Country Crafter Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 Flowers are doing well around here, spring is slow to come.Wendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creativegems Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 Awwww Wendy don't even tell me you paint too!I love pansies and your candle is beautiful.Janet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candlesprite7 Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 That's really pretty, I could never paint a flower that well! Great Job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patience Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 Ooooh, I just love when Wendy posts a pic. Ain't that a beauty! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donita Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 I love your painted pansy. That is so beautiful. Donita Louise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firegirl Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 Simply gorgeous! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tizimarezie Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 I love pansies and your painted candle is beautiful! You have a lot of talent.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~www.aromafieldscandles.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soapbuddy Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 Wow! You're talented! Irena Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marika Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 Lovely!Mari Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wick'n'Wax Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 that, is truely gorgeous, well done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnitaG Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 That is pretty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyl55 Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 Oh Wendy, your pansys are perfect. My favorite spring flower. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candles by Lisa Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 Absolutely gorgeous, I wish I could paint like that.Lisa:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonShine Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 All I can say is WOW! Such talent!~~hugs~~Suzy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Country Crafter Posted May 4, 2007 Author Share Posted May 4, 2007 Thanks everyone, this candle was originally created by one of our paint instructors, she does beautiful work! I spent the winter, LOL, learning to paint these pansies (and other spring and summer blooms) and am quite pleased with how they are turning out. I have dabbled in painting for some yrs. and am kicking myself that when we ran the painting studio I didn't spend a little more time actually participating in the classes, now I am self teaching, lol. Thanks againWendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seaglass Candle Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 Your pansies are simply beautiful! I have a set of pansy ironstone that would be greatly complemented by a candle like that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erinmfritz Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 What a beautiful candle, I wish I could paint like that! Good job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuzieE Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 Your candle and pansys are very beautiful. I can see why they would be a huge seller. Great work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdcopeland@mchsi.com Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 i love it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candle Man Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 Looks Great.Great work with the "one stroke" painting technique. http://www.onestroke.com/demo/index.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Country Crafter Posted May 4, 2007 Author Share Posted May 4, 2007 Thanks again all, much appreciated.Actually this was not done using the one stroke method, sorry your confused, although the one stroke method can offer a final technique that results in a "similar look". Our painting starts with a base coat pattern and uses a combination of highlighting and shading to achieve the final results. One Stroke as the name suggests is done using a different brush, not a combination of brushes. A very different technique and an art in itself. I am sure others will appreciate the link though.WendyEdited to add:this particular candle came to us through our instructor I think through Pier 1. It has a linen type texture which I liked as well as the concave top. I made silicone molds from the originals, (the shape is not protected) and love the detail it offers. The company that offered this candle is also the company that produced the concrete type candle which was recalled which some of you may remember. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donita Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 Thanks again all, much appreciated.Actually this was not done using the one stroke method, sorry your confused, although the one stroke method can offer a final technique that results in a "similar look". Our painting starts with a base coat pattern and uses a combination of highlighting and shading to achieve the final results. One Stroke as the name suggests is done using a different brush, not a combination of brushes. A very different technique and an art in itself. I am sure others will appreciate the link though.WendyEdited to add:this particular candle came to us through our instructor I think through Pier 1. It has a linen type texture which I liked as well as the concave top. I made silicone molds from the originals, (the shape is not protected) and love the detail it offers. The company that offered this candle is also the company that produced the concrete type candle which was recalled which some of you may remember.Wendy.....I appreciate you talent. I started with the "One Stroke" technique and I decided to spend hundreds of dollars more to learn the Russian technique....The one stroke is great for quick decorating. What you are doing is fine art. I am posting a picture here of a "One Stroke" that I did several years ago....so that people can see the difference in your art and the easier method. Congrats on that great pansy. It is to die for. Donita Louise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judyvega Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 Very pretty - and Donita I also like yours Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Country Crafter Posted May 5, 2007 Author Share Posted May 5, 2007 That is beautiful Donita, thanks for sharing. I love the look of one stroke although have never attempted the technique myself. LOL, it certainly doesn't look easier to me, I find it amazing to watch someone adept at the process to paint, they make it look so effortless and quick, whereas I agonize over every brush stroke, :embarasse , lol.Today is daisy day! I am working on some glassware for an order, if all goes well will post a pic or two later.Thanks againWendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comfortscents Posted May 5, 2007 Share Posted May 5, 2007 I drove 60 miles round trip once a month over the winter to take one stroke classes..most of the time time I was the only student, then bought all the donna dewberry dvd's and books..I figured my first painted candle cost me around $200.00...lol...love your pansies..white candles are my absolute favorites Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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