I’m trying to break a bit of a creative ‘drought’ and what better way than to do my assignment for Kim Klassen’s ‘Beyond Layers – A Year of Artful Inspiration’.
Lately I’ve been feeling overwhelmed (mostly creatively) and I’ve been ‘tuning’ out. So I asked some digi scrapping friends what they do when this happens to them. I was inundated with loving comments and friendly suggestions. Their heartfelt comments blew me away.
For the next while I’m going to do as one friend suggested which was ‘just do one thing. when you get that done, do one more thing. just do something’. That’s what I’m doing today. I’m not overly excited about my creation today, but at least I did it.
Can you believe this is a hollyhock?
Today Kim quoted Ludwig Mies van der Rohe when she said ‘less is more’. I’m thinking that may apply to more than textures . . .
gasp…..
of true love…..
this is so gorgeous Barb!! I adore…..
I also love what you shared in this post…
here’s to you… xo, Kim
I too love he comment from you That is me exactly! wow thank you again. Lovely rose too.
Thank you so much, Kim and DVO! I forgot to mention that this is a hollyhock! amazing, no?
I think you must have done this before. Very nice. Beautiful,
i love the paperiness of it.
Of course, I’m just kicking myself ever so gently for not joining in on Kim’s latest class endeavor. But I have difficulty keeping up with what I have now, so I’ll be happy to see what you and others do. I was so surprised when I read that this is a hollyhock. It’s pink, delicate, dreamy…and just plain wonderful, Barb.
I love what you have done here. Yes I thought it was a rose! Love the soft tones.
Beautiful photo! Yes, less is more. My word for the year…simplify!
Wonderful gentle and soft. Amazing !
A stunning macro image! Love the texture and gentle pastel shades.
I love this, Barb — your post and your image both really spoke to me. I am one of those guilty of going overboard with the textures, and I can only aspire to soft, delicate results such as yours.
Barb, if this were my photograph, I would be very overly excited. It is just beautiful!!
I love it Barb!
Hugs
j:)
Lovely, such a pretty hollyhock, I never would have guessed.
I never would have guessed that is a hollyhock. It is a gorgeous color. Do you mind me asking what the font is you used for your text? I really like the way it flows.
Kathy
lovely, lovely…need to get started on the class I have signed up.
This is absolutely stunning! Wow!
Less definitely is more with this photo! It’s so pretty!
Oh, I’ve had that too. A creative rut and yet you’re starved at the same time. The hollyhock aka rose is beautiful.
Oh, my….freaking…..word. Barb, you so totally rocked this. Is this your first attempt at doing this? You showed up and showed off like a pro today. This is fab. You know that overwhelming feeling you were sharing? It must be a contagious thing. I am feeling the same way. It’s almost like, I can’t even bear to go pick my camera up. I hope it melts for both of us quickly. ;)
I was going to say a wonderful rose, very impressive
I feel a bit the same. The past few weeks have been so busy, and I have so much to catch up on, I don’t know where to start.
Lovely image.
This is gorgeous. Did you do a cartwheel when you first saw it?
Glad that you were able to receive some encouragement from your friends. I wholeheartedly agree with the sentiment with less is more. You sound so motivated at the moment, which is wonderful. Love the colours in your photo.
It’s beautiful
Wow!
That is lovely!
Beautiful!
So pretty, sure thought that was a rose. Love the delicate feel of it and the softness. Just beautiful.
Such a delicate image beautifully presented and processed.
Barb, this is so delicate. Thought it was a rose. Thanks for setting me straight. I understand that drought thing and agree with your friends. Do one thing. Great advice. Thanks for visiting my blog and taking time to comment.
Isn’t Kim’s class just wonderful? She’s the best! Glad to know your on the same path.
So so beautiful . . . .Teresa x
This is beautiful..I should study these techniques
I’m really enjoying Kim’s class. Your image is just so soft and lovely. You did a wonderful job with this assignment.
It’s easy to get overwhelmed… taking one thing at a time is great advice.
Love the hollyhock — I too thought it was a rose at first glance. Gorgeous color! :)
This is amazing, delicate and lovely.
oh yes, surely it is true that less is more. the pink petal softness you’ve shared with us is…fragile beauty unequaled. delicious. happy day to you Barb.
Great photo Barb! So glad you did something! Great advice!
Great photo…I never would have guessed this was a hollyhock. Nice to meet you and looking forward to the next 51 weeks together. Angie:)
I thought it was a rose… and when the image first popped up on my screen, it literally took my breath away. GORGEOUS! Stop second guessing your work and just DO it! You have talent girl!