Sunday, April 11, 2010

Mixed Media Monday - Hello Dolly

Our theme at Mixed Media Monday is to be "Hello Dolly". I decided to honor the wife of our fourth president, Dolley Madison. Dolley's first husband and a son died of yellow fever, and she later married James Madison, who was 17 years her senior. Dolley later also filled the role of hostess for President Thomas Jefferson, who was a widower. She was a strong woman, who left her mark on U.S. history. Hello, Dolley!!!
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27 comments:

  1. Janet GhioApril 11, 2010 at 3:07 PM

    You've done just an excellent job on this! It looks great!

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  2. DianneApril 11, 2010 at 3:27 PM

    Beautiful tribute...

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  3. peggy gattoApril 11, 2010 at 4:18 PM

    Now, why didn't I think of that!!!
    Fabulous!

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  4. WillyApril 11, 2010 at 5:10 PM

    Beautiful piece, Bev!

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  5. DianeApril 11, 2010 at 5:25 PM

    What a wonderful piece, Bev. I'm sure Dolly would be thrilled to be honoured in this way! I knew nothing of her, so it was an interesting read for me as well! Diane

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  6. KristinApril 11, 2010 at 7:45 PM

    What a great idea - I love it! It is such a beautiful and unique piece for the theme! Thank you too for your sweet comments, Kristin xo

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  7. AmyApril 11, 2010 at 9:05 PM

    sweet vintage..love the rich colors

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  8. KApril 11, 2010 at 9:08 PM

    lovely doll! beautiful piece!

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  9. SandyApril 11, 2010 at 9:23 PM

    So really beautiful Bev.
    Lovely doll.

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  10. johannaApril 11, 2010 at 10:26 PM

    never heard of her (well, i hope that is forgiven to a not-american), thanks for the lesson...
    your contribution is great, as always!

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  11. joannaApril 12, 2010 at 12:52 AM

    Beautiful piece Bev!

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  12. KateApril 12, 2010 at 12:59 AM

    I'm English and confess I'd not heard of her either but this seems a wonderful means of honouring Dolley. Beautiful :-)

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  13. WrightStuffApril 12, 2010 at 2:01 AM

    thank you for the history lesson! It's great this - we get to look at beautiful creations and learn something too!

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  14. RikaApril 12, 2010 at 2:07 AM

    Wonderful piece!

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  15. Zuzu's BlogApril 12, 2010 at 2:58 AM

    nice take on the theme and a beautifully vintage looking piece... well done

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  16. AinoApril 12, 2010 at 5:59 AM

    Beautiful page.

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  17. LimareaApril 12, 2010 at 6:05 AM

    What a great idea, and a lovely piece :)

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  18. LivArtNowApril 12, 2010 at 6:19 AM

    What a fantastic tribute Bev. Love the story to go with it as well!!

    Hugs,
    Linda

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  19. http://truutske.blogspot.comApril 12, 2010 at 6:32 AM

    Fantastic piece, Bev.

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  20. Terri KahrsApril 12, 2010 at 6:48 AM

    Thank you, Bev, for the history lesson. I had no idea that Dolley Madison filled the role of hostess for Thomas Jefferson! What an interesting tidbit. Awesome tribute piece! Hugs & Smiles, Terri xoxo (aks Marsha!) :-)

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  21. OzstuffApril 12, 2010 at 7:03 AM

    Hello, Dolly! It's great to see you back where you belong! Bev, I love your "out of left field" take on the theme - so unexpected and so apt. Fantastic artwork, great idea.

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  22. NANCY LEFKOApril 12, 2010 at 10:39 AM

    Lovely!!

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  23. TaluulaApril 12, 2010 at 1:50 PM

    A magnificent piece Bev, and such an interesting take.

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  24. KathyApril 12, 2010 at 3:00 PM

    This is stunning, great composition.

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  25. Bumbershoot Designs and SuppliesApril 12, 2010 at 5:37 PM

    Hi Bev, What a great interpretation of the theme! Great to recognize the sometimes unsung heros of the White House! ~Sharon

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  26. Anjas-ArtefaktotumApril 13, 2010 at 4:14 AM

    What a fantastic tribute for Dolley. Beautiful collage creation, and thank you for the story!
    Hugs Anja

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  27. UnknownApril 13, 2010 at 6:06 PM

    Hi Bev....I love this...so much depth and the colours are fantastic!!!

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