I've had to put my "jewelry making" on the back burner for a bit (but not for long). I still need to get back to my "day job", because I have ONE more show to go. I must say, that I enjoy this, but next year--easing up on the show circuit. I completely missed Fall this year---when we didn't have the gloomy days, the weather here was beautiful--at least I think it was--I couldn't really enjoy it, because I was too busy here to even get out.
Oh well--about the post, and what I've been doing. In keeping with the style of the Santa that I showed you here, and the Snowman that I showed you here, I made another angel--
I was struggling with her at first, but then I just listened to my own advice, and let her help me, and everything just came together--
I just love to use collage and lots of texture when I make pieces--even if I try not to. I guess you should do what appeals to you the most--right?
So in the end---it all came together--
This is fairly large--about 24 inches long, and no matter how many I took, I just didn't like the photos--but trust me---it's better in person. And right now, I'm working on another angel type--a little bit different medium. I really do enjoy making angels!
She is a sweet angel. I love making them too. I love the musical notes that you incorporate into yours.
ReplyDeleteShe's beautiful,I just love all the details you add. I'm glad you take up close pictures so you can them. Beautiful work.
ReplyDeleteI think it looks fantastic...!!I love angels too..there is just so much you can do with them...the ideas are endless....I love your many layers...!
ReplyDeleteDiane she is lovely! I like making angels too! Love all the texture and colors. Love her hair!
ReplyDeleteThanks for your comment! I don't live near a dick blick so I will order them online! So excited! :)
Really pretty! Is she on a wood panel?
ReplyDeleteShe is really beautiful. I love all the detail and the color is wonderful. I have never done an angel, but would love to try and you inspire me with yours.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful work Diane, love her wings and the embellishment with the word 'Angels' is gorgeous!!
ReplyDeleteMicki x
She's got such a peaceful appearance, and is a real beauty. I love seeing all the details within your pieces, and love looking for every fragment of lace you've used in each of your works. Wishing you time to enjoy a bit of fall ... before winter rushes in.
ReplyDeleteLove, love her! Always enjoy all your embellishments on your pieces. Have an angel theme coming up here too. Must be the season:)
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing piece. I'd say your angel lead you down the right path, this is so beautiful, beautiful colour choices.
ReplyDeleteShe looks so beautiful and serene!! Love it!
ReplyDeleteI also love your jewellery & pendants that you shared in your previous post :)
She's beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI've been busy painting angels
(and being named Diane) too. ;)
Very nice Diane. She's beautiful. Your photos are great. The layers are just awesome. Thanks for sharing, have a great day.
ReplyDeletedon't those struggles always end in beauty? love it!
ReplyDeleteShe is beautiful Linda, so serene.
ReplyDeleteI love all your layers and textures...
Love your angel. And one more show - good luck and then relax right? Well maybe for just 15 minutes....
ReplyDeleteAnd it came together quite well, too! This entire assemblage is gorgeous. Your attention to detail is always fantastic. Super piece!
ReplyDeleteYour angel is stunning! I love all the embellishments you have added to her and the background is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteHi Diane! You are right, it came together perfectly! Your angel is beautiful and your design is just heavenly. Lovely work! :)
ReplyDeleteStunning as always! I was surprised to discover you don't do holiday shows. Seems like some of the other blogs I read are just now gearing up while you are finishing up. I did holiday shows YEARS ago and enjoyed it but also have to admit it also makes you get pretty burnt on looking at all that Christmas! Sounds like you are planning to relax and enjoy the season!
ReplyDeleteHow fantastic, and absolutely beautifull, Diane- she is so lovely, and surrounded with beauty all over,
ReplyDeletehappy week-end dear-
Hugs,Dorthe
Diane! This is gorgeous and I really love the metal embellishments and the texture!
ReplyDeleteThe best book I ever bought to help myself with jewelry was Sharilyn Miller's "Bead on a Wire".
Best ever investment. Also, lots of pracrice to master wireworking. Hope that helps.
Thank you for always being so supportive.
I ADORE her! She is so sweet and serene!
ReplyDeleteAwww she gorgeous, I love the colour and tones in this one and the texture is lovely! I find that the best photos I take of my paintings are usually outside in natural light it seems to show up the colours much better :0) Lovely work!!!
ReplyDeleteyes, i think that when we listen to that inner artistic voice we tap into some great art....and it is definitely working for you!
ReplyDeletekeep on doing what calls to you!
do what you love and you'll love what you do!
ciao bella
creative carmelina
she is gorgeous, love her!
ReplyDeleteShe is truly beautiful! You have done an amazing job with her. The color palette is simply stunning - and she looks so peaceful. Great work, Diane!!!! Theresa
ReplyDeleteWow! Just look at all of these lovely comments, and you deserve them all, Diane! What a beautiful angel!!!! Don't you just love it when the work "talks" to you during the process?!? Hugs, Terri xoxo
ReplyDeleteThis angel is just gorgeous, so ethereal. I love all of the texture and different elements you have put together
ReplyDeleteLee:)
She is lovely!!! I love all the texture you use!!
ReplyDeleteI am in awe of how much detail you add and how much work you put into each piece. Stunning!! :)
ReplyDeleteDiane, to ring the wing like that across her body is such a clever idea, you know how one gets a feeling they would never think of that, I don't think I would of thought of it. Her face the added embellishments and the color are just perfect, I think it would be a hard piece of work to part with.
ReplyDeleteWonderful hair, so I go on and on just so you know, I mean it.
gorgeous! i love all the layers and textures and details. yes, my photos often don't capture a piece as well as i'd like them to.
ReplyDeletei love angels too
ReplyDelete& looove your
peace angel!!!
wingy love to you. xo
This is stunning Diane! The textures and colors are so gorgeous. Hope you are having a great week!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Robin
very pretty and reverent :) I love it and I love your work :)
ReplyDeleteI like this angel piece the best. She has such a lovely expression. Very beautiful.
ReplyDeleteHi Diane I love this piece it looks so vintage I love the coloring and all the antique embellishments beautiful! Sincerely Jonny
ReplyDeleteShe is so beautiful! I was thinking about making angels and then I visited you~ I'll take that as a sign! Sorry you missed Fall's magic; There is still some time to
ReplyDeletewalk, kick some leaves, I hope~
Good luck on your show!
I love all the details of your work, every time you look you see something new~ Lovely!!!
Your angel is just exquisite and so peaceful. I love her! Your work is amazing, I think. Thanks for visiting my blog - I'm glad so I was reminded to come visit you too. What a treat!
ReplyDeleteHi Diane, This Angel is just lovely~ I love it when you feel stuck and you just let it guide you along out of that feeling. Sometimes it takes a twist on what we thought we were creating but that is the amazing part. Thanks for stopping by~
ReplyDeleteI look forward to visiting again.
~Theresa
Oh Diane..this piece is stunning! Love your use of texture. For some reason, I responded immediately to this angel. Her expression releases such serenity. Hugs of Georgia Sunshine, Terri
ReplyDeleteOhhh, I love her! The texture is divine & I love the sheet music on her wings. So pretty.
ReplyDeleteAlso, thank you SO much for stopping by my blog & following! It means so much to me. I have been following you blog for a bit & love it. :)
Happy Creating,
Jen
She's beautiful Diane, look forward to seeing more angel sisters from you. Thanks for the blog love too, I always appreciate your kind words. ♥
ReplyDeleteYour friend,
Jenny
Diane this is absolutely gorgeous!!!
ReplyDeleteHer face and hair are so pretty.
ReplyDeleteYour angel piece that you made is absolutely stunning! I love all the texture and details that you incorporated. Wow, wow, wow!!!!!
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