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Friday, August 19, 2011

Some More Houses.....

...with  help  from  Cosmo  Cricket  papers  and  a  vintage  children's  reader  school  book.   Who  would  have  thought  that  after  all  of  these  years,  the  books  that  helped  me  learn  how  to  read  are  now  helping  me  in  my  art.   I  really  enjoy  using  these  old  books--books  that I  mostly  find  at  garage  sales  that  were  destined  for  the  trash,  but  instead  they're  in  a  piece  of  artwork  for  someone  to  enjoy.   I  really  like  putting  things  in  my  art  that  have  a  past  to  them.

and  also  thanks  to  these  very  cool  grungeboard  letters  from  Tim  Holtz--very  fun  to  work  with.

And  this  time  I  challenged  myself.   I  decided to  make  a  collage  and  put  it  in  a  frame  under  glass.   That's  very  hard  for  me  to  do--make  something  flat  with  no  dimension  or  those  embellies  that  I  love--but  I did  it!

...and  I  really  like  how  it  looks  under  the  glass.   I  made  it  on  foamcore  so  it  was  nice  and  sturdy  for  all  of  the  papers  and  paint  that  I  put  on  it.   I  think  I'll   be  doing  this  again.

So  now  I  have  3  more  completed  pieces  for  my  upcoming  show--



My  show  is  in  3  weeks,  and  I'm  a  bit  nervous  about  it.   This  will  be  my  first  year  there--I  actually  blogged  about  it  HERE.   I'm  really  looking  forward  to  it, but  what  has  me  a  bit  nervous,  is  that  it's  3  consecutive  weekends.  I've  never  done  a  show  like  this  before  in  the  Fall  so  I'm  hoping  that  I'm   making  enough.   I've  been  working  like  a  madman,  but  loving  it,  especially  the  houses.   These  came  together  so  easily  for  me.

I  am  however   taking  a  short  overnight  break  to  Columbus,  Ohio.  I'm  leaving  today  for  the  craft  wholesale  show  that  I  always  go  to,  and  while  I'm  there,  I'll  be  going  to  the  Dick  Blick  art  supply  store  too--if  anything  just  to  walk  around  and  look--like  a  kid  in  a  candy  store!
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41 comments:

  1. Cathy BuetiAugust 19, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    I love these Diane! That is so exciting about the show! I am sure you will do great! The closest Dick Blick store for me is in NYC . . . need to get there someday and just walk around!! Have fun!

    Thanks for your comment on my pink post! lol I started a new she art girl last night! So much fun picking out clothes! lol

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  2. Denise August 19, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    These are amazing and are sure to sell straight away. Good luck for the show - I'm sure you will do very well.
    I LOVE your work
    Denise xx

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  3. Bren Graham ThebeauAugust 19, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    What a unique and intriguing venue you will be participating in, enjoyed the post about it. Know you are going to do well there and I can understand your concern with having enough of your art available over the 3 weekends, hard to say how fast it will go. You may well be scrambling durning the week for the next weekend!
    Beautiful new pieces, love them all.

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  4. BuffyAugust 19, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    I love them all!!! Beautiful! Wow three weekends in a row,thats a big show! I think I would be nervous too. Have fun at Dick Blicks and the wholesale show.

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  5. Janet GhioAugust 19, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    You will do great at the show I am sure!! Have fun with Dick!!

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  6. Rebeca TrevinoAugust 19, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    congrats on your upcoming show! very exciting! you have a real 'signiture' to your work, i can see why it is appealing to many people. i am sure you will do great at the show.
    keep us posted.

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  7. HeatherAugust 19, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    These are so bright and beautiful! Love all the details :D

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  8. Terri KahrsAugust 19, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    What an awesome addition to your growing inventory, Diane!!! Sounds like you've got an awesome day planned. Just be sure to limit yourself in Dick Blick!!! OMG! Whenever I have a chance to go, I want everything I see!!!! Enjoy!!! Hugs, Terri xoxo

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  9. linda (dots n doodles)August 19, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    These 3 are gorgeous. You manage to pack so much into your pics with fabulous cohesion. Good luck with the show!

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  10. Nancy EatonAugust 19, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    Hi Diane! I just found your site through Saundra Lane's blog. I love, love, love your art! I'm so excited to find another blog to visit to keep my juices flowing!

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  11. GlorV1August 19, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    These are just awesome Diane. They are going to go very fast. Really great wook and very inspiring. Have fun at Blick's and at the show.

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  12. NettyAugust 19, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    Oh wow Diane, they are all stunning. No need to be nervous, everyone will love them. xx

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  13. DortheAugust 19, 2011 at 2:01 PM

    Hi Diane,
    they looks wonderful,-and the new piece under glass, is so fantastic- I love the use from "your" old school books.
    I wish you good luck on the 3 week-end show-- woow, you need much art to take with you, dear-- but don`t we do much under presure ?
    Hugs,Dorthe-and have fun on the wholesale show :)

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  14. Sharon TomlinsonAugust 19, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    Just love looking at all your art pieces. Oh my 3 weekends in a row would be tough to plan for. Wondering if you are able to make things during the week between the weekends. Like the "hot" items.

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  15. BeccaAugust 19, 2011 at 2:19 PM

    Hi Diane! Wow, you just keep making more beautiful art! I have no doubt about your success. You will do great in the show! I wish I could be there. :-) I love Dick Blick, and can spend hours in there...have fun!

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  16. Dallas SillsAugust 19, 2011 at 3:24 PM

    Good luck on your show(s)!

    I'll be rooting for you.

    and I like those houses a lot!

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  17. Lynn CohenAugust 19, 2011 at 3:59 PM

    I love all of these! Have fun shopping!!!

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  18. Lillian August 19, 2011 at 4:01 PM

    your art is amazingly beautiful Diane
    love your blog.Good luck with your show.
    Lillian
    http://www.canadianscraptramp.blogspot.com/
    http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mixedmediaart/

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  19. Theresa PlasAugust 19, 2011 at 5:37 PM

    They're all wonderful! Enjoy your getaway and best wishes for lots of sales:)

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  20. JessiVilleAugust 19, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    Diane, I'm a fan! These pieces are just perfect! So wish I could come to see all of your fabulous art at the show. You will share pictures I hope?
    Jessi xox

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  21. CreateologyAugust 19, 2011 at 11:17 PM

    Your art is wonderful and I believe you will do just fine at your shows. You will be tired but lots of sales will help get past tired. Enjoy the Dick Blick art store...I have only been online with all they have to offer. Happy creating and fabulous weekend to you...

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  22. Healing WomanAugust 20, 2011 at 6:18 AM

    I can't wait to hear your impressions of Yankee Peddler. Will you be in the section where you have to build your cabin etc? I understand there is a new section-more modern. Naturally, I had to do it the hard way-mine looked like an Indian teepee. Anyway, I miss that show and I'm pretty sure you will do great (if the economy allows)

    Also, YOU LUCKY DOG getting to go to a Dick Blick outlet! Have fun.

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  23. LoveyAugust 20, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    Beautiful Diane and good luck with everything!

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  24. Liverpool Lou (Anne)August 20, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    Gorgeous stuff Diane :-) Good luck with show
    Anne x

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  25. Liverpool Lou (Anne)August 20, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    just followed the link about the show, all the stuff looks fantastic; just love those giraffes :-)
    Anne x

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  26. EmelieAugust 20, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    By now your enjoying yourslsef looking at items needed for your art and wanting it all, trying to have enough for up coming projects.
    Except you make everything look new again from your finds.
    I like children's books also, the font is so good, on the collage I see you have the hit and miss of words , adds so much interest to the art, I like to choose a word that fits that day.

    I understand your thoughts about having enough art work, I do remember those feelings, then what sold was what I didn't think would sell. Fall shows are so much fun and the time of year, I remember an outside show with colored leaves falling on the art it was a great addition.

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  27. rachel awesAugust 20, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    honey, YOU are one
    abundant VALENTINE.
    smooch! xox

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  28. Theresa MacNaughtonAugust 20, 2011 at 7:36 PM

    Hi Diane! These are such beautiful pieces! I KNOW they will do extremely well in the show, and I wish you much success with it. I am sure your hard work will pay off wonderfully.

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  29. KathyAugust 21, 2011 at 12:59 AM

    Diane, your work never ceases to amaze me!! Have fun on your trip and indulge yourself with some new art supplies. If there was ever someone who deserves it, it's you!!

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  30. Bleubeard and ElizabethAugust 21, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    I really love this series. I love houses, and you make the BEST. I've been away due to company, but I'm glad you made it to Dick Blick. I bet that's a fun trip.

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  31. kae peaAugust 21, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    have i already commented on how wonderful i think these are? oh well, if i did, then i will say it again! LOVE them! xokp

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  32. BeckyAugust 21, 2011 at 1:13 PM

    Oh your art is just so sweet.Im a new follower.I found you on Indigo Girls page.I see your from Pennsylvania too.

    Best of luck to you with the show!

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  33. UnknownAugust 21, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    Just wonderful work I love these ;0) Dxx

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  34. Gloria MartinAugust 21, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    Beautiful pieces Diane!! I love the vibrancy and energy in your creations. You're going to shine at the show!!!! xo

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  35. LorraineAugust 21, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    you will do really well at this show Diane as your art work is very easy on the eye and will look perfect in anybodys home

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  36. MarlynnAugust 21, 2011 at 5:24 PM

    Love your homes!!! Your art work is always inspirational! Hugs

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  37. CameronAugust 22, 2011 at 4:33 AM

    I just adore seeing your work here, but I can only imagine how, in person, one can appreciate every little detail!!! I bet they are spectacular up close!

    Those patrons are going to go gaga over your work....or at least, if they're smart they will...haha!

    I think you'll be pleasantly surprised at the response to your art....and with any luck, you didn't make enough....you'll come home empty handed (but pocketbook abulge) with a long list of orders to fill.....heehee! *wink* ;P

    All my best,
    Cam

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  38. Gaby Bee August 22, 2011 at 7:21 AM

    I have to confess I had not visited your blog for quite a while. You certainly have created a unique personal style. You always use such amazing colors and the details are just perfect. Love all your latest creations, Diane.

    Good luck with the show!

    Have a wonderful week!
    Hugs,
    Gaby

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  39. Šolanje na domu-WaldorfAugust 22, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    These houses are awesome! :) Congrats on the show. I'm excited for you. :)

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  40. Lisa GordonAugust 22, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    What beautiful work you do Cat.
    These are just fantastic!

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  41. Carolyn OConnorJune 20, 2017 at 5:08 AM

    I love your art! The boxes are my favorite. Your use of color and embellishments are so creative. Great job!

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