Inkyheart

Wild Mustangs...

 

We drove up the Outer Banks of North Carolina to the Virginia border - where no cars intrude and the wild mustangs roam free.  We were truly blessed to see ten or more mustangs on the beach this day.

How is it that 10 days passes so quickly?  This poem suits my mood:

There is a pleasure in the pathless woods,
There is a rapture on the lonely shore,
There is society, where none intrudes,
By the deep sea, and music in its roar:
I love not man the less, but Nature more,
From these our interviews, in which I steal
From all I may be, or have been before,
To mingle with the Universe, and feel
What I can ne'er express, yet cannot all conceal.

     -- Lord Byron

And so I am dragged back into the non-beach reality.  LOL!  For the last two days, my mind has kicked forward into to-do list hyperdrive:

• into CHA assignments to be completed.
• packages (current count is 8) in my front entrance hall at home; according to the dear lady who is staying there and the official puppy sitter. ;)
• packages (current count is 2) that were DIVERTED so that they would arrive at my in-laws; because I need to work on them before boarding the plane to Orlando!
• Bookings through the end of the year and 1st Quarter 2010.  Besides what is already posted, just watch the sidebar, folks!  Texas, Tennessee, Kansas, Oklahoma (or Arkansas) - here I come!  Booked these yesterday and today while filling out Day Camp forms for the kidoodles (for CHA week).
• Those five nagging things on my Outlook Reminder popup that I really need to get mailed out...

...and I know Liz is laughing because I don't even have a glimmer of a cell phone signal out here at the beach -- and yet here I am, blogging and booking class dates.  I do hear you, Liz.  I am relaxing and unplugged (at least a little bit!).  But I miss chatting with ya.  Dang cell phone.

So let it at least be said at least that no traveling occurred lest it had beach or pool as its endpoint during the month of July.  At least until the 26th.  Pretty good for me!

And that we are relaxed, tanned and truly blessed for having this time together in the OBX.

Ah, my 'beach read' is "An Illustrated Life" by Danny Gregory.  If you know me well, you know that I dislike the word, 'NOT'.  As in, "I'm not creative".  And my own personal 'not', "I'm NOT an artist, that's why I stamp".  I'm tired of saying (or even thinking) that -- so I'm NOT going to anymore.  It's time to draw... and what is really freaking me out right now is that I JUST visited his blog (while typing in the link above) having never visited it before; and see that he is addressing the attendees of Art & Soul in Portland.  I happen to be going to that show.  Weird. Weird. Weird how things come together like that when you aren't even looking for it and somebody inspires you and BAM there they are.

Ok.  That's a beginning and then end of my ramble.  Off we go...

Digi Paper - Coordination with Copic Color Palette

Here is an example of using my Digital 334 Copic Color Palette to coordinate one's card with Copic's color palette.  Print the card front on your favorite cardstock, stamp your image, and color with your Copic Markers!

This card front is coordinated with R83 / R85 and R89, which I could now use as my primary simple blending group for any image I choose to stamp:

 

Of course, your monitor may see things differently than mine does - but the printer knows the truth.  LOL!

It's great to have the creative freedom to choose from whatever Copic markers you have to create your image - you WILL have the coordinating paper you need no matter what.

And remember, if you aren't handy with digital schtuff...  You can simply print out an 8 1/2 x 11 cardstock with 3-4 large color blocks on it to cut out with your punches, Nestabilities, etc.  This is simply an example.

The 'Add to Cart' button is now working on the left-hand sidebar if you would like to purchase the US $2.95 Digi Copic 334 Color Palette for your personal use.

Get Digi-nated with the Copic 334-Color Palette!

Would you like to be able to make your digital paper coordinate with the coloring you do with your Copic Markers?

Would you like to make your font for card sentiments or art journaling coordinate with your Copic Marker coloring as well?

Wouldn't it be great to take B02...

 

and make your digital background papers coordinate?  Even down to the finest details, like the lines on this ledger paper?

Then print it out, stamp, color and embellish with your Copic Markers and know that it looks great?

Do you own Photoshop Elements or Photoshop Creative Suite?

Your solution is here!

For US $2.95 you can click on the button below to purchase this item.

Indicate the e-mail address (if different than your Paypal id) and once paid, via Paypal, the files will be sent to your e-mail address*!  It's that simple!  You do not even need to have a Paypal account.  Paypal will automatically send an e-mail to my address at inkyheart@earthlink.net to notify me of your payment.

*allow up to 24 business hours for delivery.

I have carefully input the 334 colors that are currently the entire Copic palette into a digital image file using the manufacturer's specified color coding for the most accurate results.  This includes the newly released 12 colors that are shipping in just a couple of weeks.  P.S. - store owners, if you haven't placed your order for the newest colors in Sketch Markers yet -- now would be the time!

How Does It Work?

In Photohop Elements: Use your eyedropper tool to select a color from my 334 color palette file and then double click on the color selector tool to reveal the manufacturer's settings for RGB, HSB and Hex code.  Or have the file visible to use the eyedropper on the Enhance Color / Replace Color dialog box.

 

In Photoshop CS: Use your eyedropper tool to select a color from my 334 color palette file and then double click on the color selector tool to reveal the manufacturer's settings for RGB, HSB, Lab, CMYK and Hex code.

 

Use either tool to retrieve this data and then input it into the color selector dialog in Microsoft Word to get a coordinating font color using RGB.

 

Show Me More!

I will be putting together more YouTube Videos featuring use of the Copic Digital Swatches - so subscribe to my channel on YouTube, inkyheart-SLM.  It's free - and you will see even more things you can do to take your finished projects to new levels of digi-nation!

The Fine Print

This is my personal project and is not an endorsed product of Copic Marker / Imagination International.  It's just something that I've put together and am offering to those who like to do a little digital dabbling whether it be in Photoshop or Microsoft Word. 

Your purchase is for individual use only.  Do not distribute files electronically by any means.  Use common sense and give credit where credit is due.  Thank you for your cooperation.

NOTE: Digital sample sources: Ledger 'mattie' by Corina Neilson.  Overlay by IOD for Prima Hybrid.

Rinse. Spin. Repeat. And a GLIMMER Giveaway!

OBX

A day in the Outer Banks of North Carolina.  Nothin' much to do but relax, play, eat, nap...  I'm relishing the absense of cell phone signal.  At the same time, I do like the cable modem.  After all, no internet connectivity might put me into convulsion.  But no traveling going on right now, lest in pursuit of fresh seafood or rum.

We started off the morning with sketching in the sunrise.  Cameron and I both like this little nook.

 

RINSE: Head to the ocean and play in the waves.

 

SPIN:

 

Refuel at the oceanside deck with some burgers and smiley fries.  Result?

 

A bit of shuffleboard with Daddy.  Yes, I beat him.  LOL.

And then they napped.  Me too.  The nap is a glorious thing.

Now the sun-kissed trio is busy.  Courtney is buying groceries with Daddy, Cameron is back up in the nook sketching with me and Brianna is reading a book.

Daddy is in the mood to make something seafood and wine-oriented for our dinner.  I have requested rum.  The kids will have soft tacos.

Repeat.  Repeat.  Repeat.  For as many days as possible.

At the same time, at home, our housesitter and official dog petter is receiving many deliveries from Fedex and UPS with my name on them.  There will be creativity crunch Pre-CHA when we return home.  But who can complain about that?  Also my best friend is now officially the dog's BFF.  She is tiring HIM out with all the playtime.

And they've already got the TV in some mode where it's only showing four channels.  LOL.  I left instructions!

Giveaway

And of course I cannot leave a Fourth of July weekend post without something sparkley to share.  Glimmer Mist has a new look.  And although change is really good, we don't want the product to be overlooked when you are looking for the former packaging on the shelf of your favorite store.

So create a post on your blog or website with the picture of the new bottles and the phrase,

Glimmer Mist is the same great product with a Fabulous NEW Look!

E-mail a link to your post to: liz@mytatteredangels.com and she will verify and add their name to the list for a prize drawing. Tattered Angels will randomly pick 3 winners who will win a six pack of the brand new, never released WINTER 2009 colors. They are not on the market yet, and these winners will be the first to receive them!

Remember, the product has not changed.  The price is the same.  And they are proudly made in the USA.

What better way to add some Glimmer to your Fourth of July weekend?

AWESOME Blahgzh... say it with me

I didn't know what I was getting into.  I didn't even know how to pronounce it apparently.  I certainly didn't expect to have something finished by the end of the weekend.  And I wasn't sure if I would be able to do a freeform workshop; after reading many (glowing) reviews about this workshop on the internet. 

All of these things taken into consideration, this weekend I took a one and a half day workshop on assemblage (pronounced awe-SEMM-blahwj) at Absolutely Everything in Topsfield, MA with Michael DeMeng.  And now I know exactly how to pronounce it.  And I'm no longer intimidated by it.

 

Because Michael is a wonderful instructor!  He took a complete novice at using acrylics and had me mixing my own washes with abandon!  He showed us how to create our own fluid acrylic washes - his favorite called "the UGE" (kind of like saying 'huge' but without the 'h').  It stands for 'the usual' color combination that he uses on every project at some point.

In the photograph above, he is showing us how to use the interference colors; and how they appear on white, and black, and with washes of fluid acrylics over them.  Here is a closer look:

 

Ok. that is where the lessons started and went.  And then some basic deconstruction / reconstruction tips for our books - and off we went.  This is the point in reading the reviews where I felt a bout of intimidation coming on.  But it wasn't intimidating at all!  This teacher, group and store was so inspiring!

This was NOT a class about copying the sample.  Everyone brought their own materials to make their projects; and a similar set of colors to work with.  Michael walked around the room, offering advice when asked; showing how to make adjustments where necessary and making sure that everybody was comfortable with the tools that we had to work with.

While he brought many of his own works which were laid on the table throughout the two days for reference and inspiration -- each person felt the freedom to use whatever color schemes and items they wished.  I digress for a moment, but I want to point out that taking a class from an artist like Michael DeMeng is about learning HOW to use his tools of the trade in whatever way pleases YOUR eye.  And there was plenty of eye-candy to view.

There were items assembled from wall light switch parts:

 

Books, such as the form we were making:

 

Framed pieces:

 

And even something that made me giggle every time I looked at her.  And mind you, she was directly across from me - so I was smiling a lot during class.

But most of these pieces are too dark for my personal style.  So I got started at making my own work using DeMeng-style techniques.  For the cover of my book, I chose to make an aperture.  Even after the Dremel demonstration, I was still intimidated to use it.  But Michael was kind enough to make this guide line for me for placement of my window frame.

 

By the way, this is a text book from my first year at college, from Art History class.  I felt it was time to revise its personal history.  The insides still remain intact although removed from their housing. 

I took a quick shot of my hands - with all ten fingers just for evidence, lest I lose a digit.

I chose a window frame piece from Renaissance Art Stamps for my front cover.  I wanted an aperture into the cover with something to see through the window.

 

This is the reconstructed book shell, pages removed and open.  The spine was removed and replaced with a much wider piece of foam core; which was connected to the front and back cover with Claudine Hellmuth's 'Sticky Back' canvas.  Ingenious - it's book binding tape on steroids.

On the left you see the guide lines for me to cut out the front aperature.  On the right, several pieces of foam core have been cut to size for the something I bought specifically for this class.  Mind you, having no real idea how I could use it - but it inspired me...  I'll get to it in a moment.  For now, understand that it is heavy and interactive - so I asked Michael for his help in how to make it work with my project.  Two concepts emerged, and the latter seemed like the easiest and strongest method.  I punched four holes into the back cover and used wire to attach to the frame of my ephemera.

 

And here it is -- a fully functional combination door to a mailbox.

 

Now you see why I was concerned about weight and interactivity.

That was about all I got accomplished on the first evening.  I was about 15 minutes late to class.  Boston traffic on Friday afternoon is a thing to be reckoned with.  And I knew that I needed to get some things done in order to be prepared for the next day.  So I went back to the hotel and proceeded to use all manner of gel medium, caulk, etc. to attach my window and door and create texture on my exposed surfaces of the book.  Here is the inside cover.

 

And the inside 'page' to which I collaged a few pieces of Paris-themed papers and made a little concentric 'tunnel' treasure aperture.

 

And then I went to bed while it dried overnight.

The next morning, we had paint application lessons and then everybody was off creating their masterpieces.  This is that inside front cover again.

 

and the collaged inside 'page'.  Looking a little different than the night before, eh?

 

I haven't altered the appearance of the post office box yet.  My Copic Marker and airbrush will be set loose upon it on Monday.  I also want to remove the number label on the glass door.  Inside is a little feathered nest.  I haven't finished this page yet.  The construction wires need to do something.  Can't wait to finish it.

I spent a LOT of time on the front cover of my book:

 

Like any painter - my windows are sticking shut.  I'm going to get them working again.  (yes, they open and shut!)

This bright gold broach on the front cover was 'burnt' using Copic Markers and the airbrush system with a combination of Y35, BV09 and 110.

 

And that is where the project stands at the moment.  I have the tools to finish it this week.  I need to complete the outer edges, outside spine and the back of the book as well as some elements to peer out from the front cover. :)

Tomorrow I am off to New Hampshire to teach a Copic Certificaiton Class - so I will check back in on Monday evening, with a project update.

I hope you enjoyed this little walk-through of a Michael DeMeng workshop.  Please avail yourself of his talents if he is ever in your area teaching.

 

This picture was taken after he autographed my copy of "The Secret of Rusty Things".  Is there paint in my hair?  Well it sure was a fun time.  And I'm looking forward to teaching tomorrow, after having been inspired by a great teacher today.

Good night!

Glitter, Glitter, Everywhere...

Last night's 2am-er project consisted of this t-shirt decoration.  All she had to do was show me the t-shirt, flash those gorgeous, googley eyes of hers - and I was all in on the project.  Suckah!!  :)

 

It was for 'Freaky Friday.  Of course she had no idea I was going to go for the glitter.  I eyerolled and mentioned drawing something on with my pens, becuase of the last minute notice.  Or perhaps she was using 10 year old reverse psychology on me.  Whatever - the Art Glitter and Fabric Glue and Paint came out to play.

Here is how the finished item was received...

 

And then of course the cool, composed pose:

 

But the top moment of the morning was when driving to school this morning, she announced that she loved me more than frogs.  Ok, that's huge.  Want another t-shirt???  How about 10?

Good stuff.

CARD: Love You with Faerie Song (CPS119)

 

This card was made with another adorable stamp from Faerie Song by Valarie Wade.  I love her cute, shy pose sitting atop a toadstool.

The card design was inspired by CPS119 on Card Positioning Systems blog.

I started with some glossy patterned cardstock from Rouge de Garance.  I used the colors in this paper to select my Copic Markers.

• RV000, RV25, RV29
• BG000, BG13, BG49, BG72
• Skin: E00, E21, E13, E04, R81
• Hair: N4, N6, BV29, 110

• YG11, YG03, YG93, YG95

Other supplies include:

• Bryony from Faerie Song RS by Valarie Wade
• Shaped cardstock from Bazzill
• Pop Star paper from Rusty Pickle
• Woodstock Cherry Flower from Prima
• Essentials (Flirty Little Secret) from Prima
• Misc. brads

• Butterfly from Prima

I really enjoy working with fairy images.  Nothing like a little magic to brighten up your day.  And thinking about wings - I'm going to take flight tomorrow and stretch a little myself.  Looking for some 'Rusty Things' and assorted schtuff for my first assemblage workshop with Michael deMeng this weekend.  After reading his book, 'The Secrets of Rusty Things'; I was all the more intrigued by his work.  It is putting me firmly outside of my box, to say the least -- but we have to jump around the periphery now and then to grow, n'est pas?  Oooh, I think the French paper is rubbing off on me...

Ok, now I need to get down to packing...which includes testing all 500 markers and reinking where necessary so they will be ready for the Copic Certification Class in Belmont, NH on Sunday.  Inky Inky Inky...

REGISTER: Copic Certification Classes – August, 2009

Please read this entire post carefully since we will NOT accept applications that are submitted incorrectly!

There are two sessions currently open during the August, 2009

Sunday, 08/16/2009
hosted by Picture This
6000 Arndt Lane
Eau Claire, WI 54701
715-830-9555
http://www.mmemorieslast.com 

Sunday, 08/30/2009
hosted by Cherry Blossom Studio, formerly Scrapbook Central
4449 Lyons Rd., Suite J-103
Coconut Creek, FL  33073
http://cherryblossom-studio.com

Cost is $120 per attendee
These classes fill up quickly so please read the following directions to make sure your application is accepted.

Classes are OPEN first  to:
• Store Owners/Employees in the Papercrafting or Fine Art Industry
• Teachers who are affiliated with a store
• Designers registered with CHA or members of Design Team(s)
• Sales Reps for Copic or associated Distributors
• Media, Press
(limited seats available for people who have already been certified or attending half-day, see below)

Three weeks before the event, REMAINING SEATS will be opened to:
• Home Party Representatives (such as Stampin’ Up! or CTMH)
• Craft enthusiasts

If you do not fall into one of these categories we will put you on a different mailing list for future Certification sessions.

Applications

Applications will be accepted starting 12am Eastern Time, Friday June 12th. We will not accept early applications!
 
Every Attendee must fill out an Application and contact Kris

Just because you have e-mailed me does NOT mean you are in the class. If you are not on Kris’s list you are not attending. Sales Reps and Media people also need to contact us so we have an accurate head-count. If you are from outside the US please let us know right away. 

E-mail or fax your applications please.  Download the application here.
E-mail-  orders@copicmarker.com   fax- 541-684-0140

Applications are used for adding correct information to the website instructor list. We ask for samples of your work just to get a feel for the type of things you create, be it scrapbook, stamping, altered arts, or fine art. Your application will not be denied if you don’t submit examples.

Notes

If you will be late or are leaving early I cannot make special accommodations. If you would miss more than 1 hr. of the class please do not apply for the full class, since space is limited. We do have some half-day spots for a different fee on a case-by-case basis. Stores who cannot make the whole event need to let me know if they are attending morning only or afternoon only, though you will not get the full packet unless you pay. You will not get a certificate unless you attend the whole day. Please come and go during breaks only.

Class Goals and Outline

The Copic Certification Class encompasses education of the most important aspects of Copic's product lines and includes hands-on education of product knowledge, blending techniques, answers to common problems and how to test and select your inks and papers.  We will show you how to demonstrate, teach and sell Copic products.  You will receive a complete curriculum filled with reference material, techniques and class instructions, as well as a teacher’s kit of products for demonstration (valued at $85.00 US MSRP) which includes one of each type of product from these lines.  You will have an opportunity to use all of these products hands-on as we cover their function and differences between each one.

You will learn about three common mistakes and how to identify, test and use your materials.

You will learn four different blending techniques.

You will learn how to create texture and erase mistakes

You will learn how the markers are labeled - with what I personally like to refer to as The Copic Periodic Table of Colors.

You will learn how to choose colors that work well together from the Copic Color Wheel - which I personally refer to as the Galaxy of Copic Colors.

You will have an opportunity to airbrush with both the ABS-1 and the Air Compressor / ABS-3 setup and understand how each works.

You will have the opportunity to network with other peers in the industry

Certification is geared towards store owners, employees, designers and instructors in the paper crafting industry.  Attending class covers all of these topics.  But remember, if you are not able to attend a certification class near you, that almost everything that is taught in the class is covered on the Copic Product Specialist's blog, which is currently located at ilikemarkers.blogspot.com. There are a few tidbits that I elaborate on more in the class than what is on the blog, but I know that for people who avidly read the blog and practice what is covered there - then the certification is a lot of repeat.  If something is talked about in certification that is not on the blog it's mostly because Marianne hasn't gotten around to writing it up yet.  Many of the attendees do not have a chance to follow the blog, so the class is geared as a summary and intro to everything Copic and stamping-related.

While certification is not an art lesson or a place to make samples or projects, it is a chance for learning techniques and seeing up close how it works- the little "a-hah! that's what I was doing wrong..." kind of things so that you can build upon your skills with the information that is presented during class.

If being certified isn't as important to you as having a hands-on class and opportunity to learn about Copic markers or if a certification class is full, you may have the opportunity to attend a consumer class at that same location on the day before.  Many locations at which I have booked the certification classes have chosen to have me come in a day in advance to offer 2-hour workshops, such as Copic 101.  Perhaps this will suit your purposes instead?  Contact the stores listed to see what they may be offering prior to the certification event.

People who take this class will be listed on our website as instructors who have completed training. It is still up to you to practice on your own and take the skills you learn and apply them to your own work.

This is a technique-based class. We will NOT make finished samples. Rather, I suggest that you make a Sample Book with techniques and color combos that you like during the class, or take the small images you work on and turn them into projects later.

A typical class runs:
9 am to 10:30  Papers, inks, and product overview (Basic Overview)
10 min break
10:40 to 12:30 pm  Coloring, 4 blending methods, and the colorless blender
1 hr lunch break – Lunch is NOT provided
1:30 to 2:45  Blender effects, altered media, ink effects,
3pm to 4  Airbrushing, Q & A, signing of certificates

Supplies

You class fee includes an information packet with lots of useful literature and guides. There will also be a paper sampler in your packet. Most of the flyers and information sheets are downloadable off our website, and you can request copies of specific flyers for your future events by sending an e-mail to orders@copicmarker.com

Also included is a product packet. This is a sampler for you to use for teaching or demo purposes. Each packet includes:
2 Copic Markers
2 Sketch Markers
1 Wide Marker
1 Various ink
1 Spica Glitter Pen
2 Multiliner SP pens
1 Sketch Blender Pen
1 Big bottle of blender solution (this will have to go in checked luggage for those flying)

All other supplies are provided, however you may wish to bring the following:
• Your own stamps or stamped-off images
• Your own papers or inks to try (I bring plenty of my favorite, please test your own)
• Embellishments to alter or Airbrush (die-cuts, metal, silk flowers, etc)

We will be using Sketch Markers. If you choose to bring your own markers make sure they are marked so they do not get mixed in with my classroom sets.

What if I have already taken a Certification Class and I want to take it again?
I usually have a few spaces for people like you in each class. If you haven't already contacted me about this, then here's the scoop:

1. There will be a small fee. This helps us cover catering and room rental, etc.
2. You don't get a new packet unless you want to pay full price. Likewise, no new certificate, sorry.
3. Please let me know at the same time I open registration to everyone that you are a REPEAT. That way I don't figure you into my class size limit the same.
4. When you come, please help the people around you. Especially with those 4 pesky blending techniques. Those slow down the class the most and having someone else at the table who can help is greatly appreciated.
5. Please bring your own markers and have them labeled. It takes me a while to check my classroom marker sets after each class and refill them, which I factor into the class cost.
6. If you can't make it to the whole class, then please enter/exit at the breaks so you're not disrupting me (it's too easy to sidetrack me as you know!)

Questions?
Please contact Kris about applications and payment
in the US toll free: 866-662-6742, outside the US,  541-684-0013
orders@copicmarker.com

Product questions, contact Marianne
office1@copicmarker.com

Winner of Technique Junkies / Copic Certification Giveaway!

Happy Wednesday!  I want to announce the winner of the Belmont, New Hampshire Copic Certification Class giveaway, hosted by Stamping Memories as announced on Pat Huntoon's Technique Junkies blog.  The winner is:

Entrant #24, the number drawn is for...

Debbie Corbari!!!

Thank you to everybody who entered.  If you are still interested in attending, I have space available.  You may download the application here.  The class is going to be held this coming Sunday, June 14th.  It is the last certification class in the Northeast for the remainder of 2009.

Have a colorful day!

SL

CARD: Seize the Daisy ... and the Certification Class too!

This is the last week/weekend for soccer and lacrosse practice and games.  The kids have had a nice season, but I'm ready for less weekend comittments.  On the weekends that I am home, I just want to chill with my kids and perhaps go to a waterpark or do playdates.  I abhor schedules when it comes to family time!  Today is the one exception to that guideline.  We call it "Trauma Tuesday" -- the one day of the week where I allow crazed after school activity and sports schedules to run amok.  We pay on Tuesday, but in return we have schedule-free Wednesdays through Fridays.  It's a good thing.

It is also the last weekend that I will be teaching in New England until 2010.  So, to send it off with a BANG in conjunction with my friend, Pat Huntoon at Technique Junkies Newsletter we are giving away one free seat for this weekend's Belmont, NH certification class.

To enter, you need to read the details HERE.

Go on, enter! Learning new techniques is a great way to start your summer.   Don't comment to enter!  Read the post linked above...

This past weekend was the Heirloom Productions Stamp Expo up in West Springfield, MA.  I did not attend.   Not for not wanting too - but family time is a precious commodity with my traveling schedule.  So I'm blog hopping to Pat and Sue's posts, etc. to see the show vicariously through their eyes.

Let's see - so I got some happy mail yesterday - including some adorable stamps from Faerie Song.  I had heard of this company from a stamping friend of mine, a local lady named Sue that is well known published in Vamp Stamp News and a great teacher.  Once I saw these images, I knew my wallet would be lighter.  I purchased Bryony and Kyra, and a couple of images off the other plate.  I like this artist!  So I stayed up until 2:00am no less coloring her.  :)

 

How much better does it get?  She's adorable, sitting on a slip of the moon, with flowers, pretty hair, wings, etc.  Love it!

Supplies:

• Kyra from Faerie Song rubber art stamps by Valarie Wade
• Baby and Brides collection papers from Graphic 45
• Tattered Angels Glimmer Mist in Hydrangea
• Love in Bloom stamp set by CTMH
• Lilac Mist and Iris cardstock by CTMH
• Big Box Bloom from Eire collection by Prima

• Tattered Angels Glimmer Chips, embossed

So that's what you have to do if you want to win the seat to the Copic Certification Class this weekend in New Hampshire - Seize the Da{is}y!

And if that isn't going to fit in your schedule we have some more classes coming up through the end of July:

• Salt Lake City, UT class on June 11th taught by Marianne is open to the public.
• Belmont, NH class on June 14th taught by Sally Lynn MacDonald is open to the public.
• Durham, NC class on June 28th taught by Sally Lynn is FULL.  In addition, workshops are being held in the evenings from Thurs. - Saturday at The Enchanted Cottage in Lewisville, NC that feature Copic Markers and airbrushing as well.  I know the waitlist was massive, and I hope these will accomodate some of your needs.
• Orlando, FL class on July 27th taught by Marianne is open to Stores, Teachers, & Design Team members only.

If you haven't signed up for the Copic mailing list on the right, you should do it now. We use that mailing list to notify you of classes near you. 

So I'll be back tomorrow to announce our winner.  Until then, be colorful!