Sunday, December 14, 2008

Art on the Dark Side Challenge - Masks


Having fallen into the world of digital art through a great website "Digital Art Quirks", I have learned to take an out-of-the-frame approach to challenges. This may not look dark, but it makes me think of children's Christmas gifts which invariably come in boxes with the pieces wired or nailed down so tight that it takes hours to set them all free. It brings out a very dark side in me!! And I am only the Grandma. So my paper doll is a captive in a dark box, even though she is dressed for a party.
Background and "cuffs" by Lorie Davison, Scrapbookgraphics; shadow box by Maya of SBG; Feathers by Kubivet (freebie) and doll painted by me. I hope it qualifies! Click on image to enlarge for detail.

8 comments:

  1. Man you are some way out grandma Bev LOL Where did this one come from? I think it is great.

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  2. HA - Marie! We must spend too much time together. People are always calling you Bev! This entry is quirky beyond quirky! ....and funny beyond funny!

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  3. This is great Marie- not seen the box before, so will look for that later. Great take

    Hugs

    Vron xxx

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  4. Awww thanks for entering the mask challenge on darkside. This is a fabulous piece, very intriguing and interesting with a little magic in there too. Its fabulous and I shall add it to the gallery later today. Marie i have just had my sons 30th party last night so a little tired today but shall add your wonderful work soon
    Hugs June x

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  5. You've captured the dark frustration of those boxed toys beautifully, and I love your paper doll, she's a stunner.

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  6. I also have to say marie, that this one reminds me of the dark fairy tales by brothers Grimm ? anyone else agree ? I devoured those as a child and even own a book now .. this is fabby !!!

    Hugs June x

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