Wekiva Palms
12x16 inches
oil on panel
silver frame
800.00
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Painters Tip
Recycling paintings
Yesterday I went through quite a few old paintings in preparation for my studio party next week. I always have a browse bin of sale paintings for the parties. The bin is full of plein air studies from 5x7-8x10 inches, and the older paintings that did not sell for whatever reason, or paintings I just don't feel made the cut for retail.
Some paintings have interesting areas which can be cropped and mounted to mat board as miniatures. They actually make wonderful tiny paintings. I cut out a matboard in whatever size I want to make them and use it for cropping. It is a great way to revitalize an old painting.
If the painting is on canvas, simply use a single edged razor blade to cut out the shape. If it is on mat board or paper, use a paper cutter or straight edge and exacto knife to cut out the shapes.
You can also make wonderful abstract paintings from older paintings too.
Before you burn or throw out those old paintings, consider giving them a new life as a brand new painting.
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