Webbitup
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Note: Webbitup sells both prints and original paintings by Thomas Webb. These paintings are 2 dimensional, flat images, they are not 3 dimensional objects. Please always read the information and descriptions of anything you purchase online. Sorry No International Sales at this time.
Thank you to all who enjoy my work.
Thomas Webb
Announcement
Note: Webbitup sells both prints and original paintings by Thomas Webb. These paintings are 2 dimensional, flat images, they are not 3 dimensional objects. Please always read the information and descriptions of anything you purchase online. Sorry No International Sales at this time.
Thank you to all who enjoy my work.
Thomas Webb
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Jean-Paul on Jul 12, 2022
5 out of 5 starsIncredible seller! I wanted something custom and he went out of his way to make it happen. Lovely conversationalist and a general pleasure to deal with. I believe I made a new friend out of the deal. I will certainly be a customer in the future again
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Thomas responded on Jul 13, 2022
Thank you so much friend, I'm so happy you're happy!
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Jessica on Jul 9, 2022
5 out of 5 starsGreat print! Shipped fast with a lovely little note from the artist. <3
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Thomas responded on Jul 21, 2022
Thank you Jessica, I have to admit this is one of those paintings that left my hands too quickly. I wish I could see the original again but glad I have a digital copy, it one of my favorites.
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Natalie on Jul 1, 2022
5 out of 5 starsThe print is gorgeous and I love the personal note that came with it. Happy to have Oscar on my wall.
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Thomas responded on Jul 21, 2022
Oh Natalie, I love it when I see my prints framed immediately like you have done! Thanks for sharing the photo of you wonderful art wall! Im glad you appreciated the note too :)
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April on Jun 24, 2022
5 out of 5 starsI can't wait for my brother to open this gift and see Herr Burgelmeister! Thanks for your special touch drawing and note. Amazing
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Thomas responded on Jun 30, 2022
I'm glad you are pleased, yay! Let me know what your brother thinks I hope he loves it!... (If you can love someone and grumpy as Herr Burgeerrmeister). You are very welcome, thank you too!
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 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
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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: