Silhouette

I have not started any new pieces in over a year with the exception of this one. Often when I get an idea to do something, it eats at me until I get it done. It's like I get it out of my system. One day while driving home from work at dusk, I was appreciating the silhouette of the trees and foothills against the beautiful lavender sky. The next day I found myself researching various silhouette paintings and drawings online. I found a clip art of a family that closely resembled mine which I made some modifications to and worked it into this piece. I found the result to be very pleasing.

I painted the foreground and background using acrylic on a square canvas. I traced the silhouette onto black acid free paper and cut it out with very sharp small scissors. Then I adhered it to the canvas using Modge Podge. Finally, I sealed it with two coats of the Modge Podge. I considered adding an inspiration quote, but right now I am enjoying it as it is. It is framed and hangs in our foyer, unsigned.