Stampendous “Feeling Distressed?”

When Stampendous asked me to do a project to fit their “Feeling Distressed?” theme it was good timing. Ok, feeling a bit of creative distress and lack of mojo and it was time to dig deep into my “dark side”. I seem to be doing that a lot lately. So I grabbed my DecoArt Media and Stampendous Andy Skinner Stamps and broke those babies in (don’t you dare tell him I used them!)! I also made his famous “dirty wash” which he features HERE. My next project is I going to feature my own “happy bright wash” I may need it after this piece LOL. Here is my 8 X 10 Canvas Panel project:

MATERIALS LIST:

DecoArt Media Gesso (White)
DecoArt Media Ultra Matte Varnish
DecoArt Media Matte Medium
DecoArt Media Fluid Acrylics (Paynes Grey, Prussian Blue Hue, Cobalt Teal Hue, Quinacridone Gold and Carbon Black)
Stampendous Stamps (Andy Skinner Industrial Set, Nature Set, and Steampunk Set)
8 X 10 Canvas Panel
Deli Paper
Ink: Memento (Tuxedo Black and Cocoa)

I did a fun time lapse of my creative process HERE……..

Thanks Stampendous for asking me to be part of this fun! I can feel the flowers just beaming to come out!

The secret of everyday happiness is not in always doing what one likes, but in mindfully liking what one does. Be present with each step, do your very best, and let go of the rest. There is always, always, always some reason to be grateful and something interesting to learn along the way.”

43 Comments

mjmarmo on September 21, 2015 at 6:32 am

Very cool!
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- Tracy Weinzapfel on September 21, 2015 at 7:35 am
  
  Thanks Jean!
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joiatrr on September 21, 2015 at 7:49 am

Oh yes – such a great idea – make us instructions for a happy bright wash – ehehhe!!! LOVE it! DO it!

This was so different for you but it is really wonderful. You can just do anything you set your mind to do Tracy and that’s what I love about you. It has done my heart good to watch you step forward time and time again – out of your comfort zone – to “fly” further. Sooooooooooooo proud of you. And this was another SUPER FINE example of your abilities.

Thanks bunches for the really great video tutorial too. Stampendous should be really thrilled with all you have done – for sure! j.
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- Tracy Weinzapfel on September 21, 2015 at 8:52 am
  
  I try to keep it real and boy art is a struggle sometimes! (as is life) Wait until you see the Halloween project I post later this week as I don’t do Halloween LOL ♥ More videos to come too!
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Andy Skinner on September 21, 2015 at 7:58 am

Check you out Grunge Master!! 😉
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- Tracy Weinzapfel on September 21, 2015 at 8:50 am
  
  I am feeling a little dirty today…. 🙂
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Kathy Gledsdale on September 21, 2015 at 8:44 am

Awesome Tracy.
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- Tracy Weinzapfel on September 21, 2015 at 8:50 am
  
  Thanks Kathy!
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Karen Petitt on September 21, 2015 at 10:11 am

Blooming gorgeous! And great to see you are pushing your boundaries and making fine art too Karen x
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- Tracy Weinzapfel on September 21, 2015 at 11:16 am
  
  Thanks Karen!!! Always a student 🙂
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Irene Walker on September 21, 2015 at 11:59 am

Gorgeous and loved the music too 🙂
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- Tracy Weinzapfel on September 21, 2015 at 12:14 pm
  
  Awesome Irene! Thanks
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Denise Spillane on September 21, 2015 at 3:31 pm

Tracy, this is wonderful. You are a pro! Love it. See you on MMM
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- Tracy Weinzapfel on September 21, 2015 at 4:32 pm
  
  Thanks so much!!
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Laine M on September 21, 2015 at 6:55 pm

I adore this and thanks for the link (from YouTube) on where to get the list of products. I’ve already ordered Andy’s stamps from Amazon, but having a bit of trouble finding all the DecoArt media line – but I will. I love a challenge. 🙂
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- Tracy Weinzapfel on September 21, 2015 at 7:34 pm
  
  you are so welcome Laine. More to come and soon! Glad you are enjoying!
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Shari Arbogast on September 22, 2015 at 3:50 am

wow.. this is gorgeous.
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- Tracy Weinzapfel on September 22, 2015 at 8:04 am
  
  thanks!
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TracyM #6773 on September 22, 2015 at 4:43 am

DELIGHTFULLY distressed piece Tracy – LOVE IT ALL!!!
THANK YOU for sharing your video – it was a PLEASURE to watch you in action!!!
I was wondering, how long did it “really” take to create it? I struggle with distressing and think maybe I am too heavy handed, trying to do too much, too fast and need to be more patient?
Tracy from Victoria, Australia
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- Tracy Weinzapfel on September 22, 2015 at 8:01 am
  
  Hi Tracy, that probably took a minimum of 2 hours total (not including drying time). The crackle layer needs more time to dry. I am so glad you enjoyed seeing the creative process. I sped up the time lapse video 8 times and removed the extra dry time stuff. Patience is not my virtue and yous should see me with a heat gun lol!
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  - Tracy Moloney on September 24, 2015 at 2:00 am
    
    Thank You Tracy 🙂
    … I’m not very patient either!
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Laurinda on September 22, 2015 at 6:19 am

Simply beautiful! And a wonderful video too!
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- Tracy Weinzapfel on September 22, 2015 at 8:06 am
  
  thanks!
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barb macaskill on September 22, 2015 at 6:40 am

LOVE your work and this piece is absolutely scrumptious!!! LOVE the darker colors and the saying is awesome!!! TFS!
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- Tracy Weinzapfel on September 22, 2015 at 8:06 am
  
  Thanks Barb!
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Mary Holshouser on September 22, 2015 at 7:20 am

Some days you feel bright and cheerful, other days you want to left alone to brood. I think both pieces are wonderful. The colors are not too dark – there is still a ray of brightness. The sentiment is great.
Love both pieces – I’d be happy with either of them.
thanks for sharing.
Illinois
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- Tracy Weinzapfel on September 22, 2015 at 8:06 am
  
  Thank so much!
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Viki B on September 22, 2015 at 7:22 am

This looks awesome! I love the saying too!
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- Tracy Weinzapfel on September 22, 2015 at 8:00 am
  
  thanks!
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Heather on September 22, 2015 at 9:22 am

awesome video!!!!another great masterpiece, loving the darker side of you!!
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- Tracy Weinzapfel on September 22, 2015 at 11:35 am
  
  THANKS so much! ♥
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Kim Yager on September 22, 2015 at 12:48 pm

Love love love! <3
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Carla Hundley on September 22, 2015 at 1:13 pm

Lovely work on
your creation.
Thanks for
sharing it.
Carla from Utah
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Carla Harrell on September 22, 2015 at 3:00 pm

Oh my goodness! Thank you sooooo much for sharing your process, delightfully inspiring!!
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- Tracy Weinzapfel on September 22, 2015 at 3:29 pm
  
  you are so welcome!
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D.Ann C on September 23, 2015 at 5:42 am

Love this gorgeous project! Love the color combo, fab sentiment and all the distressing and stamping layers!! Florida
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- Tracy Weinzapfel on September 23, 2015 at 7:50 am
  
  thanks!
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Pamela on September 23, 2015 at 9:55 am

This is so gorgeous!!!
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- Tracy Weinzapfel on September 23, 2015 at 10:05 am
  
  Thank you!
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Sue D on September 23, 2015 at 1:21 pm

Wonderful watching how you created this!
Sue in Ohio
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- Tracy Weinzapfel on September 23, 2015 at 1:23 pm
  
  thanks!
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Janet on September 27, 2015 at 2:31 pm

Beautiful job! I really like the colors and rough texture. The tree stamp is very nice. <3
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Karen L K on September 27, 2015 at 3:33 pm

That was a fun process to watch. I have not done to much of this so it was great for me to see what all you did. Love the look!
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