Finished Window Awning

Here's the finished window awning! It's going to look great over the window in the dining room at Jeannie's house. Now I am getting ready to paint the slider awning. It will be the same colors but a slightly different scene. The clear gesso is already applied, so next I will transfer the design to it and start painting!

Awning Progress

The window awning is 3/4 of the way painted. It looks good from across the room. I like the colors and the loose technique with no blending. For this project, the acrylic paint is easier to use than oil would be.

Decorating the Awnings

I have just started working on this awning project which will be installed indoors (it's really a valance that looks like an awning). The photo shows the left side of the 77-inch-wide window awning. There will be another awning of about the same length with a slightly different design for the slider. The acrylic paint dries very quickly! The scene is reminiscent of Tuscany, and the decor in the room reflects Tuscan style. I'll keep you posted on the progress...

Portrait of Markie Voyles

This is a recent portrait I did for a friend of Markie's family. Markie was in a fatal car crash in October 2008, and her family was devastated. She was a rising track star at 17. The portrait means a lot to Markie's parents, and that is very rewarding for me. The angel appeared in the background while I was painting.

Welcome!

I will be posting the latest developments, thoughts, observations, and oh yes, ARTWORK, in my world. You are welcome to make comments, and share this blog with others. I look forward to the new year, and communicating the 21st century way!

Artfully yours,
Alice Leggett