DanceIn this process of botanical contact printing, eucalyptus is the star. The leaves embody tannins and rich pigments ranging from lovely greens to brilliant reds. All it takes to bring them out are heat and pressure.
In this case, eucalyptus leaves were laid out on watercolor paper and rolled tightly on an iron pipe. The 'bundle' was boiled in a "dirty pot" of more eucalyptus leaves, vinegar and a healthy dose of rust water. The rust helps the coax out the amazing colors. Topping this piece is hand-made paper from asparagus stalks, and a single electric guitar string dancing across the leaves. As with all art works, keep away from direct sunlight. |
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This botanical mixed media collage is mounted on lightweight birchboard. Upcycling and re-use is always an element in my work, so I've incorporated a steel guitar string into the back of each piece as the hanger, along with a foam strip to support the light-weight birch board against the wall.
If you prefer, you could also mount the piece on matt or foam board and frame the piece. The guitar string hanger can be easily clipped off, and the foam buffer strip can be removed as well. I suggest an inside frame size of 12 X 12.
Frame suggestions:
Sannahed from Ikea, 12 X 12 white
Also available in black
Prixas from Amazon, 16 X 16 light oak
Also available in 12 X 12, 18 X 18 and 20 X 20 in white black and dark oak
If you prefer, you could also mount the piece on matt or foam board and frame the piece. The guitar string hanger can be easily clipped off, and the foam buffer strip can be removed as well. I suggest an inside frame size of 12 X 12.
Frame suggestions:
Sannahed from Ikea, 12 X 12 white
Also available in black
Prixas from Amazon, 16 X 16 light oak
Also available in 12 X 12, 18 X 18 and 20 X 20 in white black and dark oak