I used to grow gourds in my garden. I did it for several years, trying different varieties of gourds. They take up a lot of room. They are a vining plant, much like watermelon and cucumbers.
I quit vegetable gardening some years back and since I had so many dried gourds stored all over the place, I decided I didn't need to grow them either. I live on 10 acres of property so if at some point I decide I want to grow them again, I can create a new gourd garden space...since I've converted the former vegetable garden into a flower garden.
Anyway, I decided to play with a gourd a few days ago and so I started adding some color to it. Then I couldn't help myself and started zentangling all over it too. It's still a work in process...I need to get some fixative spray on it so that I can add some more layers.
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This is lovely and somehow zentangle and a natural object like gourd seem to go together.
Very cool!
That is so cool. I love it.
I love that Terri!
Wow, that is stunning. I think you are onto something!
auntie jude
Wow, Terri! This is a wonderful piece and I love your gourd story!! Keep 'em coming!! Kris
Hi, Terri. What did you use to get those stunning colors?
What a great idea, Terri!
That is hysterical! If it isn't moving you can Zentangle on it. The cats and your husband better keep one eye open when they are sleeping:)
Seriously though-I have seen some beautiful gourd art. Not colored like this but with the graphic designs. I think you got a great combination with both effects:)
Love to see the Zentangling over the colour it just adds SO much dimension!
Gorgeous!
I Zenned my pumpkin at halloween :-)
This is just fabulous!! Organic and graphic at the same time - well done..... ;-)
Love gourds....their shapes are always so whimsical. I have heard of zintangling but now I think I might have to try it on something.
Terri, this is stunning!
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if you aren't already familiar with it.
Your gourd is lovely.
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