Okay, I am on my way...
Now that my book is done, I had to get started on it.
This is the front cover. I tried to hold back some,
since the idea is that both Lynne and I will be working on
each surface of each page - and that includes the cover!
I know from experience there is still plenty of room for
more to be added here, and it's amazing how there's
nearly always room for a tweak here or a tweak there.
The search and discovery for what's been added,
after a few trips back and forth, is half the fun!!
The metal eye piece, in the center of the book,
is a milagro. I got it either when I was living
in Arizona or from one of my trips into Mexico.
Milagros are used as prayer offerings, but also as
a talisman or amulet for protection and good luck.
I added the glass set third eye for added insight ;-)
you may click on images for closer view
I LOVE it! It's like ET at Mardi Gras. :D
ReplyDeletewoo! i love it karin!! this is so *exciting*!!! : ) xxoo
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful beginning to this shared project! I also enjoyed the learning - I had never heard of the 'milagro'. So interesting, and the third eye - 'insightful'!
ReplyDeleteSpectacular. What a great start to this collaboration!
ReplyDeleteLove the contrast between the painting and the metal. And the third eye , of course !!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful cover !!!
I am so digging this. You and Lynne are going to do such a kick ass job it is not funny.
ReplyDeleteI see a person.
Karin, outstanding.
xoxoxo
Love Renee xoxox
Wow, I love it. contrast between metal and background is magical and mesmorizing. The symbolism is intriguing. Thanks for sharing the deeper meaning. I love the writing around it, "an eye for an eye". A front cover to a book that is "eye-popping". I keep coming back to look at it over and over again.
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I like the flowery design in white that serves as a great bridge for the metal eyes. Is that a lotus?
delicious...your work often makes me hungry for MORE!! I guess with this collaboration I can look forward to one scrumptious serving after another.
ReplyDeletebeauty-full birth.
Gosh! How absolutely beautiful - it becomes more and more a treasure to savour and wonder at.
ReplyDeleteET! now I never would have thought of that!! too funny, thanks EarthMother.
ReplyDeleteI know Lynne - it's crazy exciting! can't wait to see your updates, once your computer woes are resolved!
Ah, milagros are wonderful charms to work with Sonia - I'm betting you would love them!
Thank you Seth, Maria and Renee!
Yes Bev, that's my version of a lotus like flower :)
Thanks Donna! I am going to have to control myself - I am wanting to keep focused only on this project, but I have a nearing deadline on that donation piece that I need to put some time into...
thank you Tessa :)
thanks to all!
There is so much on this cover that is grasping my attention. You have a wonderful, artist's imagination.
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