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A derivative work based on Dale, this piece was produced by using an acrylic medium on a small print to transfer (and reverse) the image to a small wrapped canvas. Digital collage transferred via acrylic to canvas © 2010 Liz Ruest Original 6x6x3/4″: Private collection Prints: See Dale  

Acrylic Transfers

Digital photographs, composition, and manipulation are great fun, but I do miss the hands-on aspect of art. I’m playing with acrylic transfers as a way to combine both worlds. I’ve tried transfers before, as a way to incorporate imagery into collage pieces. But this article posted by Blue Mitchell reminded me that I could use…

Sightline Show

My latest work, now on display at Sightline Institute, on the 5th floor of the lovely Joseph Vance building, 1402 Third Ave, Seattle. Prices range from $100 to $250; sales tax and a 10% donation to Sightline are included.

A Show? A Show!

I have been offered my own show at Sightline Institute, and I’m giddy with excitement! First up: getting my 2010 portfolio into display format, as it exists only as bits on my computer until I print it. See the Art and Sustainability blog for more information about the space. Details to follow, but will probably…

Misted

Layered texture and color applied to a stroll through the Arboretum in Seattle. Digital collage © 2010 Liz Ruest, 18 layers

Regal

A tree in the French countryside, with some added drama. Digital collage © 2010 Liz Ruest, 20 layers

Barrier

Menacing birch trees at Marymoor Park keep us on track. Digital collage © 2010 Liz Ruest, 10 layers

Hedgerow

Trees between us and a field, anywhere in England. Digital collage © 2010 Liz Ruest, 23 layers