03-27-2011, 07:51 AM
biL, no doubt I wish I could have painted the backdrop without the shelves in the way. But as you mention, that would have taken some major planning ahead and knowing exactly what the layout would end up being. I doubt that 1 out of 50 layouts have that much planning done before construction of the benchwork. But it sure would have been nice to just pull up a stool to the wall, sit down, and paint in comfort instead of leaning over and reaching to the wall. :x So you are right, anyone planning a backdrop, if there is any way you can paint it first, it is the way to go.
In case anyone is wondering, those 2x4 studs sometimes come colored the fuschia that biL mentions. Don't know why they color them, but I just want everyone to know that I didn't paint them!
On the patterns, it seemed the logical way to get the major lines on the wall with the proper proportions. Using them does make me feel more like a "duplicator" and less like an "artist".
As always biL, I feed off of your enthusiasm and encouragement. Thanks!
In case anyone is wondering, those 2x4 studs sometimes come colored the fuschia that biL mentions. Don't know why they color them, but I just want everyone to know that I didn't paint them!
On the patterns, it seemed the logical way to get the major lines on the wall with the proper proportions. Using them does make me feel more like a "duplicator" and less like an "artist".
As always biL, I feed off of your enthusiasm and encouragement. Thanks!