Hi there. I'm so glad you stopped by!
I love the photo at the Inspired By Challenge
I was inspired by that picture and pretty much went with the whole thing.
The image was inked with Shadow Grey Archival ink and colored
with markers and inks and my waterbrush with added details from
my Caran d'ache Supracolor pencils.
The Hemstitch frame is a NBUS die that I got for Christmas.
So I'll go visit Darnell's NBUS Challenge too.
Thanks for the visit and special thanks for your comments.
Enjoy!
Card Recipe (An A6 size card)
Stamps: Singsong (PB), Friendship Messages (SSS)
Ink: Shadow Grey Archival, Smokey Gray Versafine, Pacific Point, Flirty Flamingo, Tip Top Taupe SU Markers, Worn Lipstick, Abandoned Coral, Weathered Wood Distress Ink
Paper: Grout Gray (MFT), Mixed Media (Strathmore 400 series), Basic Gray (behind the cutouts)
Other: Hemstitch Squares Die (Spellbinders), Subtle EF (SU), Waterbrush
Bonnie, this is beautiful, the combo of paints and pencils is superb. I see the 'subtle' embossing folder in the mix too. I feel like I could run every panel I do through that folder, it's such a nice finish.
ReplyDeleteThis is so beautifully done and sure does send the message "Think Spring"! The Hemstitch die sure does set it off nicely.
ReplyDeleteBeautifully done and perfect coloring my friend! You always have such a magic touch when it comes to coloring birds...just lovely!! Hugs. :0)
ReplyDeleteA beautiful image Bonnie and so prettily coloured and the hemstitch frame is gorgeous. A really elegant card. x
ReplyDeleteSimply beautiful!!! Your card design definitely captured the inspiration photo perfectly! The framing just accentuates the the sweet bird image!!! Thank you for playing!
ReplyDeleteWow, Bonnie, this beautiful bluebird is so realistic, the coloring is amazing as is the little cherry blossom blooms! You nailed it!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous bluebird with the hemstitch frame, Bonnie - just love your coloring!!
ReplyDeleteSo pretty Bonnie, fantastic colouring of your image. I love that songbird on the flower branch.
ReplyDeleteBonnie your bluebird card is simply gorgeous, beautifully watercoloured and detailed with pencils...I love doing this, hugs Robyn
ReplyDeleteso beautiful.....it really speaks to the promise of Spring, can't wait.
ReplyDeletexx Karen
This is so beautiful Bonnie.
ReplyDeleteFaith x
The squares! Oh Bonnie, it couldn't have been a more perfect choice for framing this gorgeous Bluebird!
ReplyDeleteI just fed my eight - they are always so grateful - and we are very grateful for your beautiful addition to our IB gallery!
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What a perfect stamp for the inspiration! Wonderful colouring of the bird - you got great details and shading.
ReplyDeleteNothing says spring like a bird and flowers blooming. This is lovely and makes me anticipate spring coming soon. Beautiful coloring and the Christmas gift frame is great.
ReplyDeleteWOW what an incredible job you did painting this bird. It's beautiful, Bonnie. I always admire your soft background wash and love the wonderful shading on the branch! This is such a fabulous card.
ReplyDeleteOh Bonnie, this just makes my heart happy! What a beautiful card, love every little detail. Your coloring is marvelous. Thanks for joining us at IB!
ReplyDeleteWow, this is fantastic, Bonnie! I love that you made your bird just like the inspiration... the branch and "frame" is wonderful too!
ReplyDeleteSTUNNING card, my sweet friend! Your watercolouring is AMAZING! You have really brought that bird to life! Love the detailing with your wonderful new pencils. The hemstitch frame is perfect. xx
ReplyDeleteOh such a gorgeous card, I love every last detail to bits, gorgeous combination of painting and coloring too, wow! Thank you for inspiring us @ IB this week!
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful and a fabulous take on the challenge. Your colouring is gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteThis is a spectacular design with wonderful coloring, Bon! I'd say you took your big ol' hammer and NAILED the Inspired By challenge!! Thank you for sharing with everyone at NBUS! Take care and keep safe! Hugs, Dolly
ReplyDeleteExquisite, Bonnie! I gravitate toward bird stamps and this one is so lovely. Beautiful coloring and details.
ReplyDeleteWho inspired who? your card looks like an original. I love the softness of this image, great painting. Beautiful
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card. The blue bird has a very special meaning for me. Loved seeing this card!
ReplyDeleteThis is fabulous, Bonnie! Your watarcolored bluebird is so special, and additional pencil coloring adds depth. Your background is as beautiful as the stamped and colored image!
ReplyDeleteHideko xx
Ohhhh this is such a pretty card and I would frame this one Bonnie x.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your HM -- I knew this was a special card, Bonnie!
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful! And a perfect take on that photo... I'm with Mac... you should frame this.
ReplyDeleteWell done Bonnie!
ReplyDeleteI heard something, I think when I was in college a thousand years ago, for some weird reason I have always remembered it.
"May the Blue Bird of Happiness Lay an Egg in Your Beer"
Forgive me --
Sandy xx
A very springtime card. We all miss spring already and we value every little detail that brings us closer to this period. Your bird is such an element that makes it seem like spring is already on the threshold. Thank you for this great card.
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