I have been under mountains of odd things. Kind of like trying to get passed a giant toadstool lodged in a doorframe. But, I have also spent a wonderful amount of time in my own world… With visits from charming creatures. Oh, they come to me with loads of stories… Again, convincing me as to why they should be brought to life… Such as the "The Harpist’s Bliss," below… To be found, in my shop as soon as I am done typing this…
Her shoes are a hot pink. For some reason, the computer is seeing them as red. This painting is 16" x 20" x 1.5". It is heavily textured, and quite dreamy in person. Layers and Layers and layers…
I think the harp will be my next instrument. Do you think you can all put a good word in with Mr. Lovee? I really would love to own a harp.That really would be bliss….
Did I tell you about the mermaid who had only one wish… To escape for one day with that handsome sailor??? Poor Siren… "The Siren’s One Wish." 11" x 14" x 1.5 Her tail is not only rock hard, it has an iridescent teal haze…
We also had another visit from the darling little one… Miss Peculiar… I love her visits… " A Peculiar Day, Red Balloon." I textured the trees by sculpting them out of paper before painting them… 10" x 10" x 1.5"
Oh, and, guess who got a sculpted tree too? "The Faun’s Nocturne." I just felt like something was missing. So this creature is headed back into the shop with a whole new look…
And, the last little creation, before we get to conversation time is… " The Mime’s Protege." She is on one of those super thick storybook canvases. 10" x 10" x 2.5"
So there you have it. Treats in the shop. The place was desperately begging for an update..
Oh, I forgot to show you the doily I really have been hiding behind. To update you a bit, a billion things have happened. Let’s see, we got a giant new electric pole. This will upgrade the electricity so that I can have two huge kilns working at all times. This meant that I had power off and on for a few days. Altering my visits here dramatically.
Then, I went to visit my friend Dino. He had left a note. He left. He moved. And left all his stuff behind. Shocking really. So, Mr. Lovee and I packed up everything and put it in storage. All I can hope is that Dino is happy and safe…As you can see, we have had little wrenches thrown at our week.
Oh enough of that.. The fun news is that, some of my friends have decided to share their title of "Rockin" bloggers with me. Thank you to my darling special SarahFoxling, Miss MarmeeCraft love shack girl, the little band-aid clad wonderful seamstress Cindy, & the lovely and enchanting Celestine Musings … I promise, I did not pay them all… Oh, heck, who am I kidding.. Yes, I paid them, they each get a phantom lifetime supply of bubble-gum… SPLACK! I am going to be a part of the "I am rubber you are glue group," and bounce the love back to them all over again. And, while I am at it. I think you are a "rockin" blogger as well. So CHEERS!!! I am bending the rules for now.
I have a fun game to play. Miss Shabby’s game. It has to do with 7 wonders of the world. But, I am sorry, I am changing it up too. As the picture I wanted to use only has five. So I am naming these girls the "5 Bathing Beautie Wonders" of the day.
The beauties can be visited at their blogs…
Tara, Paris Parfait.
EB, Be…Dream…Play…
Stephanie, Rodrigvitz Style
Donna O., The Ribboned Crown
And, the one who started all of this here… Phyllis, Shabby in the City
I am off for now. I have to update that shop, and I have more painting to do… See you sooner than last time…(Altered Photo copyrighted in its original version by lunagirl)
Dear Miss Rockin’ Blogger,
Congratulations on your award(s)! You are too wonderful! Thank you for the honour as one of the “Bathing Beautie Wonders of the Day.” That’s probably the last time anyone will see me in a bathing suit! And of course, all of us wearing crowns, as per usual at the beach. 🙂
Am sorry to hear about Dino; hope he is alright.
I have just been to visit the latest additions to your shop and of course couldn’t resist just a teensy little purchase. Sigh.
P.S. All your new paintings are wonderful and the harpist is particularly intriguing -perhaps Mr. Lovee might start looking for one to add to your little orchestra. xoxox
Absolutely gorgeous work (as always!)
Hello! I’m catching up on blogs and I see you have much deliciousness on show…
Love the harpist, and the mermaid!
You Rock 🙂
i went to the shop for The Mime’s Protege…she is not there…perhaps you are in the process…i want her…i do…if i can afford her…LOL…beautiful creations…blessings, rebecca
Dear Miss Rockin’ Doily,
I love your sculpted trees! : )
Your Pal-
Miss Marmee Love Shack
All of the new paintings are exquisite and the tree makes The Faun’s Nocturne even more perfect!
I say… “why yes, you certainly deserve a harp.”
xo
Oh the mimes protege was my favorite…will you be doing a print of her???????
I hope Dino is well….he is a mystery man.
All of your new paintings are wonderful! Lovely…I especially love Miss Peculiar.
Excellent choices Curiosa!!! Love the bathing beauty photo with crowns no less!
Your art is getting more exquister each day…I’m thinking it is the combo of fine music and bubble gum…with a few visits from tarantulas and froggies thrown in…but oh I hope the loss of Dino’s good company doesn’t set you back…he needs to check in.
And how about a place for Fanciful t-shirts..oh what is that website…cafe something…?
All of your new work looks amazing! I think my favourite is The Peculiar Day piece. You may have another order from me sooner than you think!!
Okay….so……just because I special ordered one of your amazing pieces, you didn’t have to name me. Although I will be paying a fortune, right??
Wonders of the world, huh? I’m thinking chocolate-but WHITE chocolate, as in non-color. Wink, wink!
Okay, seriously Vanessa, your art here is spectaular!!!Mime’s Protege?? I’d by it for the name alone!!!
Donna
The Mime’s Protege is my favorite!
Those are all so beautiful!
I’ve been thinking lately that I really want to learn harp as well…
do you know the group CocoRosie? They’re my main inspiration in the harp-ish wanting to play beautiful things area.
Love the new work you have done and put up into your shop, especially Miss Peculiar. She is gorgeous!
xo,
KB
How can I possibly come up with a suitable adjective or adjectives here? Your work defies all the usual. It puts me at awe! I find it hard to choose a favorite and I see more prints in my future – perhaps I will designate a wall for them. It’s like watching a dance you never want to end because the choreography and the music are so captivating. Sorry, gushing here.
I don’t know who Dino is but I do hope he’s ok.
I’d be happy to draft a letter to Mr. Lovee regarding the harp. 😉 (perhaps a petition?)
Great choice for your bathing beauties – lovely one and all!
XOXOXO
Lisa (sometimes can get a bit OTT)
I love the pink slippers! (and the bathing beauties) As for harps, well here is a disastrous harpist who plays on the street opposite my university in Ireland, so I am a little prejudiced, but you must watch the film Tous les Matins du Monde – it is about a family of viol players, based on the life of Sainte-Colombe – just *try* watching it and not immediately wanting to learn the viola da gamba afterwards!
Congratulations an award well deserved.
Only someone as elegant as you would hide under a pink doily 🙂
I looooooove the Mermaid…her hair is very interesting and reminds me of another creature of the sea…the octipus.
I have a Mermaid bathroom…my husband it seems is not a “leg man”…the Mermaid collection is his 😉
Well I have missed you, but at least you made things well worth the wait! Wow those are just gorgeous! I think sometime you ought to post about the evolution of this new media, the layered paper and sculpting because I am really curious about how you got here. I especially love the first three, but then I would hate to leave the last two out and hurt their feelings because they are also amazing! Way to go Miss Vanessa! Oh, and so sorry about your darling friend vanishing that is quite shocking!
Hola Chica! I am as always completely impressed with your new lovelies. I so love the harpist! Keep up the wonderful work!! 🙂
Congrats Ms.V!!
I had to have a copy of the Harpist to match the Rescue of the Mime(I do so love the Mime)as my son plays the harp.I may be able to score you a celtic redwood harp.
If Mr.Lovee agrees…
Ciao for now…
Ro
What wonderful work you’ve been so busy on…and without electricity, how could anyone expect you to update the shop? Silly girl! Plus, packing up someone elses stuff is quite an ordeal…I hope your friend is safe indeed…Have a beautiful weekend!
YOU have been a busy little creative wonder!!! And I adore all the new stuff!!
Oh no! You didn’t know Dino was leaving? Awwww 🙁
I LOBE you soooooooooooooooooo much!
Ms. Fancy Twisted Panties…
now, now, now…
don’t get you knickers in a twist!
CONGRATS TO MS. SUPER DUPER FANTASTIC!!!!!!!!!
ps – (I’m the cutest Bathing Beauty – but don’t tell)
xox – eb.
pss – can I copy that Bathing Beauty image?
psss – I always feel so LIBERATED here – is that ok?
pssss – did I tell you that I lobe you?
xox – eb.
did I tell you that I lobe your new paintings?
I DO!!!!!
I DO!!!!!!!!!
I DO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
xox – eb.
I really love the Faun’s Tree! and of course every thing else! I hope Dino is safe and well. You share the best Blogs! My favorites list is getting so long!
i am truly amazed at your imaginative paintings….girl, i don’t know how you do it!!! spectacular!!!! i love the way you paint hair!!!
are we still on for the trade, miss V? or would you rather wait for new items in my shop? i will have new stuff in the next couple weeks.
Ha…this is so fun!! Look at that waist on me….woo hoo!! We are bathing bee-uties!
Your trees and the red balloon!!! There was a movie, long ago….do you remember, the Red Balloon???
You have been busy my creative one!!! Love them all….the dresses….mmmmm
I do hope Dino is well, that must have really thrown you for a loop…you are a good friend.
xo
steph
Oh Ingenious Lady Vanessa,
How I Lobe your paintings too. They are Sooooooo Lobley!
I adore you work!!
And the FIVE WONDERS OF THE WORLD!! SO
Fabulous in there little crowns!
Are they frolicking in the shores of Bubblewick?
you are so much fun! It just perks me up!! Cough! Cough! sniffle, ack! I hate being sick in the summer…the heat is not making it any easier to breath!!!!
I love your paintings! I am sure they will be snatched up in a second! Hip Hip Hooray!!!!
http://www.terrysenchantedcottage.com/cottage-of-the-month/?month=8&year=2007
Shabbilitta recommends Curiosa visits this persons cottage!
Tara sent me over to see her picture but I am amazed at the beautiful artwork you create. So much so, I have added you to my blogroll in the Arts and Crafts section.
Have a great weekend
Visiting via Tara … your art is stunning and delightful! ~JP
shockingly, deliciously L O V E L Y.
Oh sigh!! When am I going to get rich and spend lots of money in your shop. Maybe a little less antique and thrift store shopping and saving instead. I love the Mime’s Protege too!!
i love your Harpist girl…beautiful!
glad you are enjoying time alone creating…Im in a bit of a creating slump..need to get my mojo back….
Hi Vanessa! I love the new artwork you are making. I know your blog from my mother, Daisy in lala land. I have been following your post for a while! Yesterday I finally started a blog of my own and now I can finally give comments on your weblog! I love ‘A Peculiar Day, Red Balloon’, it’s so wonderful!!
The Mime’s Protege is fabulous…so is the mermaid…so is all of it Vanessa. Very nicely done!
The one with the harp is fantastic too!
Thanks for the intro to Bat for Lashes, they are amazing.
xoxo
Enjoy the rest of your Sunday…
Blue
i love, love, LOVE the mermaid! and i am so sad for you that your friend dino up and moved! maybe he will soon return, i am hoping for you!
Yay! New ART! Loverly! It must be so much fun being Vanessa! .. You do Rock, Girlie! And I thin kI will keep harping at Mr. Lovee to get you a heavenly harp! Or you could go get a bottle of Harp and drink it in the meantime!
Ever the wonderful hive of activity over here. These new works are sure to be snapped up like hot cakes, as the saying goes.
see you, g
They certainly did get snapped up like hotcakes. But of course – who could not want one?
“Beautifuler and beautifuler” to misquote Alice
Like you may already know… i love your work!!!!
… i play the harp ;-} very beautiful instrument..
ci vediamo
bacini
Hello Miss Vanessa, I really love seeing what you have been working on lately, the texture of your pieces lately is fabulous!! I especially loved Reverie…the different layers create this great depth, like you could reach right in and catch her! And I am in love with your mermaid, her look of resignation as she giver herself up to love – so beautiful! I have missed you, it’s nice to catch up 🙂
Hi darling,
You are unquestionably rocking. And I love your faun, esp.:-)