Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Three Muses - Masculine

This week's theme is Music.   My musician is courtesy of My Daguerrotype Boyfriend, all else from net surfing.   Thanks for stopping by!

Sunday, August 26, 2012

Take a Word - Time

The thene this week is Time, and don't we all marvel at the passing of time!.   Credit to Jenn U Designs for the clock parts.  The quote snippet is complements of the ever generous Elizabeth Golden.   Thanks for stopping by.  I'd talk more, but I don't have .... time ....  (Sorry, couldn't resist!)

Saturday, August 25, 2012

Sunday Postcard - Comic Character


Remember the undying love of Popeye and Olive Oil?   Sigh.   She was his woman, and he was her man!!
This was a fun challenge!   Thanks for stopping by.

Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Three Muses - Black and White

I've had houseguests for a week, and haven't had time for art, so (again) I decided to post a spread from my Sketchbook Project journal for this year.   I guess the fleshtone of the faces will have to serve as the dollop of color!    Thanks for looking.  (The faces are copies of newspaper cartoon caricatures).
If you're interested in the Sketchbook Project, check here  http://www.arthousecoop.com/sketchbookproject/

Monday, August 20, 2012

Take a Word - Tattered

I've had houseguests this week, and no time for art.  I'm participating in the Sketchbook Project 2013 this year, and I decided to post this photo of a spread from that journal for this week's Take A Word challenge..   This page is done in pan pastels, and for some reason they don't scan true to color.  Sorry about that!  The images are ATC size, and tucked into pockets.    If you're not familiar with the Sketchbook Project, have a look.  It's an exciting and fun project.  You might like to participate!
http://www.arthousecoop.com/projects/sketchbookproject

Sunday, August 12, 2012

Take a Word - Wings

I've always thought the guy angels must feel a little silly wearing wings.   I couldn't resist having a bit of fun with the challenge.   He's mine, all mine, such as he is, except for his wings, which are credit to Create Wings Designs.   Thanks for stopping by!

Saturday, August 11, 2012

Sunday Postcard - Travel

The folks at Sunday Postcard have chosen Travel as the theme this week.   I have a "thing" for vintage autos, but I can't remember where I got this one.   The driver is a figment of my imagination, and the map is from an old calendar.   Thanks, ladies, for a fun challenge!

Tuesday, August 7, 2012

Three Muses - Strawberries

Couldn't resist having a little fun with this week's theme.....well, a lot of fun actually.   I hope everyone else had a good time with it too.    Thanks for stopping by!

Monday, August 6, 2012

Collage Obsession - Oriental

For 2200 years, beneath a field in China, 8000 terracotta warriors in full battle regalia guarded the tomb of Qin Shi Huang, the first emporer of China. Villagers digging for a well in 1974 discovered this astounding archeological site. Each warrior is about 6 ft tall, and no two are alike. They are accompanied by horses and wooden chariots, as well as other artifacts. Who knows what mysteries might be buried beneath our feet?

Sunday, August 5, 2012

Take a Word - Memories

I had fun with this, foraging for ephemera and a treasured old photo, taken in about 1943 or so.  In the background is the one-room school I attended.  My friend, Kenly, and I have "Old Kate" hitched to a home made wagon, taking a cool drink to the men working in the field.   My life encompasses a quantum leap from a time before electricity and indoor plumbing to my life of comfort in a large city today.  Oh my, how times have changed!   Thanks, Deann, for occasioning my trip down memory lane!

Saturday, August 4, 2012

Sunday Postcard - Quirky


This should be quirky enough!    Background, border, and "lovely" sign-carrier are mine....and what a fine time I had!