So, this is the first of my experimental posts - remember when we talked about ways to make me less bored as blogger? Some folks requested a look into the process before I ever pick up a piece of fabric.

So, I'll be talking to myself (and you) about the design process.  Here goes!

1. this piece is going to need to be big - 90 inches across maybe - 60 or so long - since the shirt is a real shirt.

2. Background quilting - good for the most part - I like the mix of her thoughts (as represented by the flower quilting, waves and pebble quilting) mixed with his more angular and confused thinking

3. the writing is a good affect but maybe on top of the painting? There's a lack of clarity there that is problematic - the writing is where the power is in the piece

4.  Not sure about the placement of the doll and shirt. Maybe they need to be switched?

5. I like the colour palette but needs to be less demarcated - also teal needs to be more teal - all the colours need to be slightly more intense, actually.

Feel free to throw your hat in the ring - with questions and comments.  This isn't going to be a collaborative effort, but I'm working on this piece real time so your thoughts are welcome. :)


Linking up with WIP Wednesday at The Needle and Thread Network.