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Friday, July 15, 2011

Behind the Garden Wall

The inspiration for this piece is the image of the woman.  I just love the colors and style of her dress and her lovely face.  I’ve had her sitting around my studio for a while as I decided what to do with her.  The paper in the far background is from Land of Nod Studios.  Deborah offered it up on one of her “Free Photo Fridays”.  Next I added an image of an old frame and a piece of architectural detail at the bottom.  The metal gate is a wire piece I purchased at Michaels craft store several years ago.  It’s one of the many things I’ve bought that I didn’t know how I would use, but knew it would be perfect for something someday.  The gold at the bottom is a piece of lace.  Lastly there are brass birds and bees, beading, paper flowers, fabric flowers, brass flowers, and images of vintage jewelry.  The overall size of the piece is 3” x 6”.

28 comments:

Julia @ Vintage with Laces said...

It's gorgeous, Laura! I love the image and the colors as weel as all the beautiful details you have added.
Hugs,
Julia

Sarah said...

What beautiful embellishments for a lovely image.

Rebecca Nelson said...

Came by to see where you create! I'll be back!

Your artwork is stunning. Would love to see MORE!

Blessings~

Rebecca

Joanne said...

How wonderful. That title took me back about 55yrs when my aunty and uncle lived next door but one to a UK comedian who used to do an act called 'over the garden wall'. He wasn't as good looking dressed as a lady as yours though LOL!
Hugs Joanne xx

Astrid Maclean said...

What a stunning piece!!! Love everything about it and that image is indeed very special. The colors are magical!

Gina Peake said...

This is gorgeous. Everything is just perfect.

The Sparkly Fairy said...

All I can say is Wow!

bobbie said...

Ya know... I'm running out of superlatives for your work!!!

Leanne said...

wow. wow. WOW. I came to look at your studio (which I haven't done yet) and your art caught my eye. I love this piece to bitses. Am adding you to my Google Reader list!

Karenliz Henderson said...

Amazing! Gorgeous!

Elaine A said...

Laura -

This is just beautiful! What a lovely face the woman has and you've put her in the perfect setting. I'd love a garden like that!

Elaine Allen

Mary Ann Tate said...

I really really love this one:)

Hardwick Creations said...

Absolutely stunning Laura! Thank you for sharing with us.

Lesley said...

Laura this is stunning. What a beautiful piece of artwork.
Lesley

Donna said...

GORGEOUS!!! I love the beautiful colors, your art is always amazing.

Donna

Lynn Stevens said...

Another jaw dropper, Always a treat to see your art!
hugs Lynn

Angie said...

It's beautiful Laura. Gorgeous colors, a beautiful image and great details. Beyond description!

Wishing you a wonderful week....Angie

bertie said...

This is such a gorgeous piece! You are certainly gifted and have a wonderful imagination. I love the seahorses in your website banner! So glad I found you! I am going to be adding you to my sidebar of favorite blogs! blessings to you...bertie
www.queenbartistry.blogspot.com

JoAnne said...

It is a stunning piece Laura!

Kris Dickinson said...

An absolutely stunning piece Laura!

Mixed Media/ Altered Crafts said...

This turned out really Gorgeous! It could not get any better! Such a creative piece full of details!
I am awed and inspired! Hugs,Tee

Sandi McLean said...

Love each and every detail. I feel like I have discovered a treasure chest coming here. Can't wait to dig in and see more!

michelle said...

This is such a beautiful piece Laura, another stunner!!

Sue Young said...

Omg omg.I am speechless?

EVERYTHING ANASTACIA said...

Oh my...everything's just lovely! I love your work and attention to details! Glad I stopped by your creative world. Beautiful space you got going there!
Hugs,
Reina

Electra said...

This is stunning! So rich and so many layers!

peggy aplSEEDS said...

wow, this is an amazing piece! i love all the details and you surely found the perfect project to put together all these little bits you've been keeping. gorgeous!

lilyandthelotus.blogspot.com said...

It is a privilege to gaze at such beautiful art Laura. You have blessed my life with beauty.thank you seems a small statement.