Seth at the altered page has put forth a pretty cool challenge. To dig through your blog and pull out one (or more) "treasured posts."
I re-took photographs of this piece. In the original post it was just much too small. I also didn't really go into much explanation about it - other than the materials used and the process.
This particular piece is called "Solace." The text at the top is Norwegian: "Hvor skal jeg trosten fange?" I chose the text after the assemblage was done and I chose it randomly - but upon translation it was really profound (to my thinking).
it is translated: "Where shall I find solace?"
The photograph is a cabinet card of my husband's ancestors in Denmark.
I have altered it to show both the comfort and the loneliness of marriage.
The lace, the velvet ribbon, the beeswax coating, the lavender, the buttons on the suit, the hinge .... they all symbolize things in marriage I can't quite put my finger on to be able to explain it better .... but the words "Where shall I find solace?" combined with the aged faces speak volumes to me and give me hope and trust and joy for today and for tomorrow.
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Kimmie, this is a very touching and heartfelt piece. what I love most about it is that you have made it possible for them to once more reach out and touch each other, rather than be separate forever. That is very, very special x
Fabulous post Kimmie, absolutely nothing random about any of it I'd say :)
I hadn't seen that, Lumi. I guess the articulated arms would make it possible to grab hold of each other :) That's sweet.
How beautiful! Yes, hope and trust...
I feel your words.
And thank you for the lovely act card. You are truly talented, my friend.
xo
I love how their elbows aren't touching -- and your commentary about marriage is brilliant.
This is great art !
Hope and trust are good words .
xox Rini
Wonderful how you put so much in this piece. Truly a treasure.
quite precious - like your summer blog rules too
Kimmie, you've captured the theme of marriage perfectly. Sometimes you stand together, yet apart. Yet, you depend on each other - each life hinges on the other. Brilliant and insightful piece. Kudos! I'm SO happy that you reposted this piece! Hugs, Terri xoxo
the details on this piece are exquisite!
Such a lovely piece. Thanks for reposting it.
Wonderful piece! Love all the thought and meaning you put into it and it makes for wonderful textures and elements.
This piece is absolutely amazing. Love all the little details. Thanks for reposting it!
I love this piece Kimmie - not just because it's beautiful to look at, but because of the meaning you've given it. As somebody lucky enough to be in a long marriage with the love of my life, I understand it.
AND I wish I could take a leaf out of your blog rules and not get so wound up about HAVING to put something on mine ....
Love
Rosie XX
interesting and cleverly introspective piece..has me wanting to see more of this blog
thanks to seth...i now have another creative soul to keep track of!
nice to meet you
What a precious piece of artwork; so much thought has gone into it. (Love your new photo as well!)
Linda xo
First time visiting. I enjoyed your blog. Just got a box of oversized puzzle pieces. I am inspired.
So glad you particpated because it means I got to see this piece. It is really wonderful. Love the layered surface, the message, and the images you chose.
Beautiful words to go with a beautiful piece Kimmie! I'm (almost) speechless with the loveliness of your art and post this time!
Isn't it strange at how many unconscious touches/symbolism can go into a piece and it's only later when you look at that you notice these things?
Thank you for mentioning the altered page post, it's a fabulous treasure trove of crafting delights especially for me being so new at all this!
I'm so glad I found you in blogland Kimmie
Gini xx
that's twice today art has made my hair stand on end, this is absolutely amazing work
Art becomes so personal yet so universal. A love re post, thanks for sharing.
Art becomes so personal yet so universal. A love re post, thanks for sharing.
That is a really beautiful piece of art! Love it! Like the words also:)
Hanne
this really is a gem of a treasure - thank you for digging it up for us to enjoy. :)
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