Citra Solv Tapestry Collage
I just finished this collage using paper textures I created with Citra Solv. I started with transferring a photocopy of leaves using Citra Solv as the transfer medium. I wanted the images on rice paper, but it did not work. I decided to scan the copy of the leaf that transferred well on plain paper, duplicate the leaf in Photoshop and then print them on the rice paper. Walla, it worked! Next, I printed the tree trunks on Mulberry tissue. I collaged the treetops with the textured papers I made using Citra Solv dissolved National Geographic images. Then I added the same papers for the bottom band. I was surprised how long it took me plus the frustration I encountered just to create a simple collage. However, it was fun and I am working on another one. This one was originally 12” x 12” as I planned to mount it on canvas, but there were too many tree trunks to suit me. I cropped it to 11” x 11” and will mat it for framing.
Nice composition Eva! I like the 11"x11" size. It adds even more interest to the work.
ReplyDeleteBeutiful, Eva.
ReplyDeleteThank you. Carole and Hallie. Your support helps keep the creative spirit alive.
ReplyDeleteInteresting combination of papers. I tried printing on mulberry paper and my printer can't handle it. Rice paper only runs through my printer if it's taped to another piece of regular paper. Absolutely love the colors top and bottom. Your collages inspire me, I am getting ready to try some new stuff.
ReplyDeleteHow awesome to create something all in one day.
ReplyDeleteThanks Robin. I used a stencil spray to attach the mulberry paper to a carrier sheet, then I crossed my fingers, closed my eyes and prayed it would go through the printer. I was very surprised that it did.
ReplyDeleteMonica, I did a few preliminary sketches and also played with the collaged tree tops before I started putting it all together so I did work on it a little longer than one session.
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