I confess I have taken Leah’s inkblot painting idea and not run very far with it. In that I made some inkblots, and then let myself be entirely inspired by her own style of women in big dresses.
Plus I really like to use my white pen lately, and then use the black as contrast.
Still loving dots also.
I could do so much more here, but am not feeling too inspired the last couple of days. I just did these while watching Robin Hood (the UK series) on dvd. Not my instinctive first choice but it was lent to me by a friend and it’s good light hearted viewing.
I just noticed both these girls are looking wistfully towards the sky. I feel a bit like that myself lately; there’s a definite feeling of a cycle drawing to a close for me, on all sorts of levels, and a wondering about what comes next.
I’ve also been painting over an old piece on canvas, but so far that’s ground to a halt too. It’ll all come good. Most of my time at the moment is spent doing Reiki sessions and sends (distant healing); this time of year can take its toll on all of us.
These are so lovely.
omg…my jaw dropped when i saw this!! They are gorgeous.
love everything about them (and i’m a big dot fan too!!)
There’s something mysterious about them. Love, love love…
(found you via AEDM)
wonderful and beautiful!! and nothing beats that white pen, right? I love using the white pens:)
Beautiful images, and the lady in the top one appears to be breathing out towards the hills, maybe sending healing?
I know what you mean about the time of year, I’m getting plenty of healing requests too (and asking in return).
Well noticed Nigel! And I love the idea that she’s sending healing! I always enjoy hearing about what other people see in my art. Are you an energy healer too?
Yes. I’ve been a Reiki healer for a couple of years, now level two so there’s plenty of sending going on at this time of year.
Absolutely love these. The white and black pens are really effective. I must try this. Thank you for the inspiration!
When I looked at the first woman inkblot I said to myself, “Wow! She is breathing fire! She is a power woman!” I love this!!
I am so glad I came upon you via AEDM2011 today!
Fabulous illustration, I think the wistful lady is beautiful. I must try this myself soon. Tell me about the white pen Tara?
Lorrie x
Hi Lorrie – it’s by uni and called ‘posca’ with a round tip/ultra fine. And thank you. 🙂
Thank you Tara, I shall track that one down. 🙂
these are lovely and Leah would be very pleased that she has inspired you I am sure… thanks for all the closeups so that we can see your fine detail work xx
Loving these, Tara! The girls, the colors, the white pens and the dots….ah, the dots. Gotta love the dots!
Beautiful girls, Tara! I’ve yet to try the inkblot technique but, when I do, I hope they turn out half as good as yours. Well done ~ 🙂
Oooo yes! I love this!!!!!
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Oh Tara, these are stunning. I absolutely love their energy.