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1.19.2012

Less is more

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 . . .

beyondlayers


37 comments:

  1. Kim KlassenJanuary 19, 2012 at 8:31 AM

    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

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  2. DVOJanuary 19, 2012 at 8:47 AM

    I too love he comment from you That is me exactly! wow thank you again. Lovely rose too.

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  3. UnknownJanuary 19, 2012 at 8:51 AM

    Thank you so much, Kim and DVO! I forgot to mention that this is a hollyhock! amazing, no?

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  4. radish38January 19, 2012 at 9:05 AM

    I think you must have done this before. Very nice. Beautiful,

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  5. TexWisGirlJanuary 19, 2012 at 10:13 AM

    i love the paperiness of it.

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  6. Evelyn S.January 19, 2012 at 10:31 AM

    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.

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  7. UnknownJanuary 19, 2012 at 10:43 AM

    I love what you have done here. Yes I thought it was a rose! Love the soft tones.

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  8. AnonymousJanuary 19, 2012 at 10:52 AM

    Beautiful photo! Yes, less is more. My word for the year...simplify!

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  9. Seraphinas PhantasieJanuary 19, 2012 at 11:10 AM

    Wonderful gentle and soft. Amazing !

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  10. UnknownJanuary 19, 2012 at 11:22 AM

    A stunning macro image! Love the texture and gentle pastel shades.

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  11. KathleenJanuary 19, 2012 at 11:40 AM

    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.

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  12. Lisa GordonJanuary 19, 2012 at 1:34 PM

    Barb, if this were my photograph, I would be very overly excited. It is just beautiful!!

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  13. jooJanuary 19, 2012 at 1:40 PM

    I love it Barb!
    Hugs
    j:)

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  14. SusanJanuary 19, 2012 at 1:47 PM

    Lovely, such a pretty hollyhock, I never would have guessed.

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  15. KmcblackburnJanuary 19, 2012 at 1:56 PM

    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

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  16. DeannaJanuary 19, 2012 at 2:41 PM

    lovely, lovely...need to get started on the class I have signed up.

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  17. YvonneJanuary 19, 2012 at 2:45 PM

    This is absolutely stunning! Wow!

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  18. Mira CrispJanuary 19, 2012 at 2:52 PM

    Less definitely is more with this photo! It's so pretty!

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  19. PatchworkJanuary 19, 2012 at 4:58 PM

    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. ;)

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  20. KayleneJanuary 19, 2012 at 7:53 PM

    I was going to say a wonderful rose, very impressive

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  21. Nadege,January 19, 2012 at 8:07 PM

    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.

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  22. karrenJanuary 19, 2012 at 8:07 PM

    This is gorgeous. Did you do a cartwheel when you first saw it?

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  23. Seeing Each DayJanuary 19, 2012 at 11:44 PM

    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.

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  24. SimJanuary 20, 2012 at 4:21 AM

    It's beautiful

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  25. diane January 20, 2012 at 12:35 PM

    Wow!
    That is lovely!

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  26. Pat MarkJanuary 20, 2012 at 5:29 PM

    So pretty, sure thought that was a rose. Love the delicate feel of it and the softness. Just beautiful.

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  27. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2012 at 7:02 PM

    Such a delicate image beautifully presented and processed.

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  28. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2012 at 8:35 PM

    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.

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  29. TeresaJanuary 20, 2012 at 10:20 PM

    So so beautiful . . . .Teresa x

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  30. Rambling WoodsJanuary 21, 2012 at 10:15 AM

    This is beautiful..I should study these techniques

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  31. deb dutyJanuary 21, 2012 at 1:45 PM

    I'm really enjoying Kim's class. Your image is just so soft and lovely. You did a wonderful job with this assignment.

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  32. NancyJanuary 21, 2012 at 5:23 PM

    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! :)

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  33. CathyJanuary 21, 2012 at 10:21 PM

    This is amazing, delicate and lovely.

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  34. Ms. BeckyJanuary 22, 2012 at 7:51 PM

    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.

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  35. Rosemary AubutJanuary 23, 2012 at 5:24 AM

    Great photo Barb! So glad you did something! Great advice!

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  36. UnknownJanuary 23, 2012 at 11:18 AM

    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:)

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  37. CheriJanuary 23, 2012 at 4:47 PM

    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!

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