I did it in my art journal and it is sort of a collage with journaling in between.
I used some paint too. Click on each image to view larger if you wish.
I looked for words from magazines that explained the word explore: embark, find, curiosity, imagine, dream, conquer.
Each little image is stuck in for a reason, they all mean something to ME.
The bird and feather signifies exploring nature. The frame with the photo I took of cherry blossoms also captures the joy I experience when I am able to explore nature and capture it on film.
The bird cage means: letting yourself free, coming out of your cage, exploring.
The art picture signifies how I want to explore art-all forms of it.
The suitcases -I want to travel, even if to the nearest town!
I love nature and always enjoy exploring it. I love to follow little hidden paths and see where they lead whilst walking in a forest. I love the color green. I could imagine sitting on that pretty chair, with my feet in that water just enjoying the natural beauty around me.
Pull out tag called SIT reads: Sit in nature, watch sunsets, breathe clean air, feel the grass under your feet.
The other one reads "Summer in the garden".
Those of you who have done your pages already-FANTASTIC! Well done! I have so enjoyed checking them out. I look forward to seeing the rest of yours. You have two days left so don't stress. Enjoy the process!!
Toni if you read this your link would not work, and there was no follow up link to click on your blogger profile, please leave me a comment here with a link so we can check it out! thanks!
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22 comments:
Bonnie, this is fantastic! I love the fun and pretty pictures you chose for your collage. And I love the words you collaged in there, too. I love doing an art journal, it's the most relaxing thing I've found to do! Thanks for the first prompt, it was great!
Gorgeous pages, Bonnie! I LOVE your style:) This is so much fun!!
What fabulous pages! I am so impressed! I can't wait to see more as the weeks progress.
I love collage - this is wonderful. Your expression of the theme really speaks to me - thanks for the challenge and inspiration.
Juliann
I love your college style....the colors are great and there is a texture and 3-D effect that is wonderful.
Bonnie,
Your pages are really neat - so many things to look at!
Just to let you know that I have my page posted at fromthepines.blogspot.com
Thanks!
Cheryl
Hi Bonnie,
I decided to play too. I have posted my 'explore' page. It is over at http://allnorahsart.blogspot.com/
Girl, you are talented!!Absolutely beautiful!
Morning Bonnie, I got your question about prep for the board book in my comments. I love showing how and telling so I will work up a little tut and maybe I can get it posted before the weekend is over.
Thank you for asking.
Sharon
Hi Bonnie. I have a collage that I did ages ago that I thought of when I read your theme "Explore." Come take a look:
http://simple-studio-journal.blogspot.com/
These are lovely pages indeed! I love the colors, the journaling and the overall sense of movement in them!
I signed up for the challenge via Kari's blog and just posted my first offering on http://celestinemusings.blogspot.com/
This is all so inspiring! I have just written about my first page and may be a little late as we've had visitors staying. Thanks for hosting. Kathy
Your pages are great Bonnie. And I just love the new look of your site.
Lovely to "meet" someone else from South Africa
Please come and visit me as well: www.gypsypurple.blogspot.com
Love your blog
Chamara
Hi Bonnie!
I love these two pages - very inspiring! Hope you've been enjoying our beautiful summer weather this weekend.
Take Care.
Caro
Love the pages Bonnie.
Wonderful! thank your for the invite!-Lilia
I loved seeing your piece. I actually used your post as the inspirational jumping point for me. I'm so new to this type of artwork and I'm so excited to see everyone's work. Thanks to the 2 of you for hosting this challenge.
Nerissa
Absolutely beautiful, gorgeous page! The colors are incredible! Beautiful!
I'm having so much fun seeing everyone's pages for this challenge! I just posted my "explore" pages on my newly created blog. I had so much fun. Usually I'm a scrapbooker, so doing this type of art is pretty new for me. Can't wait to do Kari's collage prompt! -Ginger
http://mymosaicmind.blogspot.com/
Hi Bonnie,
I can't find an e-mail for you so I will answer your question here. Gesso is just a white flat primer. There are many brands and it doesn't matter which you use. If you have an art store that sells artist paints they will have gesso. If all else fails, you can use white flat inside laytex paint or house primer for your walls.
Sharon@norah'S
I know I am totally behind the time and a little bit slow...but what is this...I love the pages and would like to participate if it is still on??
Please help
Chamara
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