Greetings! There is an old saying which states, "you are what you eat," which serves as a reminder about the importance of eating well to stay healthy. The same can be said about what we are exposed too. Rather it's religion, literature, music, theater, environments, etcetera, they will influence who we are. The following are a few examples of how the latter have influenced who I am; hence, what I produce.
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| Angel of Protection Tangle Card Challenge #4 - Kaleido Art Journal Journey - Square Simon Wednesday Challenge - Triangles |
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| The 7 Sacraments Tangle Card Challenge #3 - Ballenchain Three Muses - Circles or Squares Julia's What's On Your Workdesk? Wednesday 218 |
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| Faith Trio Inspiration Avenue - Fun, Easy, Excellent Eva and Kristin's Paint Party Friday - Week 22 Year 3 Illustration Friday - Fresh |
The art journal pages above were influenced by the books I've read about Zentangle, as well as by my study of the Bible and Celtic art. The Angel of Protection is based on a verse in a prayer I once heard, which I like to incorporate into my personal prayers. (By the way, I entered this piece in Sandy Steen Barholomew's contest, so if you like it, please go to her Facebook page by clicking here and vote for it.) The 7 Sacraments piece refers to Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation, Reconciliation, Matrimony, Orders, and Unction, which are considered the most important ceremonies in the Church by Catholics and other Christian denominations. As to the Faith Trio, it is a series of popular Christian quotes I illustrated a while back. I actually posted this picture in my first blog post, on July 26, 2011, but my blog barely got any views back then. LOL!
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| Bodas de Sangre Tag Tuesday - Weddings Take a Word Challenge - Dark Collage Obsession - Gardening Mrs. Denise Nesbitt and Roger's ABC Wednesday - D for Dress Manon's Paper Saturdays |
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| Acts 17:28 Tim Holtz 12 Tags of 2013 - August Simon Monday Challenge - Air Mail Word Art Wednesday - Challenge 92 Maria's Orange You Glad It's Friday #50 Lorik's Mandarin Orange Monday #54 |
The tags above were influenced by the techniques of Tim Holtz, as well as by my studies in graphic design, fashion illustration, collage, literature, and the Bible. The first tag was inspired by "Bodas de Sangre" (Blood Wedding), which was written by Federico García Lorca, the Spanish poet, dramatist, and theater director. The play is about the the desires, repression, and constraints in a rural Spanish community and how these lead to death. Therefore, I designed the tag to contrast the beauty of the wedding dress with the stark background. The second tag was inspired by Acts 17:28, in which Paul speaks to the Greeks in Athens. The passage that I took this verse from talks about how God created everything, including time, place, and history, so that humanity may seek Him, although He is not far from anyone. I chose the different elements in my collage to represent the latter.
Last, but not least, I have a self-portrait I took with my two daughters. Although they are ultimately God's creations, they are also the product of my wife's and my love. In addition, as a father, I've been partly responsible for molding them into the fine young ladies they have become. Their upbringing was influenced by my personal upbringing, my background in the education field, and my studies of His word. I've always considered the childhood games, reading times, education, and all other time commitments I've made to them a priority. However, they've also brought immeasurable joy to me, so there's a bond between us that couldn't have been made in any other way. Even the times we had to deal with various "growing pains" and my own personal mistakes, are now seen as priceless memories we can now laugh about. I consider them my greatest creations, and many times, my inspiration too.
I probably got a little more personal than usual in this post. However, I believe I made my point as to how we are what we have been exposed too. Although we can't avoid exposure to negative issues, it's what we do with them that's important. May your journey be enlightened, so that you may be your personal best. Blessings!
I probably got a little more personal than usual in this post. However, I believe I made my point as to how we are what we have been exposed too. Although we can't avoid exposure to negative issues, it's what we do with them that's important. May your journey be enlightened, so that you may be your personal best. Blessings!
Comments
you must be very proud of your daughters as seen between the lines of this post. and they must be very proud of you, too.
my first time to join the project and i am amazed at the discoveries. i have mine here ---> http://warmstonesite.com/2013/08/08/childhood-games/
Thanks for your visit to my blog.
Have a great weekend.
Wil, ABCW Team
Like the zen tangle you have done and the tag with the wedding dress is just lovely
Jackie 29
I like Your Protection Angel and other zentagles, too.
Happy WOYWW, Uuna #47
GREAT!!!
thank you for joining us on
Art Journal Journey!
Your square idea is just gorgeous!
xxx
Susi
ROG, ABC Wednesday team
Have a wonderful week.
Von #33
Much love
Paula (PEP)
Have a nice weekend
Liefs, Melanie
So much creativity and food for thought to enjoy here!
Thank you for sharing...
oxo
I can barely speak/write, your work is outstanding. The tag is wonderful as are your other pieces. The first time I was in Texas during the 80's we sang that scripture ( in Him we live and move and have our being) until it was securely fastened in my heart. For me dropping by your blog is a refreshing to my spirit, soul and body.
Thank you so much for posting your beautiful project with us this week, at “Word Art Wednesday”. It is so wonderful for us to see your talents on paper.
Psalm 23 Blessings,
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow you all the days of your life.
Carole Robb Bisson
Word Art Wednesday
Karen
Word Art Wednesday
http://gracescraps.blogspot.com/
All beautiful and thought provoking work. At the end of seeing it all the one that stays in my mind is the sepia coloured prayer.
I'm always impressed with the scope and quality of your work, thankyou for giving me the opportunity to see it.
Your angel is fantastic, I love angels ♥
Glad you decided to share your photos on Orange you glad it's Friday. Thanks for joining and I hope to see you again next Friday. Enjoy your weekend.
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Kimmie
WOYWW #4
Wonderful post my friend...truly one of your best!
Hugs Giggles
Your daughters are beautiful, what a wonderful family portrait! And I especially love the tags you've posted. Thanks for sharing!
xxx Asha
Sunny Summer Crafts
Bellalullo
FABBY
But, people can be good people even when they have grown up in lesser surroundings. Your daughters seem to have been very lucky as you also, if I got you right in your post.
It is good to learn about how other people think and it is something we can learn from!
Sending you greetings and wishing you and your family the best,
Ilona
XO
Laurel
Cumprimentos
Blessings,
Carole
I really enjoyed the tags you created and those in the previous post as well
Love Dxx