Wednesday, June 2, 2010

The Three Muses Challenge - TIME (or the rebirth of Venus Higgins)

This is a true story and everyone knows I don't tell fibs! My niece, Venus Higgins, lives in a world of fantasy based on her love of Roman and Greek mythology. Her name was originally "Gladys" but she changed it to "Venus" to honour one of her heroines. She loves to create re-enactments of famous paintings inspired by mythology hence this one which she calls "The Re-birth of Venus Higgins".
No, that is not a lump in my cheek. It's my tongue.!!

I painted most of the picture except for the face and body (altered by adding an unlikely head of hair and a red leotard) which is a Flickr-free-to-use image. I Googled the giant clam.

39 comments:

  1. Very cute!

    and like the side story too. I still remember hearing my first mythology story in school and always try to remind myself to read them again.

    Cheers!

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  2. If that shell closes, Venus is in trouble! Great use of your painting skills, Marie. Well done.

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  3. I had to chuckle when I read Bev's comment, Marie! If that shell snaps shut, Venus will definitely be in trouble! LOL! Well done, Marie! Hugs, Terri xoxo

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  4. Another piece to make me giggle & brighten my day on yet another wet morning here, Marie! Love the blues & yellows and your creativity of course!

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  5. Another gorgeous work of art by you!
    I love what you did here. I really like that she is holding the watch, it makes me think what it's meaning is.
    hugs,
    Terri

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  6. Oh, I like this one!!! She's quite a Venus, Marie! Love your painting...the water looks like it's moving! LynnF

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  7. You are such a terrific story-teller, Marie...You certainly have a vivid imagination. Love reading your tales. Beautiful artwork and word messages here! Excellent.

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  8. she is beautiful! lovely collage!

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  9. And she paints wonderfully too! Is there anything that you cannot do well Marie? Loving tribute to time! Blessings on your time this week!

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  10. Demure and wild figure at the same time!

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  11. OMg what a fantastic idea.
    Really facinating design. Love them Marie. Big applause for your work.

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  12. Oh, I just love your (or your niece's...) new interpretation of this famous painting and the old myth! I think we all need some kind of rebirths every now and then - both mentally and physically. Lovely piece!

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  13. Brilliant piece and I love the way she rises out of the shell!.
    Well at least your niece has imagination, - which is more than can be said of some people..It must run in the family:o)

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  14. It's so imaginative, Marie - I'm sure Botticelli must be rolling with laughter.

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  15. Fantastic colours, great summer feeling.

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  16. I like Gladys, she has style and imagination, but someone should tell her leotards are sooooo not fashionable and she should expect a visit from the fashion police. Love the colours, and of course, your painting is fantastic Marie.

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  17. Great color combinations. I love the reference to Venus.

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  18. Binjour Marie !
    ah ! voilà une nouvelle version de Vénus qui est bien originale !
    Je pense que votre nièce va beaucoup apprécier votre collage! Personnellement , je l'aime beaucoup !
    Amitiés Mary.KG

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  19. Now, see, there's a reason this is my favorite challenge: two of my favorite nutbirds are hosts! Thank God Ann is so serious(not!)

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  20. And why not re-enact scenes from famous paintings I say, why not... Now what shall I try???
    Loads of fun :)

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  21. Another great art work. Your creative ideas are ever sensational!
    A wonderful theme, I hope I make a time card too, because I love clocks.
    Hugs Anja

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  22. This is so charming... love the story behind it also. I too have a niece that has a wonderful imagination and a love for Greek mythology so this piece spoke to me personally. Thank you for sharing :)

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  23. I love this piece its very beautiful and clever work

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  24. Tee hee hee This is wonderful! So love the story! Giggles! She is a beauty! Can't wait to play again! xoxo

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  25. Fabulous!!!!!!!!!! I'm sure Venus will love this too!!!

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  26. How come she isn't skinny dipping?! Woops. Sorry. That's just a man talking.

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  27. Oh I love this image, very cool:D and nice composition. THanks for hopping over to my blog spot...happy creating and I'll see you over at Kelly's class:D

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  28. Great story, awesome piece an what a great quote!

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  29. It's a charming piece, wonderful colors and a great story! Super! ~Sharon

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  30. Ann, your piece makes bells ring in my mind! I LOVE plays on words, graphics that tie into text--this work is a tour de force. That background sends shivers of delight down my spine--a mossy roof? Peeling bark in the deep, deep woods? Something from under a microscope? Thanks for initiating this challenge, and for your comments on my blog.

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  31. fantastic piece Marie!! missed a few challenges of TTM, but.. i was in PARIS!!!! had a great time. hope to join TTM next week again.

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  32. Another absolutely fabulous piece!! I love this - cheers!!

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  33. Marie it fantastic, i love the colours and it sure made me smile too; but after reading your story i had a good laugh!! You are very talented.

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  34. absolutly stunning. it's so original. bravo , bravo wonderful
    :)

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  35. nice job on the real hand painting.. its a fun piece too..

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  36. WOW!!! Standing ovations first and compliments after :) LOVE your painting and the creative take on the theme!!! this is absolutely gorgeous my friend!!!

    Bravo!!,
    Linda

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