After sending my cards I must say I doubted everything I did, from the prints to the quotes and comments on the back. It has been so wonderful to get positive feed back from other artists...thank you to each person that has worked so hard on this project!
When the first card arrived, I was beyond thrilled. How perfect....I love water! Thank you Elaine from UK for sharing your talents! This postcard is a watercolour painting inspired by travel to the Western Cape, South Africa.
My next card was from Corinna, check out her work at corinnaho on Flickr! It was fantastic to receive her postcard, absolutely LOVE. The quote which is below the card in the photo was perfect.
My next work of art was from Sonya Versluys, such a beautiful card. " A reminder that we are surrounded by beauty everywhere is included on the back of the card, sometimes that is easy to forget. Check out Sonya's work at www.sonyaversluys.com she is super talented. Thanks again Sonya!!!!
Next treasure was from Juana Almaguer, I love the postcard and the message "The freedom to make mistakes provides the best environment for CREATIVITY" anonymous. This is the perfect message for me as i constant make mistakes, some times happy ones sometimes not so much so, but I do learn throughout the process. Thanks again Juana!!!! Check out her work at http://galleryjuana.com/.
My YEAR OF THE SNAKE card arrived from Karen Hewson, I wish that each person in the project could actually hold this postcard in their hands. This postcard was made by Karen using acrylics and brush markers, there is a gorgeous snake stamp on the back from Canada, and the postcard itself is has the most amazing texture.
Kat’s card is spectacular, since we couldn't post until now I haven't taken a photo yet, will try to update soon. This project is one that I will cherish all the days of my life. THANKS AGAIN FOR CREATING AND COORDINATING KAT, cannot imagine the time you've invested, your hard work is APPRECIATED!!! I look forward to 2014!
Bonus cards...
I was blessed to get what I think is my all time favorite Shirina Manes image (reminds me of the Wizard of Oz). Shirina is the most kind, generous, and caring person I've meet in a long time!!! Thank you Shirina!
Suzette I adore your work and love the postcard. It was a fantastic surprise to get in the mail. I love fences and the one you captured is perfect. Many thanks again for adding me to the Liberate Your Art Group, it was such fun.
Janice…wow I love your postcard, the perfect focus and blur, you rock! I love the design of your card, gives me ideas for next year =)
If you received one of my cards, please let me know, it will be neat to connect, since that is what this project is all about!
This was the first year I participated. I'm enjoying the hop and the wonderful variety of cards everyone received. Looking forward to 2014!
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DeleteThis was a great experience and I hope we can do it again next year. Love the art you've shared here!
ReplyDeleteThanks, it was my first year too, now I cannot wait until next year!
DeleteFabulous set of cards. Lovely to see everyone's work. :)
ReplyDeleteMe too Becs!
DeleteHey, there's mine! A great collection Tammy. I swapped (after the swap) with Janice, too. Isn't the card lovely?
ReplyDeleteYour card was fantastic Sonya and your work is amazing, will keep in touch this year and who knows maybe get another beauty from you next year =)
DeleteIt was very neat to participate in some after swap exchanges, Janice's card was definitely very lovely.
I love your write up on this event.
ReplyDeleteIsn't it amazing how we morph through the doubt into a sense of pride and accomplishment. That 's what I loved about this exchange: Each one of us has been rewarded with inspiration and growth.
And thank you for your sweet words about my postcard. I love that quote and keep it as my daily reminder.
It was an amazing event, I learned that artist's are natural born encouragers. I cannot wait until next year.
DeleteI think you did a lovely job on this post; you also received some lovely art
ReplyDeleteThanks Diane and I totally agree was thrilled with the art I received. What a fun project!
DeleteNice post. The swap was such fun and now seeing and reading how and where the the art was received is a treat.
ReplyDeleteSo true, cannot wait until next year. Thanks for stopping by!
DeleteYou received such beautiful cards! I love the way you creatively displayed them!
ReplyDeleteThanks Cathy, I feel so blessed to be a part of such a great project!
Deleteawesome - yes Wizard of Oz-ish!
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DeleteLovely cards and I love how you've photographed them! Thanks for sharing and for visiting my blog!
ReplyDeleteThank you for visiting and being so kind. Still see things I will do differently next year. I guess that is how it always works =)
DeleteYour card is simply beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI love the one you got with the tree and cloudy sky. The black background on your blog really makes the postcards pop!
Thanks!!!
DeleteI used Moo, and like you I was really impressed by them :) You received some lovely cards!
ReplyDeleteThanks for visiting!
DeleteHi Tammy! I'm so glad you included my postcard here. The others are still missing in action. I feel good just knowing they're somewhere. Your blog is wonderful and you know how I feel about your work. Take care and I'll see you here next time!
ReplyDeleteWell ditto my friend...I adore your work. So creative and fun and I was thrilled beyond to get a postcard from you!!! It made my whole experience even better! Cannot wait like you for next year!!! Thank you again for the invite!
DeleteYou got some beauties! I love moo, too.
ReplyDeleteThanks for visiting.
DeleteI always love the extra post-swap swapping that goes on! I'm glad you didn't let your doubts stop you from participating. It was great to have you in the swap this year!
ReplyDeleteThanks Kat, I am so thankful for your hard work and dedication...I cannot imagine the hours and pain endured. It from my point of view was so worth it, hope you know how much we appreciate you!!!!
Deleteso many beautiful cards!
ReplyDeleteVery lucky am I, thanks for stopping by!
DeleteLooks like you got some wonderful cards. This was fun.
ReplyDeleteI agree it was so much fun, here's to next year.
DeleteHI tammy thanks for stopping by my blog. I love seeing the art people send out and then what they get back. It is all so amazing. This is my first year as well and it has been so much fun.
ReplyDeleteIt was a lot of fun, cannot wait until next year =)
DeleteYou received a lovely variety of cards :-) Great to be part of the swap with you.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely Mandy, it was a lot of fun.
DeleteBeautiful collection of postcards!
ReplyDeleteI think so too, each one is a definite work of heart!
DeleteThese are all wonderful! I am in awe of the talent out there. What a great way to connect with other artists around the world. I am amazed at the diversity in the artful postcards both given and received.
ReplyDeleteAmen Michele!!! Such a diverse group. Cannot wait for 2014.
DeleteLove ALL the beauty! Cheers! Sheila
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by, it was such a wonderful project!
DeleteGlad you liked the postcard Tammy, you received some beautiful ones, I'm enjoying seeing everyone's work. Thanks for trading.
ReplyDeleteMe too Janice, cannot wait for next year...talk about fun!!! I appreciate you generating interest in keeping the fun going =)
DeleteHey Janice, let me know if you want to swap again this year, loved your card!
DeleteWhat a beautiful set of cards you received! I loved being part of the swap - can't wait until next year!
ReplyDeleteI feel the same, thanks for stopping by.
DeleteThe swap was really a great event. You have a wonderful collection of postcards there! Valerie
ReplyDeleteThanks, I too enjoyed so much, cannot wait for next year!
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