Friday, February 27, 2009

Hope..

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This weeks Wedsnesday Stamper is Silhouettes and TGiF is Feathers, both themes I really wanted to try and take part in this week so as time has been really short for crafting I made this piece which fits in to both.



Also, with the type of week I've had with one thing and another, the saying echoes a lot of whats needed.

Hope to be posting more regularly again soon- I appreciate very much all your kind comments and your visits.

edit: Forgot to mention, the colours were inspired by recent photographs I've been taking in the garden. Daisy's comment reminded me and so I thought that perhaps I should have mentioned this as people have asked before how I interpret and use my photos(see outdoor blog , link at top left) with my artwork....well spotted Daisy! Thankyou :0)
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43 comments:

  1. Cath Wilson27 February 2009 at 11:40

    One of my favourite quotations, Jo. Love what you've done with this.

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  2. Lynne K27 February 2009 at 11:40

    This is really beautiful! It has a very calm feel to it, & lovely subdued colours. Very soothing!

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  3. Suse27 February 2009 at 11:46

    One of my favourite quotations too - love this piece Jo and the serenity it evokes.

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  4. daisy27 February 2009 at 11:54

    Fabulous. I luv how it echos the photograph on your other blog. True harmony xx

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  5. Anonymous27 February 2009 at 12:27

    very atmospheric - love that quote too...very poignant.

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  6. Sandy27 February 2009 at 12:27

    OMG Joe this is truly amazing.
    Wonderful colors. I love it.

    Thanks Jo for your inspiring work to TGiF.

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  7. Artyjen27 February 2009 at 12:50

    Really love your backgrounds on this. It evokes your photo of snowflakes and mist beautifully.

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  8. Caroline Moore27 February 2009 at 13:02

    Love this Jo - and have to admit its one of my fav quotes too. I love how the photo on your blog is so similar to this piece of artwork. The backgrounds are amazing.

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  9. Rika27 February 2009 at 13:25

    Gorgeous card Jo!!

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  10. DMG27 February 2009 at 14:21

    This poem is very close to my heart and I have done many artistic interpretations of it. YOUR interpretation is stunning; I love the way the stark photographic quality is such a direct contrast to Dickenson's theme.

    XOXO,
    Alberta

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  11. carole27 February 2009 at 14:53

    Hi jo
    Try get in touch with you .
    Love this card wel love them all still wish i could do cardmaking lke you .

    Carole (oatcake )

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  12. Buffy27 February 2009 at 15:13

    Beautiful, so soft looking and I love the quote!

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  13. Willy27 February 2009 at 15:50

    Wonderful piece and colours, Jo!

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  14. Carol Q27 February 2009 at 15:58

    beautiful Jo. love the quotation - haven't come across it before. very ethereal.

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  15. Anonymous27 February 2009 at 17:30

    Jo, this is so gorgeous. I love the saying but I can't recall the author (dickenson???). Both the backgrounds are absolutely stunning. Very impressive art work.
    Faye

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  16. Godelieve27 February 2009 at 18:16

    How gorgeous Jo! Love the calming colors.

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  17. johanna27 February 2009 at 18:32

    AWEsome!!!

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  18. Sarah27 February 2009 at 18:35

    Beautiful depth and contrast!

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  19. Audrey27 February 2009 at 19:41

    i love the colour combination - great work

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  20. Anonymous27 February 2009 at 19:49

    What an amazing work of art. I adore the layers and softness of the images and textures - and of course - the quote - sums it all up.

    Hope things 'fall into place' soon and looking forward to seeing yout future blogging.

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  21. deb27 February 2009 at 20:18

    Gorgeous! just love that front BG Jo.

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  22. Silvia(Barnie)27 February 2009 at 20:26

    Such a wonderful card... great saying.

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  23. Hazel27 February 2009 at 20:49

    Jo, this is such a beautiful card- I love grey, as it is so mysterious and serene. What a lovely quote! I hadn't come across it before. I hope next week is better, and that you get some creative time too.

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  24. Hazel27 February 2009 at 20:53

    I forgot to say, I love your new look blog- very spacious and inviting :) The song for today is great, too.

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  25. Karin27 February 2009 at 20:59

    Stunning backgrounds Jo, I love the complete effect of this.

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  26. Anonymous27 February 2009 at 23:16

    What an amazing piece. I love everything about it, the background, the stamp image, the quote... just great!

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  27. joanne wardle28 February 2009 at 03:03

    this is gorgeous, I love the background effect, the bird looks so striking against it

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  28. Hermine28 February 2009 at 07:25

    Its gorgeous.

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  29. Tine28 February 2009 at 08:24

    You have so nice thinks on your blog.
    I like your stil!
    Hugs Tine

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  30. Creative Chaos28 February 2009 at 13:11

    Jo, I have an award waiting for you on my blog :-)
    Patti xx

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  31. Ingrid28 February 2009 at 14:57

    Jo, that's wonderful!

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  32. Angelnorth28 February 2009 at 16:30

    Serene and beautiful Jo, great job!

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  33. Gillian ....28 February 2009 at 19:23

    The colours are beautiful Jo, love the stamps too, a real ethereal piece:)

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  34. ~*~Patty S1 March 2009 at 03:43

    Love that quote, so beautifully done!

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  35. Joanne1 March 2009 at 11:56

    what a beautiful interpretation. xx

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  36. Robin1 March 2009 at 14:38

    Fantastic piece!! That sentiment is my favorite and has so much truth to it!!

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  37. Claireabelle1 March 2009 at 15:22

    Fabulous!
    x

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  38. Anonymous2 March 2009 at 04:25

    I just love all those new papers from Basic Grey's Porcelain's line don't you? Your work as usual rocks!

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  39. Anonymous2 March 2009 at 13:06

    I love the colors! This is just great.

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  40. Anonymous2 March 2009 at 20:42

    really gorgeous !

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  41. AngelaC3 March 2009 at 09:40

    This is beautiful - love the background, is it a salt wash?

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  42. Cardmaking Galore4 March 2009 at 17:11

    this is really lovely

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  43. Vicki G4 March 2009 at 20:41

    What a lovely project! I am very excited to finally "meet" you in a sense and to be introduced to your blog..........

    I love your projects and look forward to visiting often!

    Vicki

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