And welcome back to emanate artworx! Today, I'd like to share a short art experiment I did recently. It features two colorful doors with surrounding accents.
What is it about doors that makes them intriguing?
Maybe because they are generally familiar, but might lead us to the unknown. Perhaps its the symbolism of new beginnings. Or maybe they just have an aesthetic appeal. Whatever it is, the door photography of the internet snagged my attention 👀 and struck me with this notion.
Door 1
Door 2
Drips pre-dab and wipe
Art Corner in use
The Inspiration
The idea for this experiment was to combine crayon and watercolor (they create a really pretty texture effect!) to make a fantasy-inspired doorway and just have fun working with the materials. It's important to keep the fun in creating, or else it can become a burden, and then what's the point?
The Steps
The first layer was a light-colored wash. Then, coloring with crayon, being careful to leave some of the paper's texture untouched by the wax. Lastly, a more saturated wash (glaze?) of watercolor, to fill in the parts of the paper where the crayon missed...and a little dab and wipe to remove that beautiful drippy excess.
The Analysis
Originally, I was thinking one doorway would be light and cheerful, and the other one more subdued and somber. But in the end, 😅 oops. Both were actually pretty colorful! That's what these kind of exercises are for, exploring and having fun enjoying the experience 😌.
Personally, the green-colored door looks better to me because of its more intense, saturated hue, and the purple-ish ground looks really neat. I like how the water color worked on that part.
The Future
Sadly, I'm not sure yet how to translate this material combination into a polished piece that could be portfolio-worthy. The watercolor I used is archival quality, but the crayon is good old Crayola 😆. And the paper is a regular, everyday mixed media sketchbook paper.
Maybe colored pencil would be a better more enduring option, since it's kind of waxy too. Oil pastel seems too thick and heavy to work with watercolor, but who knows? Or, if the whole thing was sealed with permanent fixative or protectant, maybe the Crayola would endure 🧐. Only with more testing could we really be sure! I'll keep this one on the shelf for now.
When I have more time away from my day job, I would so love to paint this kind of subject, along with rural landscapes and other interesting subjects in a plein air setting. Until then, 🥲 internet refs.
What do you think? Do you enjoy perusing door pictures? What's your earliest art memory?
Thanks for reading! 😘 See you next time,
Ema
Very interesting exploration! I like experiments with mixed media. Got me thinking how building filled with only doors would look like.
Oowooo, hmm, now I'm curious too. I don't usually draw buildings, but that actually sounds kinda fun. Thanks for the idea, and thanks for stopping by! 🤠
That is actually amazing what you were able to achieve with classic wax crayons!
I always hated them to be honest, never I have learn how to use them so the picture looks interesting in any way :D Really nice job!
Haha! Thanks. Yeah, they are so basic. I had a random desire to buy them and was actually surprised how much fun a simple thing could be. 🧡
You actually inspired me to buy crayons I used when I was a little kid called 'Bambino'. I was surprised that the original polish ones are available in UK, can't wait to used them! I remember they were great, but we will see very soon!
Nothing to say apart - succumb to those 'random desires' - effect is great!
Bambino, what a cute name! 😂 that's so awesome you found the same crayons from your memory. I hope you make something fantastic with them. Using crayons is very satisfying, even though they are so simple.
Thank you! I really appreciate your comments : ) Fuel to the fire, in a good way.
It is! Got my box yesterday!! So, so excited to try them out!
There is something freeing about them , isn't it?
Hey, that's a fancy little tin! How convenient for taking them on the go.
Yeah! Even though they have limitations, it's almost like your imagination can be free to roam more. How fun. Happy coloring, Strega!! 🤩
...I'll be looking for your waxy creation soon 👀
They are very easy to break, I am glad that they have proper box. As a kid I had paper box, was just useless, and crayons were in pieces. I was still able to use them but it is much harder.
I'll tag you when I will get my some time to post some bambino-crayon stuff:)
very good works . i pleasure to see your works . ❤ So beautiful, i loved.
I appreciate you. Thank you for commenting! 😄
That's so nice!!! The texturing went pretty nicely there. It kind of has a rustic feel to it. I imagine seeing this kind of piece in cafes
Ahh! Yes, I could see that vibing in a café, especially in a bigger size. Niiice 🧡.
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