Paper + Paint + Canvas =

Joy! The newest addition to my gallery of "girls."

My daughter and her friend, A, got into the paints the other day, so I couldn't resist.

I didn't have a plan, but after I sifted through my papers, my "vision" began to form.

The colors just came together, and I tried new techniques.

Well, mainly with her hair.

I painted her hair a yellow first, then began layering various shades of brown.

I typed the wording on the computer, which gives it a more finished look.

Then drew in the stitches and "connected" the text pieces together.

I linked up with Mary for Mosaic Monday today.
She's actually sharing some photographs from the Monet exhibit
at the New York Botanical Garden.
Hmmmm. That definitely puts me in good company!