Tiffany Arp-Daleo Artwork

Abstract Paintings, Mixed Media, Photography

Sparks of Joy

8.5″ x 11″ Collage on paper

I’ve been doing a lot of collages lately, I call this one “Sparks of Joy” because it is very pleasant to me, light, happy and carefree! I’m sure we could all use a little more of that in our lives.

This piece started with an abstract water painting, then I added some magazine images, real pressed flowers and leaves, some strategically placed pieces of other paintings, and of course I had to splatter it with some acrylic paint, I’m all about splatter!

I am in the process of adding prints (including this one) for sale on my Etsy shop, it’s taking some time to gather info and photos, please check in later this week to see what is new!

Maybe you can help me with something. I’m trying to decide if I should make my own prints at home, or outsource them and where? I am limited to only 8.5″ x 11″ and  would like to offer other sizes. What advice do you have for me? 

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26 responses to “Sparks of Joy”

  1. gianmarco groppelli, *J&J* Avatar
    gianmarco groppelli, *J&J*

    Well done 👍👍

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar
      tiffanyarpdaleo

      I’m so glad you like it, thank you!

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  2. Felipe Adan Lerma Avatar
    Felipe Adan Lerma

    Wow! I was gonna say, this looks REAL! Love the pressed flowers, openness, and overall color scheme, Tiffany! ❤️

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    1. Felipe Adan Lerma Avatar
      Felipe Adan Lerma

      Ps- yes, would make a fabulous print, esp on heavy stock or even textured paper I think. Here’s my Google search result for printers in San Diego: https://www.expertise.com/ca/san-diego/print-shops. Me, I used to hunger for my own printer. Now, nah. If I ever have boom demand 😊 “then” I’ll invest in a good production printer, relatively lg format, like to 12×18 or 18×24. Meanwhile, and I’m sure there’s tons of other folks w/good ideas/suggestions: I’d call these “top” printers 😊 and ask them if they can print to (give or take) 100lb cover stock sized to 12×18 for under $2 bucks. Those that say yes, send them a 300dpi pdf and see what they can do. Then, can they tweak it? Saturate a bit more? Increase the black point? Pull back the black to release the shadows, etc. Ask them if they print for other local artists / photographers. And go from there!

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      1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar
        tiffanyarpdaleo

        I can’t thank you enough Adan! You are so sweet to do this research, and so many tips, I will revisit this tomorrow when I am not so tired!

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        1. Felipe Adan Lerma Avatar
          Felipe Adan Lerma

          Yes, experiment it’s a lot to explore! 😊 Unless u “know” you’ve got a runaway print hit, best to make small quantities, can always give some away at shows for buyers of your art 😊

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  3. Mike Ross Avatar
    Mike Ross

    Very cool but I think we should discuss the elephant in the room: Post the link to your Etsy shop on EVERY post and link the image to the shop. Kids today, why I oughta…

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar
      tiffanyarpdaleo

      I know, I know, I knew you were going to give me shit about that! Lol! Thanks, I promise I am working on it every chance I get, it’s just that one thing leads to another…. but I am making progress, many sales are in my near future!

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  4. Timothy Price Avatar
    Timothy Price

    Ode to Joy creates Sparks of Joy, and joyfulness in the many elements that are in it.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar
      tiffanyarpdaleo

      Thanks, Tim!

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  5. Phil Avatar
    Phil

    Fabulous creative & joyful collage, Tiffany!

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar
      tiffanyarpdaleo

      Thanks, I think it will make a nice print, sure to bring happiness to all!

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  6. Jason A. Muckley Avatar
    Jason A. Muckley

    Love this! How do you add the pictures? What kind of glue do you use?

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar
      tiffanyarpdaleo

      I’m glad you like it, Jason! Thanks for asking, I usually use Mod Podge to adhere my collages. They make a matte and a glossy version, I use both depending on the style and materials.

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      1. Jason A. Muckley Avatar
        Jason A. Muckley

        Cool! Thanks for the tip 😉

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  7. Francisco Bravo Cabrera Avatar
    Francisco Bravo Cabrera

    Tiffany, this looks really good! Loved it! I think you will be very successful with these collages, they are gorgeous! My greetings from Spain, and all the best,
    FBC

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar
      tiffanyarpdaleo

      Thank you, Francisco!

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      1. Francisco Bravo Cabrera Avatar
        Francisco Bravo Cabrera

        My pleasure!

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  8. mistermaxxx08 Avatar
    mistermaxxx08

    Making me think of spring time and yet it compliments winter,I dig your expressions and how you coordinate your color schemes,you stay nice with it, ☮️

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar
      tiffanyarpdaleo

      Thank you so much, you are too kind!

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  9. Mark Wade Avatar
    Mark Wade

    inspiring! love it

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      tiffanyarpdaleo

      Thank you, Mark!

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  10. Starrcreative Avatar
    Starrcreative

    I love collages – it’s always a discovery. Beautiful!

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar
      tiffanyarpdaleo

      Thank you, Starr, I’m really having fun making them!

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  11. Michelle Avatar
    Michelle

    This is beautiful!!!!

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar
      tiffanyarpdaleo

      Thank you, Michelle!

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