Monday, May 7, 2012

Take a Word - Gentlemen

I am willing to bet that "Easter Parade" is one of the most watched movies of all time.  I love the song "We're a couple of swells" and as soon as I saw the image of the "gentlemen" I knew what I was going to do.  The lyrics and music are by Irving Berlin.  The gentlemen were Googled as was the sheet music.  The background paper is by Catherine Designs.
For those who don't know the song check out the lyrics on Google.  The couple of swells in the movie were actually tramps (or hoboes) - Fred Astaire and Judy Garland taking the parts.
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17 comments:

  1. "MOI" FreubelMay 7, 2012 at 7:34 AM

    Oh my, I even had to google again about Easter Parade !!! :-)
    I always forget film titles.
    Count to this also the history lesson on Bev's blog (Hendrik VIII) and you can imagine that I'm a little smarter now after visiting both of your blogs Marie !!!

    Love your work and had to smile about the added words too.
    Bravoo !! MOI :-)

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  2. ChristineMay 7, 2012 at 12:50 PM

    Love your cocky gentlemen and the "Couple of Swells" background was a clever idea. Great job!

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  3. ElectraMay 7, 2012 at 1:14 PM

    I love your background, Marie. A wonderful piece of art. And BTW, your header is stunning!!

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  4. ChristineMay 7, 2012 at 1:24 PM

    Thanks for your compliments, Marie. I've been learning so much since I've started to play with you, ladies, not only my digital art has improved, but also my english and my knowledge of other cultures. It's been an amazing adventure.
    I forgot to tell you how much I like your new header, it's very elegant.

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  5. MarkMay 7, 2012 at 1:56 PM

    I don't want to meet these men in June, July or August :) But now they look very smart. I have learned a lot today, about Easter Parade and about Henry VIII :) Love your challenges!

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  6. JudyMay 7, 2012 at 2:31 PM

    Just imagine being dressed like that in Perth's heat, Marie, even in shorts, ha, ha!
    That's a 'swell' piece, Marie!

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  7. JunibearsMay 7, 2012 at 4:24 PM

    A gigantic applause from me Marie. A 'SWELL' Collage. You're taking me back again. My friend Sheila and I used to dress up in top hats and tails and sing that on stage. Those were the days! Hugs xx

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  8. Anne (cornucopia)May 7, 2012 at 4:42 PM

    Fantastic piece Marie! I like this a lot!

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  9. AnonymousMay 7, 2012 at 9:11 PM

    Marie, I love your swells! What a beautiful collage!
    Your new header is FANTASTIC!

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  10. KarinMay 7, 2012 at 9:29 PM

    fantastic piece!

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  11. indybevMay 7, 2012 at 10:12 PM

    You've outdone yourself AGAIN, Marie. This is such a fun piece, and perfectly done...not to mention taking us all on a nostalgic trip in the Easter Parade! BRAVO
    (That new header is terrific!)

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  12. BillMay 8, 2012 at 11:20 AM

    Top notch indeed! I wish I had some duds like that! Fun collage.

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  13. AJ BlantonMay 8, 2012 at 2:47 PM

    A great movie, Terrific song and WONDERFUL piece!
    ~AJ

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  14. SimMay 9, 2012 at 6:02 AM

    Hihihi! I adore your artwork Marie!

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  15. DeannMay 9, 2012 at 6:19 AM

    How the heck did I miss this it is awesome and I love that song too Marie...I must be losing it.

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  16. KayleneMay 9, 2012 at 6:21 AM

    Oh I love these dandys. Great choice.

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  17. EllenMay 9, 2012 at 7:18 AM

    what a great couple.. I was looking for your glamourous lady but don't see her here.
    these men WOULD DO AS WELL.

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