Wednesday, September 21, 2011

The Three Muses Challenge - Doors



Yes, this is my (in)famous Uncle Paul (by marriage) who features regularly in my artwork.  The fact that his poor little wife, Julia, is standing while he is seated sums up their marriage.  (She was my mother's sister).
The photograph of church door was Googled, the photo of the bridal couple is from my family album.  Layers by Rosey Posey (SBG) and Vera Lim were added.
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19 comments:

  1. bluegiraffe (Sherry)September 21, 2011 at 6:30 AM

    Hmmmm..definitely a spooky relationship! Nicely done, Marie!

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  2. DeannSeptember 21, 2011 at 6:42 AM

    A beautiful picture despite good old uncle Paul...I think that was pretty much the way of things around that time, I imagine there were many hellacious husbands.

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  3. Lori SaulSeptember 21, 2011 at 7:07 AM

    It is amazing how much expression and quiet thoughts old photos can convey. He does have a bit of a smug look about him and she a bit tentative. A beautiful door and altogether rich collage Marie. Wonderful entry as always!

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  4. indybevSeptember 21, 2011 at 7:22 AM

    Long-suffering Julia is such a pretty bride. This is a gorgeous vintage piece, Marie. You do these SO well!

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  5. JudySeptember 21, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    Oh, dear, poor Aunt Julia, he obviously started off as he meant to carry on, as they say! beautiful vintage piece, Marie which you excel at so superbly!

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  6. JunibearsSeptember 21, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    Just fabulous! Wonderful to use family photos as well. This could go in your Album next week! xx

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  7. Linda GibbonsSeptember 21, 2011 at 6:29 PM

    Beautiful piece, Marie! I think it's a lovely photo, and the bride stands because the dress looks better that way!

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  8. RosieSeptember 21, 2011 at 8:04 PM

    Is he really as bad as you "paint" him Marie? Lovely, luscious layers - an intricate piece!!

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  9. DarlaSeptember 21, 2011 at 9:28 PM

    It is fun to look at work with personal photo's. Uncle Paul actually looks kind of smug to me, LOL!

    Darla

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  10. AnonymousSeptember 21, 2011 at 9:33 PM

    Marie, this couple looks mismatched from the start! Dear, sweet Julia looks like a saint while Uncle Paul has a sort of belligerent air about him! But, I love the art!

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  11. NettySeptember 21, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    Terrific piece of artwork. I believe men took their role then very seriously and believed they ruled the roost.............but can see Julia is humouring him, because she knows its all going to change after that day.....lol Annette x

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  12. TaluulaSeptember 21, 2011 at 11:38 PM

    I bet he wouldn't have looked so smug had he known you were going to dress him in all kinds of weird and wonderful garb .... I remember the pink fluffy boots. And I also bet aunt Julia is having the last laugh now.

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  13. JesterSeptember 22, 2011 at 2:33 AM

    Every picture tells a story, and that certainly seems true here, Marie. I love how you have told it!

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  14. BillSeptember 22, 2011 at 6:09 AM

    Hmm. It sounds like he was a real jerk! Lovely collage, though.

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  15. ChristineSeptember 22, 2011 at 7:09 AM

    Ghosts from the past may be painful, but most of the time they are just ghosts... Yours are very charming.

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  16. RPLancasterSeptember 22, 2011 at 7:57 AM

    Uncle Paul seems really pleased with himself.
    But Marie,your challenge art is really great despite who you had to work with.


    Paulette

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  17. Eila ASeptember 23, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    Marie, you have made a perfect background and surrounding for this fantastic photo! The occasion seems to be so full of future promises - too bad it didn't turn out so well. Beautifully composed and layered piece!

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  18. Anne (cornucopia)September 25, 2011 at 4:25 AM

    Everything blended together so well in this Marie!

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  19. Ancestry ChickSeptember 26, 2011 at 1:37 AM

    This is so beautiful. I love the vintage feel.

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