The Turban

Here is another ATC in the women series.  Got to admit I don't think I have ever worn a turban.  Matter of fact, it is a mystery to me on how the heck you would tie the thing.  I like this piece because of the blues - I don't paint a lot in straight blues very much.  Combination here of Ultra Marine, Pthalo Blue and Teal.

Working on another collage, but it will be another day or so before I figure it out.

Thanks much for stopping by.

Comments

Joan Tavolott said…
Love your blues!!! I wore a turban one Halloween when I dressed as Carmen Miranda...but I didn't have to tie it. lol
May 31, 2018 at 8:53 PM
Nelvia said…
Joan, now there is an image!!!
June 1, 2018 at 9:04 AM
hmuxo said…
Absolutely beautiful! The color of her turban is wonderful....
June 1, 2018 at 10:49 AM
Nelvia said…
Hmmm for some reason these don’t come to email. How about trading an ATC with me Hilda?
June 1, 2018 at 4:25 PM
Mellowood Gallery said…
Great job on this small piece Nelvia. I thought the lady had blue hair - lol. Nice to know it is a turban because the blue is super.
June 1, 2018 at 9:45 PM
Nelvia said…
Well you know lots of folks have all colors of hair these days, bluer than the little old blue haired ladies I remember
June 2, 2018 at 8:05 AM
Sheila said…
I like the look Nelvia. Makes me think of classic old movies :)
June 9, 2018 at 8:19 PM
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