"Living Doll"
3 x 7 inch piece of wood
I wanted to do something personal for this week's Mixed Media Monday prompt, "Hello Dolly." While going through Shona Cole's new book, The Artistic Mother, I am reminded of how important it is to celebrate personal photographs and empheria in art. I hope that Kendra will come to cherish the items I have made for her over the years, and that they will serve as small reminders of how much she means to us. . .
This was made on a piece of wood from the craft store and collaged with several of my own photographs (including the roses and circular perfume label) which have been color enhanced in Photoshop. I also used handmade background papers, water-soluble oil pastels and a picture of Kendra on her first birthday. It was finished with a satin ribbon that has been topped with the barrette she is wearing in the picture.
Thank you for looking! I look forward to seeing all the entries this week . . .
Kristin xo
she is a "doll"-y!
ReplyDeletegorgeous collage!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely living doll, Kristin!
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice memento for Kendra. You are such a loving and thoughtful Mommy!
ReplyDeleteAnother beautiful and meaningful piece, Kristin! I know that Kendra will cherish all of these gorgeous pieces of art! Diane
ReplyDeleteoh Kristin...you almost made me cry...this is so sweet and she will cherish each and every piece made with her Mother's love...you are amazing...and you passion and love always shine through....
ReplyDeletebless your heart!!!
Your "living doll" piece is just soooooo sweet!
ReplyDeleteAnd yes, we had a fab-u-lous time yesterday for my friend's birthday get-together *smiles*
Have a great week ahead and continue to make art!
it's beautiful..I adore it..fabulous that it is made of wood..clever clever! I love the ribbon..your daughter is very lucky to have such a wonderful artist mommy! You are the best.
ReplyDeleteReally sweet tag, Kirstin!
ReplyDeleteOh Kristin this is darling.
ReplyDeleteLovely creation.
you put a smile on my face! your little one is lucky to have such an artistic mom!
ReplyDeleteWhat a dolly!! she's beautiful Kristin! I love the fact that your tag is made out of wood! genious!
ReplyDeletexoxo
Ah, that's lovely Kristin. Truly something to treasure, just like your adorable daughter! I got to play with two living dollies yesterday - my sister's newborn twins! So cute.
ReplyDeleteBriljant, beautiful work.
ReplyDeleteAaaaw, how super sweet!! you've made a treasure!!
ReplyDeleteLinda
Wonderful and sweet 'doll'.
ReplyDeleteso sweet !!
ReplyDeleteAwww she is a cutie!!! What a lovely thing to make for her I'm sure she will cherish it!
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I love it.The little barrett is so cute.Lovely work
ReplyDeleteAwww what a little cutie and so beautiful.
ReplyDeleteHi Kristin,
ReplyDeleteWhat a treasure for little Kendra (love that name btw and she is so cute)! Thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving such a nice comment - Where do I find Somerset studios? I have not heard of them. Would love to follow up on the Poppy thing.
Looking forward to following you!
Smiles
(don't tell anyone...but I am a glitter fiend too!) :-)
ReplyDeleteThis is beyond fantastic!! Truly personal--and adorable! Bravo...you are amazing!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Cindy