The kids and I made it through our volunteer event last week - cooking for 45 people! Fortunately we had 2 helpers (including my son) which made a huge difference and kept my stress levels just under the highly dangerous zone! We got rave reviews, and all I can say is I'm glad it's over and I can concentrate on drawing again :)
This weekend I finally got around to drawing out a pattern inspired by what looks like a wood carving (though it looks to perfect to be hand-carved). I've had it pinterest board for a while - the actual pin is a dead link, but you can see the image from my board here - I love it, such beautiful flow from one section to the next - I couldn't get quite that look, maybe with more practice :) I have dubbed the pattern "leaflet".
More poppies! Leaflet pattern on the tube. Love how shading really brings this pattern to life.
The pattern step out: I found it a really forgiving pattern - it didn't matter if my curves lined up exactly at the start, or if some of my s strokes were a bit off (my concentration has a tendancy to wander!) Click the image for larger view.
You can find a video with wavy line variation here
Some easy variations such as a double curved or centre lines, leaving one side pattern free, comma shaped fill. Lots of shading options, also. These are just a couple of ideas.
Contours nicely, too :)
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This weekend I finally got around to drawing out a pattern inspired by what looks like a wood carving (though it looks to perfect to be hand-carved). I've had it pinterest board for a while - the actual pin is a dead link, but you can see the image from my board here - I love it, such beautiful flow from one section to the next - I couldn't get quite that look, maybe with more practice :) I have dubbed the pattern "leaflet".
More poppies! Leaflet pattern on the tube. Love how shading really brings this pattern to life.
The pattern step out: I found it a really forgiving pattern - it didn't matter if my curves lined up exactly at the start, or if some of my s strokes were a bit off (my concentration has a tendancy to wander!) Click the image for larger view.
You can find a video with wavy line variation here
Some easy variations such as a double curved or centre lines, leaving one side pattern free, comma shaped fill. Lots of shading options, also. These are just a couple of ideas.
Contours nicely, too :)
I am a poppy fan too. Your leaf pattern is wonderful. thank you!!!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous,gorgeous,gorgeous, I love this pattern. Can't wait to use it. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful. Thanks for posting the instructions....I can't wait to give it a shot.
ReplyDeleteThis is really great. Isn't interesting how something so simple can result in such an interesting pattern.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely! I love that :)
DeleteWonderful. How do you draw the poppies though?
ReplyDeleteThanks! The poppies I just draw freehand :) I should try and make up a poppy pattern sometime, though, as I love them!
DeleteLove your leftlet design! I'm going to have to try quilting that!
ReplyDeleteThis is gorgeous , thank you for the drawing steps
ReplyDeleteThis is wonderful. I love the variations too. Can't wait to play with it.
ReplyDeleteI do do do like your tangle pattern!! I love to use leaves and flowers so Im sure I will use it soon. AND I just discover you are an Orstilyun!!
ReplyDeleteLOL. Anne, it took me a little while to decipher that one! Gave me a laugh when I figured it out :)
DeleteWhat a lovely pattern, chapeau! for designing it! love 'n greetz, Ellen
ReplyDeleteI want to be an artist like you when I grow up and I'm 59!! LOL You are so talented. I am so glad I STUMBLED ONTO YOUR WEBSITE. I know you said you wanted to get away from the flowers - DON'T!!! They are exquisite.
ReplyDeleteThank you! I think I'll always draw flowers - I can't help myself! It's nice to have a bit of a change every once in a while, though :)
DeleteHelen your drawings are so exquisite! I love looking at your site, gives me such inspiration.
ReplyDeleteLovely pattern! Thanks
ReplyDeleteVery, very nice!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pattern, and your poppies drawing is gorgeous. Thank you so much.
ReplyDeleteI am totally loving the leaflet. Sometimes simple is the best way to go. Thank you for posting.
ReplyDeleteLove it! I can't wait to try it! It is awesome how simple it is but looks like so much more!
ReplyDeletethis is noncriminal, i love it!!
ReplyDeleteYou are very talented, Helen. Such beautiful artwork. It makes me think I could do something almost as beautiful,too. I'll be back another day to soak it all in again.
ReplyDeleteLeaflet is stunning and way too much fun. Thanks for it.
ReplyDeleteI looked up where Yarra Valley is and saw images of wine country. Looks like Eden.
So creative
ReplyDeleteYour generosity is much appreciated. Love this one and Heartstrings!
ReplyDeleteLovely! Thanks so much!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Helen for this beautiful Tangle. Appreciate the trouble you take to put it all out there, for people like me to learn and grow. God bless you. Much love. Kusum
ReplyDeleteThank you so much , Helen, for this wonderful Tangle pattern. Really appreciate your generosity in taking the trouble to put out these patterns for people like me to learn from. Stay blessed.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous tangle!!! Transcends to 3D so beautifully ! 😀👌
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