catkerr92
Cat Kerr Mixed Media Artist
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Ode to Oscar. #1 in a series.
"I am a Verb."
30 x 40 canvas.
“If you want to be a grocer, or a general, or a politician, or a judge, you will invariably become it; that is your punishment. If you never know what you want to be, if you live what some might call the dynamic life — but what I will call the artistic life — if each day you are unsure of who you are and what you know you will never become anything, and that is your reward.”
— Oscar Wilde
Year's ago, I read an interview with Stephen Fry and he spoke about Oscar, and this quote, it has always stayed with me.
"Oscar Wilde said that if you know what you want to be, then you inevitably become it. That is your punishment. But if you never know, then you can be anything. There is a truth to that. We are not nouns, we are verbs. I am not a thing — an actor, a writer — I am a person who does things — I write, I act — and I never know what I am going to do next. I think you can be imprisoned if you think of yourself as a noun."
— Stephen Fry
Matte Duralar Film by Grafix
Amsterdam Acrylics Standard Series
Amsterdam Acrylic Inks
Mtn Spraypaint
#odetooscar #oscarwilde #iamaverb #painting #acrylic #acrylicink #matteduralarfilm #handcutstencil #artlife
#learningasigo
#artistsontiktok
"I am a Verb."
30 x 40 canvas.
“If you want to be a grocer, or a general, or a politician, or a judge, you will invariably become it; that is your punishment. If you never know what you want to be, if you live what some might call the dynamic life — but what I will call the artistic life — if each day you are unsure of who you are and what you know you will never become anything, and that is your reward.”
— Oscar Wilde
Year's ago, I read an interview with Stephen Fry and he spoke about Oscar, and this quote, it has always stayed with me.
"Oscar Wilde said that if you know what you want to be, then you inevitably become it. That is your punishment. But if you never know, then you can be anything. There is a truth to that. We are not nouns, we are verbs. I am not a thing — an actor, a writer — I am a person who does things — I write, I act — and I never know what I am going to do next. I think you can be imprisoned if you think of yourself as a noun."
— Stephen Fry
Matte Duralar Film by Grafix
Amsterdam Acrylics Standard Series
Amsterdam Acrylic Inks
Mtn Spraypaint
#odetooscar #oscarwilde #iamaverb #painting #acrylic #acrylicink #matteduralarfilm #handcutstencil #artlife
#learningasigo
#artistsontiktok
When I get a new set of foam stamps first thing I like to do with them is to print them on a stack of old mono prints and then cut them out. I'm left with a pile of elements ready to use in my projects!
My new Artfoamie Foam Stamps can be found in the link in the profile!
Happy creating friends!
#foamstamps #artfoamies #foam #artsupplies #artjournaling #monoprint #monoprinting .
My new Artfoamie Foam Stamps can be found in the link in the profile!
Happy creating friends!
#foamstamps #artfoamies #foam #artsupplies #artjournaling #monoprint #monoprinting .
After adding some of my favorite colors to this canvas I decided to grunge them up a bit by adding a Burnt Umber wash. The final layer includes assorted lines using Amsterdam Acrylic Ink of Titanium White and splatters using Primary Magenta.
Introducing the first in my Undercurrent series... "Beneath the Skin". 1.5 x 40 x 40
#canvas #firstofitskind #acrylic #art #undercurrent #amsterdamacrylicink #artistsoftiktok
Introducing the first in my Undercurrent series... "Beneath the Skin". 1.5 x 40 x 40
#canvas #firstofitskind #acrylic #art #undercurrent #amsterdamacrylicink #artistsoftiktok
Valentine's Day... too early?
Not for me, I have love and gratitude in my brain.
After 33+ years I still learn something new every day from this guy of mine. It's been a tough couple of weeks and he's been there right beside me, ready to catch if need be. I can't express how thankful I am to be on this journey together.
“When it comes to life the critical thing is whether you take things for granted or take them with gratitude.”
– G.K. Chesterton
These simple heart decorations were created by using White Opaque Craft Plastic by @grafixartsplastics. WOCP is a thin plastic sheet and it's perfect for alcohol inks, markers, acrylic paint, and more. Plus it's extremely durable! I chose it for this project because I originally planned on sewing the pieces together with my sewing machine, and I knew this plastic sheet could handle that, however, my sewing machine decided to break down so I created a faux stitch line using a baking tool.
I also used:
Double Tack Dry Adhesive
Acrylic Paint (Amsterdam)
My NEW foam stamp from Joggles.com (link in profile)
Streamers
Wilton decorating tool
Gold Foil sheet
Awl
#hearts #valentiesday
#decor #craftplasticfilm #grafixarts #hanginghearts #love #gratitude #foam #stamp #doubletack
Not for me, I have love and gratitude in my brain.
After 33+ years I still learn something new every day from this guy of mine. It's been a tough couple of weeks and he's been there right beside me, ready to catch if need be. I can't express how thankful I am to be on this journey together.
“When it comes to life the critical thing is whether you take things for granted or take them with gratitude.”
– G.K. Chesterton
These simple heart decorations were created by using White Opaque Craft Plastic by @grafixartsplastics. WOCP is a thin plastic sheet and it's perfect for alcohol inks, markers, acrylic paint, and more. Plus it's extremely durable! I chose it for this project because I originally planned on sewing the pieces together with my sewing machine, and I knew this plastic sheet could handle that, however, my sewing machine decided to break down so I created a faux stitch line using a baking tool.
I also used:
Double Tack Dry Adhesive
Acrylic Paint (Amsterdam)
My NEW foam stamp from Joggles.com (link in profile)
Streamers
Wilton decorating tool
Gold Foil sheet
Awl
#hearts #valentiesday
#decor #craftplasticfilm #grafixarts #hanginghearts #love #gratitude #foam #stamp #doubletack
When you're wrapping gifts and get distracted by the tissue paper...anyone? anyone?
Monoprinting plate with a brayer
Amsterdam Acrylic Lamp Black #702 , Majenta #369
Tissue paper
Copy paper
Happy Holidays friends, see you on the flip side!
#texturelove #holidayseason #holidaycrafts #monoprinting
#holidayart #crackle #amsterdamacrylics #royaltalens
Monoprinting plate with a brayer
Amsterdam Acrylic Lamp Black #702 , Majenta #369
Tissue paper
Copy paper
Happy Holidays friends, see you on the flip side!
#texturelove #holidayseason #holidaycrafts #monoprinting
#holidayart #crackle #amsterdamacrylics #royaltalens
Discovering new color combinations to play with makes me happy!
Today it's all about this gorgeous Indigo color in the Van Gogh Pocket Set!
Also used:
Van Gogh Watercolor paper
Dynasty #8 Faux Squirrel Brush
Rub-Ons
@royaltalens
Happy creating friends!
#colormixing #vangoghwatercolor #royaltalens #dynastybrush #indigo #colorlove
Today it's all about this gorgeous Indigo color in the Van Gogh Pocket Set!
Also used:
Van Gogh Watercolor paper
Dynasty #8 Faux Squirrel Brush
Rub-Ons
@royaltalens
Happy creating friends!
#colormixing #vangoghwatercolor #royaltalens #dynastybrush #indigo #colorlove
I know they're called "Duo" tips, but I think of them more as "Trio" Tips teehee
I have a thing for multifunctional art supplies!! You now have two great tips to work with or you can do what I did...add the color to the surface and then blend it out with water giving you that watercolor effect. Plus, they're easy to travel with! Love that!
Check out the previous reel to see the step by step!!
Happy Creating friends!
@royaltalens
#ecoline #royaltalens #watercolor
#ecolinewatercolor
#ecolinemarkers #ecolineduotip #christmascards
I have a thing for multifunctional art supplies!! You now have two great tips to work with or you can do what I did...add the color to the surface and then blend it out with water giving you that watercolor effect. Plus, they're easy to travel with! Love that!
Check out the previous reel to see the step by step!!
Happy Creating friends!
@royaltalens
#ecoline #royaltalens #watercolor
#ecolinewatercolor
#ecolinemarkers #ecolineduotip #christmascards
I know they're called "Duo" tips, but I think of them more as "Trio" Tips teehee
I have a thing for multifunctional art supplies!! You now have two great tips to work with or you can do what I did...add the color to the surface and then blend it out with water giving you that watercolor effect. Plus, they're easy to travel with! Love that!
Happy Creating friends!
#ecoline #royaltalens #watercolor
#ecolinewatercolor
#ecolinemarkers #ecolineduotip #christmascards
I have a thing for multifunctional art supplies!! You now have two great tips to work with or you can do what I did...add the color to the surface and then blend it out with water giving you that watercolor effect. Plus, they're easy to travel with! Love that!
Happy Creating friends!
#ecoline #royaltalens #watercolor
#ecolinewatercolor
#ecolinemarkers #ecolineduotip #christmascards
Introducing my new line of Foam Stamps in collaboration with Joggles.com!!! Woohoo! I am thrilled with the way that these designs came out and honestly, it's hard to pick a favorite!!!
***Links in profile***
There are so many amazing and easy ways to use foam stamps...you can use them with paint, watercolor, soft pastels, markers, a mono printing plate, on paper, on fabric, on leather, on wood... The list goes on and on!!
Be sure to visit Barb's blog where you can watch her new video explaining simple and fun ways to play with Foam stamps!
https://www.joggles.com/blog/creating-with-cat-kerrs-six-new-foam-stamps/
#foamstamps #collaboration #productcollaboration #jogglesdotcom #mixedmedia
***Links in profile***
There are so many amazing and easy ways to use foam stamps...you can use them with paint, watercolor, soft pastels, markers, a mono printing plate, on paper, on fabric, on leather, on wood... The list goes on and on!!
Be sure to visit Barb's blog where you can watch her new video explaining simple and fun ways to play with Foam stamps!
https://www.joggles.com/blog/creating-with-cat-kerrs-six-new-foam-stamps/
#foamstamps #collaboration #productcollaboration #jogglesdotcom #mixedmedia
Today I'm playing with @grafixartsplastics Matte Duralar Film! I have loved this stuff for year's. It's a semi-translucent plastic film, it's durable and buttery smooth!
For the full video check out the link in the profile!!
Also used:
Zig Zag Hero Arts Bold Stamps
Marabu Alcohol Markers
Happy creating friends!!
#grafixarts #plasticfilm #matteduralar #alcoholmarkers #mountains #video #tutorial #grafixplasticfilms
For the full video check out the link in the profile!!
Also used:
Zig Zag Hero Arts Bold Stamps
Marabu Alcohol Markers
Happy creating friends!!
#grafixarts #plasticfilm #matteduralar #alcoholmarkers #mountains #video #tutorial #grafixplasticfilms
I move from project to project. Completing commitments that have been planned long in advance. Before I clean up my space and gather a new set of supplies...I create for only me.
I take advantage of those "in-between" moments because I get the creative juices flowing without any guidelines or requirements. Sometimes it's 10 minutes, sometimes it's only five, whatever the case may be I fill it with "me" time and I make sure I have some every single day.
"How to find balance when you work as a freelance artist?" This recently came up while talking to other creatives. Most of us have to work and in doing so we compromise our vision for a fee. That doesn't mean that the work we produce is without emotion and/or essence. It simply means it's part of a collaboration.
But as a creative, it's vital to express yourself freely and as an individual, to do the things that bring YOU joy. These three steps help me to find the time I need to create without restraint.
1. Take advantage of the in-between moments.
2. Keep a schedule. I know, it doesn't sound glamorous, but if you want balance, keeping a schedule is a must.
3. Don't say yes to everything. Only take what moves you closer to your ultimate creative goal.
As a working artist, I find this to be such an important practice. Putting YOU first encourages balance, it promotes self-worth and proves how much of a kick-ass artist you are!
"This is who I Am"
Amsterdam Acrylics, Bruynzeel Colored Pencils, Dynasty brushes.
#balance #creativelife #creativejourney #freelance #artist #art #howtofindbalance #mixedmedia #creative #amsterdamacrylics
#bruynzeelcoloredpencils
#dynastybrush
I take advantage of those "in-between" moments because I get the creative juices flowing without any guidelines or requirements. Sometimes it's 10 minutes, sometimes it's only five, whatever the case may be I fill it with "me" time and I make sure I have some every single day.
"How to find balance when you work as a freelance artist?" This recently came up while talking to other creatives. Most of us have to work and in doing so we compromise our vision for a fee. That doesn't mean that the work we produce is without emotion and/or essence. It simply means it's part of a collaboration.
But as a creative, it's vital to express yourself freely and as an individual, to do the things that bring YOU joy. These three steps help me to find the time I need to create without restraint.
1. Take advantage of the in-between moments.
2. Keep a schedule. I know, it doesn't sound glamorous, but if you want balance, keeping a schedule is a must.
3. Don't say yes to everything. Only take what moves you closer to your ultimate creative goal.
As a working artist, I find this to be such an important practice. Putting YOU first encourages balance, it promotes self-worth and proves how much of a kick-ass artist you are!
"This is who I Am"
Amsterdam Acrylics, Bruynzeel Colored Pencils, Dynasty brushes.
#balance #creativelife #creativejourney #freelance #artist #art #howtofindbalance #mixedmedia #creative #amsterdamacrylics
#bruynzeelcoloredpencils
#dynastybrush
I can't pinpoint it but there is something magical about peeling back frisket film! It's like opening up a present!
In today's journal page I'm using Frisket Film AND Incredible White Mask liquid frisket both by @grafixartsplastics
I also use my new stencil from @stencilgirl_products (link in profile), Amsterdam Acrylics, and my Gel Press plate!
Happy creating friends!
#grafixarts #frisket #frisketfilm #journaling #artjournaling #layers #art #mixedmedia #mixedmediaart
In today's journal page I'm using Frisket Film AND Incredible White Mask liquid frisket both by @grafixartsplastics
I also use my new stencil from @stencilgirl_products (link in profile), Amsterdam Acrylics, and my Gel Press plate!
Happy creating friends!
#grafixarts #frisket #frisketfilm #journaling #artjournaling #layers #art #mixedmedia #mixedmediaart