"Her"
8 x 12 Journal Spread (Moleskine)




Hey Party People! So happy to be here: my Muse was on strike for a while, but I found that a new Moleskine was the perfect lure to bring her back . . . . 

This is the second page I've done this week and I have to say, I'm really enjoying having a journal by my side. I know this isn't a new concept, but although I've done journal entries before, I've never actually gotten to the journal part.  . . . or to be honest, the being-okay-with-it-not-being-"perfect"-part. That's what I'm working on at the moment: being free, loose and more spontaneous with my art. In other words, I purposely allowed myself to make "Her" messy. Messy strokes, rough outlines and even finger painting played a role - see, I took (really close-up) photos to prove it . . .

I also played with a new body style inspired by Manon's work (don't you just love her!) - check out her site (also on my sidebar) to read about a free class she's hosting this weekend. . . the camaraderie and creativity over there is too fun to miss.

Thank you Kristin and Eva: you always throw the best parties! 



Kristin xo
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68 comments:

  1. AnonymousNovember 17, 2011 at 5:40 PM

    beautiful ,love the eyes,

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  2. CameronNovember 17, 2011 at 5:42 PM

    I have trouble with that too....being loose and free...I tend to want to control my painting s a bit too much...haha!

    This is so much fun, Kristin! I love her Jeanie-esque hair and beautiful eyes ;P

    Hurray for the return of the muse!

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  3. JanetNovember 17, 2011 at 6:14 PM

    I love her hat and her hair. She's so cute.

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  4. NicolaNovember 17, 2011 at 6:24 PM

    Hi Kristin! She is beautiful I love how she carries across the page you do the eyes so beautifully!! Lovely work! xoxo

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  5. Daniele ValoisNovember 17, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    eeee! I looooooove HER! Well done dear. I have decided to start the new year off with a huge journal as well. oh the hat!

    and by tomorrow, I should have a new blog header! :D

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  6. Scarlett ClayNovember 17, 2011 at 7:47 PM

    I love it! What bright colors...The ring stack hat is so unique, I've never seen that, so cool. This looks so fun...
    I confess, I have never done an art journal because of what you mentioned..trying to get each page just right and then I get frustrated and I know it's supposed to be free and fun but I can't have fun when I think it's a mess..(taking a breath now)...but then I see so many others having a great time experimenting. Maybe 2012 will be the year I lighten up!!lol!! Thanks for sharing your wonderful artwork!

    ~Scarlett

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  7. UnknownNovember 17, 2011 at 9:06 PM

    oh wow Kristin!!!! I love your latest piece....the colours are gorgeous!!!!!

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  8. Heather FoustNovember 17, 2011 at 9:15 PM

    She is great!!! Messy is good. I love messy! Sometimes I make the best things when I am being messy!! Happy PPF Kristin!

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  9. JKWNovember 17, 2011 at 9:21 PM

    I love what you did with her hair. My children had toys like that. Blessings, Janet PPF

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  10. GlorV1November 17, 2011 at 9:24 PM

    Hi Kristin. Love her hair and her eyes are awesome. You are right about those moleskines, they do have a way of enticing. Great job on your girl. Happy PPF!

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  11. Ayala ArtNovember 17, 2011 at 10:07 PM

    Awesome colors, she is so cute and cheerful, happy ppf

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  12. AnonymousNovember 17, 2011 at 11:59 PM

    this is wonderful.. love the girl and love the colors .. they are great.. looks like so much FUN!!
    xo Darlene

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  13. Valerie-JaelNovember 18, 2011 at 12:11 AM

    Love your journal pages, have fun with your new journal! Valerie

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  14. K J DNovember 18, 2011 at 12:21 AM

    I love her!

    Bright, cheerful and happy.

    I love the new 'body shape'....off to check out the blog you mentioned now :)

    Have a great weekend

    Karenx

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  15. WrightStuffNovember 18, 2011 at 12:34 AM

    Our Muse takes on such a wonderful artistic journey when we let her. Magic!

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  16. Šolanje na domu-WaldorfNovember 18, 2011 at 1:51 AM

    This looks fantastic! Love her hat/hairdo. :)

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  17. DianeNovember 18, 2011 at 3:18 AM

    She is awesome--Love your version of Manon's popjes--that hair is very cool!

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  18. NettyNovember 18, 2011 at 4:00 AM

    Totally wonderful Kristin, she is so full of verve and colour. Happy PPF, Annette x

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  19. Kristin DudishNovember 18, 2011 at 5:42 AM

    This is such a joyful post - it makes me want to squeal with delight that you're having so much fun while you're creating - that's what it's all about! Hooray for new journals, found muses, finger painting, new techniques, cool classes, and artsy friends! Wheee!!!

    xo
    Kristin

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  20. JingleNovember 18, 2011 at 5:43 AM

    This is just fabulous!!!

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  21. UnknownNovember 18, 2011 at 5:55 AM

    I love your girl. She is really cute. Her hair is just adorable. I really like the bits of sparkle.

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  22. ANNENovember 18, 2011 at 6:08 AM

    Messy is AWESOME - let your thoughts go and splash away!!!

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  23. Mary C. NasserNovember 18, 2011 at 6:44 AM

    Love the vertical layout/composition on a 2-page spread! Very unique and works perfectly for your subject!
    The intense colors are absolutely gorgeous!! Do love the blues!

    Happy PPF!!
    Mary
    Mixed-Media Map Art

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  24. HeatherNovember 18, 2011 at 7:37 AM

    this makes me happy!!!!!!!
    I love her hair! and the colors...it's all so cheery and bright!!!
    Have a great friday!

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  25. UnknownNovember 18, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    Thanks for posting about the class. It was very interesting and gave me something to do while I hem choir dresses.

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  26. MollyNovember 18, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    Her eyes are luminous and I love the bright colors!

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  27. Amanda MillsNovember 18, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    she's lovely!
    I just started a new journal too, its funny how that blank paper can motivate

    ok... so many people have mentioned that class i'm on my way now to take a look!

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  28. carlareyNovember 18, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    You must have had a great week, all these bright colors and shapes are so happy, and I want a hat like that!

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  29. carol l mckennaNovember 18, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    She is gorgeous ~ love your art style ~ very lovely! ~~ Thanks, namaste, Carol ~ (Share the Creative Journey) Happy PPF ^_^

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  30. JulieNovember 18, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    I love messy and finger painting and journals! Your pages are gorgeous and so fun!

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  31. ChristineNovember 18, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    love her eyes! Cute sketch!

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  32. CarolNovember 18, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    She fantastic!!! She was created to make people smile and it's working :0)

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  33. Tracey FKNovember 18, 2011 at 1:17 PM

    I love her and I am with on trying to be a bit looser... you are really making a beautiful page here... so impressed... perfect palette of colours and great line work... love it xx

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  34. EVANovember 18, 2011 at 1:21 PM

    These is an awesome spread. I love the colours and her hat with her ponytail coming out the top - how wonderfully creative!

    What a neat poem too.

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  35. Gloria j ZucaroNovember 18, 2011 at 2:01 PM

    Beautiful,beautiful face and colors!
    Why is it so hard not to "judge" ourselves?

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  36. manomijNovember 18, 2011 at 3:12 PM

    Thanks for the shout honey!!! Love what you have done with your inspiration. You are a star!!!! Really looking forward to see you tomorrow I think you will like what I have in store for you all.
    ManonXx

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  37. Robin Panzer ArtNovember 18, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    Just lovely, vibrant colors! So glad you've found your muse! ~Happy Paint Party Friday! #9 Robin Panzer Art Studio 33

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  38. JoannaNovember 18, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    I don't think I thanked you for your kind words about my dad...they really meant a lot!

    Of course this piece is beautiful & full of personality! xoxo

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  39. Carolyn DubeNovember 18, 2011 at 4:40 PM

    Your journal is full of fun!!Moving color around with my finger tips is one of my favorite parts of my journal!

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  40. Jen @Sadie InspiredNovember 18, 2011 at 4:43 PM

    Kristin - I love her! I always love the way you make your eyes and I am adoring her super cute, sassy hair. Oh, and yes - I am also a member of the Perfectionist Club! I am learning to let go and isn't a journal the best place to let that happen!? I am SO looking forward to seeing your progression through this journal. :) Happy Friday. xxoo

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  41. TeriNovember 18, 2011 at 6:03 PM

    Your muse. Ame back with a bang, a beautiful bang. Love it.

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  42. peggy aplSEEDSNovember 18, 2011 at 6:07 PM

    this is lovely! i can relate to trying to be more free and loose. yes, me too. thanks for sharing!
    hugs,
    peggy aplSEEDS

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  43. FallingladiesNovember 18, 2011 at 6:24 PM

    I tend to like what I put in my journal pages better than my finished art!, love your girl!

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  44. janyNovember 18, 2011 at 11:09 PM

    WOW!!! Great painting i love this ....


    Creat A Design

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  45. Kathryn ZbrzeznyNovember 19, 2011 at 5:45 AM

    Oh how I CrAzY LoVE this!!!!!! Kath

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  46. FLONovember 19, 2011 at 7:35 AM

    Hello Kristin, I love your colored girl ! Your blog is beautiful

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  47. HeARTworksNovember 19, 2011 at 6:35 PM

    Gorgeous turquoise eyes! I have to remind myself to be freer too! I tend to stick to the same color palette! Patsy from
    HeARTworks

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  48. E Makes ArtNovember 19, 2011 at 11:08 PM

    Yay for playing in journals!!! It's the best darn place to experiment with different styles and no one gets to see it unless you want us to! What a fun spread! I love her hat/hair thingy. And great colors!! Play more!! Make a mess!! Have fun my friend!

    xoTG

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  49. UnknownNovember 20, 2011 at 12:58 AM

    Journals are addictive! This page is amazing!! Love your style!

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  50. UnknownNovember 21, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    oh wow Kristin!!! I am loving the updates!!! I hope you will pop by for a tutorial you can do with Kendra!!! hope she likes cupcakes!!!!

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  51. EllaNovember 22, 2011 at 7:39 AM

    I love the freedom of letting go!
    It is hard for me, too...to just play!
    I love what you made, the bright colors and allowing to whatever comes into mind, appear! I love her hat thingy, too ;D

    Yes, we need a crafter's motto:
    Just have fun!

    You are always so clever!

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  52. JaN's ArTy JouRneYNovember 23, 2011 at 2:49 AM

    I do really love looking at your creations Kristin..It's wonderful to be free and loose with our creating..something I struggle with too!
    A wonderful colourful journal piece!
    Jan x

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  53. DeniseNovember 23, 2011 at 7:15 AM

    Kristin,You won my giveaway Of my Felt Wee Folk craft book with a few other goodies.Please e-mail me your address and I will send you the package.Hope you enjoy it.Denise at knuckled54@yahoo.com P.S. I realize it's Thanksgiving weekend,if your away I understand.

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  54. DeniseNovember 23, 2011 at 8:44 AM

    Just E-mailed you .That is my correct e-mail?

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  55. SHERI COOKNovember 24, 2011 at 6:57 AM

    Vibrant and fun! Happy PPF!

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  56. Lesley EdmondsNovember 25, 2011 at 11:53 PM

    Stunning. Just love all those colours and her face is really pretty.
    x

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  57. kae peaNovember 26, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    She is wonder-full! I am a sucker for rainbow hair girls! Thanks for introducing yourself! So glad to meet you :) love your work and your blog! See you again soon! xokp

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