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I cut a silhouette of the seeker from my drawing on cardboard for the flat back, then added aluminum foil balls to make the body…
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On my walks, I can’t help but take a moment to close my eyes and smell the blooms. The roses and jasmine are delightful, rubbing…
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Between projects and learning new software, I have been turning to my sketchbook as an outlet for doodling ideas and keeping my art moving forward.…
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I wanted to explore some thicker materials to use in my next-layer scene diorama. With a thicker edge, I could carve an edge relief detail…
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I found this rabbit resin statue in the Easter decor section at Michaels and was charmed by its little expression and hands. I wanted to…
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“Satchel & Penny vs. Sea Monster” Acrylic paint on engraved Palboard diorama by Rebecca Ruggles. 24x24x5 inches, May 2023 Reflections and lessons learned: I’m very pleased…
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I want to express my gratitude to the cohorts at the art group that have made my art possible with their encouragement, enthusiasm, and wisdom.…
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For the first time, I can see my art diorama fully realized. I still have some touch-ups on the edges and areas I scratched while…
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With each layer and the floating bits painted, it was time for the final assembly. Sliding each layer onto the eight bolts with aluminum tube…
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I always stop when the first roses emerge from their buds in spring. This year the spectacle began the last week in April. With all…
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It started with the garage purge and clean last weekend, and now my studio space is screaming for a clean-up and attention. I would have…
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Moment of truth… will the holes in each layer line up and work with the hardware plan? The only way to know is to do…
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At the art group in Nipomo, I decided to take a break from acrylic and do a little watercolor scene that came to me in…
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With a few layers painted, I did a test stack of the background, frame, and teacup. I’m delighted with how the shadows and depth are…
