Texture: Mixed Media Paintings
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On the island of Oahu, Hawaii, I create a continuous series
of paintings that are colorful, subtle and
pleasant. Some of the materials I use are
- banana tree, sugarcane and coconut husk
fibers. Also included, beach sand, wood, paper
and other natural elements indigenous to our
Island. I use brushes and durable paint to
achieve the many layers of color. Each work
is unique. I trust you will enjoy my textured
paintings made in beautiful Hawaii.
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Hawaii:
Ocean, Mountain and Sky |
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Mixed Medium: Beach sand, banana leaf fibers, dried
pine needles, rubber, wood fibers, acrylic paint and
latex enamel on cotton canvas. |
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Height 33" x Width 43" Depth 1.25" |
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Textured, satin-low gloss. |
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The canvas is gallery stretched (sides are staple-free).
Painting continues around the edges. No frame required. |
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Location: |
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Malley Collection, Honolulu, Hawaii |
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My
first textured painting was created in New Jersey. |
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southern New Jersey, especially in the Pine Barrens,
the ground is composed
of sand and covered with pine needles. After a walk
I decided to create a painting with objects from the
area. I applied sand, pine needles and paint to a
canvas. Once a layer was dry, I painted a different
color over it. Due to the textures, traces of the
previous color remained and after numerous layers
of paint, the color's became many. The surface of
the painting became visually exciting and the natural
materials offered themselves as piece's of the local
landscape. |
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Morning
Mist |
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Medium:
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Mixed Medium: Beach sand banana leaf fibers, dried Pine
needles, lino rubber, wood fibers, acrylic paint and
latex enamel on canvas. |
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Size: |
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Height 31"x Width 50" Depth 1.25" |
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Textured, matte finish. |
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Frame: |
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The canvas is gallery stretched (sides are staple-free).
Painting continues around the edges. No frame required. |
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The
Process of Creating the Mixed Medium Works on Canvas.
A
work of art with pieces of the environment is very special.
In the past I created handmade paper designs that consisted
of coconut husk, banana stems{leaf} and sugar cane grass.
Now, I apply the materials directly to the canvas. I
often use sand and paper which are good materials to
paint on. I enjoy making textured paintings. My inspiration
is purely to pleasure the observer's with color and
texture. When I begin painting, I prefer not to know
what the final result will be. Creating the picture
is more adventurous this way. Often the unpredicted
result is amazing.
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Comfort |
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Medium:
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Mixed Medium: Cotton canvas threads,banana leaf fibers,
dried Pine needles, lino rubber, wood fibers, acrylic
paint and latex enamel on canvas. |
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Size: |
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Height 30" x Width 48" Depth 1.25" |
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Surface: |
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Textured, matte finish. |
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Frame: |
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The canvas is gallery stretched (sides are staple-free).
Painting continues around the edges. No frame required. |
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My
unique mixed medium paintings are perfect for offices and
homes. Their subtle colors and dimensional surfaces enhance
interior spaces. Many of the textured paintings have been
beautifully displayed in restaurants and businesses on the
island of Oahu. Collector's as far away as New Jersey, Kentucky
and Florida cherish these paintings from, and of, Hawaii. |
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Light
- Sprinkle |
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Medium:
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Beach sand, banana leaf fibers, dried Pine needles,
lino rubber, wood fibers, acrylic paint and latex enamel
on cotton canvas. |
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Height 42.5" x Width 31.5 "x Depth 1.25" |
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Textured, satin-semi gloss finish. |
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Frame: |
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The canvas is gallery wrapped (sides are staple-free).
Painting continues around the edges. No frame required. |
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Copyright (c) 1999-2008 Dennis McGeary
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