In week 2 of of Tam’s wonderful e-course Art, Heart & Healing we alter a board book in two parts. The first part involves creating an image transfer of our baby or toddler self and writing positive life wishes for this child self.
I loved making this page. I had never made image transfers before and really wanted to learn how to make them. It took me a good few attempts to get it though. My printer didn’t recognise the transparency paper and it took me a while to get the hang of paper transfers. I had to try out a few different variations before I got one I was happy with. It was frustrating, but fun and addictive. I also loved using my new water soluble crayons for the background. And the healing exercise behind the page was very thought provoking and moving.
Can’t wait to try my hand at the whimsies we’re making for part 2 now!
~it looks wonderful!! and you what a sweet pea!! hats off to you for getitng this one finished…i am waiting for my printer ink so kind of at a hault…a bit nervous as well to see how the transfer works…may al your littel wishes come forth each day…much l♥ve and light upon you this day~
This is fantastic Carin – I had a real close look at what you’ve created. I love the grunge effect you’ve achieved with the crayons and paint – brilliant! The colours you’ve chosen are beautiful (those crayons are gorgeous, aren’t they? I can’t think how I managed without them!). Your transfer is fab, you got there in the end, and those wishes are so sweet. I really like how you put your transfer in a heart shape, that works really well. x
Hi Carin! well, my studio does get unruly when I’m whizing through it creating….but I keep it tidy or I’d go nuts! and that’s the truth of it!
I love Tam and her art….just can never find the time to ‘join’ in on anything! it’s terrible…but I’m glad to see that you are enjoying yourself!
ciao bella
thanks so much for your visit to my blog!
creative carmelina
great page Carin
I love your page Carin, the colours are lovely. I am catching up on Tams course today – having said that I must get off the computer and go make some art. Thanks for the reminder
Lee:)
I love that comment about the printer and the paper..
Just made me smile:
The Great Train Robbery..
The Watergate Affair..
and
The Whole Tissue Paper Debacle !!
Love it…
;o)
Jo xx
What a beautiful spread. I love all the things you wrote on it, too. I haven’t done mine yet. I’m way behind!
Thank you! Can’t wait to see how yours turn out!
Thanks Jo! Love those crayons! I’m with you- how did we get on without them?!?!
I still say I could do with your organisational skills around here! I don’t like mess either but the studio never gets done!
Thanks Lorraine!
Thanks Lee! Can’t wait to see what you make- I’m sure it’s fabuluous, like all the other stuff you do!
LMAO!!! That’s so funny!
Thanks Janet! You’re creating so many other wonderful things at the moment though. Take your time. I know yours will be fabulous when you do do it.
Oooh – I LOVE THIS! What wonderful colors, love the hearts, the wishes and of course, the cute little you . . . Fab, xo
Thanks hon! xo
Thought it might raise a smile.. xx
Looks great, and good job with the transfer! I’ve still yet to even watch the videos for this class…too busy with my texture town class and trying to catch up around the house! I need to make the time for it soon, but I love seeing your amazing art that’s coming from it. And I think this is my favorite blog banner of yours so far!!
xoEsther