Monday, December 14, 2009

Just like Dad


This is another image from Mo called Boughs for the Wreath. It is really too bad you can't see it in person because the colors look a little faded in the picture and I even tried to fix it but still can't quite capture it. I think I've said it already...I LOVE MO...they are very special for those one of a kind cards because they take me so long to color, there is no way I could mass produce them.

I printed the image on Bella's Bestest Paper and coloured dad and his little son in copic markers, then took a break. I really wanted them to look like they were walking home down a wintery path but was so afraid that the vision in my head wouldn't translate onto paper. So I went shopping!

That little break seemed to work out for me. I got home, put away the copics, pulled out the pencils and VERY slowly went to work. Little by little it was coming together and when it got close enough to my vision I stopped for fear of messing it up!

I'll be keeping this card in the family and sending it to my folks this Christmas...I may even see if I can pry it back after the holidays, but slim chance that will happen!

Got another Mo for ya tomorrow so be sure to come back!

35 comments:

  1. Just popping over from Mo's blog to yours to tell you how unbelievably sweet this card is! I love Mo's images so I'll definitely be back tomorrow to see your next one. :)

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  2. That is beautiful Linda!

    Your cards are always so thoughtful and special.

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  3. Just spotted this on Mo's blog,it is so amazing,just had to come and see what else you have,your obviously very talented,fab blog.x

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  4. Lovely, lovely card. The coloring is incredible. I'm going over to Mo's blog to check it all out.

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  5. I am in awe over your color skills. This is a wonderful card. I saw on Mo's blog and had to pop over here.

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  6. Wat een byzondere kaart is dit, helemaal in het teken van wat Kerst eigenlijk moet zijn!

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  7. oh my goodness, have just popped over from Mo's blog to say how wonderful your card is.
    I too love her images but will never be able to colour them like you have.
    Your card is wonderful
    Anne x

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  8. I demonstrate Promarkers and I have to say that your colouring with copics is superb. I have subscribed to your blog so that I don't miss anything
    Love Sarah XXX

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  9. One word... Stunning!

    Thank you for sharing this precious card with us.

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  10. Absolutely beautiful!! I saw this on Mo's blog and had to come see more :-)

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  11. I'm another traveller from Mo's Blog!!! What a beautiful card you've created worth every second your spent on it! tfs

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  12. LOVE this card....you did an awesome job!

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  13. Oh looks like I'm another on Mo's train to Heaven lol. I just love this card and as I said on Mo's blog I don't think an artist could of made this look any better. It is absolutely stunning and actually brought a tear to my eye when I saw it. This is one of my all time favourites from Mo along with 'Jack & Ginger', you have captured something very special here. Thanks for sharing with us.
    Kim xXx

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  14. An amazing card - I love Mo's images.
    Your colouring is absolute perfection - if I had created this, I would have to frame it and hang it on my wall - don't think I could bear to part with it, not even to my closest loved ones!
    Sylvia x

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  15. This is just stunning Linda!! I wish I could work magic with my pencils like that!!!! I would love to know your process!! GORGEOUS!!!!

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  16. Oh my goodness, this card is truly stunning. I absolutely love everything you have created. I only just came across your blog. Can't wait to see what you come up with next time. xo Jackie

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  17. WOW Linda! You certainly brought this image to life! Beautifully done....as usual....!

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  18. Stuning Linda! Paula turned me on to Mo as well and you guys sure do a great job of bringing her images to life. Thank you for sharing and inspiring us to keep trying. Someday I'd like to color just like you. Happy Holidays.

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  19. Wonderful as always. I too love Mo's images and look forward to the next one from you.

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  20. Wow, came over from Mo's blog, your coloring work is amazing, especially the background work, fantastic stuff! Hugs, Lily

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  21. Beautiful card Linda! I don't know if I would be able to part with this one!;D Tracy

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  22. Wow! Your talent is amazing. Beautiful card.

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  23. This is a truly beautiful card! Very inspiring!

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  24. This is stunning Linda! Absolutely breathtaking.

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  25. Linda... this is so beautiful.. you should put it in a frame... dont send it out... or else send it to me.. LOL!!
    No but really.. frame it.. it is really a piece of art.. :))

    I love it!

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  26. Wow...this is stunning! You really did wonders on this!

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  27. Wow - your coloring takes my breath away. Fabulous job.

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  28. Linda - this is just the best! Honestly - just takes my breath away.

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  29. You did an awesome job on this card. I understand why you would want to keep it in the family. It is as good as any art I've seen. People don't think much about what we do when we say we color it. But they have to be thinking of how we used to color when we were young. It is nothing like what you've done. Thanks for sharing this beautiful card with us.

    dj1952

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  30. I am so blown away by the colouring technique in this card Linda. You are one talented lady!! I adore Mo's images too - they are so special. Hope to see you again in the future over at the challenge blog.

    Hugs,
    Caryn xxx

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  31. I just found your blog through your card on Mo's blog. This piece of art is just amazing beyond words, your coloring and shading are absolutely perfect!

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  32. This is so cute....I have the same image and stopped, just like you! I was afraid if I went any further I would mess mine up! It is just sitting on my desk, looking at me, wanting to be finished! I love the colors you used....can't wait to see what other things you've come up with!

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  33. wow i just love the depth of your colouring...awesome...and glad i found your blog i love mos images and you really make a stunning job a card ro be oh so proud off ...going of for a gander to have a good browse through your brilliant work...hugs sassyxx

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  34. PHENOMENAL!!! JUST GORGEOUS!!!
    What a wonderful job you've done. TFS.

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