I am a relative new comer to the folk art world and currently paint Memory Boxes for the local hospital who give them to the parents that lose their Babies at birth. It is a very rewarding craft for me as I get the pleasure of relaxing with a paint brush and knowing what I do becomes something special for bereaved parents. I go to folk art classes and currently painting a Tui, a native bird of NZ. on a canvas. I have included a piccy of a Memory Box I painted. Would love to see piccys of everyone elses crafts.
Regards Jude
-- Edited by Judes and Bazz on Thursday 26th of September 2013 11:04:37 PM
I am a retired midwife, and know only too well how these boxes are used, and they are much appreciated by the women and families involved. Keep us the good work!
freehazzas said
08:00 PM Sep 27, 2013
That is really beautiful. Do you use oils or acrylics? I am having a play with both on canvas at the moment.
Judes and Bazz said
10:09 PM Sep 27, 2013
Hi Kerry,
I use acrylics easier for clean up. I have had a go at oils but find it a much harder medium to work with as a beginner but intend to have a serious go at it in retirement.
What are you busy painting at the moment?
Judes
Judes and Bazz said
10:12 PM Sep 27, 2013
Thank you Rosie. It is unbelieveable how may of these boxes are needed even in this day and age there are still 1 in 4 losses and even now so many people find it difficult to acknowledge or talk about. I hope the little I do can make a difference.
Judes
freehazzas said
10:45 PM Sep 27, 2013
Hi Judes, i do landscapes ect. Have only just started tp teach myself but am getting there. Always wanted to do it, so now I am having a go.
I did my first colour on canvas today. Have done a few in monotones to get the hang of things but went in the deep end today. Used acrylics today. I love oils but find it hard to get them dry traveling in thw rig full time. I had wet paintings all over the place this week so giving the acrylics a go. Might be easier i think even though not my first choice of mediums to use.
The detail in yours is fantastic. I love it. Be a while before i get that good i think.
Ill put mine in a post here and you can tell me what i need to work on, be honest.
pambaz said
10:47 PM Sep 27, 2013
That is beautiful Judes. I am sure they are greatly appreciated and it is a lovely idea.
I used to do a lot of Folk Art but gave it up when I got too shaky. It was relaxing and I made some lovely things but shaky hands don't work well with painting.
Keep it up as you are very good.
Pam
Judes and Bazz said
12:35 AM Sep 28, 2013
Thank you Pam that means a lot coming from an experienced folk arter. What a shame you are unable to do it. It has become my way of relaxing...something I dont do well, but with a brush in my hand all else is forgotten what have you replaced painting with? If you have any ideas of where I could go for pictures that are suitable for Memory boxes I would be very grateful.
Take Care
Judes
Judes and Bazz said
12:42 AM Sep 28, 2013
Hello Freehazzas
Thank you for your kind words, good on you for giving it a go. I saw a programe on TV a while ago teaching you how to paint in oils so I wrote away for an instructional DVD there are several you can choose from and Ken Harris the artist will critique your work. He makes it look ever so easy of course but lots of hints and ideas that you can apply to any meduim. Below is the link to his website. Hoping one day to take our caravan on a trip there and meet him in person.
http://www.kenharrisartschool.com.au/
Check out his website
Cheers Judes
neilnruth said
04:57 AM Sep 29, 2013
Judes that is so effective in white on a solid colour. What a great idea to use your talent - giving to others who are grieving. Well done.
Judes and Bazz said
11:32 PM Sep 29, 2013
Thank you
pambaz said
01:43 AM Sep 30, 2013
Judes and Bazz wrote:
Thank you Pam that means a lot coming from an experienced folk arter. What a shame you are unable to do it. It has become my way of relaxing...something I dont do well, but with a brush in my hand all else is forgotten what have you replaced painting with? If you have any ideas of where I could go for pictures that are suitable for Memory boxes I would be very grateful.
Take Care
Judes
Jude's, Google folk art patterns you should be able to print off a few. I gave all my books away but if you go to Vinnies or Salvos you may be able to get some.
I loved folk art and very little escaped being painted. You know the milk cans, trays, clocks, bird houses, even the ceiling fans didn't escape ha ha . I made bird houses and welcome plaques for a little shop on the CEntral Coast, I especially liked doing wild flowers and lace work. Now I quilt and scrapbook. I know what you mean by switching off now quilting is my relaxation and scrapbook ing has been a good way too having done albums for my 2 sons ,our wedding album (after 40yrs) and an Heirloom Album of both our families. Very cathartic, going through the past.
Keep up the lovely work you are doing.
Pam
valnrob said
01:45 PM Oct 2, 2013
That is beautiful, and such a wonderful idea. Good on you
Cheers
Rip and Rosie said
03:59 PM Oct 2, 2013
With the growing popularity of family history research, there is an increasing demand for heritage scrapbooking, and lots of business opportunities arising.
People are collecting old photos and mementos and are looking for creative ways to store them.
countryroad said
05:00 AM Oct 5, 2013
Jude your Memory Box will be kept for lifetimes, how wonderful to know your work will be treasured.
Robyn
Jaytee said
04:41 PM Oct 14, 2013
Lovely use of folk art. Your work is very good.
Judes and Bazz said
09:59 PM Oct 14, 2013
Thank you Robyn and Jeanne
Judes
-- Edited by Judes and Bazz on Monday 14th of October 2013 10:00:32 PM
I am a relative new comer to the folk art world and currently paint Memory Boxes for the local hospital who give them to the parents that lose their Babies at birth. It is a very rewarding craft for me as I get the pleasure of relaxing with a paint brush and knowing what I do becomes something special for bereaved parents. I go to folk art classes and currently painting a Tui, a native bird of NZ. on a canvas. I have included a piccy of a Memory Box I painted. Would love to see piccys of everyone elses crafts.
Regards Jude
-- Edited by Judes and Bazz on Thursday 26th of September 2013 11:04:37 PM
Hi Jude
That box is beautiful.
I am a retired midwife, and know only too well how these boxes are used, and they are much appreciated by the women and families involved. Keep us the good work!
Hi Kerry,
I use acrylics easier for clean up. I have had a go at oils but find it a much harder medium to work with as a beginner but intend to have a serious go at it in retirement.
What are you busy painting at the moment?
Judes
Thank you Rosie. It is unbelieveable how may of these boxes are needed even in this day and age there are still 1 in 4 losses
and even now so many people find it difficult to acknowledge or talk about. I hope the little I do can make a difference.
Judes
I did my first colour on canvas today. Have done a few in monotones to get the hang of things but went in the deep end today. Used acrylics today. I love oils but find it hard to get them dry traveling in thw rig full time. I had wet paintings all over the place this week so giving the acrylics a go. Might be easier i think even though not my first choice of mediums to use.
The detail in yours is fantastic. I love it. Be a while before i get that good i think.
Ill put mine in a post here and you can tell me what i need to work on, be honest.
I used to do a lot of Folk Art but gave it up when I got too shaky. It was relaxing and I made some lovely things but shaky hands don't work well with painting.
Keep it up as you are very good.
Pam
Thank you Pam that means a lot coming from an experienced folk arter. What a shame you are unable to do it. It has become my way of relaxing...something I dont do well, but with a brush in my hand all else is forgotten what have you replaced painting with? If you have any ideas of where I could go for pictures that are suitable for Memory boxes I would be very grateful.
Take Care
Judes
Hello Freehazzas
Thank you for your kind words, good on you for giving it a go. I saw a programe on TV a while ago teaching you how to paint in oils so I wrote away for an instructional DVD there are several you can choose from and Ken Harris the artist will critique your work. He makes it look ever so easy of course but lots of hints and ideas that you can apply to any meduim. Below is the link to his website. Hoping one day to take our caravan on a trip there and meet him in person.
http://www.kenharrisartschool.com.au/
Check out his website
Cheers Judes
Thank you
Jude's, Google folk art patterns you should be able to print off a few. I gave all my books away but if you go to Vinnies or Salvos you may be able to get some.
I loved folk art and very little escaped being painted. You know the milk cans, trays, clocks, bird houses, even the ceiling fans didn't escape ha ha . I made bird houses and welcome plaques for a little shop on the CEntral Coast, I especially liked doing wild flowers and lace work. Now I quilt and scrapbook. I know what you mean by switching off now quilting is my relaxation and scrapbook ing has been a good way too having done albums for my 2 sons ,our wedding album (after 40yrs) and an Heirloom Album of both our families. Very cathartic, going through the past.
Keep up the lovely work you are doing.
Pam
Cheers
People are collecting old photos and mementos and are looking for creative ways to store them.
Robyn
Thank you Robyn and Jeanne
Judes
-- Edited by Judes and Bazz on Monday 14th of October 2013 10:00:32 PM