I think I have an ACEO Fairy Series in the makings! Just finished two more of the Monarch Fairy ACEOs ....
Each of these detailed ACEOs can take from 8 to 10 hours to complete. Each one begins with a blank piece of Stonehenge paper upon which I create the subject using an erasable terra cotta pencil. I then use a technical art pen and provide an ink outline to the elements in the piece. After which all of the pencil lines are erased to reveal a black & white coloring page type of image.
The fun then begins by applying layers and layers of colored pencil and subtly blending those applications of color together. The is a very time consuming process but well worth the effort. Once this stage is completed I begin the slow but steady work of re-inking all the initial lines and adding fine detail designs to the image.
When I am finally satisfied with the results, the newly created piece is then sealed with a spray finishing laminate to preserve the colors and prevent damage.
"Blue Monarch Fairy and Butterfly"
and
"Pink Monarch Fairy and Butterfly"
I am enjoying these little ladies ... think I'll go make some more!
