All delivered and scattered

      Every year I make my Christmas cards (an birthday cards, etc.) I could not get a good fabric idea in my head. I no longer silk screen. The idea I got in my head from an old Latin Hymn, "Creator of the Stars of Night" inspired an image, but the only way I knew to get it out of my head was to paint it. I knew if I painted it, I would have to paint many for all the cards I give. I tried one year to copy my painting and put it on the card, but the painting's effect did not translate well. So, I painted 100. 
     First, I had to use masking fluid with a brush to save the white paper for the star. Then I painted it, put kosher salt in the sky, let it dry, and rubbed the masking fluid off each card, double stick taped it to the cardstock and glued the hymn on the inside. I was very happy with the card and I have received very positive feedback. I used Arches 90 lb cold press paper and Winsor and Newton watercolors. Vicki posted a photo of the one I sent her on her blog. Thanks!

All spread out when done

Variations in the paintings