Wow, just like summer--the Summer of Color was here one minute and gone the next. This is the final week, and for this week Kristin wanted us to have a show and tell of our art pieces that we made. What a very fun challenge this was. It helped us explore colors that we normally would just pass over, and because of this I have, and I'm sure others too, discovered new colors that we'll continue to use and add to our artwork. Sometimes it really was a bit hard just to focus on the main color, but I have to say that I am very happy with all of my pieces, and Kristin's prompts gave me great ideas too. Plus, I want to thank all of you for stopping by and leaving comments--I've met some very special artists because of this event.
So here they are--beginning with week 1--
My blue box--had a vintage feel to it with these great images, and I even included a photo of my family.
Week 2 was green--
I used strips of green papers to make my mosaic-like collage.
And this was my pink mirror for week 3--
It actually started out more blue, but I wasn't liking it so I added the soft pinks to it, and it ended up being one of my favorite pieces.
And then yellow was week 4--I loved this one with the embossed metal added to it--
And right next to it was my canvas turned over to make a shadowbox for my altered wood house for week 5--the color brown.
Red was the color for week 6--this is one color that I don't use a lot of. I tend to brown it up a bit with an umber paint, but I decided to just go with true red---and I liked it, and I'm starting to grow very fond of this color now!
The wonderful color purple was week 7--
...ahh...She Art---need I say anymore....
and finally--orange--my fun roosters that I never get tired of painting!
So when I look at all of these, I really didn't have a common theme or anything, but the one thing that remained constant was my love of paper and collage! I really enjoy using any kind of paper in my artwork. And once again, Kristin--thank you for this very fun Summer of Color!!!
And since I've been documenting the story (during the Summer of Color) of the Finch family (Scott, Nick, Lisa, Jennifer, and John), this has come to an end also--but a happy one. All 5 of them thrived and are now out on their own. And of course I have to show you the empty nest in all of its disgusting glory--
Mom wasn't the greatest housekeeper, but she sure was very loving and protective--a great role model!
42 comments:
What a mucky nest haha! All safely brought up and fledged into the big world. Wonderful!!
And your Summer of Colour Diane has been glorious. My favourites of yours are green and purple I think.
Hope Lenny is behaving himself.
x
What a joy it has been to see your collage work each week! Such a diversity of projects - but all relating to paper and collage. Very inspiring!!
Have enjoyed following the finch family too. Happy to hear they are all flying and out of the nest. The robins that were in a nest during the Red Week are now gone, but a new batch of wrens was born this past week. Have seen the parents flying constantly to feed the babies. Such hard workers!
I just love what you did each week. It's been a great challenge. Nice to see the nest empty, too. :)
These are all so fabulous! I love that you try all sorts of subjects and techniques, but keep your style and whimsy....true Diane sunshine radiating from each one!!
Gorgeous work Diane... really love the yellow too :)) and nice to see the Finch family have left home...
Jenny x
Amazing and very creative art, I love it!
Have a nice week, kisses:)
Your pieces have been a delight and I have truly wanted to touch some of them...lol...so much goodness...and I have lived your little birdie tale...thankyou...xxx
Gorgeous art work, I especially love the red one! So happy to read about Bob, the three-legged dog. So glad he's happy again ;-)
a rainbow of radiance.
lovelove. xox
looks like you had a very busy summer!
Beautiful collection of colorful, summery art! Thank you for that presentation. Yucky nest...haha! Happy birds is all that matters. Enjoy the rest of August, kathy
It's been a treat following you each week & watching your creations! What a colourful summer it has been :D
xo Joanna
Hi Diane!!
I just love all your collages and the beautiful colors!! You inspire!!
So many gorgeous creations Diane! I love them all, but I favor the green!
It's been a great journey through the rainbow with you Diane and all your wonderfully created treasures. Glad to see that the little birds are doing so well. We've been following their progress here with great care.
It has given me so much pleasure each week seeing your fabulous works, thank you. Great to hear the birds are all OK and have flown the nest, albeit a mucky one.....lol xx
bravo for you diane! and thank you so much for posting (previously) about the sweetest guy in the world.... BOB! I hope this works for Bob. I had my church praying for Bob. My pastors wife had declared him healed and whole! And welcome your new family member Lenny! For the life of me I would have never imagined you a turtle lover. One day you must blog on your love for the tortoise.
good day!
Your collages are beautiful....empty nest not so much...smiles...Have a great week Diane!
They are all pretty amazing creations of yours. I think my absolute favorite one is the 'purple'. Love them all.
Hugs and blessings.
Kelly
Awe, what a fitting end! I love seeing that empty nest - although a bit sad that they've all gone. It was fun to hear their story as we followed your color journey, thank you for sharing that and of course for all of your beautiful art! I am so impressed with your talents and have loved having you in the event. Now, back to our regular blogging schedule . . . xoxo
This was a lovely recap of your Summer of Color. Your artwork is just beautiful! My thanks to YOU for sharing the saga of the sweet little finches. I looked forward to each update.
Hi Diane!
Lovely work you did! I loveee the purple lady but then again the chickens are also beautiful and and ... oh they are all beautiful!
Well done! Always inspiring to visit your blog :)
Have a great day!
Ansota
All so gorgeous! They all hold your signature style but are all so unique too. I like it that you use all different colors and even themes and styles. It must keep it fresh that way. I just adore the blue box. I really like how you raised the flowers to give it dimension.
Have a great week!
Holly
I loved revisiting all these lovely colors. I think you should stick with true red, because it is one of my favorite pieces. I really enjoyed seeing the empty nest, too. Very satisfying end to this summer of color!
WoW! Thanks for showing all of your colorful pieces in one post. I just love an art show! All so different, but all so recognizably you!
♥♥♥
Your collage work has been so wonderful and different. It has been a joy to see what you came up with each week.
I just discovered your blog.
I love the colors and the textures in your artwork.
It was fun looking at all of them together! Loved all of them! And what a yucky nest,but I'm glad it was a happy ending.
I am truly in awe of you and so inspired. I will continue to follow you. YOu are such an amazing artist. So much love and detail into each piece. Incredible.
Such a beautiful array of unique explorations in colour. Love them all.
Your art is so clever...love the sun piece!
So lovely seeing all your diverse 'colour' creations again Diane :)
Amazing art pieces..
..and thanks for the update on the Finch family too ;)
Jan x
Diane I just love all your work! Its so creative and unique! Each new piece I see I think it's my favorite until I see the next one!!! Your use of different medias and color truly inspires me.
Thank you for posting the finch family. It was fun watching them grow up.
well I think all your colour pieces are superb but think my fav has to be the chickens as I love visiting the farms to look at the chickens
Your work is always fun to see.
Thanks for sharing so many today!
so fun to see all your gorgeous pieces together.
These are all so lovely, I can't decide which is my favorite.
Hope you are having a great week!
What a busy girl you've been and what an amazing array of projects - although I must admit to my favourite being the blue box. Glad to hear your lil birds have safely flown too.
How wonderful to see the whole group together! I can't pick a favorite...they're all unique and special. GREAT Job Diane:)
Diane, thanks for putting them all together in one post as I have not been keeping up so well with all my blogs. Great job on all the colors! and things for virtually visiting me!
Red is my favorite, great job!
love your collection of art! You made so many awesome pieces during the challenge--I love all the details and unusual elements you add (faucet handle!!LOVE it!!) I started too late to have much to show, but next year I'll be on the ball. :)
~Scarlett
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