The inspiration photo cried out for an alcohol ink background but I don't have any purple alcohol inks! I have mixed the blue and red alcohol inks that I have but am not a fan of the purple I get that way so...I went with the bokeh background technique. I sponged on my colors somewhat following the placement on the inspiration photo. After adding the bokeh circles, I really liked the panel and decided it looked somewhat northern lights like leading to the tree silhouettes. I matted it with silver mirror paper and added to a base of black and decided against a sentiment.
Thanks for the challenge, Chris!
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Wed, Jul 17, 2019 @ 6:54 AM
Oh my GOSH how did I not see this beauty before?! This is STUNNING!!! I agree, that background totally fits the lovely pine silhouette! Fantastic, fantastic job!
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Sun, Jul 21, 2019 @ 1:39 AM
OMGosh Catherine...this is FABULOUS!! You bokeh technique sky looks like the aurora borealis...STUNNING and a great backdrop for your silhouetted forest!
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Mon, Jul 29, 2019 @ 8:59 AM
Did this ever catch my eye in your gallery, Catherine! Such a striking card. I am glad you went for the Bokeh technique. And you’ve put a challenge on my plate, as I have never done a Bokeh I felt was ‘good’ enough. Those are some mighty trees there, as well!
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