Recently I came across a tea art print that a sadly departed fellow artist had sent me. Above is a detail photo and here is the whole print:
This gorgeous art is by Tracey Fletcher King and you can read/see more in this post. I am fortunate to have lots of art in a variety of sizes, mediums and formats from artist friends, most of whom I never met in person. But my space isn't large enough to keep it all out all of the time so I rotate the art pieces throughout the year in order to display each of them at one time or another. Sharing this special piece of art with the T Stands For Tuesday gang. I raise my cup to you all ⛾!
Here is a new journal page for this month's theme (All Kinds Of Weather) over at Art Journal Journey:
I kept a lot of white space to capture the essence of cool and crisp and chose this Dina Wakley leaf stencil sprayed with Dina Wakley Gloss Sprays in fall colors then fussy cut it. The brick stencil is by Wendy Vecchi and I used modeling paste through it for texture.
One more journal spread- this one in the Dina Wakley Kraft Journal:
Here are a few close ups:
Dina Wakley stamp sets, Collage Collective papers, printed tissue paper sets. Posca pens for doodling. The face image was about to be tossed because I had accidently put a piece of paper with something wet on it over top of my image. When I tried pulling it off it tore and left black marks on the face. Then something made me want to use it as my thoughts went to "perfectly imperfect". Aren't we all...
Joining in with Paint Party Friday later this week. Have a wonderful, safe, warm, and creative week everyone!
“There is something in the nature of tea that leads us into a world of quiet contemplation of life."
Lin Yutang
Hi Linda, Lovely art-I enjoyed viewing all the pieces It's always nice to have art from a good friend. Happy T wishes Kathy
ReplyDeleteI think many of us were touched by Tracey, Linda. I visited her blog all the time when she was posting, and I was saddened to learn of her death earlier this year. She was a fantastic watercolor painter and a great friend to all. Thanks for using this wonderful art with us for T this Tuesday, dear.
ReplyDeleteI have been playing with my brick stencil and mine is never as good as yours. It's also hard to clean, too. BUT, I sure love what you created for Chris's theme at Art Journal Journey. Thanks for sharing both of your spreads and Tracey's beauty with us this Tuesday, dear Linda.
Beautiful art, Linda. I am loving your journal layout. And that tea print is gorgeous! What a treasure to have from your friend.
ReplyDeleteHappy Tea Day,
Kate
That is a wonderful tea print. It is so sad about Tracey Fletcher-king. I took a couple of online classes with her and she could more than just draw; she could also teach. This is a perfect piece for T. And I love your weather page for AJJ. It is perfect for Chris' challenge. Thanks for sharing with us. Have a happy T day and new week ahead. Hugs-Erika
ReplyDeleteLove the idea of rotating art! And this really is a nice piece.
ReplyDeleteYes, cool it is here, too, brrrr. Love the brick-wall.
Breathe, and have a happy T-Day.
Fabulous art, Linda, love the art journaling, and the entry for Chris' challenge at AJJ, much appreciated! I still have a book with that print that Tracey sent me one Christmas, I treasure it! HaPPY T day, hugs, Valerie
ReplyDeleteHi Linda, Your artwork is lovely, I love the Tea print, such soft colours.
ReplyDeleteSo lovely to have something to treasure from a friend.
Happy T Day
I agree that your use of white space is very effective, with just the one stem of leaves. The tea art is also pretty.
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Beautiful art Linda, and the tea print is very special!
ReplyDeleteRotating art is a great idea. I tend to just pack the walls full lol Happy T Tuesday!
ReplyDeleteWow! amazing leaf art and love the 'take me as I am.' ~ so creative ~ Xo
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Oh that flower artwork is divine ~ 'Breathe in...' Xo
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That is a gorgeous print, and so perfect for T-Day. I don't know the artist but plan to have a look at her blog (if it still exists)
ReplyDeleteI love the 'take me as i am' page. The blemished face says it all. Nobody is perfect.
The leaf is beautiful, and as Mae says, the sue of the white space is very effective.
Happy T-Day,
Hugs,
Lisca
Lovely art from both you and Tracey. I particularly liked the leaf on the textured brick.
ReplyDeleteRotating art how fun. The tea art is a great piece. The space on your weather page makes me think blustery. The leaf is blowing away. It's very windy outside my window today. Happy T Day
ReplyDeleteI recognized Tracey's art immediately. A treasured gift for sure. Your art is lovely and so beautifully done.
ReplyDeleteIt's good to be able to remember your friend with your gifted art. I love that leaf again the wall - a really lovely page for my theme at AJJ, Thank you.
ReplyDeleteI really hope to have some time to play with my new Dina Wakley stamps soon, Your page really gives me some inspiration. Belated Happy T Day, Chrisx
Wonderful artwork here ~ and awesome gift from Tracey Fletcher ~ Xo
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A super post Linda and lots of wonderful art to look at, thank you for linking with Chris's theme at AJJ.
ReplyDeleteYvonne
Love your journal pages Linda, and that tea print is so lovely. Happy T Day Elle/EOTC xx
ReplyDeleteHappy PPF, Linda. Enjoy your weekend, hugs, Valerie
ReplyDeleteYour art looks beautiful, Linda. The captions ring so true.
ReplyDeleteLove the lovely tea print you have from your friend Tracy.
Best Wishes and Happy PPF!
Beautiful artworks! I love the leaf art (and the caption). The artwork by Tracey is lovely!
ReplyDeleteYour art is so lovely Linda. And we all remember Tracey, so sad. It is a perfect way to honour her at the tea party.
ReplyDeleteWishing you a magical, loving and creative weekend ~ Thanks for all your lovely supportive comments ~ Xo
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A gorgeous painting by Tracey Fletcher and so wonderful that you have this treasure. Your pages are so beautiful. The leaf is so striking on the white brick background. The background colour wash on the Kraft journal is amazing, and not to mention the wonderful text. Love them!
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Luv all your pieces. The fern is my fabourite. Sadly Tracey has passed on but its good that her art is still around to fill us with delight.
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These are all beautiful!
ReplyDeleteHappy PPF!
HI, my favourite of your art this week is the fern leaf. Very pleasing to watch. :)
ReplyDeleteSo wonderful to have you visit and enjoy Angel and leave your sweet comment ~ Happy Week to you ~ Xo
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