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| Enamel, plastic, and other brightly colored pins |
I have the most wonderful excuse for collecting beautiful (little)
things for my "Altared Books." Since my work encompasses so many
themes, I am always on the lookout for fun items to bring my imagined scenes to
life. Sometimes, I imagine a theme in my mind and then add it to my list. Then,
when I'm out cruising for goodies, I check my list to keep that new idea in
mind. Often times, though, I find an unusual piece and am moved to create a
whole book around that item. I wonder if a viewer even knows what the
inspiration was when viewing my work. I hope that everyone brings their own
interpretation to the piece. In this way, each person makes the art their own
experience. I love it when people tell me a story that they come up with for a
book. I feel it gives the art a whole other life.
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| Springy collection for an upcoming Easter "Altared Book" |
Today, I'm working on a spooky Fall
themed book. I'm using a stamp I made, punched birds and leaves, various
fabrics, paint, inks, broken pottery bits, as well as many jewelry pieces.
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| Sparkly pin collection for books (or maybe a bouquet?) |
While I'm in
love with this book, I am already looking forward to rounding out the
collection of Springy thingies to make a happy little Easter book. I so enjoy
bringing home, and sorting through my treasure, that I thought I'd share some
of my pretties with you here.
I hope you
enjoy the eye candy as much as I do!
Blessings,
Laura P.
