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Early Spring - Daffodil Series - Mixed Media Collage & Acrylic on Canvas
These elegant daffodils were created by Metro Detroit fine artist Shadia. She began with a background surface in shimmering metallic hues of deep magenta and vibrant green. Using acrylic, colorsafe spray paints, she added texture and pattern. Next, the artist created a delicate underpainting of each daffodil. Using a selection of hand painted found collage papers, tissues, discarded sewing patterns and scrapbook papers, Shadia painstakingly collaged each blossom as well as a portion of the background. The result is a simple composed yet dynamic painting in complementary hues of reddish-purples and and yellow, with subtle texture and pattern, and a glimmering surface of metallic paints.

Each daffodil measures 9"x9" and is painted on luxuriously deep 2.25" museum canvas. The surface is coated with a gloss UV top coat to preserve the colors and protect against fading. The edges of this panel are paint...

My most recent work draws more inspiration from color and texture than distinct subject matters, and my objective remains to imbue my canvasses with a sense of emotion. Through the intricate texture and vibrant color in my pieces, I aim to create a visceral response in the viewer; my hope is that the viewer may connect with them emotionally rather than through conscious, deliberate effort. In this way, viewers create their own interpretations through this initial connection, and the narrative of the piece becomes secondary. I was born and raised in Southeastern Michigan. A few years after earning my BFA with Honors from Eastern Michigan University, I began a mural and decorative painting company which allows me to create beautiful...