Collage art with painted papers and gel prints

#abstractart #acrylicpainting #collageart
I used card as the base for these collages (from product packaging).
I used gel prints, painted papers as the collage papers.
I used acrylic paint, pan pastel (a colouring pencil would have been better), gel medium (to glue).
I created shapes with the papers. I created shadows, a colour palette, positioning and a finished piece with the acrylic paint.
I hope you enjoy.
Kirsten 🌻

[@brittahansen8688]

Oh my gosh, Kirsten You really are ambitious ! I liked to watch your process and the numerous changes and turns in color and relationship between the shapes. The black framing brought all parts together and gave strong support. I really was fascinated. I read the comment of Mara. I fully agree. You know how much I appreciate your talent and your work. You must hold on. Who is the QUEEN??? You are! Right?!!! 😚 I´ll always be backing you up.🥰 Britta

[@quirkyqueens]

Thanks queen Britta!!!!! I will keep trying, it’s disappointing but at the same time I know it’s a long shot given I’m not formally trained. I really like these cartoon type shapes and colours but I want to try make them look less cartoony but still just about the same 🤪 I hope you’ve had a lovely weekend. We’ve had hot ☀️ all weekend ❤️🥰❤️

[@judithgillam5074]

Just LOVE the results Kirsten !!! Amazing journey . Kind regards - Judi - Australia 😍😍😍👏👍

[@quirkyqueens]

Hi Judi ❤️👋🏻, thank you!!!!!! Me too, it’s hard not to go over cartoon like, but it’s what I seem to gravitate towards. I’m sure with practice I’ll manage it!!! I hope you’re doing well 🥰🥳🥰

[@kokoslores9666]

Hello Kirsten, interesting as always. You are showing true passion for art in each video!. I am curious: did you get an answer from the Royal Scottish Academy on your application yet?

[@quirkyqueens]

Hi Mara, yes, they turned me down…but there’s always next year!! I knew it was a slim chance but was still a bit disappointed. I feel like I’m in a bit of a limbo zone right now trying new things, but it’s the only way I’ll improve.

[@kokoslores9666]

@@quirkyqueens Never ever give up, Kirsten! You have got the talent and I'm sure you will succeed sooner or later. Keep your fresh mind, have fun, try out new things, except failures and move on. So I don't tell you that I feel sorry for you, I tell you that this rejection will make you even stronger. Your one of a kind art is already on its way. Have a nice weekend! Mara

[@brittahansen8688]

@@kokoslores9666 You´ re so !!! right, Mara 🥰

[@quirkyqueens]

@@kokoslores9666 I read this straight away when you wrote it, and it made me feel much more positive!!!!!im definitely determined to stay true to myself. Thank you Mara, this was much needed and appreciated!!!!!!!! 😁