And this time, of all things--the circus. I have to admit that I'm not that big of a circus fan. For one thing, I'm afraid of clowns--isn't everyone?? But Graphic 45 got me again with their Le Cirque papers--
I'm such a big fan of Graphic 45. Everything they come out with I love. And in the meantime, this summer, I kept finding circusy-type items at garage sales that I kept picking up--just because---not really having a plan for them.
So the first thing I did was take a regular wood shadowbox, and flip it over, because I knew that it wasn't going to be deep enough for what I wanted to put inside of it.
The back of it is actually the glass part. I just covered it with the Graphic 45 paper. And then I added the knobs on top. And you see that teeny-tiny canvas (flipped over). My plans for that was to take a clown that I found this summer and make a new one!
The canvas is her "body".
And then my little assemblage just seemed to come together on its own--
It was easy with the help of these papers.
And then I took one of my cigar boxes--
I have to say--this time of year (for Christmas gifts), I can't make enough of these boxes. I'm glad that people like them as much as I like to make them.
And one more thing that I wanted to mention. I want to thank Ali for taking the time to put this e-book together. I'm very happy to be a part of this--
It's free and downloadable when you sign up for her newsletter HERE. Thanks so much Ali!
AND.....one more thing--I hope everyone has a Happy Halloween . This is a BIG day for us around here.
Last year Michael Meyers came to our party!--hoping he can come again!
31 comments:
Beautiful art! And LOL on the clowns, yes, they are pretty scary ;-)
Oh that's right. I remember seeing your scary party last year. The costumes were amazing.
I love the circus box you created as well as the doll assemblage. You have an endless supply energy.
wow...you create such brite & beautiful art! thank you much for sharing :)
Oh beautifully done, that assemblage is wonderful and you know I love the boxes you create. I'm thinking circus is working for you as a new theme!
The ebook is very insightful.
Enjoy your halloween fun!
Gorgeous!!!!
Love the art boxes your creating, so magical, just want to look inside for that circus :)
The man sure looks spooky for halloween,lol! We're not quite as creative in the uk.
Have an awesome weekend :)
Julie
I'm not a big circus fan myself,yes also afraid of clowns but these are fantastic,love the clown! Yours is not scary,lol.
Diane, I love your creations! So beautiful. Thanks for the tip on the paper company, I have liked them on facebook, so I can remember to check them out next time I need paper. A major scrapbook store went out of business this year and I was wondering where to find cool paper besides Hobby Lobby and Michaels.
And funny you should mention Michael Myers...we just watched Halloween while we were on vacation in Jackson Hole. Best Halloween movie ever.
You are so effing good, Diane : )
Diane i love circus clowns, and your clown assemblage is perfect! this could be a new avenue for you.
congrats on the e-book. i'll check it out next.
I love these boxes too. I know you sell them at shows, but do you sell them online? I would love to purchase one.
Your clown canvas is so great! It really feels like I am at the circus when I look at her. I love your imagination!
What an amazing circus piece! Love the box too! Happy Halloween!
Diane I don't know how your head doesn't explode with all the wonderful ideas you have. I do not like the circus or clowns, either, but you took that and turned it into something wonderful. Wowza!
I can understand why your boxes are so popular! They're beautiful, they're functional...they allow people to justify an art purchase by saying they can "use" it, too...
Of course, all your creations are lovely...you have such a wonderful imagination :)
Happy Halloween to you, too!
XO
Cam
That is so cute! I love the cigar boy the most. :) I don't like regular circus either but not because of the clowns. Why would you be afraid of clowns?? :)))
Diane,
these are wonderful. i love how you try so many things. love that halloween door photo!
I like Cirque de Souile (SP?), they are so talented and they don't use and abuse animals and they perform to live music - you might love them!
I love Graphic 45 too, and you really made that circus stuff look so cool! I do enjoy the vintage feel to the images. That last photo looks too scary! I'm staying away from your house Monday night! LOL
Both of these pieces are SO fun, Diane!!!! You did a lovely job!!!! :) Thanks for the e-book link and CONGRATS on being part of it!!!! That's really awesome. :) I KNOW you are looking forward to this weekend - Happy Halloween to you and yours!
A group of girlfriends were talking about our disdain for clowns. Then I come to this post...freaky. Your redo is much prettier. Love the whimsical box. They will make amazing Christmas gifts!
Hugs Giggles
Love the boxes and the paper:O) Scary pic of Mike standing in the door!!!!!!
so wonderful
I just love all your work! You're so talented and inspiring.
Oh! Congratulations on your interview! That's awesome! AND I LOVE your new pieces - that paper is great, but only this beautiful in your hands. Love the doll!
Happy Halloween, xoxo
your circus looking art looks great Diane! I like the circus ok, just not the crowds. The circus is always here for Thanksgiving holiday.
I love the Michael Meyers! so creepy :) I hope you had a great Halloween!
xx Jaime
These are fantastic and so festive! Awesome job!~
I love the (not so scary but pretty) clown shadowbox assemblage.. very cool!
xoEsther
Gorgeous boxes and congrats on the ebook, I will check it out when time permits. Wish you busy times and lots of sales :)xxoxo
I like the nostalgia of your circus piece, bringing the paper to life. Your boxes are amazing, I can see why people like them,so unique and detailed. Your Christmas recipients are very lucky!
Diane, OH the doll box, is so fantastic- I can imagine they are sold at once- and your circus box- is wonderful and exploding with colours-you are gorgeous doing everything you think of .
xox-Dorthe
love these!
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