Birdsong II - the beginning!

Being a texture fanatic, playing with modeling paste is pure joy. Once the base is laid & dried, the color can seep and rest in the crevices.

Oh, and about "whirlwind" (below)... I've added a bit more of a color glaze, and I think it may be complete.

"whirlwind" complete?

Now it has a faux encaustic layer... although it looks very muted in the photo, I feel this is the element it needed to unify the piece. Now I'll have to decide if it's complete, or if it will get another layer of faux encaustic...

I have another piece started- usually have a few at a time due to the many layers and drying time between each. I'll post those pics soon!

"Whirlwind" Progresses...

I've added the iron oxide, followed by some copper-enhanced gel. Can you see the difference? It's getting there, more depth, more color...