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This is where the concept meets design. I either create a depiction of what you have custom ordered, or take the liberty to design as I please. I draw a sketch with pencil and paper which later serves as a stencil.

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Tracing over the sketch allows for visibility when transferring to the canvas. This is the most nerve-wrecking part of the process as it seems so permanent! In reality, I can still make edits, LOL.

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Securing the template to the back of canvas helps me see its placement in relation to white space. This is a precision advantage I would not have if I sketched directly on the canvas. 

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Using a light source, I transfer the template to the canvas using a pencil. I am still able to make small, last minute edits if necessary.

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Once the template has been transferred to the canvas, this is the last opportunity for edits before I begin painting. The lines are not as precise here as in the initial sketch, but it is fairly simple to create straight lines with a paintbrush.

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The most rewarding yet longest step is the painting because most colors require two, sometimes three coats of paint. I also blend most of the colors used to create different shades and hues. However, It is so satisfying to paint the last stroke!

From Paper to Canvas

From the initial sketch to the final piece, I take every step with great precision as each one is critical to the overall look. An 11x14 canvas takes 6-8 hours to complete. Hover over each image to go through the process of creating a DfccDesign Piece. 

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