This was wildly fun for me! It's kind of "Suzi Bluish" don't you think? It started out as a loose sketch; and I really didn't start out to have it look like a Suzi face but I just kept going. I do love some of Suzi's faces she draws and paints! I've tried my hand at them, before, without much success.
I really screwed up the hair on top and just kept over-working it and decided that I would have to cover it up with something festive, whimsical, yet pretty at same time.
I went into my scrapbook paper stash and found those lovely cabbage roses and just had to cut them out and see how they would look on top of her head! I touched them up with oil pastels and glimmer paint and they appear more dimensional.
One thing led to the other and I started to add collage elements with the birds, nest, egg, words, etc. I really had a blast with this one. I painted with acrylics, did some over stamping and journaling, too. The background began with an acrylic wash and some stamping with a script stamp.
I've decided to offer this piece as a Blog giveaway! It's on 140 lb.-weight watercolor paper and is approx. 8 1/2 x 11 in size.
If you're interested, just leave a comment, here, and I will set the deadline for submitting your comments for: Friday, June 4th
If you're unable to leave a comment here you can email me (Artbeliever@gmail.com) and I will add your name to the list.
I will announce the winner on Sunday evening, June 6th.
The winner will also receive a collage sheet that I will create just for you.
Much love to all! Marilyn xxoo
63 comments:
Wow wow wow wow this rock.
So beautiful art again. Please throw my name in the hat.
Wonderful work my friend.
Oh for Heaven's sake. I can't stand it. It is so cool....I want it... but would you ever pick another Marilyn to win....hmmmm. Well now I have some inspiration for painting today...thank you thank you...
I have a sister named Marilyn, so I should be the winner :) Lovely give away, thanks for the chance to win :)
OMG, Marilyn, this is very impressive!!!
Stunning work. Love your creation!
This is over the top gorgeous! Of course I want to win it Marilyn!!
It is so you!
Great fun Marilyn and of course how can you not love cabbage roses and pink! I would be honored to win something of yours!
Suzi would love this--this is what her class is like--just do whatever feels good and it will always end up good. I would be so so happy to win this!
Oh it is wonderful!!!!
I adore this piece!!! you did a fabulous job making lemonade out of your overworked hair!!! You know how I feel about roses!!!! Please enter me in your giveaway- it would make a perfect B-day present- hint hint!!! LOL Just kidding- NO pressure!!!!!
The "hair" turned out amazing! Good save! It's a beautiful piece!
I think is turned out perfect. I love everything about it..
Ohhh, Marilyn! She's BEAUtiful!!! Sometimes the best art happens when you allow your Muse to just let you create intuitively! I must say . . . she'd look lovely in my studio!!! Hugs, Terri xoxo
Dearest Marilyn: I am so LOL reading your post. I loved it. I would be so honored to own an original Marilyn should i win your blog giveaway. I too know how to keep going an going on a piece of work trying to "fix" it..... YOU are so talented - I lOVE the "hair" accessory! hugs,
Oooo I love this collage! She's so pretty and the birds are lovely... and the roses on her head are beautiful! It's so inspirational... and of course... I'd love to have it in my studio...
I love the way mistakes can lead to a more creative piece. As they say, "there are no mistakes in art". Lovely art Marilyn
Ohhhh I would love to win this,I love the colors and her little lips. Glad you had fun making it.
I just found your blog through La Dolce Vita, and immediately fell in love with the little cabbage head girl; she is just so charming! I think the roses are perfect for her, and I think she wants to come live with me!
Sweet M! How I have missed you! I love your little cabbage girl... your work has been growing by leaps and bounds - I am SO very proud of all you have accomplished.
Enjoy these beautiful summer days...xox Deb
OH Marilyn! What a perfectly lovely painting your are offering! Thank you so very much for the chance to be a lucky winner!
Everything about it is just wonderful!
oxo
Hi Marilyn, I think she is totally amazing. The colors are so gorgeous and I love everything about it.
Would love to be entered in your giveaway.
debby
I love it when you experiment. This painting that turned into an incredible mixed media piece is beyond beautiful. I am always so inspired by your art, your techniques, and your comments. You are always an inspiration to me, and I would be here whether you were giving something away or not. Of course, to own an original Marilyn Rock, would really ROCK. BTW, love your latest blog banner.
Marilyn everything about her screams "totally awesome".She is so fabulous and wonderful.
Over the top amazing art creation, love this gal.
Please count me in,what a true treasure.
Have a great day.
Biggie Hugs,Laura. xoxx
Marilyn,
How fun is this!! I LOVE the whimsey of it!! Don't you just love the collage aspect of being able to cover mistakes!! It then "forces" you to get creative and sometimes that becomes the best part! Glad you are having so much fun!!
Love the way you incorporated several different techniques....it resulted in a wonderful art piece. Love her pink hair ...
good wishes
fran
oh I love it!!!!!
and isn't it fun when 'one thing leads to another'....the art process is so much better when we let that 'whatever it is' take over and go with the flow!
this is stunning!
ciao bella!
creative carmelina is seriously impressed!
xoxo
ooops...i was so smitten that i actually forgot to say, please, please, please enter me to win this fabulously inspiring piece of art!!!!
ciao bella
creative carmelina
I love your cabbage head and the tattoo on the neck is just wonderful! of course I want her!!
It's gorgeous and I love her hair;o)
Your creativity is beyond amazing. We are so lucky to have you to show us the way!!!
I'd love to have a piece of your creativity!!!
awesome Marilyn! Thanks for the chance.
Hi Marilyn,
Ms. Cabbage Head is adorable, sooo cheerful, luv your "twist" on this piece. Please count me in on your ever so gracious giveaway.
Barb in Texas
oh marilyn..you do the nicest things! please include me in this awesome give away!!!
This is GREAT, Marilyn! I love the addition of the flowers on top and the collage elements. Very nice job (as usual!).
THIS is fantastic and just my taste! Hehehe, please count me in Marilyn and thank you for your generous heart. LOVE this piece, the cabbage roses, and the WRITING in the shirt and neck, that just really grabs me! The face is darling.....she will look lovely hanging in my home! :0) THAT is confidence hey???? (I hope I win, I hope I win!) Fingers and toes crossed!
xoxoxoxo
Hugs,Patti
Oh Marilyn---"cabbage head" is so cool. So many different techniques created a great piece of art. Miss seeing you. Helen
So beautiful Marilyn... love those cabbage roses!!! What a wonderful giveaway.
Jacky xox
This piece is amazing, Marilyn! Thanks for offering this wonderful collage and thanks so much for a chance to win!
Have a wonderful weekend!
Gaby xo
Marilyn "Sweetest" Marilyn, I am singing. hahaha. I am an awful singer,tee hee.
I forgot to mention,I adore your new banner. Wow beautiful !!!!!!!!!
Have the very best weekend my friend.
Biggest squeeze Hugs,Laura.xoxx
P.S. I need a big push from you to get me in gear to start encaustic meduim, I have all the supplies.
JUST NEED TO DO IT !! LOL
Wishing you everything great in life... : )
She's wonderful, Marilyn! What a personality! Many days, I feel like I'm a cabbage head, so she'd fit in perfectly here!
Diane
this is beautiful Marilyn, I can just see it proudly displayed on my fireplace mantel with the altered mitten of yours from a winter exchange! I particularly like your altered book spread in the previous post as well!
Beautiful Sunday head wear!!! great work.
This is great Marilyn! Love the cabbage rose hair, it makes it. I would love to be entered into your giveaway contest.
This is great Marilyn! Love the cabbage rose hair, it makes it. I would love to be entered into your giveaway contest.
I see from the number of posts that "Everyone" wants this one, including me. WOW is all I can say. The more fun you have the better they come out. i just absolutely love this piece. Kudos Marilyn. Lovely.
This is FABULOUS! I am so glad I found your blog!
I can't write news *g* it's allways the same: I love your unique style, I love your incredible beautiful faces and your never ending wonderful inspiring creativity!
Hugs and a nice sunday,
Anja
I love this Marilyn!! What a fun piece! Pick me, pick me!!
Sweet! I would love to win your master piece!
She's lovely... know just the place for her!
Best wishes.
Chanticlear1@gmail.com
Absolutely one of my favorites of yours Marilyn- your creativity nevers ceases to amaze!
What a gorgeous picture!! I am an admirer of your art, after seeing it on Gillian's Artezine several years ago, just now found your blog, I'm in for some perusing! Sue
I LOVE your 'Cabbage Head!' Wonderful collage, Marilyn - cheers!!
This is so unique, and creative! I love your work. Your blog totally ROCKS!
Just a little hint though if you put your email address directly on your blog, robots will find it and spam you! Just put yourname (at) gmail (.) com or something like that!
Here's to more happy scrapping, and
Hugs from the he♥rt,
Jeanette
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Hi Marilyn, This is so pretty. I love the calligraphy on her dress, and I love the roses on her head! Great job. I share your delight in creating her!
Ohhh Myyy !!!! I LOVE IT Marilyn <3. It has been some time since I looked at your blog. Boy am I glad I did !!!! Thanks for sharing. As always, I am inspired !!!!!
Much Love !!!
Nancy C.
I love all the different things you did to this one; especially her hair....Please enter me; I would be honored to have one of your pieces of artwork.....
Hugs and Blessings
this is fantastic Marilyn as is your other latest work!!
have a great weekend!!
she is LOVELY Marilyn!...and I LOVE her roses hair.
Marilyn I miss you,I will be so glad to see your new amazing art work. Makes my day always, dear you.
Hugs,Laura.
P.S. I do have wax on the mind but now busy. My Mom is in the hospital sadly. I am getting close to make the new beginning to creating with Encautics meduim.You inspire me greatly always. Love Laura. xoxx
Have the best day.
lovely results! love the roses 'hair'!
She's gorgeous, and I love the look & color of her eyes!
Thanks for the giveaway.
Happy days,
Joanie
SO SO SO beautiful!!!!
Hugs
Oxana
That is one fantastic piece Marilyn. The flowers just make it.
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