Layer paint

Artist Michael Frank Peterson hand paints landscapes, figures or animals onto multiple layers of glass to create a three-dimensional scene.

I was feeling adventurous and tried a new layering technique that involves painting various Annie Sloan Chalk Paint colors using a brush, a spray water bottle, and some black wax. I should warn you, it gets a whole lot ugly before it starts looking good...

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Joshua Miels

I’ve used washes to create depth, but this was my first attempt at using layers. I’ve had this chest for a long time. It was spray painted in white in the early 90s. I loved the shabby /cottage look, even back then! Ha! However, it has been stored in our attic for many years. After seeing so many lovely pieces painted with multiple layers, I thought this piece made a good candidate for trying that technique. The original coat was white and in good condition (sorry no before pictures). I…

'Van Gogh's Vista' is an original oil painting on gallery wrap stretched canvas by Lisa Elley. With the help of Lisa's palette knives, the California coastline comes to life with an expressive touch and a Van Gogh inspired vibe. The palette knife layers thick strokes that accentuate the rugged waves, invoking a sense of movement and energy. The colorful cliffs and glowing energy of the sunset sky also comes alive, finished with Lisa's signature lush and thickly textured flowers in the…

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