Macaw 16x20 original oil painting by Rita Barakat, sold MIA - I know right? I have been MIA literally because I have been making new art while learning new mediums, (to me) oils and charcoal. At first, I hated it now I love it! Isn't that how it goes? Starting over with something new is never easy or fun but when you get it there is such a feeling of accomplishment! Not only that, I have already sold some pieces! SO exciting! Here are some of the projects I've worked on! (warning I've been ... VIEW POST
When We Are Believing lies about ourselves
An excerpt from my devotional I am who you say I am. (this is a sneak peek of what I am working on!)Years ago I listened to this woman speak and part of her lesson was basically “who told you that?” (believing lies about ourselves). It hit hard because at that moment I realized that I was carrying a lot of self-doubt and negative thoughts about myself. Fast forward a few years and I would like to tell you that I have overcome those feelings of not being good enough. That inadequacy we repeat to ... VIEW POST
Ways to Create Texture and Movement
Hello creatives, happy Saturday! Want another way to create texture and movement in your projects? You are going to love these fun techniques for your mixed media projects! This picture shows the final result up close and personal! Not only does this give your project texture, but buildable layers. Here is a video to explain the process. Disclaimer- I do not work this fast! The video is sped up for YouTube, super fast, for your viewing pleasure! The video will ... VIEW POST