Monday, August 2, 2010

August - Gothic Arch Challenge



I completed my first challenge - Gothic Arches Challenge before midnight. Anyone who knows me; knows I am a slow creator. I just pulled all my stuff out, I have to say I was inspired by the "Super Sisters" (Toni and Shawn), "The Wind Beneath My Wings" (Paper Drama), and the wonderful Tim Holtz. I used my House of 3 Halloween printable because I didn't want to do anything cutesy. Those ladies on this challenge are a force to be reckoned with; not to toot my own horn, but I think I held my own. I love to watch Youtube when Mr. Bletzer is not sharing the TV; yesterday I met YouTube Celebrity - Yolanda and I used her technique in which she stamps an image and covers it with a paint wash, you can still see the image. I wanted to use grunge board, distress inks and of course UTEE, I made these really cute tiny rosette which were supposed to be for something else. I said I would incorporate something about my dad in all my challenges... his name was JESUS; yes like Jesus Christ... hence the "J" on a TH memo pin from Studio Garage Band esty store. I love it and I busted it out in an hour... thank you to those who inspire me... this is for you!!!

9 comments:

Femmy said...

fantastic arch!!!

Anonymous said...

Really great arch! This is so unique.

Marianne H said...

So fun, love the use of the TH dies.

jaine drake said...

Oh wow, I love this mixed media piece.

SHAWN said...

You Rocked the challenge Sandra! I'm so glad your sharing your talents with us. This arch is so you! Thanks for the links lil sis. Keep on creating.

Faye said...

It's a lovely arch.

Martina said...

Stunning arch! Beautifully created!

Effie said...

A great story ... and a fabulous arch.

Toni said...

that's my girl Sandra... awesome job... love that you got dirty on this one... hahaha... love the pic of Harry on your blog header too... kisses for all the doggies :)