Alright folks, let me tell you about this “marie pretty” thing I tackled recently. It was a bit of a rollercoaster, but we got there in the end.
The Idea Hit Me
So, I was scrolling through some design inspiration sites, you know, the usual rabbit hole. And I stumbled upon this really cool aesthetic – clean, minimalist, but with a pop of playful color. The images were tagged with something like “marie pretty” and I was instantly hooked. I thought, “I gotta try and recreate this!”
Gathering the Supplies
First things first, I needed to figure out the vibe. I started saving all the images I could find with that “marie pretty” tag. I wanted to get a solid understanding of the color palettes, the fonts, the layouts – everything. Then I rummaged through my stash of materials. I had some leftover paint from a previous project, some colored pencils, and a bunch of different papers. Time to experiment!
Trial and Error – Mostly Error
Okay, this is where things got messy. I tried a bunch of different color combinations, but most of them just looked… wrong. Too loud, too dull, too something! I was getting frustrated, but I knew I had to keep going. I remembered one of the images I saved had a specific color code listed, so I tried matching that. It was better, but still not quite there. The problem? The color felt flat.
A Happy Accident
Here’s where things took a turn for the better. I was cleaning up my workspace, and I accidentally spilled a little water on one of my test papers. The color bled a bit, and suddenly it had this beautiful, organic texture. That’s it! That’s what I was missing. I started experimenting with different ways to create that texture – layering colors, using different types of paper, even smudging the paint with my fingers.
Putting It All Together
With the color and texture figured out, I started working on the composition. I kept it super simple – a few geometric shapes, a bit of negative space, and a touch of hand-drawn lines. I used a fine-tip marker for the lines, trying to keep them loose and playful. And finally, I used one color to fill in the shapes.
The Final Result
After a few more tweaks and adjustments, I finally had something that I was happy with. It wasn’t perfect, but it captured that “marie pretty” vibe I was going for. It’s simple, and fun, and just a little bit imperfect.
What I Learned
This whole process taught me a few things. First, don’t be afraid to experiment. Second, sometimes the best results come from happy accidents. And third, even if you’re not sure what you’re doing, just keep going. You might surprise yourself.
So, that’s my “marie pretty” adventure. It was a fun little project, and I’m excited to see what other design styles I can explore in the future.
- Color exploration
- Texture play
- Keep it simple
Hope you find something interesting and can give it a try.
