11-13-11
I've been studying an interesting area of collage-making that deals with exploring the facets of your soul. It's really been exciting to make and use these SoulCollage cards in my daily life as a source of inspiration and guidance. You can find more of my cards here: http://neesierie.weebly.com/soul-collage-cards.html
Friday, November 25, 2011
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
365 Dresses
10-25-11
I've taken a challenge to create a dress a day for the next year using whatever media is at hand each day. I'd really like to expand my creative horizons, and I feel that this challenge will help me to do that. Check out my dresses to see what I'm creating today: http://neesierie.weebly.com/365-dresses.html
I've taken a challenge to create a dress a day for the next year using whatever media is at hand each day. I'd really like to expand my creative horizons, and I feel that this challenge will help me to do that. Check out my dresses to see what I'm creating today: http://neesierie.weebly.com/365-dresses.html
Monday, October 24, 2011
Grandmother Susan
10-22-11
I wanted to do a friendship collage for my good friend, Susan, but in actual fact, she was more a mentor to me than just a friend. So instead I made a tribute collage for her. Using canvas instead of pressed cardboard (as in my previous two collages), I had the opportunity to paint the background for this collage instead of merely using cool papers. The center is the turtle, a symbol that both Susan and I cherish. In my rendition, he is peeking out of his shell, not completely exposed to the world around him. In the center of the flower in the lower corner, I added dimension by gluing several lentils as a symbol of the living things she and I both find more precious than silver or gold. She wears the shawl that I have seen her wear many times and a heart necklace that symbolizes her tender and giving heart.
I wanted to do a friendship collage for my good friend, Susan, but in actual fact, she was more a mentor to me than just a friend. So instead I made a tribute collage for her. Using canvas instead of pressed cardboard (as in my previous two collages), I had the opportunity to paint the background for this collage instead of merely using cool papers. The center is the turtle, a symbol that both Susan and I cherish. In my rendition, he is peeking out of his shell, not completely exposed to the world around him. In the center of the flower in the lower corner, I added dimension by gluing several lentils as a symbol of the living things she and I both find more precious than silver or gold. She wears the shawl that I have seen her wear many times and a heart necklace that symbolizes her tender and giving heart.
Two Hearts -- One Mind
10-21-11
My second collage was made for another good friend who I left behind when I moved out of state. Her name is Melissa, and I think of her as my spiritual twin. We've always shared a unity of thought that I found miraculous and very much a gift from God. This collage was harder to visualize, since much of our friendship would be hard to show in images or words. The scriptures say it best, but I didn't want the formality of the King James to make our friendship not seem as close as it was. So I paraphrased, making the words more colloquial. I think it works better this way. Included in the collage are the two organizations she and I were involved in together (Girl Scouts and Primary Sunday School), as well as the fairy club I started for the young girls in town.
My second collage was made for another good friend who I left behind when I moved out of state. Her name is Melissa, and I think of her as my spiritual twin. We've always shared a unity of thought that I found miraculous and very much a gift from God. This collage was harder to visualize, since much of our friendship would be hard to show in images or words. The scriptures say it best, but I didn't want the formality of the King James to make our friendship not seem as close as it was. So I paraphrased, making the words more colloquial. I think it works better this way. Included in the collage are the two organizations she and I were involved in together (Girl Scouts and Primary Sunday School), as well as the fairy club I started for the young girls in town.
Two Nanas
10-15-11
I was thinking about friendship and suddenly realized how blessed I've been to have such wonderful friends in my life! My most creative friend is Nan C., who was a 'nana' long before I'd ever heard the term. Best friends, kindred spirits, even neighbors once! She's an indelible part of my life.
In the original sketch, I had us surrounded by green leaves on an amber background. But I found a great fall leaf paper that worked even better, since both of us really love autumn. I added lots of stamped sayings that speak to our friendship and personalities and dressed us in pretty outfits. I made us a little younger (and a little thinner!), but as the artist I have that ability. We're hugging in the collage -- a pastime we do often whenever we see each other. Since I moved away, I've missed her every day. This collage brings her back to me and reminds me of the fun times we've had.
I was thinking about friendship and suddenly realized how blessed I've been to have such wonderful friends in my life! My most creative friend is Nan C., who was a 'nana' long before I'd ever heard the term. Best friends, kindred spirits, even neighbors once! She's an indelible part of my life.
In the original sketch, I had us surrounded by green leaves on an amber background. But I found a great fall leaf paper that worked even better, since both of us really love autumn. I added lots of stamped sayings that speak to our friendship and personalities and dressed us in pretty outfits. I made us a little younger (and a little thinner!), but as the artist I have that ability. We're hugging in the collage -- a pastime we do often whenever we see each other. Since I moved away, I've missed her every day. This collage brings her back to me and reminds me of the fun times we've had.
Collages
While on vacation I picked up a new book. This is always a treat, and when the book is one that teaches a new art technique, then it's a double treat! The book is called "Taking Flight: Inspiration and Techniques to Give Your Creative Spirit Wings." It's written by Kelly Rae Roberts and is very detailed in showing new ways to collage using mixed media. I instantly fell in love with it and spent the only mad money I had with me on it! Since I bought it -- and even before my vacation ended -- I was jotting down ideas for collages of my own. Since I returned home, all I've done is design more! Well, I made a few that I'd envisioned, of course. *grin*
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