Art Slave Studios

2010 Calendar Page - PaperTraders Yahoo Group

2009-10-31T07:16:00.000-07:00

The Yahoo Group I belong to creates a calendar every year. We have 12 artists in the group who each create a page for a different month. This is my contribution for July, 2010.

Been Busy Making Greeting Card Boxes

2009-09-06T18:31:00.000-07:00

What fun I've been having creating these little greeting card boxes. I'll be listing them in my etsy store later on in the week. The price will be $13.00. These are great little gifts to have on hand for those unexpected birthdays. Come check them out at: artslavestudios@etsy.com.

Pretty in Pink Pasley

Full box closed

Full Box Open 4 large waterfall cards with envelopes, 4 small gift cards with envelopes and 4 gift tags

gift tags

gift cards with envelopes

Birthday Cupcakes

Full Box closed

Waterfall cupcake full card

4 gift cards, 4 gift tags, 4 full size waterfall cards

Laugh and Play Stationary Cards

2009-07-26T18:34:00.003-07:00

Here are some more fun cards I created this weekend. Perfect for the quick note to someone. Come on over to my shop and check them out.

New Item in my Etsy Store

2009-07-25T19:20:00.000-07:00

I wanted to share some really cute cards I made today. The "Thanks" cards measure 5" x 4.5" and the "Merci" card measures 5" x 4". I distressed the edges, overlayed brown card stock, then some green printed card stock then embellished the cards with the words and 2 of the cards with silk flowers. On the "Merci" cards I used a stencil to highlight the white.

Anyone who receives these cards will love them. I have left the inside blank so you can write your own thanks. Stop by my shop and see what other goodies I have.

2009-2010 Tip In Pages for PaperTraders

2009-07-10T08:02:00.000-07:00

These are the pages for July and the recipient is Colette. Her theme is Heart Garden and Colette said "Share your idea of a peaceful garden sanctuary ". This is my take on her theme.

A Special Friend

2009-07-10T07:46:00.000-07:00

I did these pages for Connie on the PaperTraders Yahoo Group I belong to. She has been feeling a little under the weather and this is a "Get Well" wish for her. I hope they bring a little smile to her face as she is on the road to recovery. She can place these in her "Birdies" Tip In book.

My 2008 - 2009 Gypsy Tip In Book Completed

2009-06-21T06:13:00.000-07:00

This is my Tip In Journal that was created by artists in my Yahoo Group - Paper Traders. All the artists composed 2 pages, mailed them to me and I then "tipped" them into the front and back cover pages that I created.

New Tip In and Round Robin Pages

2009-06-16T19:59:00.000-07:00

These pages are for Beckie's Hands Book. I chose to do a piece around Mother's Hands. We were to choose an adjective and use any medium to decorate your spread depicting those types of hands.

These pages are for Connie's Book. Her theme was the Artist Pallet where we were to Choose a palette of 3 -5 colors that reflect something in nature that "speaks" to you. I was missing the beautiful scenary of Utah.

These Pages are for Pam's Tip In book. Her theme was Birds, Nests, and Eggs.

These pages are for Marion's Tip In book. Her theme was Zetti. Marion said Zetti stamps/images of course, but anything weird will do - and a number should be included; should be colourful plus b/w. I decided to do mine on The 1 Eyed 1 Horned Flying Purple People Eater. This piece was really a stretch for me and I'm please with how it turned out.

Black and White Affair - Photo Album

2009-02-21T10:17:00.001-08:00

For Sale in my Etsy Shop

artslavestudios.etsy.com

All About Me - Photo Album

2009-02-21T10:12:00.000-08:00

For Sale in my Etsy Shop

artslavestudios.etsy.com

Unforgettable Photo Album

2009-02-14T09:57:00.001-08:00

Photo Album for Sale in my etsy shop.
artslavestudios.etsy.com

Squash Book

2008-12-13T09:45:00.000-08:00

I've been playing around with the squash book technique. This book unfolds and there are plenty of places for photos and journaling. I created this book for my Mom's friend. It's a Blessings book. People can add blessings to the pages. I created a few tags with ribbons to give it some embellishments.

Photo Tin for Nana

2008-12-11T06:07:00.000-08:00

A photo album for Mom. She wanted something to carry in her purse so she could show off all of her little Angels.

Collages Done with PaperImagery Designs

2008-12-09T07:16:00.001-08:00

Playing around with some images from PaperImagery Designs.

This is a 4 x 4 deep canvas collage.

The 2 collages above were done on canvas board.

2008-12-09T07:16:00.000-08:00

A Few Note Cards

2008-11-29T20:36:00.000-08:00

Along with Christmas Cards, I have working on some note card sets. I have 4 cards in each little matching folder. The folder opens out like a book and the envies are on one side and the note cards on the other. What I don't sell at the show next week, I will be posting to my Etsy shop for sale.

These little birdies were fun. I stamped the image and then I colored them in with watercolor pencils.

Christmas Card Creations

2008-11-29T20:24:00.000-08:00

I have been busy the last few days creating Christmas Cards and such for a show that I will be doing next week. The show is at a cute little place in Flint Springs, California, just outside of San Diego.
I thought I'd share my creations.

Birthday Present for my Sister

2008-09-06T15:52:00.001-07:00

Here is another crack at doing a collage with faces. This one is for my Sister's Birthday. The collage is done on canvas board that measures 8" x 10". I painted with acrylics in various shades of purple. I used a stamp for the verbiage. The little girl's clothes are made out of paper and I trimmed her collar with lace. A few pieces of purple tissue paper, some paper circles and a little purple flower for her hair.

February Calendar Page

2008-08-24T15:39:00.001-07:00

Calendar Page

The yahoo group I belong to, PaperTraders, is creating a calendar to be sold for 2009. This is the page I did for the month of February.

Here is the link to buy the calendar with all the great pages created by the group.

http://www.cafepress.com/PaperTraders

In The Fall of My Years

2008-08-22T10:44:00.000-07:00

This is a birthday present I did for my girlfriend. It's the first time I've done an acutal face. I've always done my faces more impression style. After drawing out my woman, I painted the canvas with warm colors of golden yellow and some warm red. I then went on to paint the woman. I cut some leaves out of scrap paper and glued them on. The white pieces on the canvas is melted plastic bags. It adds some texture to the background. The butterflies came next and then I used beeswax to cover the picture. Next came the yarn to outline the hair and face. Lots of fun and overall time to complete was 9 hours. Hope you enjoy your birthday present Pam!!

Round Robin Art Journal - How Great Thou Art

2008-08-02T13:16:00.001-07:00

Round Robin Art Journal
It's all about free expression. My want is for other artists to "play" in my book. Be creative and the sky is the limit. I'll be sending this off to 11 more artists. I can't wait to see what my final book will look like.

Front Cover
Back Cover

Front Inside Cover

Page 1

Page 2

Page 3

Beeswax Collage ATC Swap

2008-07-13T06:31:00.001-07:00

These cards were done for an ATC swap on the Yahoo PaperTraders Group that I belong to. I have the most fun creating backgrounds for my ATCs. The background was created by adding gold tissue paper to some card stock, then I stamped some circle stamps with a red stamp pad, then I stamped with a "marble" stamp with brown stamp pad to give it the veins. I applied the images and words then used an encaustic technique. Next I applied my 3D elements while the wax was still melted. After everything was dry, I buffed the wax and gave it a little shine.

52 Card Creation

2008-07-11T06:27:00.000-07:00

I am playing with a deck of cards for a yahoo group I belong to, PaperTraders. This is my creation of Medieval and Animals.

Wise Magician Owl

2008-04-28T12:43:00.000-07:00

This is my second paper doll I have done for a yahoo group I belong to, PaperTraders.

Twisted Paper Dolls

2008-04-06T18:18:00.001-07:00

Ballerina Bear

This is a paper doll I have done for a yahoo group I belong to, PaperTraders.

One down one to go. I have one more to create and I'm leaning towards doing something with an owl or lion, not sure.

Italy and England ATC Swaps

2008-04-05T13:22:00.000-07:00

I am participating in an Around The World Swap on a yahoo group I belong to. Here are a couple of the countries.

England

Italy

HalloQween Shrine

2008-04-01T20:12:00.000-07:00

This is an entry I have done for Somerset Studios Vintage Halloween contest. I used a cigar box as the shrine body and the rest was all about fun.

Lovely Lady with Lilacs

2008-03-30T12:28:00.000-07:00

Encaustic Collage:

Measures 5" x 7".

Anniversary Charm

2008-03-30T12:24:00.001-07:00

This is one of many charms I have made for a swap on a Yahoo Group I belong to. The name of the group is abc_alteredbookclub.

First I cut the paper into a long triangle. I put some glue on the paper and rolled it on a dowel. Let it dry and then embossed it using a leaf pattern stamp. After all was dry I put it in melted ute powder to build it up and give it a glass look. I took a head pin and jump rings to complete the charm.

There you have it.

My Muse

2008-03-08T08:47:00.000-08:00

ATC done for Yahoo Group. It represents "My Muse" who happens to be my Inner Child. Without her I have difficulty playing. When I find myself in a slump I call on her to play with me. Then the magic happens.

School - Mixed Media Monday Challenge

2008-02-25T20:56:00.001-08:00

Theme this week on Mixed Media Monday is School. This piece measures 3 x 3. Thank you for the challenge. I would say this child thinks she's just a little too smart for school. :)

Southwest "Textures"

2008-02-18T10:36:00.000-08:00

Theme this week on Mixed Media Monday is "Textures". I created this on a 5x7 stretch canvas using acrylic ink, light modeling paste and natural sand texture gel. I used Michael Stong's pottery vase stamp and put some 3D elements in the vase. Had a blast!

“Old School” - Sunday Gothic Arches Challenge

2008-02-18T09:45:00.000-08:00

The them this week is "Old School". I do remember Dick and Jane. I'm probably dating myself by owning that and it's the truth. I also think about old red school houses, and no I'm not that old, when I hear Old School.

That's Risque

2008-02-17T18:50:00.001-08:00

These are cards I did for a swap on a yahoo group I belong to. ATC World.

Way Out West Swap

2008-02-17T18:21:00.001-08:00

A swap I did for the Yahoo Group I belong to - papertraders. These were a lot of fun to create.

Theme Thursday - Spring

2008-02-07T20:30:00.001-08:00

Love is in the air!

I couldn't resist and I created 2 entries for this week.

Stamp is "Lovesick Moon" by Sandra Evertson purchased at Stampington.com
The woman stamp is by Rubber Stampede, the Eiffel Tower stamp is by B Line Designs and the postage stamp is by Hero Arts.

Gothic Arches - Sunday Challenge

2008-02-03T10:48:00.000-08:00

Today's Theme is Purple

It reminds me of this poem:

Warning - When I Am an Old Woman I Shall Wear Purple
By Jenny Joseph

When I am an old woman, I shall wear purple
with a red hat that doesn't go, and doesn't suit me.
And I shall spend my pension on brandy and summer gloves
and satin candles, and say we've no money for butter.
I shall sit down on the pavement when I am tired
and gobble up samples in shops and press alarm bells
and run my stick along the public railings
and make up for the sobriety of my youth.
I shall go out in my slippers in the rain
and pick the flowers in other people's gardens
and learn to spit.

You can wear terrible shirts and grow more fat
and eat three pounds of sausages at a go
or only bread and pickles for a week
and hoard pens and pencils and beer nuts and things in boxes.

But now we must have clothes that keep us dry
and pay our rent and not swear in the street
and set a good example for the children.
We must have friends to dinner and read the papers.
But maybe I ought to practice a little now?
So people who know me are not too shocked and surprised
When suddenly I am old, and start to wear purple.

A Submission to Stampers Sampler

2008-01-29T19:01:00.000-08:00

This was a fun challenge. I was required to use a "pocket template" and create a piece of art. The other requirement was to use a stamp. I used Michael Strong's fan stamp. Cut out the inside and folded paper to give it more of a fan look. I used a collage page from a Somerset Studio magazine and cut out the sewing images. I call it "Grammy's Sewing Kit".

Egypt ATCs

2008-01-29T18:57:00.000-08:00

Here are some ATCs I've done for a swap. This was a tough swap to do. I really need to use my imagination.

Gothic Arches - Sunday

2008-01-20T19:10:00.001-08:00

Here Comes The Bride

The theme this week for Gothic Arches is "Music and Lyrics".

This is my entry for this week. Can't say where the subject came from, it was the first thing that popped into my head.

Love Is... Swap

2008-01-19T13:58:00.001-08:00

Love Is... Eternal

This is for a swap I have done on ARTchix yahoo group.

Mixed Media Monday

2008-01-14T18:58:00.000-08:00

The theme this week is Whimsy. Not too sure if my idea of whimsy is the same as everyone's. If nothing else, I'm thinking you'll at least get a chuckle.

A Little Twist on Resolutions

2008-01-11T06:26:00.000-08:00

This is a page spread I did for an altered artbook group I belong to on Yahoo. I really haven't made any "resolutions" for the new year and thought I would put a little fun into resolutions.
The comments from the cats are a little hard to read. They are trying to come to a resolution around which hat they all like the best.

Full Page

Left Side
Right Side

4 x 4 Friday

2008-01-04T18:53:00.000-08:00

Today's theme is textured paper. For this technique I crumpled water color paper. Brushed on twinkling h2os and then ran the paper across a brown stamp pad to high light the raised creases. I then stamped leaves with green ink and embellished with words and a wire swirl. The "nest" is made with melted paper bag and string. The image is a combination of ARTchix studios faux stamp collections cut out to create the bird.

Theme Thursday

2008-01-03T19:17:00.000-08:00

Today's theme is quotes. I can really relate to this one by Louisa May Alcott.

Wednesday Stamper

2008-01-02T20:59:00.000-08:00

Today's theme is Gothic Arch.

I used a stamp from Terry Medaris. He has some really fun stamps.

Thanks for looking and Happy New Year!

Bohemian Altered Book

2007-12-27T20:42:00.000-08:00

I've always wanted to do something with a gypsy theme. There is romance, music, fortune telling, travel to distant lands, theater, something a little naughty, and art in a gypsy's life. I had a blast making this book. So here's a little something from an artist with a little gypsy in her soul!

Cover

Pages 1 and 2

All About Music

Pages 3 and 4

A little fortune telling

Pages 5 and 6
Travel the World

Pages 7 and 8

Theater

Pages 9 and 10

Something a little naughty

Pages 11 and 12

Always time for creating art

Pages 13 and 14
Love and Romance

Back Pages

I had created some faces with Polymer Clay and incorporated them in playing cards. I created a nitch in the last page to put these in.

3 x 3 Collage Entry for Artchixstudios

2007-12-26T20:33:00.000-08:00

Here are some cards I have created to send into ARTchix. The requirements were to use at least 1 piece of art from their Faux Postage Collection.

Valentines Day ATC Swap

2007-12-24T10:38:00.001-08:00

Here are some ATC cards I did for a Valentines Day Swap. Some of the images I used were from an Enchanted Mercantile CD.

Encaustic Collage - Music Muse

2007-12-23T08:58:00.000-08:00

Here is my first try at encaustic collage. I enjoyed working on this piece so much I will be doing more of them and selling them in my esty store.

I first painted the canvas with acrylic paints in the colors of the paper I used. I collage the paper pieces to the canvas then added dyed gauze to a few places. I waxed the whole piece then placed the gold string throughout the collage. I waxed again.

4 x 4 Friday

2007-12-21T09:38:00.000-08:00

This week it is all about Santa. Here is my "Old World Santa" collage.

Theme Thursday

2007-12-20T14:51:00.000-08:00

The theme this week is wings.

4 x 4 Friday

2007-12-08T08:45:00.001-08:00

Today’s challenge theme is Mona Lisa!

Twisted Tuesday

2007-11-20T11:13:00.001-08:00

Today's theme is buttons. How about some fish button bubbles!

Theme Thursday

2007-11-15T16:36:00.000-08:00

This week’s theme is “boys”!

Fluffy Fatbottom's Twisted Tuesdays

2007-11-15T15:07:00.000-08:00

This week was E I E I O. Here's my creation.

Altered Books

2007-11-10T13:20:00.000-08:00

Book of Love

This book is my tribute to love. My goal was to make it a little soft with Victorian undertones. I used a child's chunky book. First I used gesso on all the pages to help give my images something easier to adhere to and then I let my imagination run wild.

Cover
I created the woman in the bottom right hand corner with stamps and polymer clay. (yup, one more medium I dabble in)

Pages 2 and 3

A woman in the garden waiting for true love. I placed a "veil" over her face with netting and adorned her hat with some feathers.
She has found her true love and vowed to spend the rest of her life with him. The letters were made out of polymer clay.

Pages 4 and 5

A woman in thought. Romantic music is playing in the background.

Of course there are always love letters and post cards of far away places.

Pages 6 and 7

Nothing says love like Valentines!

Pages 8 and 9

The poetry is "You Are To Me" and "Love Is A Might Power" Some of the work is my polymer clay buttons.

Back Cover
I couldn't resist this cupid image. He looks so innocent. It is only a matter of time before his bow and arrow strike!

I outlined his arrow, feathers and wings with metallic gold paint.

Collage Work

2007-11-10T12:33:00.000-08:00

Kids, Mommy's Going Away For A While

A Sensative Plant

All About Fun

All I want is a warm bed, a kind word, and unlimited power.

Theme Thursday

2007-11-03T04:06:00.000-07:00

This week's theme was to use the "number 1" in my art. I thought I would give a tag a try.
Here is my 1 Warrior Fairy

I had so much fun making this piece. I did the collage on foam board. I printed a script on a piece of vellum paper and placed this lovely woman in the foreground. The colors remind me of spring.