Hello This video is the entire Part One section.  You may have seen this in the Year In Color collaborative course by Larissa Russel from Creative U.  But if you are new to this project, its all here in one large video.  I may eventually break it down, but for now here ya go!  Below I have listed the time frame for each lesson so you dont have to watch the whole video every time you come here to create this project.  Painting the Zine https://vimeo.com/690056323 DOWNLOAD 8:57 – line drawing 11:00 – painting the mound under the tree 13:00  – painting the sky 21:08 – painting ghost leaves 24:40…

I thought it would be best to have all of these videos in the same space. Book Basics and Backing DOWNLOAD You will need some kind of paper for the backing of the painting.  You could do collage, but you risk getting the paper very wet and possibly affecting the watercolor painting on the front.  Plus it may make the cover very thick.  I would put one layer on first.  Then maybe add more later.  The first layer would like a protection layer.  this is the paper I used for this project.  Its double sided watercolor paper. Picking Colors and Creating Signatures DOWNLOAD This is the crochet thread I used…

I thought it would be best to have all of these videos in the same space. Shading and Highlighting with colored pencils DOWNLOAD More Shading and Highlighting DOWNLOAD Stitching DOWNLOAD Adding some sun with pan pastel DOWNLOAD Embroider Leaves DOWNLOAD Adding a little Texture DOWNLOAD

Not much is needed for this part. I included several sizes of the cat so you can pick and choose which works best for your canvas.  If you are not using a 12×12 canvas the size may need to be different.  Cut each size out and put it on your canvas to see which fits better to your likings. Once you have your template/stencil cut, this will go really quick.  PS, your cat does not need to be a black cat.  I can see an orange one or even a white cat here.  Maybe even a fun gray cat.  DOWNLOAD One more note… although this is a very busy painting,…

Before gluing this all down, you will be adding the shadow of the cat and other shadowy areas.  After that…you will glue your assembled pieces down… I really hope you enjoyed the process of creating your Orphan Archetype painting.  Please share with me your finished paintings, I would sure love to see them. My instagram is @wingsnscales and #wingsnscales. Or I can just add them to this lesson to share with everybody who is taken this course. Many Thanks and Hugs!!! https://vimeo.com/645836514 DOWNLOAD One last bit about the Orphan Archetype…  I found this slightly interactive website on a Prezi that is quite interesting. Take a peek! BEFORE AFTER I am…

Now that you have all your pieces attached to each other, its time to assemble them.  I know its werid…doesnt that kind of mean the same thing????  Its time to connect those pieces together to complete the wall.  The bricks are ready to be assembled to create your wall! Sooo…lets get those bricks all stacked and attached together.. https://vimeo.com/644169265 DOWNLOAD This video is just the continuation of putting all your bricks together.  Some elements you can always add at a later time.  But once all is glued down…you wont be able to sew things on as easily.  So during this stage, you definitely want to do all of your stitching.…

Gathering This section will take you the longest to get through.  Make sure you have everything set up and ready to go!  Gather up many objects of possibilities and put them in your favorite bowl.  Run your fingers through it…feel each piece and let your imagination take over. My suggestion is to watch the videos first.  You can do the speedy quick view so you have  clear understanding of how these get attached.  I would really love to see your end project..  Of all the courses I have taught so far, this one has so much more potential. DOWNLOAD Connecting the pieces together One thing to keep in mind, is…

This stage is so fun!  You will be tearing up your texture paper into strips.  No need for making straight tears, just do the best you can…they will look amazing no matter what. https://vimeo.com/643097500 DOWNLOAD About 19 minutes into the video, I mix 3 colors together to create a beautiful purple.  I mixed Prussian blue, Magenta and Raw umber together.  I strongly suggest mixing colors if you do not have all the colors I use.    Also…I noticed towards the end of this lesson, some of the painting is off camera…sorry about that! https://vimeo.com/643098017 DOWNLOAD Next, you will be adding more details on each piece, drips, splatter, etc.  Make sure…

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This is where you can let your frustrations out…LOL tearing up paper can be so fun dont you think?  Try to tear the paper where the rough edges are on the pieces you want on the painting.  Those rough edges create added texture!  Keep your scraps…one never knows if you can use them in another piece later on. https://vimeo.com/642543034 DOWNLOAD Choosing your colors is so important.  You can use what ever paints you have on hand, but I highly recommend making a small investment in the Golden Fluid paints.  Yes, they are NOT cheap, but I have bought both cheap craft paints and professional paints and there really is a…

While this archetypal character doesn’t literally need to be an orphan, they’re often looking for a new family. Orphans make great protagonists because they’ve got a lot to gain if the story goes in their favour. Usually, they’re a regular person that’s snatched from obscurity, becoming the main character in the story. Strengths: Empathy, survival instinct, a sense of being chosen Weaknesses: Lack of self-confidence, eagerness to please Motivation: To connect, be accepted, and be understood Examples: Harry Potter, Oliver Twist, Luke Skywalker – Star Wars, Frodo – The Lord of the Rings READ MORE Prepping the substrate is quick and easy to do.  There is no need to make this smooth, in fact, the more…