Our TeaPotter swap hostess, jkanack (Jean) has crafted us quite an adventure this month. Mary Nohl was a pioneer in many ways of mixed media art. She was blessed to live a life where her art was her work. There are many interesting articles and always Pinterest, of course. Her family home was on the shore of Lake Michigan. Walking the beach, she found objects that were incorporated into her art.
I was inspired to create another card for todays challenge. It goes in my keeper box.
The stone border stencil (Stencil Girl) was used to create a path to the lake. I used Mixed Media paper to hold up to all the products I would throw at the work. Too many colors and names to list...but then this is a one of a kind anyway. I just kept working at it until I was pleased with the dimension and colors in the stones. Just as Mary liked to walk along the waters edge to find things to use in her art, I dug through the studio to find special vintage sequins and bobbles, and sparkle to sew into the path. I've got glass beads, felt, buttons, snowflake, heart.
Hence my title, i luv 'thunkin'. Reminds me of Dr Seuss, 2! Being in the moment and watching the art come to life is just the best! Thanks for stopping by...and skipping along my stone path.
Date: Tuesday, January 26, 2021 GMT Views: 972
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Registered: June 3, 2016 Location: France Posts: 60538
Tue, Jan 26, 2021 @ 2:21 PM
The sound of silece walking on the cobblestones...so pretty and I understand this is a keeper, your path is amazing and I love all you've found on your way to the lake
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Registered: April 11, 2016 Location: Posts: 30054
Wed, Jan 27, 2021 @ 2:02 AM
Oh wow Susan this is absolutely jaw drop gorgeous. I keep going back to see what else I can find on your path....and that path...yummy. This will definitely be a keeper for any Teapotter and I now wish I was playing as there's so many fantastic cards that will be winging their way to some lucky Teapotters. TFS Happy day and hugs
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Registered: July 27, 2007 Location: Dublin, Ireland Posts: 132012
Wed, Jan 27, 2021 @ 4:03 AM
Ah, I can see why you are keeping this. Amazing stencil and path. And then the contrast of the black background and white sentiment. I love all the little things you found on your "walk" and, as always, your great use of the glass beads.
Registered: August 15, 2007 Location: Twin Cities MN Posts: 50743
Wed, Jan 27, 2021 @ 5:19 AM
This is so real looking...that path is amazing! I can't even imagine what art products you threw at it but you totally nailed it! The little treasures along the way are perfect..so whimsical. What a truly inspired work of art!