Making an Abstract Mixed-Media Collage In Mostly Black and White!

Hello, All!
I waned to do something a little different in this one, by using a very limited pallet of mostly black and white with just a hint of color. I used a lot of line work to finish out the design. Line work is near and dear to my heart. I have used it in quite a bit of work in the past, and I wanted to bring it back to add to this mixed media piece.
I used a little collage with some of the Gelli prints that I had lying around my studio, and just a hint of Naples Yellow as well as Light Pink to round out the piece.
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[@Jeanmcb47]

This is beautiful Melissa! I love the slight hints of color that you first added. Love using that big fluffy brush.

[@ArtworkByMelissaReed]

Thank you so much! Those pops of color are my favorite part too! ☺️

[@Lainers2000]

Love how the collage pieces show through and, as always, i love your line work. Really nice, Melissa!

[@ArtworkByMelissaReed]

Thank you so much! You are always so kind!☺️☺️

[@Forest7025]

I really love your line work. This piece is gorgeous!❤

[@ArtworkByMelissaReed]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you like it!☺️

[@ingerlarsson7096]

It's very beautiful ❣️🌞

[@ArtworkByMelissaReed]

Thank you! 😊

[@LynnLBE]

Love this❣️❣️

[@ArtworkByMelissaReed]

Thank you so much!☺️☺️

[@LindaDiaz-l2b]

I love this. I have been wanting to do something on wood. I am curious as to how you finished the edges.

[@ArtworkByMelissaReed]

Thank you so much! I usually just paint them with a very opaque matte black acrylic paint. Occasionally, however, I will carry the design over the edges, as well.