Friday, January 20, 2012

Paint Party Friday (Week 45)

"you. are. beauty."
8 x 8 chunky canvas

Happy PPF!

I'm on my way out of town for a little weekend with family and friends, but I wanted to share this 8 x 8 gallery-wrapped canvas with you before I scoot out . . . .

As you can see, I'm on a Life Book kick and wanted to try my luck at a brunette version of this journal page that I recently completed on the course. I put her on a chunky canvas (which, btw, is ever-so tricky compared to the watercolor paper ;) and painted the words, "you. are. beauty." to the right. 

This is a gift for my girlfriend who really is stunning, both inside and out. She has an impressive career - globe trotting around the world in the beauty industry - which is how we met over 15 years ago. She's behind the scenes doing makeup for runway shows and at high-end events and weddings rubbing elbows with the rich and famous. And once in a while, she takes me (a former makeup artist myself) along for the ride. This is dedicated to her, my purty, purty friend and host for the evening.

Flocked paper crown
Chunky sides
Stickles glitter & Swarovski crystals give her movement

Thank you for taking the time to look and comment! To see more painterly pieces, you're welcome to check out the Party for yourself . . ..


Kristin xo
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43 comments:

  1. KathyJanuary 20, 2012 at 10:35 AM

    Love it.. am sure she'll love it.. have a great weekend away..
    xx

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  2. CameronJanuary 20, 2012 at 11:01 AM

    This is so wonderful, both the painting, and the description of your friend......she's a lucky girl!

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  3. peggy gattoJanuary 20, 2012 at 11:02 AM

    What a beauty, face and color!!!

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  4. carlareyJanuary 20, 2012 at 11:32 AM

    She sounds terrific, what a lovely way to celebrate your friendship.

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  5. Daniele ValoisJanuary 20, 2012 at 11:47 AM

    Lovely lovely my friend. I wish I were so pretty! I like the contrast of dark hair and white skin very very much! You have a glorious weekend!!!

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  6. MandyJanuary 20, 2012 at 12:22 PM

    hey there kristi...she is wonderful...i love the stamping along her hair and herl face and lips are perfection...what do you outline your lips with?have a wonderful weekend with your friends and family...xxx

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  7. JennyJanuary 20, 2012 at 12:53 PM

    So gorgeous Kristin... and lovely to see on canvas... am sure your friend is going to LOVE this...
    Have a fabulous weekend...

    Jenny x

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  8. Helen CampbellJanuary 20, 2012 at 12:57 PM

    Wonderful canvas. Your friend will be thrilled. Have a fun weekend away!

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  9. NettyJanuary 20, 2012 at 1:13 PM

    Terrific canvas. Your friend will adore it. Have a great weekend, Annette x

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  10. WrightStuffJanuary 20, 2012 at 1:51 PM

    Lush - incredible colour with impact.

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  11. ChristineJanuary 20, 2012 at 2:07 PM

    she is so pretty on canvas! Have a great weekend!

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  12. sugar CreekJanuary 20, 2012 at 2:08 PM

    Wow I love her eyes!!
    The color reminds me of a blue snow cone! xx

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  13. Renee!January 20, 2012 at 2:17 PM

    Awww... very perty!! You are beautiful too!!!

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  14. Carolyn DubeJanuary 20, 2012 at 2:23 PM

    Love your attention to detail! The little flourishes, the sparkles, the beauty mark!

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  15. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2012 at 2:35 PM

    its lovely, I love the color,

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  16. Tammie LeeJanuary 20, 2012 at 3:12 PM

    such a wonderful gift and awesome that you used one piece to inspire another!

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  17. Carrie MartinezJanuary 20, 2012 at 3:13 PM

    She is beautiful! Love the lettering too :)
    Happy PPF, and have a wonderful weekend!

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  18. JoannaJanuary 20, 2012 at 3:16 PM

    Wonderful! Clever you!

    I'm still fighting with my Life Book inner goddess, she keeps on coming out looking like something from a horror film!! With a trout pout. Oh well, back to the drawing board, literally!

    Have a lovely weekend,

    xx

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  19. GlorV1January 20, 2012 at 3:51 PM

    This is great Kristin. Love this piece. Those lips, woo hoo. Luscious. Great job. Have a great weekend and nice to see you.

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  20. NicolaJanuary 20, 2012 at 4:19 PM

    Hi Kristin!!! this is soooooo cool! What a wonderful gift for your friend. I love the way you've done the words, I struggle with how to do words in paintings but love this style!!! You really are on a roll and have found your niche!!! Beautiful lady love that dark hair!!! :0)

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  21. FayeJanuary 20, 2012 at 4:33 PM

    Wow, this is a gorgeous canvas. What a wonderful gift for your friend.
    Faye

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  22. Tracey FKJanuary 20, 2012 at 5:09 PM

    This is a great life book face... I haven't even started mine yet and you are doing multiples.... I am waiting for school to start again next week and then I am going to get to it... I really love this though and your friend is beyond spoilt.... she is going to love it...xx

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  23. MaggieJanuary 20, 2012 at 5:14 PM

    You have painted her beautifully, and I'm sure she will love it! I love the little crown on her head :D

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  24. Jen @Sadie InspiredJanuary 20, 2012 at 7:29 PM

    She is beautiful Kristin! I am sure your friend is going to adore it. :) I am still trying to catch up with Life Book. You are VERY inspiring. Have a fantastic weekend. xxoo

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  25. CarinJanuary 21, 2012 at 3:29 AM

    She's just beautiful Kristin! I'm sure your friend is going to love her. Have a nice weekend away! xoxo

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  26. DianeJanuary 21, 2012 at 3:47 AM

    She's beautiful and how could you not love her!...such a thoughtful gift--I know you're friend will cherish it.

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  27. K J DJanuary 21, 2012 at 6:47 AM

    She's gorgeous... your lucky friend is sure to love her!

    Hope you have a great weekend

    Lots of love

    Karenx

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  28. brandiJanuary 21, 2012 at 8:50 AM

    ~bright bold and beautiful tribute and gift to and for your friend...wishing you a wonderful weekend away...much love light and blessings~

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  29. Anne ButeraJanuary 21, 2012 at 9:26 AM

    Lovely! What a perfect tribute to your sweet friend!

    Happy PPF!

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  30. Mary C. NasserJanuary 21, 2012 at 10:46 AM

    Love this portrait and its combination of black and intensely bright blue! And of course the crown and its pattern is fabulous!

    ♥♥♥
    Happy PPF!!
    Mary
    Mixed-Media Map Art

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  31. Lesley EdmondsJanuary 22, 2012 at 2:07 AM

    She's just lovely. Your detailed painting is wonderful - you would make a brilliant illustrator :)

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  32. ANNEJanuary 22, 2012 at 11:13 AM

    Lovely colourful work!

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  33. TheresaJanuary 22, 2012 at 2:57 PM

    Love the colors, she is delightful!

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  34. EVAJanuary 22, 2012 at 6:06 PM

    Is she EVER beautiful!!

    Your friend will love her! Gorgeous.

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  35. Heather HenryJanuary 22, 2012 at 11:13 PM

    Very pretty! The blue behind the dark hair and words really makes it pop. Your friend will be thrilled, I'm sure! Happy day to you! :)

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  36. K J DJanuary 23, 2012 at 2:07 PM

    Oh Kristin, thank you for your sweet comment. You made me smile. I have to say if I could create what you do I would GLADLY spend all day on it:)

    Hope your weekend was fantastic!

    Karenx

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  37. E Makes ArtJanuary 23, 2012 at 10:13 PM

    Hey Girly! Hope you enjoyed your weekend! This is SUCH a gorgeous painting!! I'm sure your friend will treasure it. LOVE the colors, and her eyes, oh and that blue streak in her hair!!

    xoE

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  38. GeckostoneJanuary 24, 2012 at 3:56 AM

    Wow, she is sooooooo lovely!!!

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  39. joannaJanuary 24, 2012 at 7:56 AM

    Beautiful!! Your friend is going to love this Kristin! Have a great trip :))

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  40. EllaJanuary 25, 2012 at 5:49 AM

    She is stunning! How fun you were part of the make up world! I love the colors you chose, she really is gorgeous! Your friend will love her~
    Have a wonderful time on your trip!!!

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  41. SHERI COOKJanuary 25, 2012 at 6:46 PM

    Love the boldness of your colors and strong lines. Great piece.
    Belated Happy PPF wishes!
    Sheri Cook/HappyHorseStudio

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  42. AmyJanuary 26, 2012 at 6:33 PM

    Hello girlie, I do miss you..this is more than Beauty..it is GORGEOUS'ness!!! I love the striking blue backing..especially with the black. I love the thickness of the canvas too.

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  43. Scarlett ClayJanuary 29, 2012 at 9:11 PM

    I love this one, too! Love the dark brunette with the blue eye-shadow and blue background, and the little beauty mark..perfect touch! These are so fun, thanks for sharing them all!

    Scarlett

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