The other day I ran across this photo in my files and the only puzzling thing was why I hadn’t used it as the inspiration for a design before, because it’s such a gorgeous fish.
The original discus fish
Both the colours and the markings are spectacular, so I sat down and drew out several versions of it. The first couple of drawings were quite realistic, but gradually they became more stylised, and in spite of the fact that the real fish was so beautiful, I thought the more abstract versions worked better as designs than the more realistic ones.
The embroidered discus fish
With hindsight I should have used gold lamé for the applique, as it would have made it more eye-catching. But this will do as a first version and I will do another version with the lamé , which should be a lot more sparkly.
J’aime beaucoup aussi la distance d’avec le réalisme du poisson
Magnifique
Hi Mia, This is a really spectacular design! Love the way you sectioned off this gorgeous fish and filled the areas with some really neat motifs. To me it has an Egyptian pyramid period appeal and I think the gold lame will add an extra special touch to this design
I love love love this little fish. Very nice job. I agree that you stylized him just the right amount.
I am continually amazed by how creative and talented you are. Keep expecting your fish to swim away!
WOW!!! BEAUTIFUL!!!
…no words … just gorgeous!
Love your treatment of this interesting fish! Yes, the gold lame is sure to give it some shimmer.
Mia, love your gold fish. I’m not a fan of realistic fish, but I love your stylised fish. I know that the gold lame’ would add to his appeal.
Ooh, he’s rather pretty!
Great job! Thanks for sharing.