To say I was moved to inspiration is an understatement. I couldn't wait for the new year to start so that I could start Patters Hymn & Scripture Challenge.
I have been slow to upload the pics to the site, but I have found that I didn't need to. Unlike my past forays with craftyness I always rushed to upload pics, if the item was done or not. I had such a feeling of fulfillment after finishing each of these pieces that I felt "done" with them. I feel that I finally have heard what God has been telling me to do with my creativeness.
My first piece for {HSCRC12} Hymn #1, Amazing Grace. I used an 8x10 canvas. I gave it a once over with gesso and some phone book paper for a nice rough base. From there I just went crazy with some tattered angels glitter mist. Then I used a tattered angels stencil and used structure gel for a raised effect. From there I just layered colors and styles. Having fun with whatever was close at hand.
I shared the image on Facebook and my mother in law promptly asked if I would be willing to donate it to Groundworks Ministries 3rd annual banquet & silent auction on February 4th. I can't make it clear enough how much that made my heart happy! I have always been my own worst critic and never felt my artwork or photography was good enough to even display.
My second project which was very quickly started the same night that I finished the first project was a bit more detailed. This one was for {HSCRC12} Hymn #2, Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus. I decided to delve into my re-use re-purpose stash. I used an empty box from some Kashi cereal. It felt a little flimsy for my plans so I bulked it up a bit with duct tape. I figured the texture would allow me to save extra layers of bulky paper and modpodge layering. I took the idea from Tim Coffeys youtube. It's a 3 part series and well worth the watching. Instead of going into detail on how I created this piece I'll let you watch Tim's videos, please give him "Kudos" for such a great idea!
This piece will also be donated to the Groundworks silent auction. I really hope that they raise a good amount to help them out!
Thank you for stopping by my blog. I hope that you found my work inspirational! Please visit Patter's blog if you would like to join in on the Challenge!
