:: tribute to Henri Matisse ::
In 1941, Henri underwent surgery, afterwards he was confined to a wheelchair.
He set out to create collages out of cutting colored paper,
often on a large scale, called gouaches decoupes.
Henri Matisse called this technique "painting with scissors"
bringing color and geometry to a new medium of simplicity.
I decided to create art journal cards.
A series called- famous styles of artists
5" x 8"
:: for trade ::
The cards are to be incorporated into your journal.
Once I receive a journal card,
I will show you how I incorporate your card into my art journal.
Loads of pictures. Lots of fun!
Who wishes to trade with me?
contact me
- your name and site will appear here.
Let's trade and have an artful good time, inspiring one another!
Love Matisse, and what you have made, too. Your journal sounds like fun! Hugs, Valerie
ReplyDeleteHello Valerie
DeleteThank you... ~xx
Yes, it is going to be excitingly fun!! :]
Love your take on Matisse's collages, April. Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteHello Deborah
DeleteSo wonderful to read, you enjoyed your visit.
Thank you for your encouragement. ~xx
It's been a while since I traded ATC made out of paper, but I'd love to chim in! I will make you a special one!
ReplyDeleteHello Hanna
DeleteSo great to read, you are wishing to trade!! :]
Creating with paper is always fun.. just a quick note- these journal cards are 5" x 8 "
(larger than your average ATC.)
Glad you stopped by for a visit, love your company.
Will contact you by email, with all the details.
You want a 5x8" piece representing a famous artist, right? I'm in though it might take me a week or two to finish. I just love your Matisse style...I'm putting on my thinking cap....
ReplyDeleteHello Terrie
DeleteGlad to have you aboard the trade! :]
Yes, 5" x 8" is the size, making these "journal cards".
If you wish, you could represent a famous artist with their style, movement, or technique.
Or... your the creator, anything goes!! Just keep it original, no photo copied artwork.
Enjoy your visit... ~xx
I had no idea about Matisse's life. I did know that Degas' eyesight or something was failing and that is why he started using pastels. Geez! I don't know much about other artists' lives! I also wonder about your journal card. Do you want an 5x8" one to trade? I'm going to have to look around for an art history book. You'd think I would have one, but??? I do love Matisse's work. Wouldn't they make great quilts? I'm not going to quilt it though. I tried quilting once, maybe twice and it wasn't good. You've got me thinking now!
ReplyDeleteHello Karenann
DeleteHIP, HIP, HOORAY!! :]
You bet, I will sign you up.
Yes, these are 5" x 8" journal cards.
Glad you enjoyed your visit and my art history presentation. (LOL)
Looking forward to our trade ~xx
Your cards are amazing, April...you have a real knack for this particular style. I love the idea of painting with scissors, probably because collage is my first and most-lasting love. Fabulous!
ReplyDeleteAwww... thank you Andria! :]
DeleteLove your encouragement, always. ~xx
Just wonderful!
ReplyDeletenot good enough it doesnt look unique
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