........with Kristin's Summer of Color. The color for this week is purple--what a pretty color! And all of the shades of it are wonderful. So first off--here's my art piece that I made--
So my first inspiration was with the workshop that I took with Christy Tomlinson--her She Art Course. I loved this class, and I also wanted to mention that these girls that I had made during my class and took with me to my art fair were VERY popular!
And the next inspiration (or should I say obsession)?
.....what else---but the little family of finches that are living in my flower basket right now. I have to say that I've become--
....with Mom and Dad Finch. Everyday I take down the basket to get a glance and a photo while they patiently watch me from the neighbor's house. As you may have guessed, this is the first time I've ever experienced this miracle of life. To think--just a few short weeks ago it went from this--
to this
So I really enjoyed this week's challenge and to see more--remember to go over to Kristin's blog.
I also want to remind everyone, if you haven't already, you can enter my giveaway. It's the post directly below this one. I'll be drawing the name on Friday.
wowzer!!! this is A-MAZ-ING!!! I love the purple and green together, your lady is just stunning!! and I love the birds and the added bling, as always a total masterpiece!! Hugs Juls
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oh...this is beautiful...i have heard so much about this she art course...wow wow wow....i love all ♥the little details you have put on her....xxx
ReplyDeleteThis is totally charming Diane. I just love all the shades of purple you have used. Your girl is so pretty and that dress.....
ReplyDeleteThe little birds are lovely additions.
Altogether wonderful.
Ant thanks for the update chez finch!! Not long and will have flown.
Enjoy.
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Beautiful pieces and glad to hear that your 'girls' sold well at the fair. Love your birdie inspiration too. I admire your ability to create something wonderful based on a prompt or suggestion from another not something I could pull off!
ReplyDeleteOh wow your piece is fabulous, x
ReplyDeleteLooks great! I always love your colors.
ReplyDeleteHope your summer is going well.
Oh such a soft color,love it! I was wondering if your she art girls went well at your shows,I'm glad they did. I can't believe the mom and dad finch let you get that close to take pictures.
ReplyDeleteLoving the purple and green together, they work perfectly with the lady, what a gorgeous piece :)
ReplyDeleteLove the purple--very nice! Can't believe the birds let you take their nest up and down. Very trusting!
ReplyDeleteThat's wonderful Diane, how exciting to be able to not only experience it but also get some close up photos of it. Your artwork is also so beautiful, I love the summer colors!
ReplyDeleteOne of my friends makes these same "women." She sells them at a local art establishment and they are very popular in Kansas, too. So I am glad you are having fun with yours.
ReplyDeleteLobe the bird photos as well as the ones you added to your painting. Nice tie-in.
That should read LOVE, not LOBE! It's way too hot here and my brain is in meltdown mode.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE your purple lady - her layered dress, the text paper face, the attention to detail. The birds are a great addition, making the whole piece just gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteLoving the purple Diane! And your girl is lovely!! how cute are those little birdies! :)
ReplyDeleteHello Diane! Purple and green remind me of the advent / Christmas season. But in your art work, the colors gave me a refreshing, elegant and serene look. I love it.
ReplyDeleteDIANE! i have been following your posts on this nest full of eggs and now full of babies!
ReplyDeleteyou are right it is a miracle, and i can totally see the inspiration in your beautiful art work.
congrats, grandma!
She is enchanting Diane. Now you have me wanting to take yet another class!!! I will check into it. The colors you used made this piece really come together.
ReplyDeleteLove your she gal. All the wonderful background too. The finches are adorable. We have baby chickadees and I shall miss them when the fly away.
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful.
ReplyDeleteMagical, Diane! :) Love the vintage dress on her. Just beautiful!
ReplyDeleteOh Diane your piece is SO lovely! I really enjoy coming to your blog each week to see your wonderful art pieces and get an update on your birdie family. They've got some real feathers growing in! So cute!
ReplyDeleteI have pondered taking the She Art course - it really looks fun!
Jessi xox
Oh she's just beautiful! I love love love all the layers and texture!
ReplyDeleteLucky you for the baby birds!
Oh Diane I love your piece - all the more so because your friends the Finches are in it. I hope Scott and his siblings come back to visit often!
ReplyDeleteABSOLUTELY beautiful!!!!!! Love the purple. Great job!! --Hugs--Sandie
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful and elegant. I love the green with the purple, they really complement one another. I have heard so many good things about the She Art Course.
ReplyDeleteLove the color purple and you've done such a beautiful job on this piece ♥
ReplyDeleteThose birds are just amazing! What a nest FULL! Love the shades of lavender! ♥
ReplyDeleteLOVE the purples together with the green - what a beautiful and soothing combination!
ReplyDeleteI simply adore this piece! So much depth & detail :) xo Joanna
ReplyDeleteBeautiful piece!!! I loved seeing the nest and the babies too..TFS!
ReplyDeleteWow! I am stunned! This is so lovely! :-)
ReplyDeleteThe whole combination of design and colors is fantastic and a great inspiration!
ReplyDeleteHugs Anja
beautiful work,, its amazingly beautiful,, those photos are brilliant,, imagine getting so close,,
ReplyDeleteOh so amazing...you are!
ReplyDeleteThis is gorgeous; your art is always inspiring and layered with rich details~ Love the birds; thanks for sharing! xXx
ReplyDeleteHi Diane, hope all is well with you! I love the colors on this piece the yellows and purples, so pretty!
ReplyDeleteLove the purple and the green together. It looks great. Love the birdies too. They do look like they are growing fast. Take care.
ReplyDeleteI love these colors - what a lovely collage!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! Love the colors and following your story about the finches...they are so sweet!
ReplyDeleteSo pretty! Love how the finches inspired this one - they are growing up so fast!
ReplyDeleteI can't believe how close you got to the nest, Diane! How lucky you are to be able to watch these little guys grow!!!! And, BTW, I ADORE your purple piece!!! No wonder these little ladies find new homes so quickly -- your work is beautiful! Hugs, Terri xoxo
ReplyDeleteDiane, You are fabulous! I love the colors, the adorable birds, and that birdcage she is holding. Christy's class was wonderful & I am so glad you liked it too. I love coming to see all your creations. :)
ReplyDeletePS I know I saw this post earlier in my reader...but, I must not have commented then. If I did - here I am telling you how fabulous you are - twice! :)
wow, I just stumbled upon your artwork and it's really nice! I love the box you created for the giveaway!!!
ReplyDeleteI love this piece Diane! It's beautiful!
ReplyDeleteJennifer:)
so wonderful to see your lovely art!
ReplyDeleteand the bird nest and babies are a joy indeed. Always a treat to come to your blog.
Oh! They are adorable! And growing so fast . . .Thank you for sharing those with us AND for sharing your beautiful work with us - I love your purple piece - with all the collage work and hand drawn accents - and that birdcage purse is the best! xo
ReplyDeleteWhat a blessing after having internet troubles to be back and catch up on your posts. Wonderful!
ReplyDeleteInspirational!
Blessings to you,
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the purples and greens look amazing together! I soo wanted to take the she art class but didnt have the money! it looks well worth it! great job!
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful Diane!! I love the pretty purples with the olives.
ReplyDeletehow lucky you are to be able to see the birdies and take pics!
oh, I have seen a lot from artists taking her workshop, but let me just say, you have made this your own!!! Fantastic!
ReplyDeleteSweet Friend, Thanks For Popping Over With Your Generous Encouragement Regarding My Recent Disaster. Hey, Your Newest Piece Is Fabulous! LOVE The Multiple Shades Of PURPLE! This Morning I Set My Glasswork Aside And Have Returned To The Studio. Guess My Muse Is Trying To Tell Me Something. So It's Best That I Listen. I've Drafted Out One Of My Rural Country Cottages. Thinking About Taking It To Canvas. Hope You Have A Glorious Upcoming Weekend! Sending You Some Love & Sunshine, Terri
ReplyDeleteWow ! The colors are just wonderful ! And thanks for sharing the little miracle of the nest :)
ReplyDeleteI love your purple piece. I love all the details. The text and pattern paper backgrounds are really neat. I love all the glittery purple details.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous piece!!! And I love your inspiration!! Sweet little birdies. I'd be like you... poking my nose around the nest as often as I can to watch and take photos!! Enjoy!
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Diane,
ReplyDeleteoh how gorgeus it is, I love the purple colors, and the birds there are so wonderfull together with the sweet "she"
looks just fantastic- Diane--
so does your little ones , :)
Hugs,Dorthe
So ladylike and victorian in style. Very pretty, not surprised they sold well at your art fair.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your kind comments on my blog I was so tired when I posted last night I'm glad I made sense LOL. Glad you were able to find me from Rasz's blog, she is so sweet and I am enjoying meeting all the artists online.
The purple art/lady are spectacular! And the way you got to watch the eggs into little birdies is precious!
ReplyDeleteI love your beautiful purple girl. She is lovely! I love the birdies! Oh how lucky you are to get to see this wonderful birth of the babies!!! Beautiful!! Circle of Life!
ReplyDeleteVery nice!
ReplyDeleteWOW, your purple art work is amazing Diane!! I've heard lots of great thing about Christy's courses. I'm liking the look of the She Art Course :)
ReplyDeleteJan x
This is a gorgeous canvas Diane. I just love your lady and purple is one of my favourite colours.
ReplyDeleteLove the little bird story, ah the miracle of life!
Lee:)
She is wonderful...I have been wondering about her she art course.It looks like a fun class. I love her , the colors everything.... = )
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