As I was doing my entry for this weeks challenges I have to confess to being a tiny bit emotional as I look out at my daffodils blooming in the garden I remember my father, who always encouraged my creativity (though I'm sure he did not always understand it!) and I have used paper in my book that he made for me many years ago.......
So as you can guess, this week's entry is a book!
I covered my chipboard cover with cork and inked with broken china and dusty concord DI. I ran the purple metal through Tim's folder. I removed some of the purple with blending solution and then used various alcohol inks to add different layers of colour. I cut it in two and re-assembled as you can see so I could use some design detail on it.
There is also a acetate and glittered butterfly to add interest; a row of bashed brads along the top and some chain and embellishments to finish (Though I am not convinced they work so may change them later but I am running out of time before work)
Have a brilliant day everyone and be blessed in your art!
31 comments:
Love this Neel so many elements and detail. Your work is always so inspiring .
Marilyn
What a stunner Neil. Fabulous metal work and such a vivid colour. What a daring but great choice. So much to look at...wonderful work.
Thanks for joining in with Simon Says Stamp & Show - good to see you again.
Sarah
You have a spectacular gift for the unique. I love what you've done with the metal and chains. Now I have to check and see what the metal is all about - another addiction coming down the road?! Thanks for the inspiration.
Terrific and so special Neil.
Oh, Neil, what can I say but WOW!!!
Your pieces are always sooo beautiful and this is just a wonderful eye candy! You are sooooo talented!!
Woah, not only is this another fantastic work of art that you have created Neil, but it's in purple my favourite colour!
Super creation, love it!
I like the chain and embelishments! I think it is so inventive and creative-your dad would be proud
I absolutely love this piece!! And thanks for the hello (for the new followers)
What a beautiful book, Neil, and a wonderful memory of your dad! This is a magnificent approach to the Design Details technique, and you've added so many magical little touches! It's another stunning work of art from you, and I'm so honored that you've been part of the CCC!
This is great! I love the book as a whole- but I thought the 'bashed brads' were an exceptionally cool detail. I have never seen that before. I'm so glad that I found your blog!
Work with metal is one thing favorite for me and like i see your artwork like that.. what nice work ! So vintage look, i love it ! :-)
This looks great!
Beautiful colours and details:)
Heidi:)
Stunning book, so many details and a fantastic colour.
wow!! this is stunning!!
Really awesome piece of work. Love all the metal (gorgeous color!) and the handmade paper is sensational. Magnificent job on the Show Us Some Metal challenge! So happy you joined in the fun with us this week at Simon Says Stamp and Show.
absolutly stunning Neil and a gorgeous rich purple colour a very special book indeed!
Beautifully done! Thanks for joininig the challenge at Simon Says Stamp & Show.
Very Nice and How special to have some of your father in it.
great porject love the colors
~Jason
Another fabulous piece of work, Neil - love this, and the handmade papers look great. Wonderful end to the series.
Ow very fetching, great vibrant colour, i like it :D
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Hi Neil! This is a beautiful book! I wish our daffodils were blooming here (in Missouri-USA). Still a bit early..but not long! Your book is beautiful! I love the embossing folder you used and the colors are wonderful! Love the handmade papers as well! Love all of your added embellishments as well. This is a perfect project for the Show Some Metal Challenge at Simon Says Stamps and Show! Thanks so much for joining us!!! :)
Brilliant metal art Neil!
wicked piece of art.....love the butterfly nice finishing touch
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I am now officially adding you to my "CREATIVE" hero list......this piece is BREATHTAKING!!
thanks bunches for playing along with the teamies over at Simon Says Stamp and Show!!!
Fabulous work Neil ... LOVE it! Thank you for joining the team at Simon Says Stamp and Show this week ... we hope to see you again soon!
Congrats on the win at SSSS - well deserved for a great piece
Congrats Neil! Very well deserved honor from Simon Says Stamp and Show Challenge!
wowzers...and congratulations...a truly deserved win! :)
Totally awesome!
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