This is a great tip from Valley interior designer
Kay Rogers for using leftover wall paint to make your own art.
Define the area where you would like to hang your painting, either vertical or horizontal and a size that is large enough to fill the space.
Start with a wrapped canvas; this enables you to hang your art without the framing cost because the canvas is wrapped around the edge without staples.
Wrapped canvas comes in different thicknesses so choose the size that is right for your project.
In the demonstration Kay used two pieces of canvas and painted them as one continuous piece of art and will separate by two or three inches when hung.
Any paint can be used, but she says she personally stays away from oil base only because of the clean up.
So not to appear solid, you can water down the paint being used; a small paper or plastic cup with a small amount of paint works great.
Start with a damp brush and add water to the painting and adjust to acquire a watered-down effect.
Apply your main color to more than half of the canvas using one-directional brushstrokes, making sure to brush around the edges.
Using your second color, not watered down as much as the first, paint on a more solid surface.
Let the paint dry for a few hours and then you can apply the overlay to the painting.
Overlay a complementary color from a freehand design or stencil to the secondary or smaller area of the painting.
If you're using more than one canvas, make a continuous design or carry the overlaid design onto both canvases.
For more of Kay's tips, search Kay’s name on this site, email
krogersdesign@q.com or call 480-707-7726.
