The challenge over at ARTastic this month is....,
This month we feature a delightful work by Barbara Hanrahan called The Dog, the Cat.
CRITERIA is to use a quote or saying on your submission
If you pop over to ARTastic not only will you be able to read more about the artist Barbara Hanrahan but be inspired by the DT's take on the challenge
Here is my take on the challenge
I took my inspiration from the colours and patterns. I created my background with paints and also used a stencil here and there for the pattern.
The quote I used "You make me Happy when skies are grey " seemed appropriate for this photo. It was my birthday and it was also the day my Mum had to go into a nursing home. It was a very hard and sad period of my life. When I was looking for a photo for the challenge and came across the photo's of my birthday I hated them all of me. They say the eyes are the windows to our soul and in every photo my eyes look tired, hollow and sad. But then I saw this one of me looking at my Grandson and smiling. My Grand children are my comfort and sunshine when skies are grey.
You Make me Happy When Skies Are grey
"Be You" chippy is from StudioFourteen4o. The rest of the chipboard was a beautiful gift from Lou Nelson. I was blown away by Lou's generosity and could not wait to play with the goodies she sent .
I really enjoyed creating this layout and it came together quite quickly.
Thank you for popping by and I hope you can join us this month.
Love, Peace and Sunshine
Mary x
6 comments:
This looks as beautiful here as in real life! Those feathers really are beautiful & I ADORE your bg work with the pinks and oranges. And that photo is a stunner. You all look really happy!!!
LOOOVE it:):)
I am sure that was not an easy time for you.. I have elderly parents and just pray they keep well for as long as they can.. Your layout is lovely, the back ground paint is amazing, love the feather chippie and that photo is full of love..
This is such a fun, vibrant page Mary. Loving the feather xx
I love the colours of this one ... my faves. Beautiful photo too.... <3
absolutely gorgeous-love the color palette and those feathers~
Wow - this is a knockout Mary. Love the glow on your faces, which works so well with the MM background. A new fave for me. :D
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