Webbitup
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This shop got multiple 5-star reviews in the past 7 days.
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Lisa on Sep 21, 2021
5 out of 5 starsI adore this print! The bear is fantastic with so much expression on his face. Can’t wait to hang it!
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Lisa on Sep 18, 2021
5 out of 5 starsI absolutely love this artwork! Not to mention the mini coordinating Kermit and personalized adorable Miss Piggy thank you just topped everything off! Great touch and so nice to get a handwritten note! Love your work and loved the personal touches. Thank you so much! Highly recommend ordering from this shop! I will be buying from here again!!!
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jiggywii on Aug 31, 2021
5 out of 5 starsI love this vintage Marlo flip blonde barbie face..paired it with the original doll so cute!
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JoAnn on Aug 30, 2021
5 out of 5 starsLove Tom's work and have several prints. He fulfills quickly and just looking at the framed prints on my walls makes me happy!
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Lauren on Aug 26, 2021
5 out of 5 starsThe package was amazing and had an additional wonderful Kermit drawing from the artist! My wife loved it! Thank you so much! Will definitely be buying more pieces :)
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Siimie on Jul 19, 2021
5 out of 5 starsFantastic artwork, plus the artist sent along an incredible thank you note with another drawing of my favorite grouch. Would absolutely buy from again! Thank you!!
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Blake on Jun 22, 2021
5 out of 5 starsExceptional piece of work. Careful packaging ensured a perfect delivery. Thrilled to own this original.
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nevergonnagiveyouup on Jun 21, 2021
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful and fun artwork! It looks so adorable and delicious. Thank you for the thoughtful little gift, too!
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About Webbitup
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I start by painting in reverse using water soluble gouache paint. Anything left unpainted will be black.
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I cover the entire painting with black water resistant ink.
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I wash the painting under running water. The Ink stays, the gouache washes off, but stains the surface.
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I paint back onto the resist. Sometimes I have to paint more, other times it's practicly done after the initial wash.
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A little glimpse at where the magic happens.
I do what I like and hope you like it too!
I started my shop on March 1st 2008, with guidance from "Monsieur T" and "Ryan Berkley"
I had been working for a CD Rom edutainment company for 7 years prior to that.
When the company went out of business I decided to just make art, paint what I wanted to paint, and hoped people would like it enough to buy it. My first solo show nearly sold out, and my second one did the same. When I discovered Etsy and saw people selling prints of their paintings I thought this was great! I was excited by the prospect of creating other things to sell here as well, still trying to make the time to create those things! I'm always learning new things about myself, my audience, and my clientele.
I'm a slow poke in life but I'm trying to get things done and always trying to grow.
My philosophy is to love one another, to be nice, to help in the ways I can, and to say no if I can't. I believe in patience, and persistence, and following your heart and dreams.
I've battled depression and anger and won! I feel like more people need to talk about this and remove the stigma associated with it.
My paintings:
I paint primarily with a process of gouache and ink resist which I have increasingly pushed the boundaries of since I was introduced to the process by an amazing teacher and human being, Dwight Harmon, in 1987. The technique, when done most successfully should have elements of both painting and printmaking, but the technique should not be in the forefront.
I start painting in reverse, things normally painted last are painted first. I start with the smallest brush, painting highlights, and finish with the largest brush, painting large background areas. Areas I want black I leave unpainted.
When the water-soluble gouache painting is finished, I cover the entire painting with water resistant ink. When the ink is dry I wash it, and much of the gouache, off. The Ink sticks to the paper or other substrate, the gouache washes off.
What is left is the positive image stained on the paper, canvas or board. Sometimes the painting is finished at this stage, but more often I use this as an under painting where I balance the ink resist technique with straightforward painting, texture with flatness, and soft edge with hard. I also add detail where needed.
I struggle with the act of taking my paintings, to prints, and my prints to Etsy. The work is work, and making art is what is fun, but we gotta do what we gotta do. I'm happy with all the improvement Etsy is making to ease the process! I love meeting other creative people, and have recently challenged myself to make a treasury every week. I'm liking discovering new artists and crafts people this way. I always enjoy making new Etsy friends!
If you like I would love a like on Facebook!
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Thomas Webb
Owner, Artist
Art…its what I do. I started drawing as soon as I could hold a pencil. shortly after I began painting, and I have always loved to imagine, and play…I have no intention of ever stopping.
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I gladly accept returns and exchanges
I don't accept cancellations
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
- Custom or personalized orders
- Perishable products (like food or flowers)
- Digital downloads
- Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
I accept returns I do not accept returns
I accept exchanges I do not accept exchanges
I accept cancellations I do not accept cancellations
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for: