[37] Abstract Alcohol Ink Art on Canvas

Alcohol Ink on Canvas - "New Beginnings" - For this one I used Tim Holtz / Ranger ink colors Purple Twilight, Flamingo, and Shell Pink, and Pinata Brass on an 11x14 inch oval shaped canvas. I coated the canvas with 2 coats of Kilz 3 and let it dry before using. Once the painting has dried for a few days I will seal it with around 3 coats of Kamar by Krylon, then 5 or 6 coats of Krylon U.V. Archival. Be sure you let each coat dry completely before you apply another one! I will be putting resin on this one at some point once it has had several days to cure after I apply all the coats of sealant. I'll be sure to show it to all of you once I get it completed. I can't wait to see what it is going to look like once it's all done since the resin will bring out even more color and shine in it!
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[@convon712]

This is the third or fourth time I've watched this video because this is probably the most beautiful piece of abstract art I've ever seen actually in progress.

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you so much!

[@brendamosal8777]

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[@judithobelnycki1807]

So beautiful! A great inspiration. Thank you so much.

[@Dotalina33]

Wow! Abilities and talent are gifts we develop from the Lord. Isn’t that amazing? This project is nothing short of stunning. Gorgeous!

[@almacade1527]

This piece is absolutely beautiful. I’ve been watching KZbin for three years this might be the very best thing might be her favorite so far

[@mariabakaeva2285]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@dianeheesen55]

I just started watching you, and love your videos. Very informative and beautiful abstracts! Thank you!❤

[@vreed27]

Note to self: When blowing the alcohol and ink mixture around, make sure to blow it OVER the edge of the top to avoid this. Also if you put extra coats of gesso on the canvas before starting and then sand it down gradually to using an extra fine grit sandpaper, you can avoid the canvas blocking the ink movement. You did a gorgeous job! Thank you for sharing your learning experience with us!

[@LorrieBrewer]

I really appreciate your good advice! If you have videos posted let me know because it sounds like I need to watch yours lol. Art is a never ending learning process no matter what style you are doing 😃. Thank you! 💜💜

[@benicio1967]

@@LorrieBrewer I can’t imagine sanding gesso. Wouldn’t that change the appearance of the ink?? I’ve never worked with inks before but I’m anxious to try. Would an old floor tile with a very VERY mild gloss finish take inks? I have old tiles and thinking about trying it.

[@bethquinn6024]

Beautiful😍

[@carol46350]

A stump....the wrapped paper with the pointed end. I just learned about them as well.

[@lindamikowicz2494]

Love your work, this piece in particular is absolutely stunning. I just got started with alcohol ink and appreciate all the helpful tips you have to share.

[@anitagush9037]

Love this

[@soulenergyartsartistmariam8086]

Soooo beautiful!!

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you so much!

[@stemargar]

I love your painting. I am in NC. Looking forward to more of your art.

[@donnamayotte1697]

Gorgeous!!

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you!

[@renatebeasley5754]

your relaxing voice is prefect for working this art!

[@lisaowens7269]

This is stunning. Thank you for sharing this.

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you so much! I really loved the way this one turned out, too.

[@macarons4157]

Woo so beautiful

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you so much! 😊💜

[@lucilleloose5060]

What a beautiful painting, love all the brass, thanks for the video

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you so much! I have a weakness for adding lots of brass lol. 💜💜

[@donnamayotte1697]

I can’t wait to try it!!

[@LorrieBrewer]

I hope you grow to love it as much as I do. Just be prepared for a learning curve and plenty of practice to get the results you want. Many seem to get frustrated when they don’t turn out a perfect painting the first few times they try it. It’s worth the effort to stick with it, though!

[@ariesgirl3444]

This is absolutely beautiful. I have used Alcohol Inks for years to make backgrounds for my cards, but I want to start creating art with them now and your video is so inspiring. Thank you.

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you so much! You shouldn't have much trouble transitioning to larger pieces since you are already familiar with how alcohol inks work and move. I hope you enjoy the new path they are taking you on! 😊💜

[@nanasue4481]

Lorrie, that is beautiful! Without a doubt! 🙏🙏🤗

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you so much! I love the color combination on this one! I really need to do another one with these colors. 💜😊

[@kayroberts1422]

I just discovered you And how fascinating your art is. Beautiful ! Definitely a subscribe. I look forward to more

[@LorrieBrewer]

💜 Thank you so much! I really appreciate compliment, the sub, and you taking the time to watch and comment! Welcome to our growing family! 😊💜

[@reneebanbury7066]

Very pretty! I love it!

[@genevatilley2317]

I love your alcohol ink painting. I need a backdrop for an Easter floral design and I plan to follow your directions. Hope mine turns out half as good as yours. Beautiful

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you so much! This is a really good style to use as a background. You can use as many or as few colors as you want to depending on your main design. I hope yours turns out wonderfully! 💜💜

[@SargentBubblescom]

This is gorgeous, Mrs Brewer! I love how you did this! Wow!! One of the prettiest things I've ever seen. I'm so glad you shared this - you knocked my socks off! LOVE IT!! ❤❤❤

[@LorrieBrewer]

💜 Thank you for your amazing compliment! I appreciate your support so much! 💜💜💜

[@resin8love]

Hey Lorrie I loved this video. I put your videos on whilst I work. As I am on my own, it kinda feels like we are all working together... Like you said, like a big ol family!😊❤👩‍🎨👩‍🔬xx

[@LorrieBrewer]

Lesley-sue Tydeman 😃 I am glad I can help keep you company and hopefully give you some good tips at the same time! Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to comment! 💜💜

[@maryanntowns1967]

I TRULY LOVE YOUR TUTORIALS. IM JUST GETTING MY SUPPLIES AND GOING TO TRY THIS. YOU ARE AN AMAZING TEACHER! I JUST LOVE YOUR ART WORK AND HOPE I CAN DO WHAT YOU DO. YOU JUST EXPLAIN EVERYTHING SO GOOD. AGAIN, THANK YOU FOR WHAT YOU DO❤❤❤❤

[@norinemueller4588]

I’m new to your channel but so glad I found you. Love all your art just beautiful. I have lots of inks and things but haven’t tried it yet just learning love how you explain everything so well thank you

[@LorrieBrewer]

Norine Mueller Thank you so much 😊 and welcome! I am always happy to answer questions if you find yourself struggling with something 😃. It might take me a little while to get back to you, but I will! Thank you for taking the time to watch and to comment! 💜💜

[@kathyw7451]

Beautiful! Thanks so much for ALL of your fantastic tutorials. I think most of us certainly do appreciate the long versions along with your detailed instructions. We are interested in what you do for 2 reasons....your talent and generosity in sharing! From one proud Cajun/Hillbilly, thanks!

[@LorrieBrewer]

😊 Awwww! Thank you so much! It always good to hear that people are appreciating the videos 💖. I don’t want to bore people, but there are so many who need more detailed direction and videos that are not sped up, that I’ll probably keep on doing it this way until too many start fussing about it lol. Thank you so much for watching and for you wonderful support!!! 💜💙💜

[@domimassou5457]

Absolutely gorgeous 👏👏👏

[@TheOldladyB]

I am amazed again at how beautiful it turned out. I'm slowly watching all your videos. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@ink-aholicsartscrafts5634]

WOW!! I just LOVE this!! Absolutely breathtaking. Love your channel, your commentaries and your art. You're a genius and lovely with it. Thank you for sharing with us all.

[@jocelynerouleau4621]

I love yours colors, thank you very much 👌🕊️💞

[@sherizapara2992]

I watched all the way...you are a talented artist..thankyou!! The finish was so excellent!!

[@PrinceCharmingsMom2930]

Beautiful!!!! That little tool your using is a blender. Used to blend pencil, charcoal or pastel drawings! And now alcohol ink. I love resourceful artists!

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you very much! One thing my husband will tell you is that I am definitely resourceful lol. I am never afraid to try whatever I think will do the job, whether it's made for it or not! 💜💜

[@megbreiter6314]

Love this❣️🌹so happy you left the whole process in....I like to learn as much about the process as I can. Thanks for sharing ❣️💖💜🌹

[@billiebrown7546]

That's just lovely Lorrie

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you very much! I love these colors together. I need to do another one with these!💜 💜

[@ronalynn8994]

That is absolutely beautiful! I have tried alcohol inks before and became very aggravated with it lol. You have made me want to try again 🙂

[@LorrieBrewer]

Lol I can totally relate to the aggravation! I almost gave up many times when I started learning this technique, but loved it so much that I just kept pushing through. I still have days that I feel that frustration, though lol! Give it another shot! I'll be glad to answer any questions if you start back and are having any issues you can't seem to overcome. Thank you for the awesome compliment! 💜😊

[@SuperCoyote7]

You are amazing, really nice, will have to try this.

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you so much! I love these colors together, even though it's not a combination you see very often.

[@cheryldumais]

I can’t thank you enough for these videos! I have learned so much and have so much more confidence to work in this medium. Your work is absolutely beautiful.

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you so much! I am so happy these videos are helping you and helping you build your confidence in your own abilities! 💜💜

[@texastamme8209]

That is so cool!! Love it! I don’t think I would have the patience!! 😂. Merry Christmas!!

[@nancyblair9862]

Great job AGAIN!!! LOVE YOU MUCH!!!👏👏👏👏👏👏💜💜💜💜💜💜💜😘😘😘😘😘

[@LorrieBrewer]

💜💜💜😊😊😊

[@DebbieStephens874]

I really enjoyed this video.. thank you, Debbie Stephens

[@loverovanimales1338]

Really pretty piece, and I love the highlights with the brass

[@celesteelijah2515]

I've seen you perform before and I keep coming back just to watch you...have to try it one day seems so relaxing. Thank you, Lorrie💖💖💥💥💥💥💥!

[@LorrieBrewer]

You are such a sweet lady! I love seeing your comments. They are always so nice!

[@carolynyerby361]

Oh please keep on rambling and painting, I enjoy it and learn. Thank you for sharing your art it's lovely.

[@LorrieBrewer]

😊 Thank you! I am happy to know some people don’t mind my scatter brained ramblings 😂. I really appreciate you taking the time to watch and to comment! Stay healthy! 💜💜

[@kvophotography3048]

Stunning!!!! Could stare at your beautiful creations all day! Thank you so much for sharing from the beginning to the end.

[@LorrieBrewer]

😊 Thank you so much! I am so glad you are enjoying the videos! 💜💜

[@lilyashagirl]

Another Beautiful Gorgeous Piece!!! 👋😊

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you! I love the colors in this one. It's such a different combination than I usually do, but I need to do another with these! 💜😊

[@palwashafineart4839]

Nice!

[@daphnehazell2917]

Stunnnnning

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you so very much! 💜💜

[@anngreen7071]

I love this, buying Kilz ASAP .

[@sherizapara2992]

Thsnkyou!! This is the first time I've seen your channel...love your work!! I will get out my alcohol inks and try to use them. Love all your very helpful hints!!

[@moneeb4745]

beautiful piece, I'm sure the resin layer just made it even more so.

[@LorrieBrewer]

😃 Thank you so much! It does look incredible resined! 💜💜

[@alexandrafisher2269]

Love it! I loved watching it in real time because I find when I watch something sped up I rush my own work. It was good see how patient and meticulous you were! It certainly paid off.

[@LorrieBrewer]

😊 Thank you so much! I always worry about some of the longer videos. I am glad the real-time is useful and hopefully not too boring! 😃💜💜

[@monicacamilli8942]

Have you ever try Tim Holtz's Blending Solution? I pot some in a 1 oz cont w/ a few drops of ink & stir. It evaporates much slower than isopropyl alcohol. But when it does evaporate colors become stronger.

[@monicacamilli8942]

Gorgeous

[@LorrieBrewer]

Monica Camilli I almost missed your question! KZbin didn’t notify me since it was posted below someone else’s comment. I think it thought you were replying to them lol. Yes, I have used the blending solution, but personally I don’t really love it. It does keep the colors more vibrant, but it leaves a shiny residue on the paper that I don’t like the look of. Also, I use so much alcohol that it would break me up buying blending solution in those amounts lol. I seriously would use a bottle for 1-2 paintings most of the time. Many people prefer the blending solution and if you like the way it works and don’t mind the higher price then stick with it. I think people paint better if they are more comfortable with certain supplies and brands sometimes. 💜😃

[@maryannknox7158]

Lorrie this piece is totally Gorgeous so Exquisite xoxo 💗

[@LorrieBrewer]

💜 Thank you so much! I really love this one, too! 😃

[@Afzaaldrawing]

Good 👌👌

[@lureenhelton6924]

All of my favorite colors! So beautiful.

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you! I love these colors together! 😃💜💙

[@terribradburn6685]

I am hooked and sending you off to my artsy friends! This canvas is just beautiful

[@nint2]

It's brilliant and the colors are absolutely gorgeous. No hillbilly. :)

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you so much! Lol I don’t really mind being a “hillbilly”. People have a tendency to underestimate me since I am from a very rural area and talk the way I do. It’s pretty amusing to me sometimes lol.

[@maryannknox7158]

I am going too try a canvas also ….Beautiful.....Thank You Lorrie be Blessed xoxo

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you! I wasn’t sure I would like the texture look, but I think I might like it even more than the smooth lol. Thank you so much for your continuing support! I really appreciate your comments and taking the time to watch my videos! 💜😃

[@bindiyagoyal8316]

Loved ur video

[@LorrieBrewer]

😊 Thank you very much! 💜💜

[@ageorgiapeach9442]

That’s beautiful, Lorrie.

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you so much! It's an odd color combo, but I love them together lol. 💜💜

[@arlenemurphy804]

So beautiful

[@tw1636]

This is so beautiful! I want to get my inks out and start my cards again. You have helped so much THANK YOU!

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you so much! I love hearing that you are inspired to re-start your artwork! I hope you can get a few new ideas for ways to deign your cards from these videos. 😊💜💜

[@jacquimachin9841]

Lorrie I’m new to all this. You’re videos are amazing and so informative. Could you do one showing how you resin over your art Pleeeeese.

[@junecourtland-burke5733]

This is absolutely gorgeous! Watched it a while ago but wanted to tell you how pretty I thought the oval was!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤️😘💨

[@LorrieBrewer]

🥰 Thank you, sweet lady! I really appreciate that! I really need to do some more on other shapes soon. I love the way they look. 💜💜

[@robinleonard8862]

Fabulous colours and i love the oval shape! Love it!

[@LorrieBrewer]

😊 Thank you so much! I love this one myself. One of my granddaughters said I should turn it the other way and name it “Easter Egg” 😂. Gotta love how those girls keep me grounded lol. Thank for for taking the time to watch and comment! 💜💜

[@bradlidaun6516]

Thank you Lorrie, I love your videos, you explain things so good.

[@LorrieBrewer]

💜Thank you! I hope I explain enough with all my rambling chatter I tend to do lol. 💜😊

[@saraking5954]

Thank you so much for sharing all your knowledge. I got the heat styler as you recommended and it works so well!

[@LorrieBrewer]

I am glad you got one when you did. I was just looking up the link on Amazon for someone and saw it's out of stock and has no date it will be back in stock. There are going to be some upset people when they try to find one of these! 💜💜

[@chabie412]

Awsome work! I love it 😍

[@Fireyvedel]

Stunning 🤩 love it

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you so much! 💜💜

[@syegreene98]

I love that piece of artwork I wish I knew how to buy it. Cuz I totally would.

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you for that! Unfortunately, that one is no longer available 😢. Don't forget to contact me about sending a painting to your son! Just go to the "about" tab on my channel's homepage and click on the "business inquries". That should pop up my email (once you prove you aren't a robot lol). A big hello to your son from me! 💙💙

[@DisplayofColor]

It turned out fabulously Lorrie! Beautiful

[@LorrieBrewer]

Display of Color Thank you so much! I love this one myself lol! 😃💜

[@theresawatamaniuk6930]

love the softness of this...beautiful piece!

[@LorrieBrewer]

💜 Thank you so much! 😃💜

[@sandiguinnartescape]

So beautiful.

[@LorrieBrewer]

😊 Thank you very much! I I have to admit that I love this one, too lol. 💜💜

[@heidikane7976]

You have been such an inspiration. You make it look so easy. It took me quite a long time to get the hang of using the revlon dryer. I had been using an airbrush which is good for certain things, but it takes persistence.

[@LorrieBrewer]

💜 Awww! Thank you so much! I really appreciate hearing that! It does take a while to get the hang of that Revlon dryer since the cool setting blows a little harder than most people are used to. I doubt I could do anything with an airbrush lol. I would have ink shooting all over the place 😂. Thank you so much for your support! 💜

[@TSRCreations]

So gorgeous! I recently started using alcohol inks, it’s a learning curve that’s for sure. I have been painting and pouring for a while now and I recently started a channel it’s been getting great feedback so far. Thanks for sharing your technique.

[@LorrieBrewer]

TSR Creations 😊 Thank you! I stopped by your channel to check it out and you have some great looking acrylic and resin videos on there. You gained a subscriber in me 😃. There is definitely much more of a learning curve with this style of painting with alcohol inks than people expect. It’s worth it, though, as long as you stick with it! 💜💜

[@TSRCreations]

Lorrie Brewer thanks Lorrie! I’m enjoying making the videos.

[@karenhadden4980]

LOVE this!

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you so much! I love this color combination. I need to do another in these colors. 💜💜

[@juditharowland3461]

Hi Laurie, I haven't been around for a while but I always enjoy your videos. You mentioned that the ink doesn't flow the same on the gessoed canvas and I believe this may be resolved if you do a second and third coat of your own gesso on top of the kilz and sand it in between. each coat. Wipe it down with 91% alcohol and then top it with a "slick" acrylic sealer before you paint. The sanding between 2 gesso coats fills in the grain of the canvas and creates a smooth surface for the ink. Hope this proves helpful. Your commentary is so helpful. I appreciate the tip on angling and direction with alcohol and metallics. Thanks again for all you do. I also want to add how smart the use of peripads for a table covering really is! It absorbs the extra ink. Never thought of that. I've been using Dollar Tree plastic tablecloths and am always leery that the ink will roll onto the floor before I see it.

[@LorrieBrewer]

😃 You are probably right about prepping the canvas more. I tend to want to get that part done quickly and don’t put enough coats on or sand much between them. I will give your way a try to see if I can get a smoother surface 😃. I use a plastic tablecloth under the pad just to catch anything that it misses, but the pads are definitely very helpful. I don’t worry nearly as much when I’m working on the edge of my paper where ink is likely to run off. 💜💜

[@dianaalvarado981]

Thank you for such great tutorials, definitely gone stick around and support by using your links!

[@jdesigns6334]

Beautiful!

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you! I appreciate that! 💜

[@anastasiaabdalla4038]

Gorgeous work!

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you so much! 😀💜

[@kimberlycordle4434]

Hello my Friend, it's been awhile hasn't it? Beautiful Work as usual! Hope you're doing well 💗 hugs, sassysartstudio2

[@LorrieBrewer]

Sorry I am just now responding! It’s wonderful to “see” you! Life has been beyond busy, as usual lol. I am doing great, though, just not enough time to paint lol. I hope all is going well for you!

[@antoniooyarzabal9436]

Absolutely love this!

[@LorrieBrewer]

💜 Thank you so much! This is one of my favorites. 😃💜

[@FIONA21ful]

Arteza is a wonderful product, I just had amy 3rd delivery of large sets of their paints , a box of 60 colours of their acrylic paints, and 2 boxes of their Metallics set of 36 too. I have been using them constantly for months and absolutely adore them. They dry exactly as they look wet , so vibrant and beautiful. I reccomend anybody who pours or paints with acrylic to try them.

[@LorrieBrewer]

I totally agree! I have never seen other paints that dry so close to the color they are wet! I have loved everything I have tried from Arteza! 😃💜💙

[@ChristinaWelch]

this is beautiful. I really need to play with my inks

[@LorrieBrewer]

😊 Thank you so much! The best compliment I can get is that I’ve inspired someone to start or re-start painting with alcohol inks! I have to sneak in how much I have loved watching your videos over the last couple of years. Your work is gorgeous and I love just watching you create your art! Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment! 💜💜

[@skeeterhennen9274]

Beautiful I love it

[@LorrieBrewer]

😊 Thank you very much! 💜💜

[@judichristopher4604]

A long time friend of mine that does a lot of canvas.... she uses Gesso then sands it soft... really beautiful texture.

[@LorrieBrewer]

I know that quite a few use gesso. I wasn't sure if it would stain or not with alcohol inks, so I decided to go with the Kilz. Although I didn't have any trouble because of the way I painted this one, one of my viewers did say that they had used Kilz and had it stain. If I start noticing it staining then I'll probably switch to something else. 💜

[@judichristopher4604]

@@LorrieBrewer I have just learned something new from you... because when I have to use Kilz, that is when I"m covering up something ugly, bad paint.... so I associate Kilz with trying to KILL another paint... plus it smells and it's expensive. Using Gesso is truthfully acrylic paint, white glue and water... LOL... Now I'm going to have to experiment. I got some little canvas at the Dollar Store today... Now I'll have to buy good inks LOL... This "New Beginnings" Turned out Beautiful...

[@SargentBubblescom]

I have also heard that gel medium works. I don't know as I've never tried it, but that's what I've heard. So many mediums...so little time! 🙂

[@LorrieBrewer]

Katherine Babcock - Artistic Insanity I just bought some gel medium a few days ago to experiment with embellishing paintings that just seem to need something (inspired by Olga of Smart Art Materials). Maybe I should give it a try with a canvas next time I use one! 😃

[@CrystalsArtClasses]

Your right on the money about Supply Costs! I wonder how many do? They will now, since I agreed, & it's shocking sometimes! Crystal

[@shashiprasad4446]

Beautiful 😍😍

[@LorrieBrewer]

😊 Thank you so much! 💜

[@caroann]

Thank you so much for your time and instructions! ❤️❤️

[@LorrieBrewer]

💜 You are very welcome! I hope they are helpful to you. Thank you so much for taking the time to watch! 😃

[@thisdollslifejenna3841]

1st time viewer & glad I popped in. This piece is Gorgeous & You're as sweet as a Southern Peach!! Thanks for sharing!🧡👍😀🍑💛💜😁

[@LorrieBrewer]

Awww! 😊Thank you so much! I'm glad you stopped in to check out the video and hope to see more of you around here! 💜💜

[@GlowHairExtensions]

I love this art

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you very much! 😃💜

[@sherrylaird4361]

Beautiful work!

[@LorrieBrewer]

😊 Thank you very much! 💜💜

[@alwas8916]

you were saying how the ink didn't want to float as well on the primed canvas? i think that the primer is so adhesive and absorbing, which is why the ink just doesn't want to move....i have watched you ink the yeppo paper you paint on, and it looks much easier, imho is all...maybe try putting a layer of clear glazing medium over whatever type of primer anyone uses and then put the ink on that?? i have been watching you do this ink art and i just love it !!! [ not that i am a expert of any sort on this method, just putting an idea out there. ; ) ] i did a pen and ink tabletop and have a huge mess of a table to fix when the triple thick krylon i used, bubbled up and pitted with thick white holes and dried too fast from the AZ heat this past summer. i am going to try this technique to try and fix it. thank you so much for these tips. have a great holiday everyone. 12/ 2022

[@lauraborgmann8285]

I use a varnish on the canvas and I have no trouble with the ink moving. Very time consuming. Nice colors! Thanks

[@LorrieBrewer]

😊 Thank you! What type of varnish do you use on yours? I may try something different than the Kilz, or on top of it the next time.

[@KhichdiFM]

Beautiful ❤️

[@LorrieBrewer]

😊 Thank you so much! 💜💜

[@judichristopher4604]

How BBEEAAAUUUTTIIIFFUULLLL.... EASTER IS MY Favorite time of Year... Great Shape for an Easer Egg... "New Beginnings"

[@judichristopher4604]

Did I just name this??? LOL

[@LorrieBrewer]

@@judichristopher4604 Sound like a perfect name to me! You have officially named it "New Beginnings"! It sort of fits that category for me since it was my first time on canvas, and I have been in sort of an artistic slump lately until this one! Thank you for the compliment and the name! 💜😃

[@judichristopher4604]

@@LorrieBrewer AWWWW ... that is right... this is a NEW beginning for this technique... "COOL"

[@LorrieBrewer]

I even edited the description box to show the new name! 😃

[@judichristopher4604]

@@LorrieBrewer Awwww that is so sweet... Thank YOU Lorrie

[@FIONA21ful]

I always watch a whole video .

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you for your wonderful support! You have the patience of a saint if you can listen to me ramble on for the entire length of one of my videos 😁. 💖💖

[@FIONA21ful]

@@LorrieBrewer 😂😂 I'm an Irish woman from Dublin and believe me I can chat too, I love a good chatterbox!! I'm loving your work, I know nothing about alcohol inks, but you are a good teacher. 💚

[@LorrieBrewer]

Fiona Cahill 😊 Aww! Thank you! That’s a wonderful thing to hear! 💖💖

[@leahfaketty9486]

Very beautiful

[@LorrieBrewer]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you taking the time to comment! 💜😃