Feeding on Flowers
This is a gray marble tile, approximately 6″ x 6″. I engraved the hummingbird and flowers then colored them with acrylic paint. Once that painting is done I paint the engraving with a black lacquer. It’s a unique look and one I want to explore and master.
Painting with acrylic on stone is quite a different experience than applying it to paper or canvas. Since the stone is not absorbent, a first layer of paint can be wiped away by a second layer if applied too quickly. On the other hand, since the paint dries so fast, blending is often a challenge. I enjoy making these small paintings. More to come.