Friday, October 29, 2010

Not A White Rabbit

This little painting was inspired by a square from the Rockefeller Quilt designed by Dorothy Weatherford as a gift to Sharon Percy Rockefeller for her help in supporting their efforts to establish the Mountain Artisans Cooperative of West Virginia. 
The book that features this quilt I received many years ago and every once in awhile I flip through it and admire the work of these wonderful women. This quilt in particular is so filled with lovely folk art designs and then executed in such bright happy colors that it just brightens even the dullest day! I did add a few personal elements and by necessity had to leave off a few others to arrive at this cheerful result. I am not sure if I am entirely finished with it, but I have another idea I am anxious to start on so for now this is "finished".
Have a great day and keep smiling!
Tina xo

16 comments:

  1. HI TINA!! For some reason, I've missed your last few posts--I think I'm caught up now--I LOVE the package you got last week, and once again, your work here is so vibrant and lovely--And certainly brightens my afternoon here at the office!! I hope you have an enjoyable weekend!!

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  2. Love it, very brilliant! (not just the colors!)

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  3. Hi Tina. Love the abstraction. I see a little south west influence. Very nice.

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  4. Yes, it's a great take on a quilt design mixed in with artistic whimsy--I love it!

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  5. I love the color and the inspiration behind it. What a beautiful painting.

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  6. Hi Tina... this is full of whimsical charm! Just lovely! Daryle

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  7. Love the colors -especially on a rainy day here. I just love how you try different styles and ideas - have a great weekend!

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  8. Hi Tina,
    This is wonderful and so full of colorful happiness. Love the combinations. You work is always fabulous!

    Thank you for stopping by and your kind comment. Have a wonderful week ahead. Happy creating.
    Hugs, Celestina Marie

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  9. I have always been a huge folk art fan. Love this one!
    Brenda

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  10. I love this Tina!So colorful.Thanks for the visit today always nice to ehar from you my sweet friend.

    Happy rest of the week to you!

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  11. Tina, I love this! I have always liked folk art and your take on it is great. I understand what you mean too, about thinking there could be more to do but the next ideas are crowding in,,,,

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  12. Hi Tina, I love the colors. Have always loved that combination. Yes it is very bright and cheery and makes one smile. Great work!!!!

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  13. PS I love Jesse Stone movies too! Or is it just Tom S!!!!!

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  14. Folk Art is one of my favorites. When I lived in Hong Kong, there were amazing folk art pieces that all told stories. I miss seeing those. Very beautiful and a very beautiful cause in that shop. I miss New York too.

    Karen

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  15. Tina,
    It is so nice to meet you! I think your portraits are wonderful and I really like your dollies! We have son's near the same age...
    I can just see you in your coat...painting is so fun...isn't it!
    I like what you wrote on your about me..your family heritage of art. Thanks again for visiting me.

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Thank you so much for taking the time to visit and for leaving a comment. It truly brightens my day to read your thoughtful remarks!
Tina xo