Fine Art Prints of Original Paintings by Thomas Webb by Webbitup

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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cege07 on Sep 14, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

Good communication. Careful packing. Item as described.

Billy Blastoff, Eldon 1968 (Fine Art Print not a real Billy Blastoff)

Billy Blastoff, Eldon 1968 (Fine Art Print not a real Billy Blastoff)
Delores on Sep 14, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

i love these prints. i can't wait to put them out for the holidays!

Sam the Snowman, Fine Art Print, Multiple Sizes

Sam the Snowman, Fine Art Print, Multiple Sizes
Amy on Sep 12, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

Honestly, anything this shop puts out I’ll purchase. Incredible art, awesome human.

Krampus Goes a Walking.

Krampus Goes a Walking.
Christopher on Jul 8, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

WOW...what can I say...a very cool and colorful and creative almost photo-realistic take on a favorite TV holiday special R/B character! Not only that, but very reasonably priced! And if that weren't enough, he's a real nice gent ta boot! He even sent a kindly note w/a little hand drawn Rankin-Bass MMP character! Hoping he continues this series w/other R/B characters from MMP and The Little Drummer boy! Highly recommend any of his work.

Sam the Snowman, Fine Art Print, Multiple Sizes

Sam the Snowman, Fine Art Print, Multiple Sizes
Christopher on Jul 8, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

WOW...what can I say...a very cool and colorful and creative take on a favorite childhood toy! Not only that, but very reasonably priced! And if that weren't enough, he's a real nice gent ta boot! He even sent a kindly note w/a little hand drawn Rankin-Bass MMP character! Hoping he continues this series! Highly recommend any of his work.

Billy Blastoff, Eldon 1968 (Fine Art Print not a real Billy Blastoff)

Billy Blastoff, Eldon 1968 (Fine Art Print not a real Billy Blastoff)
Annette on Oct 1, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

So cute that I had to order Miss Piggy. He also included a small character with my order. Very satisfied!!!

Kermit The Frog, Fine Art Print, (Multiple Sizes)

Kermit The Frog, Fine Art Print, (Multiple Sizes)
Annette on Sep 25, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

Great print and it arrived quickly. Very pleased.

Miss Piggy (Fine Art Print not a real Muppet)

Miss Piggy (Fine Art Print not a real Muppet)
Veronica on Sep 25, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

So great! The detail on the items I purchased is incredible! Super nice hand written note from the owner along with an extra print was such a pleasant surprise!

Winter Warlock (Fine Art Print not the real Winter Warlock)

Winter Warlock (Fine Art Print not the real Winter Warlock)
cege07 on Sep 14, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

Good communication. Careful packing. Item as described.

G.I.-Joe Air Adventurer (Fine Art Print not a real G.I.-Joe)

G.I.-Joe Air Adventurer (Fine Art Print not a real G.I.-Joe)
cege07 on Sep 14, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

Great communication. Rapid delivery. Item as described.

Big Jack, Mattel 1972 (Fine Art Print not a real Big Jack)

Big Jack, Mattel 1972 (Fine Art Print not a real Big Jack)

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