While organizing I found a bunch of “beginnings” stashed in various parts of the studio. The origins of art are so varied – especially in mixed media. Sometimes a pieces starts with an idea, but sometimes it simply starts with a palette of colors or interesting materials. For a mixed media artist a piece might start in one medium, but begs for a mixture.

These two are starts with bits of similar colors. I’m going to love the 1st one for its different textures when it’s done.

The second will be be loved for its rich and vibrant colors. It’s hard to tell but the substrate is a rich burgundy paisley patterned fabric stretched like a canvas. It had been used before but the piece never sold, so… Destroy and recreate was the only option. This will have lots of rich reds and golds along with the burgundy.