When I started out 9 years ago, I struggled to learn fabric portraits
My problems were identifying values, choosing fabrics and the thought of doing the stitching terrified me! My first portrait stayed in a drawer for a year before I decided I would risk stitching on it.
I wished that there was someone out there who would give me support and help me with a step by step approach.
I did finally do the stitching on the portrait and was pleased with the result. My husband who was my guinea pig for this venture loved it and has it hanging in his office.
I look at that portrait now and can see what I would do differently.
This is where the experience of trying new things gets you; whether it be meeting new people or trying a new technique. To a point where you can see what you would do differently and you do it to get better each time.
It is the ability to say to yourself “OK, I am going to try this…..” and then to allow yourself to take the risk that the first time may not be perfect.
Perfection is over-rated! I have been a perfectionist most of my life. It sucks! Only in the past few years have I developed an ability to look forward to challenges and trying new things.
This change has transformed my life! I now seek out new opportunities.but also, look for mentors that can help me with any struggles that I may have
Now I have sold my work, done commissions and shown my work in numerous shows.
Artist Valerie Wilson and her art quilt – French Wonder.
Are you willing to try something new?
Take the leap! Give your self permission to try creating your first portrait.
The Facial Expressions workshop offers an in-depth look at fabric portraits and walks you through the steps one at a time with lots of feedback for whatever step you are on.
You can access the workshop on your own schedule and receive feedback and support through the private Facebook group where I am active on a daily basis.
The Live question and answer sessions will be scheduled on feedback from the students as to what times/days work best for them.
These Live sessions will be recorded and posted in the group so you can see them later if you have to miss one.
And just in case you are wondering, you don’t need to know how to draw to take this workshop!
If you have wanted to try creating a fabric portrait there is not a better time than now!
Join us in the Facial Expressions workshop now!
If you haven’t already, join us in the Fabric Faces Facebook group where we have resources for and discuss all things relating to fabric portraits.
I hope to see you there!
Val