This Christmas

Let me start by saying I have so much to be thankful for during Christmas. This Christmas I am the host house. Family will be visiting (can't wait to see them). Also, this year will be much different than the past years. My children are all grown. My daughter is preparing to have her first christmas tree in NY and my son is 18 and having his last official at home christmas before college. We are about to become empty nesters. Things will never be quite the same. I will miss the excitement of the kiddies, the baking cookies, the official reading of "The Polar Express" and the glass of milk with the plate of santa cookies. My husband would bite each one to make it appear that Santa nibbled a few. So it will be a little different waiting for a train to arrive or a drive to retrieve someone. But over all I still love the reason for the season. Have a blessed holiday.

Put your hands together for...

the winner of the Josephine Baker Contest. Congratulations LuLu! LuLu created entry number 2. Nice job. Thanks to both you and Anitra for your fab fab fab entries. You are both wonderfully talented artists.

Josephine Entries

Entry No. 2

Entry No. 1

The first of I hope many entries has arrived. Isn't she fabulous. Keep 'em coming.
Good Luck,
Kimberly

JOSEPHINE BAKER CONTEST

THE DRAWING: JOSEPHINE
Oooh La La! I think everyone is familiar with Josephine. She was a stunning beauty that would have given Beyonce(still love you girl) a run for her money. I decided to make her the next contest. I hope there are some fans out there that want to do her up in style. I drew this picture from an old photo I came across.

So the rules are the same as previous contest. Grand prize is a $25.00 money order. You will also receive a copy of all the entries submitted. I will from this point on be putting a watermark on the posted entries (to protect my contest participants original works). This will not be on the collage sheets. When you enter the contest all entries become my property. I will handle them carefully. Promise. One more thing when you enter I will send you the entry number to avoid confusion on voting.

Please forward me your art link along with your contact information in the comment section. I will review all messages before posting them. This way your contact information is strictly for me.

Now that all that is out the way. Work my Josephine up! Deadline is Dec 1, 2009

We Have A Winner!

The winner of the Diva Contest is LuLu! Congratulations! You can look forward to receiving your cash prize this week. Lovely piece.
I also want to thank all the people who participated in contest. The entries were fabulous! I will be forwarding a collage sheet to you. Thanks again and keep an eye out for the next contest coming soon.
Peace.

Holiday's Fast Approaching! AAA!

Can you believe that XMAS is just about 6 weeks away? Lordy, Lordy where does the time go? I can't decide if I am going to make gifts or buy them? I like to support my fellow artists and I hope they in turn will show me some love and support. (smile). I have started creating Christmas Cards and other gifts that are up for sale. Here is a sampling. If you are interested, please leave me a comment. Show some love ya'll. Set of 6 Assorted Hand Designed Cards for $12.00 plus $3.00 S/H.

Time to Vote Diva Art Contest

Take a few moments and check out all the entries for the Diva Art Contest. Then cast your vote for your favorite. Polls close 11/08/09 at 12 noon. Thanks for voting.

Just Returned...

from my what I call better than a spa vacation. I spent 5 days with some of the most wonderful artistic women on the east coast and beyond. I have been anticipating the "ART IS" event for a whole year, this year's theme was Alice in Wonderland. Believe me I was in ART Heaven. I kept thinking to myself how I was so in my element. I wish I could live in a commune with artists like us and just do art all day. Wouldn't that be fun. (smile). I really have to thank the coordinators of ART IS Ellen and Sallianne who's unstoppable energy kept a positive flow. It was such a memorable 5 days. I can't wait for next year and its theme will be the Wizard of Oz. Now I am off to find the yellow brick road. The art piece above is one of the classes I took from Kecia Deveney.

Diva Art Contest

Entry #6
#5
Entry #4
Entry #3
Entry #2
Entry #1
The DIVA Design

This is the second contest for those of you who like a challenge. I have created this fun drawing of a cheerful young lady. I think it would be fun to give her a Diva Makeover. You can use any method you like within the mixed media, altered art and paper art world as long as the image remains the same. I will be creating a collage sheet from the finished designs that are winners. I would like for your item to be able to fit in a ATC size space. This would mean keeping the edges clean unless you don't mind them being cut a bit. Your name will appear under your design on the final collage sheet.
First place winner will receive a $25.00 money order prize and the other participants will receive a free copy of the final sheet. You will have from today til Oct. 30th to complete your design and send it to me over the net. This means send me the link in the comments section. I will post the entries on my blog and people will vote for the design. You do not have to physically mail the item. Just forward it to me at this site thru the comments section. Please send me any questions.

We Have A Winner!

Entry #8 by R. T. Moler-Wilks is our contest winner. R.T. will receive a cash money order of $25.00. Job well done.

I also want to thank all of you who participated in the contest. I will be forwarding you a copy of all the entries. Next contest will be posted shortly.

Thank you all again and again congrats to R.T.
Kimberly

Peaceful Contest Entries

Entry # 11
Entry # 10
Entry # 9
Entry # 8
Entry # 7
Entry # 6
Entry # 5
Entry # 4
Entry # 3
Entry # 2
Entry # 1
Thank you all for taking time to use my design to create some wonderful entries. There is still time for anyone who is interested in joining in the fun. Sept 15th is the deadline. Here are some of the entries I have received so far.

Good Bye Mr. Kennedy

February 1932 - August 2009
Rest forever in Peace

Several years ago my daughter attended a college program at MICA and one of Mr. Kennedy's relatives attended the same program. That was the first and only time I saw Mr. Kennedy in person. He and his wife were attending the closing ceremony. My husband and I were seated right behind him. It was an ah moment. I am very happy that he was able to accomplish so many positive things in his life. He should be at peace now.

Digital Collage Sheet

Collage Sheet available on my etsy site. Check it out. They are sized to put in a jewelry frame or create just about anything you can think of . My site: www.3Kimberly.etsy.com.

"Peaceful" Contest

I have a little contest for those of you who feel like a challenge. I have created a drawing of a peaceful image (sorta like a blank stamp image). I am looking for creative ideas of how to finish this lovely lady. You can use any method you like within the mixed media, altered art and paper art world. I will be creating a collage sheet from the finished designs that are winners. I would like for your item to be able to fit in a ATC size space. This would mean keeping the edges clean unless you don't mind them being cut a bit. You name will appear under your design.
First place winner will receive a $25.00 money order prize and the other 11 will receive a free copy of the sheet. You will have from today til Sept. 15th to complete your design and send it to me over the net. I will post the entries on my blog and people will vote for the design. I will have to have at least 12 people for the contest to take place. So encourage you buddies to participate. You do not have to physically mail the item. Just forward it to me at this site thru the comments section. Please send me any questions.

What have we lost?

Today, was another numbing moment. Two Icons of Hollywood took their final journey home. Farrah Fawcett, may you rest in peace. Michael Jackson, may you now find the peace you so desperately sought in this world. Not since Marvin Gaye have I shed a tear for a fallen celebrity but last night I did. He was bizarre, yes. But he was also one of the most tragic childhood star stories to be a part of Hollywood.

I grew up with Michael Jackson and the Jackson 5 playing on our record player and excited to have my Michael Jackson kissing poster on the bedroom wall. My sisters and I used to rush to buy the new J5 single when it came out and play it over and over again. Even though money was tight. My sister and I chatted last night and she remembers waking up one morning as a teen to "I'll Be There" and falling for the J5 then. They were and will always be a memorable sound. He was a unique individual and the world was always looking thru his stained glass windows. The older he got the more curiouser he became. Facial changes, long hair and quirky ways made him seem strange to people. But I think he never had a chance to live a normal childhood life and that probably affected his psyche over time. It must be so overwhelming to have never been out of the spotlight. I wonder what he saw when he looked in the mirror, when he was alone? Well, we will never know. I just hope that now he will be remembered for his outstanding concert performances and deep in your soul music that stays with you forever. I don't care what people say he was an Icon, he was and will remain my Icon of Pop Music. Michael, enjoy your journey home.

Life without RAIN!

Well, finally I was able to go out of the house and into my backyard for a brief moment. It has been raining so much here I feel like I am living in London or Seattle. Actually, I understand Seattle has not seen rain in over 30 Days. Ironic.

So anywho, I got and was able to take a few pics of my cuties MAX and BAILEY. I also took some photos of my flowers. Enjoy them.

Art Zine News

Hello everyone: Its just about done and I will be taking pre-orders for SM*ART Zine. What is SM*ART Zine? (Share More Art Zine) that was created by me for people to share their knowledge, opinions, skills and art with others. There are so many talented artist out there and some don't have a venue to get exposure. Well, join in SM*Art. It is my goal to run this zine at minimum 4 times a year, but that will depend on how the initial zine goes. My first zine will have an artist interview with the wonderful and talented Leighanna Light, a project section, a gallery of artwork, and a vendor resource section to help you find some goodies. If you would like to place an order just head over to my etsy site http://www.kilntime.etsy.com/

Don't miss out on this introductory issue.

Cover Design by Moi!

Play Day

Here is where a good college education pays off. The girl in the picture is my daughter who graduated with a degree in Photography from NYU. She took this self-portrait in her freshman year. I couldn't resist turning it into an ATC. Just by adding a little color and some artchix elements. Wal-lah!

Not too shabby for a collaborative effort.

Swap Botting

SWAP BOT

Today, I received a packet from down under. It was filled with fun elements to create 3 ATCs. Below are the final results. I really appreciated this packet, the person took time to review my profile and send useful things. Swap Bot can be fun but be prepared to receive packets or items that may not match your style. But this partner got it right. Thanks darlin'.

Enjoy!

Some Good News!!!!

I am so excited to have been selected as ARTCHIX Artist of the Month (March)! During my birthday month too. Woo Hoo! I was so honored. Oh my gosh, I love that site the products are so my style. Helga and the staff are soooo kewl! Keep an eye out for me.

Also, good news I will be teaching at Artfest for the Soul this Oct 2009. Another fabulous venue of really talented artist who meet annually create and share talents. My class will be Artist Trading Cards (ATCs) one of my favorite mixed media projects. You can see some examples throughout my blog. The event is held in Cromwell, CT. You can get further information at http://www.art-is-you.com/ . Check it out.

Peace!