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Telamadera Plaque on Collaged Background

A central elliptical wood plaque (look closely) was created a number of years ago.  A Telamadera technique was used on it (acrylic paint base painted over the wood with fused fabric added and then embellished with decorative elements) with a few coats of varnish -- though still needing more. So, I took it the center piece out of the garage where it had been stored up until the time I finally decided to complete it.  The next steps included adding many more layers of varnish.  Then, I created a collaged paper background to mimic the central design--but in 2D--to create a mandala like effect. I'm very happy with the paper colors.  They work perfectly and complement the Telamadera piece very nicely. A shout out and thank you goes to Alma de la Melena Cox who developed the Telemadera technique and does some very neat work of her own!

Telamadera Fusion - Mandala Plaque

Finishing the varnishing of this piece which includes foiling and special glitter glue.

Work from Telamadera Collage Fusion Workshop

I went to a workshop yesterday in which Alma de la Melena Cox led a group of students through her Telamadera collage-making process. It starts with a piece of wood and a design. After transferring a design, the wood can be scored with a wood-burning tool if the artist wants to do so. Next is painting the wood and then adding fabric over the painted surface. The next step is to varnish one layer. After this, puff or other 3D paints can be added. To finish the piece a minimum of 6 more coats of varnish needs to be applied for a smooth, glossy finish. The above is almost finished. It has two coats of varnish and needs five more. Overall, it is intended to be a color/depth study. How does it work from your perspective?