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Thursday, August 25, 2011

New Works! The Sojourners Series Begins

I began a new series of paintings that I am really excited about, and since my husband is completely useless to me in reflecting an honest reaction to my art ("That's nice." - worst description of how you feel about an artwork ever!) and my sister (who is always the most blunt and honest with me about my work) is currently overseas for the next 4 months, I wanted to share them with you and see what you thought.
"Sisterhood"
2011 by Harmony
Original Mixed Media Painting
8X8 done on wood panel

I created this (above) painting on commission for a lovely pair of sisters to celebrate their journey both separate and together.  It really inspired me to think about each of us and our individual journeys that almost always have at least one "other" that makes us brave and gives us strength to be our unique selves.  My little sister does this for me.  We are almost exact opposites in personality and style, this led to lots of competitive behaviors and fighting when we were young, but as I have grown alongside her, I have discovered it is the beauty of our differences that I love the most, and that she helps me be who I am today.  So I was inspired to create a few more pieces of each sister on their individual journey, to reflect the duality of their spirits (connected together yet living separate lives). 

 "The Dreamer"
2011 by Harmony Lenasbunt
Mixed Media Original Artwork
6X6 done on wood panel

 "The Seeker"
2011 by Harmony Lenasbunt
Mixed Media Original Artwork
6X6 done on wood panel

More about how I made them: Each piece is totally unique, full of texture and  layers, as well as color and patterns.  I used vintage wrapping papers to create a base layer which I kept overlaying with paint, pastel, inks, adding more and wiping away over and over until the background was built up with as much character and beauty as the figure herself.  There are vintage lace pieces affixed to the edges, and the images are actually done on fabric, giving them a soft dreamy appearance. 

I am absolutely over the moon with how my vision for these paintings turned out in reality and am currently working on several more pieces for the series of Sojourners.  Thank you for letting me share them with you.  They are very dear to my heart.  Prints and wood mounted prints of them will be available in my Etsy Shop later today.  If you are interested in the orginals, or a commissioned work like this, please email me.

If you were represented in an artwork like this, what would your title be?  I am definitely the Dreamer, while my sister is completely the Seeker.  Any Wanderers, Pranksters, Mother Hearts,  Thinkers out there?  Tell me what word describes your current journey best?
XO, HARMONY

10 comments:

  1. Love these! I think The Seeker is my favorite, but it's close! xo

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  2. Love, love, love these ... My title would be "Explorer" ... I love reading and researching new creative avenues ... Love your work ... So glad I found you!
    ~Kristine

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  3. these are just so special, love them all.

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  4. these are beautiful harmony. very meaningful.

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  5. Lovely! They should love them! I've learned NOT to ask my hubby about my art! He loves me but does not get it at all. ;)
    Thank for sharing...
    Marianne
    http://ladybirdhope.blogspot.com

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  6. A very inspirational piece! Wonderful! Love the layers of texture and colors!

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  7. wow you are so talented. i think the seeker painting is my favourite. what word would describe my current journey?? wow that's so hard to think of only one word...i'll get back to you!!
    x

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  8. I love your paintings, esp the colours! I'm glad I found you through FN.
    Have a nice weekend,
    Saci

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  9. I don't know that I'd have one word to describe myself. But, if I had a piece of art representing me I think I'd title it "Waiting" because I'm always waiting for the right moment...which never seems to come. One the other hand though, I could be The Wanderer because I have and do tend to wander through life/lives, hobbies, jobs etc. and I don't have plans to really settle down yet! :)

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  10. My title would definitely be "Mother Hen". I am constantly trying to take care of everyone else, sometimes at the expense of my self. I am in the process of trying to create an Etsy shop to sell my hand-crocheted goods, while also building a nanny business that focuses on creative, hands-on, interactive play and activity to foster out-of-the-classroom learning.

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