Thursday, May 24, 2012

Painting my way through the Alphabet!

I used to paint.

A lot.

And then I got away from it for various reasons.

About a year ago I dug out my old paints and have been dabbling.  I find I am unable to paint the way I used to (and the way I often want to) due to shaky hands, but I found this alternate way of making signs by lettering and layering paints that I'm quite pleased with.

I'm going to commit (quite publicly...ACCCCCKKK!) to painting 26 signs for the Alphabet. 

Wish me luck.

I'm starting at the very beginning...

...which in this case in the letter

A

A is for "All you need is Love"


No stencils.   No stickers.  Handpainted with my own layout.

I love it!

This is going to be a fun round of the Alphabet!   Thanks for stopping by.   To visit other A links, just click here. 

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46 comments:

  1. VikiMay 24, 2012 at 10:03 AM

    Very cool. You should open a shop on Etsy, ha.

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  2. My name is RietMay 24, 2012 at 10:13 AM

    And I love it too. Wish I could paint. Have a happy week.

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  3. Maureen WyattMay 24, 2012 at 10:21 AM

    I love it, too! ~ Maureen

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  4. JimMay 24, 2012 at 10:29 AM

    Jenny, I love the Beatles, still! And I have always liked that song!
    Will you be doing all song titles for this letter go-around?

    The Beatles - All You Need Is Love Lyrics: (www.lyrics007.com)

    There's nothing you can do that can't be done.
    Nothing you can sing that can't be sung.
    Nothing you can say, but you can learn
    How to play the game
    It's easy.
    Nothing you can make that can't be made.
    No one you can save that can't be saved.
    Nothing you can do, but you can learn
    How to be you in time
    It's easy.

    All you need is love, all you need is love,
    All you need is love, love. Love is all you need.
    Love, love, love, love, love, love, love, love, love.
    All you need is love, all you need is love,
    All you need is love, love. Love is all you need
    ..

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  5. Susan AndersonMay 24, 2012 at 10:49 AM

    Whoa! That is impressive.

    And so much cuter and more desirable than the cookie-cutter style signs you can buy.

    =)

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  6. JoMay 24, 2012 at 11:16 AM

    I "love" it!!! and this is my fave of all time quote ... beautiful work Jenny! I am so glad we are getting to see your painting!

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  7. CarolMay 24, 2012 at 11:47 AM

    LOVE IT!

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  8. AnonymousMay 24, 2012 at 12:36 PM

    This is such a crafty creative idea! I'm amazed at the energy and time it will take you to create these beautiful signs.

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  9. Linda @ A La CarteMay 24, 2012 at 1:24 PM

    I can't wait to see each sign as we go through the alphabet! hugs, Linda

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  10. JudieMay 24, 2012 at 1:25 PM

    Vicki is right, Jenny. You really should sell your work on Etsy.

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  11. jennMay 24, 2012 at 1:27 PM

    that's cute, jenny. i like this idea of yours.

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  12. mubMay 24, 2012 at 2:05 PM

    I love these! I'm so impressed you can freehand stuff like this. When I try to freehand things it usually doesn't end well.

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  13. anitamombanitaMay 24, 2012 at 2:07 PM

    And I love it too!! Can't wait to see the other 25! :)

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  14. Esther JoyMay 24, 2012 at 2:17 PM

    You have a beautiful script! I look forward to seeing your alphabet signs!

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  15. LolaMay 24, 2012 at 2:40 PM

    Love it too!

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  16. AmyMay 24, 2012 at 2:44 PM

    Love it! You've got talent lady!MUAH!

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  17. Sue McPeakMay 24, 2012 at 2:56 PM

    My goodness but you are one talented lady...write, paint, blog...you go girl.

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  18. SueMay 24, 2012 at 3:01 PM

    Oh wow! I love the sign and I love the concept of doing one per letter. I can't believe you did that without stencils...I love it!

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  19. 21 WitsMay 24, 2012 at 3:40 PM

    Oh I do like this...my thought was on the line of art or artist as well...but time is too short....for this week's lesson for me.... :)

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  20. NadeenMay 24, 2012 at 4:16 PM

    I've personally seen your free hand drawing. You go girl. Let that art work ooze!

    Remember, C is for Chicks.

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  21. NadeenMay 24, 2012 at 4:17 PM

    I've personally seen your free hand drawing. You go girl. Let that art work ooze!

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  22. NadeenMay 24, 2012 at 4:18 PM

    Remember C is for Chicks.

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  23. Heather{Our Life In a Click}May 24, 2012 at 4:29 PM

    Wow! This is going to be quite a project but I'm sure it will be worth it. Very nice Jenny!

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  24. Ms. AMay 24, 2012 at 4:40 PM

    You must not be nearly as shaky as I am... that's really straight and smooth! Love it!

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  25. MelindaMay 24, 2012 at 4:48 PM

    Ooooo, I love it.
    I need one. You are very talented.

    Melinda

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  26. fuzziekitMay 24, 2012 at 5:17 PM

    I love it. That is such a creative idea... I might have to 'steal' it or something similar for my blog next round (if of course this continues). I can't wait to see what the next one will be.
    Great work by the way.
    Denise.

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  27. Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)May 24, 2012 at 5:46 PM

    Your talents are absolutely endless my friend!!!

    A wonderfully creative sign...this is gonna be a fun alphabet!!!

    Have a beautiful evenin' sweetie.

    God bless ya! :o)

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  28. StefMay 24, 2012 at 5:56 PM

    What, did you get all the talents when they were handing them out in Heaven? I would totally buy that from you!

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  29. CatherineMay 24, 2012 at 9:59 PM

    What a great idea! Quite awesome, actually. :)
    I'll look forward to your posts. Thanks for the link up
    -Catherine.

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  30. AnonymousMay 24, 2012 at 10:00 PM

    Lovely

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  31. HMay 24, 2012 at 10:27 PM

    Great theme. My mum was quite an artist, but I can't paint for toffee! I am looking forward to seeing your signs.

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  32. Cheryl D.May 24, 2012 at 10:42 PM

    That's so beautiful! I can't believe you can letter that beautifully with shaky hands!

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  33. GattinaMay 25, 2012 at 2:50 AM

    I painted a bit before my son was born, then I had no time anymore. I started again in 1990 from the very beginning was at art school and painting lessons (still do) but since I have discovered photography, all my creativity goes into the photos and I find my paintings a boring now. Always cats anyway, lol !
    Yes I agree, all we need is love !

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  34. EG CameraGirlMay 25, 2012 at 5:25 AM

    Nicely done and I love your presentation.

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  35. CarrieMay 25, 2012 at 6:29 AM

    Very nice. I couldn't have done such a neat job without a stencil. When this is done you can sell your alphabet work on Etsy :)

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  36. Busy Bee SuzMay 25, 2012 at 6:58 AM

    This is lovely Jenny. YOU are so talented...can't wait to see what comes next. :)

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  37. Splendid Little StarsMay 25, 2012 at 7:46 AM

    an auspicious beginning, Jenny!!
    This sign is lovely! I look forward to every new letter!

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  38. lissaMay 25, 2012 at 6:45 PM

    looking good!

    hope you have a great day.

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  39. Bargain Decorating with LaurieMay 26, 2012 at 8:03 AM

    Love it! laurie

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  40. storybeaderMay 27, 2012 at 8:22 AM

    That's a fabulous way to start out! Can't wait to see them all!

    Sorry I haven't been around. I'm in Italy- or do you know already? I'll be back for C, but I'm in Bolzano today! Did post today from my Smartphone. .. Miss you! {:-Deb

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  41. KDLMay 28, 2012 at 5:04 PM

    Amazing sign, Jenny. You are so creative on so many levels. Thanks for sharing with us, and thanks for hosting us again.

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  42. The PoetMay 29, 2012 at 12:25 PM

    My sweet Jenny,
    I'm afraid I am seriously challenged in the creativity department. My strength lies in expressing the beauty of love (smile). Your hands are truly blessed, as is your heart. I love this. Looking forward to the next 25. Thanks for sharing.

    Answering The Call Of Love

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  43. ~✽Mumsy✽~May 30, 2012 at 7:15 AM

    This is fantastic Jenny! Your painting looks wonderful..

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  44. Julie Kwiatkowski SchulerMay 31, 2012 at 10:25 AM

    I see what you mean. This one's a keeper.

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  45. BrendaMay 31, 2012 at 2:15 PM

    Love this one! Maybe a new business in the making?

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  46. Personalized Sketches and SentimentsJune 8, 2012 at 4:41 AM

    A.maz.ing! Love this one too!
    (I went back to this from the letter "C"...)

    I agree with Viki, you should have an etsy shop.

    Blessings & Aloha!
    I really have to get to work now!

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