Before and After Paintings: Who Doo Complete!

I have been busy putting my "who doo" on these vintage paintings and prints I found on my latest antiquing adventures. Hope you enjoy seeing the before and after!

Before - Ballerina Encore

Who Doo - Ballerina Encore

Before - Hip Kids

Who Doo - Hip Kids

Before - Ladies

Who Doo - Lady Rose

Who Doo - Lady Bird

Before - Peach Roses

Who Doo - Peach Roses

Before - Tall Bouquets

Who Doo - Tall Skull Bouquets

Doo-Nanny Folk Art Show

My first show (not on Dave's coat tails) is coming up March 25-27, 2011- The Doo-Nanny Outsider Folk Art Show in Seale, Alabama. I stumbled upon this show researching different artists who inspire me with their work, philosophy, etc. I was googling Butch Anthony and up came his festival! He started it as a roadside folk art show in 1996. Now it is open to artists of all walks of life. The only requirement is you must make and create whatever you sale. 


I have loved folk art all my life. My mom collected antiques and mammie dolls and little pickinny handmade dolls because they reminded her of her childhood. I loved the creativeness of the handmade dolls and vintage little items she displayed around our house. Dave and I began seriously collecting folk art over 15 years ago and we attend the North Trade Center Folk Festival in Atlanta every year. So this micro festival seems like a good fit for me.


Now, it does have a few considerations...primitive camping at your booth (no electricity) on 80 acres, first-come-first set up space, bring a free carnival game kids can play, port-a-potties, a "hillbilly spa" of outdoor showers and tubs, and a communal kitchen.  But the music, movies, art and artists make it worth it. Plus, it does sound like a lot of fun!


My sister, Julie, has agreed to go with me and Annabelle. Julie is the absolute perfect helper to have.  She never meets a stranger; is game for ANYTHING; can figure anything out; loves to camp, build fire, and construct anything; laughs and has an awesome sense of humor. If she wasn't going, I probably wouldn't be going.  Annabelle is excited for the "Woodstock" atmosphere of hanging out with cool people.


I have been busy, busy, busy completing new work! Here is my before and after photos of my booth sign...

"Before"

"After"

I have completed lots of paintings recently and will post as soon as I get a breather.  Just wanted you to know what's coming up.  Plan a trip down to Seale, AL for the Doo-Nanny. It is only 2.5 hours from Atlanta!

Creepy But Cute Burlesque Hat

I made this creepy, but cute burlesque hat to wear last halloween. Creepy - because the cupid baby doll's eyelids open and close as you move your head around. Cute - because it IS a vintage baby doll with a striking rhinestone enhanced bow. Ok I admit, she's a bit more creepy than cute.

Last fall I saw a cheap version of a burlesque hat made for halloween.  I looked at how it was made and said to myself, "I can make something like that." So I took a picture with my phone, studied the shape, how it was made and went home to look through my stash of goods to see how I could construct a cool hat.


I loved the results!  But now that I did it, I am on to something else...

Vintage Poster Gets Who Doo

A friend of mine Jennifer Belgard of diamond*star*halo asked me to put my who doo on an old vintage poster she has had since she was 17.  It is a very cool print but a little freaky with a big eyed girl sitting on a staircase in space. It has some scratches and the colors have faded some through the years.  Maybe a "Highway to Heaven" theme? Who knows. The poster is big, 36"w x 28"h. Sorry the original photo is so tiny but I forgot to take a beginning photo. I got so excited to get started!


Jennifer gave me free reign and my only question to her was, "Do you like glitter?" And she replied, "Of course! Everything's better with glitter!"  With her blessings, I believe I brought a tired little girl back to life - so to speak...

I added trees with silver dots to the foreground, glitter to the stairs, stars and moon, and added my who doo to the girl.  Thanks Jennifer! I had so much fun painting this and I hope you enjoy your "new" poster!