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Tuesday, March 15, 2011

Coral Reef

The fish are brass pieces that I painted with alcohol inks.  The other sea life (octopus) and plants are images of vintage jewelry.  I’ve added Glossy Accents, Stickles, rhinestone’s and pearls to add sparkle and dimension.  The background is paper clay that has been pressed with a rubber stamp and painted with alcohol inks.  Sunday I will be posting a tutorial on how to create paper clay backgrounds and embellishments using rubber stamps.

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22 comments:

  1. UnknownMarch 15, 2011 at 6:17 PM

    Wow, I love this one!!

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  2. AnonymousMarch 15, 2011 at 8:41 PM

    I really think these are my favorite fish...or, do you think it has something to do with the jewelled reef they are living in? Absolutely stunning, Laura!

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  3. annMarch 15, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    This is outstanding....!!!!
    Thank you for sharing your amazing ideas and Techniques

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  4. KayleneMarch 16, 2011 at 12:22 AM

    That is amazing, bravo

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  5. PatMarch 16, 2011 at 12:46 AM

    A fabulous fishy creation!!
    Pat

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  6. JoanneMarch 16, 2011 at 4:05 AM

    This is so vibrant. I bet there is a sea garden just like that somewhere lovely and warm and unspoilt. Lovely.
    Luv Joanne xx

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  7. JunibearsMarch 16, 2011 at 4:41 AM

    WoW! Just fabulous work. Beautifully designed and executed. Love your talent. xx

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  8. TaluulaMarch 16, 2011 at 4:58 AM

    Oh my .... this is exquisite and I love it.

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  9. RenMarch 16, 2011 at 6:34 AM

    Like everyone else, I just love this. The colors and composition are just perfect. It's actually hard to tell what is dimensional and what is just images. Wonderful work!

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  10. Karenliz HendersonMarch 16, 2011 at 7:18 AM

    WOW! Outstanding! Beautiful work.

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  11. Beverly SagerMarch 16, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    This is beautiful - love the use of vintage jewelry pieces. And can hardly wait for the background tutorial! Thanks so much for sharing. BeBe

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  12. Elaine AMarch 16, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    OMG Laura! This is absolutely breathtaking! It is so full of life. I love how this turned out, you rock!

    Elaine Allen

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  13. Silvia(Barnie)March 16, 2011 at 8:26 AM

    That's fabulous, wonderful elements.

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  14. DaphneMarch 16, 2011 at 9:07 AM

    Wow, so original!

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  15. indybevMarch 16, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    Where do I begin? This is absolutely fantastic. Coloration of the fish is perfection, and the jeweled reef is stunning. Standing ovation from my corner of the world! Thanks for sharing!

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  16. RPLancasterMarch 16, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    I like this Laura,
    I'll be checking in for the tutorial..


    Paulette

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  17. cardsandmorebygigiMarch 16, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    Wow...this is SO cool. I love it!!

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  18. MelisaMarch 16, 2011 at 11:59 AM

    Oooo, gorgeous! Love, love, love it!

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  19. Dolly DaydreamsMarch 16, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    Amazing ! What a glorious fishy creation . Will keep an eye out for your tutorial.

    Marie

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  20. HesterMarch 16, 2011 at 3:51 PM

    Laura,

    Perfect for all the Pieces in the month of March. Just Artfully fantastic!

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  21. LynnFMarch 16, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    Stunning work, Laura. The whole piece is dazzling!

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  22. Lynn StevensMarch 17, 2011 at 8:39 AM

    Stunning Laura, Those fish are incredible!
    Lynn

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