This morning I had a wonderful surprise in my inbox -- Gail from Mind Wide Open informed me that I had won this month's challenge with this digital collage. Wow! :)
I want to thank everyone who took a moment to look at my creation -- no matter if you voted for it or not (but, of course, thanks to everyone who liked it enough to give it his or her vote!). I still marvel that my creations have the power to touch something within others -- that I can somehow convey a bit of the magic I always feel when I create. That is just awesome! :)
Moreover, I want to thank Gail for organizing these challenges and for always finding such interesting images. That makes it easy to come up with something unique -- as everyone can see looking through the wide array of outstanding artwork. Congrats to the other winners Stacey and Lilla. :)
I am happy that digital art is accepted at Mind Wide Open. There are quite a few challenge websites out there which don't allow digital art, often implying that digital creations are less worthy than handmade items. Don't get me wrong -- I love handmade art. When I have some time to play I love to make cards or ATCs and also to sketch and paint. However, I am always drawn back to the computer. I love working with my own photos whenever possible -- and I have loved to take photos since I was a child. A graphic software gives me the chance to bring even more life into my photos -- to show you a glimpse of my world with a bit of magic.
It's always exciting to get feedback via comments or emails. That makes sharing my photos and creations worthwhile. Even if you don't hear back (right away), rest assured that I enjoy hearing from you and appreciate the time you take.
As for the my collage, Gail had already provided a nearly complete image. I corrected its proportions a bit, changed the colors (lots of layers and blendings and color corrections), added the dragonfly wings (they are from one of my photos) and the scan of a lace, and finally wrote what is so very true today: "My dreams have wings."
I want to thank everyone who took a moment to look at my creation -- no matter if you voted for it or not (but, of course, thanks to everyone who liked it enough to give it his or her vote!). I still marvel that my creations have the power to touch something within others -- that I can somehow convey a bit of the magic I always feel when I create. That is just awesome! :)
Moreover, I want to thank Gail for organizing these challenges and for always finding such interesting images. That makes it easy to come up with something unique -- as everyone can see looking through the wide array of outstanding artwork. Congrats to the other winners Stacey and Lilla. :)
I am happy that digital art is accepted at Mind Wide Open. There are quite a few challenge websites out there which don't allow digital art, often implying that digital creations are less worthy than handmade items. Don't get me wrong -- I love handmade art. When I have some time to play I love to make cards or ATCs and also to sketch and paint. However, I am always drawn back to the computer. I love working with my own photos whenever possible -- and I have loved to take photos since I was a child. A graphic software gives me the chance to bring even more life into my photos -- to show you a glimpse of my world with a bit of magic.
It's always exciting to get feedback via comments or emails. That makes sharing my photos and creations worthwhile. Even if you don't hear back (right away), rest assured that I enjoy hearing from you and appreciate the time you take.
As for the my collage, Gail had already provided a nearly complete image. I corrected its proportions a bit, changed the colors (lots of layers and blendings and color corrections), added the dragonfly wings (they are from one of my photos) and the scan of a lace, and finally wrote what is so very true today: "My dreams have wings."
Congratulations ! :)
ReplyDeleteBarb in Texas
Hi Birgit...
ReplyDeleteSo Happy for you, you deserve it, that was a beautiful layout you did.
I'm finally back to start taking a leisurely stroll around your blog.
I know I'll get inspired just looking at your images..
Take care,
From Chrissi in Vegas
Congrats on the win! You did a terrific piece, Also, thanks for the nice comment on my blog. You asked about the transparancy I used - it's from Office Max-transparancy folm for Canon and Epson printers. I've had it for about 3 years or so... I would assume anything would work. Love the alcohol inks... it works well on the trans. Again - congrats and thanks! susi
ReplyDeleteBirgit
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, of course, you totally deserved the win, your creations are wonderful.
Jeni:)