Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Three Muses - Mail Art

This piece is done in the style (I hope) of Nick Bantock's quirky and clever mail art.    If you're not familiar with it, check out his book "Urgent, 2nd Class".  
Credits:   Finecrafted Designs.
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29 comments:

  1. ChristineApril 19, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    Your envelope is unique, Bev. Teenagers in Brazil say "animal!" when something is cool and powerful. So, animal!

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  2. Folk HeartApril 19, 2011 at 6:20 PM

    This just blows me away! I love the wonderful layering of two styles. The pencil sketches always make my heart skip a beat, and the wonderful hand writing. The next layer of fantasy animals is just amazing and I can hardly wait to check out the book you referred. This is outstanding!

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  3. Folk HeartApril 19, 2011 at 6:28 PM

    Well, from the little bit of the book I could peek at, I would say you definitely nailed it! Very "Urgent, Second Class" indeed! Thank you for the great lead.

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  4. YvonneApril 19, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    This is fabulous, Bev!

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  5. DeannApril 19, 2011 at 9:33 PM

    Well I knew yours would be something special and you didn't disappoint...what a wonderful menagerie you have assembled...beautiful envelope my dear!!

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  6. JudyApril 19, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    What a masterpiece, Bev,love the musical animals, LOVE it!!

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  7. Heavens2BetsyApril 19, 2011 at 11:23 PM

    Fabulous piece and a great book title too. Penny

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  8. JunibearsApril 19, 2011 at 11:40 PM

    Gorgeous piece Bev. I love to see your work, it never disappoints. Fab-u-luss!! xx

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  9. K J DApril 20, 2011 at 1:06 AM

    Oh my - that is STUNNING! I have the NB book (and love it)

    I especially love the spreading octupus!!!!

    Karen

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  10. Dolly DaydreamsApril 20, 2011 at 2:47 AM

    Amazing details lots to see and wonder at on your envelope. Can only say I'm glad I wont be around when you menagerie makes it's music !

    Marie

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  11. EllenApril 20, 2011 at 3:22 AM

    this is stunning.. amazing combination and I specially like that spindly , shaky handwriting, such a nice touch

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  12. bluegiraffe (Sherry)April 20, 2011 at 5:15 AM

    This is super, Bev! Giraffes are my favorite :)

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  13. AnonymousApril 20, 2011 at 5:56 AM

    So cool! I love the musical beaties!

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  14. AnonymousApril 20, 2011 at 6:09 AM

    Fantastical surreal mail art, Bev!

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  15. Linda GibbonsApril 20, 2011 at 6:15 AM

    This is just Fantastic, Bev! I love the layering and that octopus is truly amazing!

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  16. OzstuffApril 20, 2011 at 6:51 AM

    Fantastic Bantockian mail art, Bev. You were the one who introduced me to it and the idea of mail art many moons ago. I just love the elephant who is so insecure about his own trumpeting he has to use an "aid". Great artwork. Take a bow.

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  17. RPLancasterApril 20, 2011 at 7:05 AM

    Hi Bev,
    I've noticed a certain trend in your art lately that deals with traveling. I'll bet you need a change in scenery:) I really like this and I'm going to have to check this fellow artist out.

    Paulette

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  18. johannaApril 20, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    i adore nick´s style - and you mastered it perfectly!!!

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  19. peggy gattoApril 20, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    I kept looking at this and smiling the whole time!!
    Wonderful!

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  20. AnonymousApril 20, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    Oh, this is completely breathtaking! I love the use of the animals and instruments. So very creative.

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  21. Lori SaulApril 20, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    A wild and wonderful creation Bev- this has great story and a sense of whimsy and travel. I love it!

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  22. Silvia(Barnie)April 21, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    How cool is this ?! Fantastic idea. I'm missing this week, there are so many other things to do.
    Happy Easter to you.

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  23. TaluulaApril 21, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    Bev, I'm blown away by this exquisite mail art envelope, my friend. I'm loving your move towards surreal, it really suits you. By the way, I can almost hear that elephant's musical roar and the giraffe's reply. Outstanding art for which there is very loud applause from my corner.

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  24. RachelApril 21, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    Fantastic! Love this piece!

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  25. Anjas-ArtefaktotumApril 21, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    I'm absolutly speechless, that is so gorgeous, your creativity is ever and allways fantastic!
    Wish you Happy Easter,
    higs Anja

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  26. PaulaApril 23, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    Love this! So beautiful!

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  27. Ana Cristina CaldattoApril 23, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    lindo detalhe d girafa!

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  28. Gaby Bee April 24, 2011 at 6:02 AM

    Your envelope is absolutely stunning!
    I especially love that octopus! Brilliant!

    I wish you a lovely Easter!
    Gaby xo

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  29. JannyApril 26, 2011 at 2:02 AM

    I love ypyr Mail Art Bev!

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