Monday, January 17, 2011

Smitten Altered Love Tag

I am a "Smitten" student at Nancy's Sugar Lump Studio. 
You can go to Sugar Lump Studio to see the projects we are working on, which are all gorgeous.  This is the first time I have taken an online class and my first attempt at collage.
The image I used is of a photograph of my Mom at age 10.  My Aunt sent me this shortly after my Mom passed and I just love her school picture.  The rhinestone corners are from some costume jewelry of my Mom's.  When I added them, I said to my DH, "what if these are real diamonds?"  I would have tied a bow, but I am the most bow incompetent female on this earth.  It is actually embarrassing to not be able to tie a bow.  I can tie my shoes, but not a bow!  Is that like so sad?

Also I joined Bella Creations, which is a new group and another great way to share art and learn, so come on and take a look!  I have already seen some familiar faces and would love to see more!

Have a wonderful day and thank you!
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33 comments:

  1. artydollJanuary 17, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    What a fabulous tribute to your mother, well done

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  2. MicheleJanuary 17, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    if this is your first attempt you're going to rock the collage world soon. beautiful piece Terry. xo

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  3. Lucy EdmondsonJanuary 17, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    This is absolutely beautiful, Terry! Look forward to seeing what else you make on this course,

    Lucy x

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  4. Lisa SomervilleJanuary 17, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    Beautiful collage! Love that photo of your mom and the added accents from her jewels!

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  5. UnknownJanuary 17, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    This really does your mom honour Terry, this is filled with so much love, she must have looked over your shoulders to see what you were making for her. Gorgeous piece of art, Ira x

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  6. Marie Lost Bird StudioJanuary 17, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    Hi Terry,
    your tag is gorgeous!!!Also love the photo of your mom!
    Have a great day and TFS.
    Hugs,
    Marie

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  7. ~* steph :) *~January 17, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    oh terry, this is just gorgeous!! i loooove it. what a wonderful family keepsake. that would be too cool if those were real diamonds :). thanks for sharing and have a wonderful week! *hugs* steph :)

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  8. JingleJanuary 17, 2011 at 12:39 PM

    This is absolutely stunning! Beautiful tribute!

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  9. PetraBJanuary 17, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    This is such a touching tribute to your mum. Your tag is so beautiful.

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  10. SherryJanuary 17, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    The on line class sounds like a lot of fun and your collaged piece is just wonderful!!!!!!! That's such a beautiful and precious photo of your Mum and to include some of her 'diamonds' makes it all the more special.

    Enjoy the rest of your class and thanks for sharing with us xx

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  11. Jan HenningsJanuary 17, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    Terry,
    This is GORGEOUS!!

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  12. Gerrie JohnnicJanuary 17, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    Wow GF, see where you get your beauty from! That is just such a wonderful piece, and your first collage! Wow, I'm impressed, I gotta' go check them out! xxoo

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  13. Sugar Lump StudiosJanuary 17, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    Terry
    well you sure know how to make me shed a tear! I LOVE your gorgeous tag - and how precious that it is your Mom. I just adore heritage/art and what a better person to {love} then Mama! :)

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  14. MarybugJanuary 17, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    This is beautiful!

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  15. Nancy January 17, 2011 at 2:13 PM

    Your collage is absolutely Beautiful! Thank you for the information about the class, I'm going to go check it out right now!
    Have A Wonderful Day!

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  16. VadaJanuary 17, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    Oh Miss Terry, You have done it now!!! Just tooo sweet!!
    I just love this tag...
    hugs Vada

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  17. ChrisJanuary 17, 2011 at 2:59 PM

    Terry, this is just fantastic. I can't believe it's your first collage. How great that you used a photo of your Mum.

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  18. NettyJanuary 17, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    Your tag is so gorgeous and special Terry. Hold on to it and never let it go. Hugs Annette x

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  19. 1CardCreatorJanuary 17, 2011 at 3:32 PM

    Wow Terry what a sweet picture of your Mom, she was beautiful! I love the way you preserved her memory in such a gorgeous collage. ~Diane

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  20. MeggymayJanuary 17, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    Your tag is gorgeous, and a beautiful remenbrance of your mom.

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  21. Maria OntiverosJanuary 17, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    Beautiful! I'm sure you will absolutely soar in collage. Please do post a class review when you're done. I always love reading those.
    Rinda

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  22. Vicki RomaineJanuary 17, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    Wow! This is beautiful. You would never guess that this is your first.

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  23. PamJanuary 17, 2011 at 6:29 PM

    You did an awesome job on this collage piece! I'd never thought it was your first!! And I will never hold it against you for not being able to tie a bow! :)
    Pam

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  24. UnknownJanuary 17, 2011 at 7:06 PM

    WOW!! This is such a wonderful tag. What a wonderful way to honor your mom! Your rock a collages..

    Hugs, Linda

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  25. AnonymousJanuary 17, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    Wowzers, Terry! That's one gorgeous tag!

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  26. Cindy AdkinsJanuary 17, 2011 at 10:48 PM

    Oh this is perfection, Terry!!!! I'd love to feature you as a Guest Artist on my magazine blog...let me know if that's okay...I'd like to do a piece called "Memories" in a few weeks and put your collage on...
    XO

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  27. Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesJanuary 17, 2011 at 11:26 PM

    This is just a charming collage, Terry~ looks like a fun class!

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  28. Cynthia SchelzigJanuary 18, 2011 at 7:38 AM

    This is fabulous and all the more so while your mom is the focal point...just a wonderful tribute to her...looks like a fun class you are taking!!

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  29. fairyrocksJanuary 18, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    You are going great places with your new collage career!!!
    WOW
    I love how you made this so personal to your Mom. You honor her beautifully

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  30. ShelleyJanuary 18, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    You've nailed doing a collage your first time! It's awesomely beautiful. Your Mom was a beautiful child and it's a wonderful remmebrance.

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  31. Valerie-JaelJanuary 18, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    This is sooooooooo beautiful!

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  32. Chris ArlingtonJanuary 30, 2011 at 6:32 PM

    Beautiful Terry! You are so creative and prolific in your artwork.
    I must admit I am bow challenged, but I bought a bow maker and it's easy now, you can make at least five different sizes.
    Hugs, Chris

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  33. PepPopFebruary 8, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    Gorgeous work and what a lovely tribute to you mum. I love how you've incorporated her jewelry into it too. Jaqui x

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