transfer paint and leaves

Jan 3b
Originally uploaded by Dancing Crow.

Painted leaves with a painted piece of paper behind them - I am verry pleased with the detail from the leaves.

Jan 3c
Originally uploaded by Dancing Crow.

After the above experiment, the backs of the leaves had color on them, so I flipped them over and ironed again. They look very dreamy to me.

I experimented with other polyester fabrics, but the shiny stuff carries the most detail. I should go troll through Joann's for other polyester fabrics that are smooth but less shiny.

Unexpected bonus: ironing oak leaves makes a nice smell.

Unexpected negative: it is the middle of freaking winter in New England - the only leaves I can find are dead oak leaves. I wonder if people would mail me leaves... you know, from warmer climes?