Faux Batik Painting, "Autumn Glow" by Colorado Mixed Media Abstract Artist Carol Nelson

"Autumn Glow," faux batik painting by Carol Nelson

This painting was a demo for a faux batik class I taught recently.
If you look carefully, you can see random lines in green, ochre, and turquoise that result from the batik process.

In this example, the painting is done on fabric, the processed with wax, paint, and polymer medium for a unique look. I love the unpredictability of this process.

 8"x8"  Acrylic on Fabric

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Mixed Media Collage Landscape Painting, "Harvest Moon" © Carol Nelson Fine Art

Several different collage materials contribute to the extraordinary texture in this painting including copper, specialty collage papers, textured wallpaper, and Egyptian papyrus. The 20" x 60" size makes a strong statement over a bed or sofa.

 20"x60"x1.5" Mixed Media on Canvas Mixed Media on Panel/Available

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Faux Batik Painting, "Autumn Glow" by Colorado Mixed Media Abstract Artist Carol Nelson

"Autumn Glow," faux batik painting by Carol Nelson

This painting was a demo for a faux batik class I taught recently.
If you look carefully, you can see random lines in green, ochre, and turquoise that result from the batik process.

In this example, the painting is done on fabric, the processed with wax, paint, and polymer medium for a unique look. I love the unpredictability of this process.

 8"x8"  Acrylic on Fabric

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Mixed Media Collage Landscape Painting, "Harvest Moon" © Carol Nelson Fine Art

Several different collage materials contribute to the extraordinary texture in this painting including copper, specialty collage papers, textured wallpaper, and Egyptian papyrus. The 20" x 60" size makes a strong statement over a bed or sofa.

 20"x60"x1.5" Mixed Media on Canvas Mixed Media on Panel/Available

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Abstract, Mixed Media Landscape, “Foothills” by Colorado Mixed Media Abstract Artist Carol Nelson

"Foothills", 6x24, mixed media by Carol Nelson

detail

There are wonderful moments that happen from time to time in the studio. This painting started with a random application of texture compounds.

Then, with a neutral palette in mind, I poured black, white, and sepia colors and let them wander. Turning the canvas in different directions, I was struck with the landscape image that became this painting.

Mostly, the painting painted itself with a little guidance from me. After I saw the landscape forming, I added some metallic colors of bronze and silver, and a bit of micaceous iron oxide.

6"x24"x1.5" Mixed Media on Canvas-Available

$275

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Acrylic Abstract Tree Painting, Contemporary Landscape, “Twilight Dance” by Carol Nelson Fine Art

  36"x24"x1.5" Acrylic on Canvas/Sold

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Mixed Media Abstract Tree Collage Landscape, "Just Peachy" by Carol Nelson Fine Art

"Just Peachy" 8x8 inches, by Carol Nelson

This was a demo piece in one of my Abstract Trees workshops. It's one of my favorite workshops to teach because almost everyone, regardless of painting experience, ends up with a nice little collage painting.

 8"x8 Mixed Media on Panel /Available

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Mixed Media Abstract Tree Collage Landscape, "Just Peachy" by Carol Nelson Fine Art

"Just Peachy" 8x8 inches, by Carol Nelson

This was a demo piece in one of my Abstract Trees workshops. It's one of my favorite workshops to teach because almost everyone, regardless of painting experience, ends up with a nice little collage painting.

 8"x8 Mixed Media on Panel /Available

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Abstract, Mixed Media Landscape, “Foothills” by Colorado Mixed Media Abstract Artist Carol Nelson

"Foothills", 6x24, mixed media by Carol Nelson

detail

There are wonderful moments that happen from time to time in the studio. This painting started with a random application of texture compounds.

Then, with a neutral palette in mind, I poured black, white, and sepia colors and let them wander. Turning the canvas in different directions, I was struck with the landscape image that became this painting.

Mostly, the painting painted itself with a little guidance from me. After I saw the landscape forming, I added some metallic colors of bronze and silver, and a bit of micaceous iron oxide.

6"x24"x1.5" Mixed Media on Canvas-Available

$275

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Contemporary Acrylic Abstract Art Painting , "Hotspot" by Colorado Mixed Media Abstract Artist Carol Nelson

A painting with a limited of black, white, and gray palette with a pop of color, which always results in a dynamic eye-catching piece.

This is another demo example for my Make Abstracts Sing workshop at Art Unraveled in Phoenix in August.


8"x8" Acrylic on Paper

$200.00

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Contemporary Abstract Mixed Media Abstract Painting, "Celebration of Blue" © Carol Nelson Fine Art

This modular abstract features aluminum, pewter embossing metal, blue steel cut tacks, acrylic modeling compound and metallic acrylic paints on a 24x24 panel.   Several shades of blue combine with browns, grays, and blacks for  a dramatic, contemporary look.  Simple black wood frame included.

  24"x24x1.5" Mixed Media on Panel/Available

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Mixed media abstract, "Tribal Gathering" © Carol Nelson Fine Art

Tribal Gathering, 12x9 inches, by Carol Nelson

This painting was a demo for some students studying at my studio in Colorado. It makes use of my "sandwich technique" for quick, easy composition.

 12"x9"x1" Mixed Media on Panel/sold

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Geologic Abstract Painting, "Pinnacle" by Carol Nelson Fine Art

"Pinnacle", 36x36, by Carol Nelson

This is a geologic abstract commission piece I did for a geologist couple in Evergreen, CO. It is heavily textured and richly colored. Thank you Andy and Cheryl.

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Geologic Abstract Mixed Media Painting "Anasazi" by Colorado Artist Carol Nelson

This abstract is in my geologic series.  It is heavily textured and has gold and aluminum foils underlying parts of the painting, giving it a soft metallic glow.

  36"x24x1.5"" Mixed Media on Canvas/Available

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Mixed Media Abstract Painting, "Sunken Treasure" © Carol Nelson Fine Art

"Sunken Treasure", 30x24 mixed media by Carol Nelson

 This painting has some interesting things added to it. The "treasure" is bits of gold colored metal from a necklace, and gold painted wood pieces. Considering the watery appearance of the rest of the painting, it wasn't hard to come up with a title.

 I tried something different for the finish on this painting. It has Golden's Self Leveling Clear Gel in a relatively thick layer. I poured it on and spread it around with a brush. The gel "produces a smooth, even, flexible, glossy film of excellent clarity with water and UV resistance." It is very shiny, and certainly easier to work with than smelly varnish.

  30"x24"x1.5" Mixed Media on Canvas/Available

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Textured Mixed Media Marine Abstract Art Painting "BREAKWATER" by Carol Nelson Fine Art

"BREAKWATER" 11001

"BREAKWATER," side

  36"x36x1.5" Acrylic on Canvas/sold

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Mixed Media Geologic Abstract Painting, "Turquoise Strata 2" © Carol Nelson Fine Art

"Turquoise Strata 2"  24x6 inches, by Carol Nelson

You can see and feel the texture on this canvas.  Here I am again with one of my favorite color palettes.  I love how the rich browns, golds and sienna tones compliment the turquoise and blue shades.

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  24"x6x.5"" Mixed Media on Canvas/Available

 $250

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Contemporary Mixed Media Still Life Flower Art Painting "Playful Banter” by Colorado Mixed Media Abstract Artist Carol Nelson

"Playful Banter" 20x16 inches, by Carol Nelson

texture detail

 20"x16"x.75 Mixed Media on Canvas/Available

 $350.00

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Contemporary Abstract Painting, "REEF, 051417" by Colorado Mixed Media Artist Carol Nelson

"Reef" 13.5x4.5 inches, by Carol Nelson

This painting is float mounted on an MDF backing board. Students always ask me what adhesive to use to glue the three layers (the painting, the spacer, and the backing board) together.

There are several brands of glue available in hardware stores.  In this case, I used StrongStik by DAP.  For extra security, I drilled two holes in the back (one about 1/3 down from the top, and one about 1/3 up from the bottom) and screwed in 3/4 inch screws.



It is a true mixed media piece, with such diverse components as rusted iron paint paper, clay medallions, prepared tyvek, hand-textured paper, and turquoise stones.

I found the turquoise stones strung together at a craft store in the jewelry section.  There are tiny holes from the stringing that do not show.  They look and feel like genuine turquoise stones, but, for all I know, they may be well done imitations.


 13.5"x4.5"x1 Mixed Media on Panel/sold

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Mixed Media Flower Art Painting “THREE REDS AND A YELLOW” by Colorado Mixed Media Artist Carol Nelson

This painting is done in the faux batik style. After painting the flowers, a layer of wax was applied as a resist. After gently crumbling the waxed painting, a darker color was pushed into the cracks. After ironing to melt the wax, a beautiful lacy pattern appears.

 FRESH OFF THE EASEL....


 6"x12"x1" Acrylic on Panel/Available

 $300

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