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Each painting is a special experience for me. Sometimes the images end up on the paper easily as I paint, and other times I work from a detailed drawing planned prior to picking up a brush. All my compositions have a connection to my first love of textile design. I have a special interest in a technique called "negative painting." You may notice that I often paint around the outside of a shape rather than paint it directly.

Because of my previous profession designing woolen rugs and wall hangings, I often hear comments such as,"Have you ever thought of designing fabrics or wall paper?" My friends chuckle because they know one of my  passions is designing rugs. It all goes to show that once a style is developed it can translate in to many mediums--- in this case from wool to paint.  I am also turning my paintings in to rugs so it works both ways!

I would direct beginning painters to the painting kits. Just click on Painting Kits and you'll be able to purchase simple designs I developed to help new painters master and practice the easy medium of watercolor.  Each kit includes complete directions, numbered pattern to transfer to your paper, color charts, and special instructions on setting up your palette and controlling the paint.

Please feel to contact me on the contact link. I love to hear your comments.  Please visit my other web site at www.rugandwool.com.

                                                                        Sincerely,

                                                                        Jane Halliwell Green