Saturday, January 06, 2007

Feeling random...

I'm calling these my random collages. They're full of bits of this and that from estate sales, magazines, fabric, notions and other ephemera that I've always loved and treasured. Some pieces are old, some new, and they've all been waiting for a new home. I started going through my vintage stuff getting a packet ready for this swap (hope you'll join in!) and realized the extent of stuff I've collected that I've never used in my art. I decided it's time to bring these little gems out into the sunlight and let them shine and inspire throughout my day:) This lovely lady (above) is by Laini's Ladies, check out all the goodies here. Oh my, and she has a blog!! I actually bought this as a Valentine's present for my mom and when I got it home it just seemed too perfect for the page. Yes mom, I'll be sure and go buy another!
So as you can see, my little craft space had already changed considerably from earlier in the week. Love that it's so organic and changes on a whim! These collages were inspired in no small part by the following art. Hula Seventy's collage is so vibrant and energizing..
Lia just posted this collage that I totally love!!

....and VERY inspired by Alicia's collages here.

6 comments:

MarilynH said...

what a fun and inspring post! thanks for the link to the swap--i am so in! Your artwork as fabulous, as usual :)

Anonymous said...

oooooh I am loving your new direction!! So vintagey sweet! love it to bits!! I too adore Alicia's collages! Total eye candy!

I know you will be knocking my socks off come springtime..I can almost see your collages now!! : )Cannot wait!!

Happy Creating!
xoxo Jenny

Anonymous said...

LOVELY collages, I love your inspiration corner! and apparently we read the same blogs, heh. :)

Anonymous said...

wow, you got right on that girl!!! I LOVE how you framed them. That's one of the things on my "list" to do this year. You already have them up and beautiful! wow! I adore what you did. You made it your own. wonderful work! Oh, Alicia's collages...they are so dreamy...I hope to do some collages on canvas like that this year. congrats on going to ARTFEST!!! you lucky girl!!!! xo Lia

Boxwood Cottage said...

Oh all the glass jars filled with candy colors on your drawer are looking great! I love the word INSPIRE above on the shelf! The framed collages are beautiful too!

Anonymous said...

I love your collages