Wednesday, October 14, 2020

Fisherman's Dream


 Hi everyone. Today I have a short post with another page for Chris' Hold the Line Challenge at Art Journal Journey
And today my LINE is  a fishing line.
Today's page is a slightly mixed media painting by me. I started by spraying the background with dark blue ink. Then on a separate sheet of paper, I create the boat and fussy cut it out.  I painted the water with a couple of shades of blue acrylic paint as well as a blue Stabilo pencil. The 3 fish in the water are gold paper fish, but those jumping out are ones I painted and drew in details.  I also drew, painted and put in  the details on the man, as well as his fishing pole.  I wish he didn't look quite as stiff or folk-art like, but I don't dislike him. 
Finally after painting in the clouds, I stamped and added the little quote.
I call this Fisherman's Dream because those fish jumping out of the water look like want to jump right right into his boat. They might be little fish compared to the ones in the water though, and I know he wants to catch a BIG fish!

That's all for me today.  Thanks for visiting.




15 comments:

Valerie-Jael said...

Fun page, that seems to be memories from fishing from your boat in the summer! Have a lovely day, hugs, Valerie

Cath Wilson said...

Your sea is wonderful. Well done, you! I love the whole page, but love your painted fish and man...he looks great. I'm impressed with your taking risks and painting your own characters. Brilliant. Cath x

Jeanie said...

That IS a fisherman's dream. And a mighty cute one! Reminds me of all the fishermen outside the cottage. It's perfect for the line challenge!

CJ Kennedy said...

Fun page. I like the fish teasing him. At least he'll have a nice day on the water even if he doesn't catch anything. Have a great day!

Bleubeard and Elizabeth said...

How clever, Erika. What a great way to interpret Chris's theme at Art Journal Journey. Love your drawing of the man in the boat and the fish, too. So clever and well done, dear.

R's Rue said...

Clever.

kathyinozarks said...

Good morning, I love your page and I had thought of that for the theme too-something with fishing line-I am still working on quilts-will be through November I am thinking enjoy your day hugs Kathy

Birgit said...

I love this because it does look like folk art. He is quite happy with the gold fish. You made a nice whimsical scene.

craftytrog said...

A fabulous page Erika, great textures in the sea and sky. Xx

Meggymay said...

A great take on the AJJ theme Erika, he does look like he is concentrating on landing a catch. I love this journal page.
Stay safe.
Yvonne xx

Neet said...

This made me smile as I thought of you and hubby going fishing in your boat. I love that he is Folksy.
What a good idea for "hold the line" - probably the best way to illustrate the challenge title if you think about it - fishermen certainly need to hold the line if they are to reel in their catch. I do like the way you have coloured your water and I think I need a blue Stabilo pencil. The gold fish are lovely whether paper ones or ones you painted jumping out.
Lovely work Erika!
Hugs, Neet xx

Elkes Lebensglück said...

the page is very nice and fun. I love your fantasy!
Hug, elke

sirkkis said...

I love this creative page Erika. All your drawings and details are nicely done.
A fabulous art journal page 👍😊

pearshapedcrafting said...

I love this guy! I hope he catches his big fish one day! Thanks for linking this fabulous page to my theme at AJJ! Hugs, Chrisx

Divers and Sundry said...

I like him! I think he looks quite pleased with his life in this moment :)