Friday, June 1, 2012

BIRDS & NESTS HAND PAINTED ANTIQUE DOORS

     When my client found these beautiful old doors, they had been stripped of paint and down to the raw wood.  She had them installed as her front doors in her new home.  She wanted me to paint them dark brown and paint something special on them.  Since I LOVE birds and nests, that's what I painted, inside and outside.  Also, I embossed a scrollie design and painted it a metallic gold.  I really love how these doors turned out!!  She was very happy, too.  She loved that they greeted her family and friends as they approached her home.     
     I look back on projects like this and wonder how I did that!!  I'm a self taught artist and artwork is a bit stressful for me but, somehow, I know I can do it.  I'm always sooo relieved when I have finished and the client is happy with my work.
These two pictures are the "outside" of the doors.
These two pictures are the "inside" of the doors.
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57 comments:

  1. MaureenJune 5, 2012 at 11:53 AM

    How pretty! Nice and soft looking.

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  2. Lynda Bergman Decorative ArtisanJune 5, 2012 at 2:17 PM

    Thank you, Maureen! I really appreciate your comments!!

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  3. Debra at HOMESPUN: http://www.thehomespun.com May 19, 2013 at 5:41 PM

    Oh my you are so talented! These are exquisite! : )

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    1. Lynda Bergman Decorative ArtisanMay 19, 2013 at 7:18 PM

      Thank you!! Yes, they did look so pretty walking up the steps to them.

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  4. FABBY'S LIVINGMay 19, 2013 at 7:15 PM

    The antique doors are gorgeous with your decorations...you are soo talented too! Big hugs,
    FABBY

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  5. UnknownMay 20, 2013 at 8:01 AM

    These are gorgeous.. and I just love all the beautiful details you created with the birds and nest. Love it!
    Thanks so much for sharing with the Pink Hippo Party~
    I am your newest follower.
    xoxo
    Amie @ Pinkapotamus

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  6. fixitfaerieMay 20, 2013 at 3:34 PM

    You do amazingly beautiful work. Thanks for sharing. Blessings Paula

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  7. Lynda Bergman Decorative ArtisanMay 20, 2013 at 4:04 PM

    Thank you, so much!!

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  8. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeMay 20, 2013 at 4:54 PM

    Oh my goodness, these are definitely works of art. Amazing detail. Thanks tons for joining Inspire Me. Hugs, Marty

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  9. Lynda Bergman Decorative ArtisanMay 20, 2013 at 5:49 PM

    Thank you, Marty!

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  10. Shabby Brocante, KarenMay 21, 2013 at 7:56 AM

    So pretty. I love the delicate colors and images on the black.
    Karen

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    1. Lynda Bergman Decorative ArtisanMay 21, 2013 at 4:32 PM

      Thank you. Yes, it was bit of a challenge painting on the dark color, but I love the way it turned out.

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  11. Stampin' VMG206May 21, 2013 at 8:54 AM

    Linda
    So pretty! I love those sweet little birds.
    I'm visiting you today from Uncommon Slice of Suburbia. I co-host a Linky Party Tuesday and would LOVE for you to add this. I hope you get a chance to stop by my blog, leave a comment and Link Up, too!
    ~ Megin of VMG206
    Join me each Tuesday and Friday for my Link Up Parties!

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  12. Shane PollardMay 21, 2013 at 11:12 PM

    Lovely doors and all the more beautiful by your wonderful decorative finish Linda.
    I'm visitng from Boogieboard Cottage!
    Shane ♥

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    1. Lynda Bergman Decorative ArtisanMay 22, 2013 at 2:09 PM

      Thank you!! I love your beautiful blog and am now following.

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  13. Kerry@homecrushblog.comMay 22, 2013 at 9:35 AM

    Wow. Your work is just beautiful! Thanks for sharing.

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  14. StaceyMay 22, 2013 at 6:42 PM

    Oh my goodness, those are beautiful! Lucky homeowner. :)

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  15. Christine @ Rustic-RefinedMay 22, 2013 at 7:23 PM

    Wow! That is truly stunning! I cant stop staring at it....I soooo wish I could paint like you!

    XO,
    Christine

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    1. Lynda Bergman Decorative ArtisanMay 22, 2013 at 7:33 PM

      Thank you! I bet you could paint, you just don't know it, yet.

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  16. Jennifer @ MillerMusingsMay 22, 2013 at 8:20 PM

    Those are beautiful!

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  17. Gina @ VictorianWannaBeMay 22, 2013 at 8:43 PM

    Saw your post over at What's it Wednesday and it got my attention! Those doors look wonderful, I love your painting of the birds and nest on them! How beautiful! Who wouldn't be happy with those? They are definitely one of a kind. Have a great rest of your week. Gina

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  18. JenneliseMay 22, 2013 at 10:56 PM

    How gorgeous!! They look just wonderful. Thanks for sharing!
    Jennelise

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  19. Tina@WhatWeKeepMay 23, 2013 at 1:39 PM

    I knew when I clicked on the link that this was going to be yours!
    These doors are wonderful.

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    1. Lynda Bergman Decorative ArtisanMay 23, 2013 at 2:24 PM

      Thank you! I'm so glad the different parties let me "share". Painting professionally, I wasn't sure they would.

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  20. xinexMay 23, 2013 at 6:15 PM

    Beautiful doors and beautiful artwork!...Christine

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  21. Linda @ A La CarteMay 23, 2013 at 10:21 PM

    You are so talented! These doors are gorgeous! Thanks for joining TTF this week with Diann and I!

    Linda

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  22. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonMay 23, 2013 at 10:45 PM

    Lynda, from one bird and nest lover to another; gorgeous! You are so talented. No amount of training can compare to a natural gift such as yours. Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  23. Curtains in My TreeMay 24, 2013 at 8:47 AM

    that is just wonderful and you should be very proud of yourself

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    1. Lynda Bergman Decorative ArtisanMay 24, 2013 at 2:10 PM

      Thank you!! I do feel good when I'm finally finished and the client is happy.

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  24. Aimee at Refresh-Renew...May 24, 2013 at 2:02 PM

    A lost art....so pretty.

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  25. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeMay 25, 2013 at 12:48 AM

    Gorgeous! Pretty, sweet, elegant, unique, one of a kind...amazing!!!
    I'm so jealous...I can't even draw stick people! Such talent and I soooo appreciate your sharing another beautiful example of it at Amaze Me Monday!!!
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  26. Tins roserMay 25, 2013 at 3:35 AM

    Beautiful art, fantastic artist!

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  27. UnknownMay 25, 2013 at 9:05 PM

    Love the new life these doors have been given! So pretty! Stopping by from www.prairiegirl4-thatcountryplace.blogspot.ca. And show and tell Friday.

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    1. Lynda Bergman Decorative ArtisanMay 27, 2013 at 12:43 PM

      Yes, it made them new, again. They were a special design to begin with.

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  28. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageMay 26, 2013 at 7:31 PM

    Hi Lynda,
    The doors are beautiful! I love birds and nests too and what a lovely welcome! You did a wonderful job and thank you so much for sharing at my HOME. Have a lovely upcoming week.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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    1. Lynda Bergman Decorative ArtisanMay 27, 2013 at 12:45 PM

      Thank you! She had a long walk leading up to the doors and they were a special welcome.

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  29. Mel@Mellywood's MansionMay 26, 2013 at 7:58 PM

    that is just too pretty for words, gorgeous!

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  30. With A BlastMay 26, 2013 at 10:41 PM

    Stunning! Love them :-) ... all the detail ...

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  31. DiannMay 27, 2013 at 11:25 AM

    Beautiful work! the doors are stunning!

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  32. UnknownMay 29, 2013 at 9:30 PM

    These are beautiful. You are such a good artist! thanks for sharing at the Friday Follow Along. Please come again this week at www.leahinspired.com

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  33. Lynda Bergman Decorative ArtisanMay 29, 2013 at 10:29 PM

    Thank you! and, I'll be there!!

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  34. AnonymousSeptember 19, 2013 at 1:38 AM

    I'm extremely impressed along with your writing abilities and also with the format on your blog about antique doors Redlands. Is that this a paid theme or did you modify it your self? Anyway keep up the excellent high quality writing, it is rare to see a nice blog like this one nowadays..

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    1. Lynda Bergman Decorative ArtisanSeptember 19, 2013 at 6:25 AM

      Thank you! I'm the author of my blog and I do feature my work.

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