Irises
Posted: May 13, 2015 Filed under: Allegro | Tags: Penny Black stamps, Tsukineko Memento inks 7 Comments
These little irises are a bit of a contrast to the large floral brushstroke stamps Penny Black released a few months ago. The iris is from a transparent set called Allegro and is one of six flowers in the set. I used a selection of distress and memento markers to ink the stamp and watercolour paints to create a soft wash in the background. I spritzed the stamp before stamping and also used a brush to blend colours on paper once stamped. I think I prefer working on a slightly larger scale but it was an interesting exercise to see how much detail I could get on such a little watercoloured scene.
There are brand new stamps and dies on the PB blog this week with give-aways! I hope to feature them here on Bits & Pieces very soon.
Supplies:
Stamps: So Lucky, Allegro (PB)
Inks: Forest Moss, Pine Needles, Spiced Marmalade, Barn Door, Distress Markers(Ranger) & Grape Jelly memento marker, Imperial Purple versafine ink (Tsukineko)
Cardstock: Fabriano 100% cotton hot pressed watercolour paper, Neenah Avon Brilliant white, Purple cardstock
Also: Kuretake Gansai Tambi watercolour paints
Love how you captured the colours of classic bearded irises. A favourite spring flower of mine.
This turned out vibrant and elegant. It’s so beautiful Heather. LOVE it!!!! Thank you for all of your inspiration to us ♥
My Heather this is gorgeous I always look forward to seeing what you have done always so eye pleasing
The detail you captured is amazing! Such a gorgeous little piece of art! xxx
Beautiful irises, Heather! They’ll be blooming here soon.
These Irises are gorgeous Heather and I love that pretty sky in the background. x
Heather, beautiful work as always. I so enjoy your beautiful colors.