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I posted the image some time ago in a segmented post so you could see the progress of the image as it was done. For the sake of saving time here are the colors I used.
Remember? 66 of them. Whew! Well for the card we can add one. Y28 was used on the front of the card. I created a window or aperture card. A bunch of pieces had to come together to make this work. It is a top folding card. It didn't photograph well but here it is. I got tired of pushing the shutter button.
The Gold frame and gate are fastened to the acetate with Scor-tape cut into tiny squares to keep it from showing. This is the only place the acetate is fastened to the card. The gold frame was fussy cut since I have no suitable die for the purpose. The acetate flexing makes it look like a terrible job but I assure you it isn't. The embossing frame is from Marianne Design. I altered it for my purposes. The strip across the top is to hide the tape that is holding the acetate to the card. It is an embossing background from Cuttle Bug that I found in a bargain drawer. The gate die is Spellbinders "Gilded Gate." Both the frame and the gate are fastened directly to the acetate.
The sentiment on the front and inside the card are actually from an song by Fred Blom (1867-1927) called " He the Pearly Gates Will Open", Tr. by Nathaniel Carlson (1879-1957). I changed the wording slightly to fit the theme.
On the inside of the card the die cuts in the top corners are salvaged from scraps destined for the trash. I know, not quite a dumpster diver but I can't see throwing something out that is usable. No idea what they are from. The seemingly black background is actually deep purple. Of course it would not be complete without this on the back of the card.
I entered this into the Cornish Heritage Farms Challenge. The link is here.
Whewee! I feel like I just ran a marathon. I hope you enjoyed this venture. Probably will be my only challenge for awhile. I hope you like what you see. Until next Wednesday at the earliest remember to LOVE THE DETAILS.
Your card is absolutely stunning! The colors and richness just draw the eye right in - extraordinary card! Your blog is equally wonderfully - TFS with the Cornish Heritage Farms Challenge!
ReplyDeleteWow! This card is amazing!!! Love everything about it!! Good luck with the Challenge!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous. Stunning. Beautiful......and everything else!!! I don't think you could have ever made a prettier card. I love the gates of course, but the embossing and those corner pieces around that beautiful image are just perfect! Yep, a perfect card! Love it!
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WOW and wow again - this is stunning Jim - I do love your work as it is so free of the 'latest trends' and techniques and you really push the boundaries to create some wonderful cards.
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Maxine
Good morning sweetie what a stunning creation, huggles Pops x x x
ReplyDeleteJaw hitting the FLOOOOR! Works of art! Way too pretty for cards. I hope you frame!
ReplyDeleteOh WOW, WOW, WOw!!! Gorgeous card. Love how you framed this wonderful image you worked so hard on!
ReplyDeletewow, your coloring of this image is just awesome Jim! What a beautifully designed card. Love the gate too.
ReplyDeleteWOW, this is beautiful. I have all these TK stamps from the previous owners of CHF from years ago. They are challenging to color up, but you have done a stunning job. And the gate is absolutely gorgeous. Maybe I should get them out and give them a whirl again, you have inspired me. Beautiful work.
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Sue
Oh my goodness! What amazing coloring! The gate is wonderful as well. Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeletethis is one of my fav from you...I love the T. K. stamp and good luck on the challenge. the front is beautiful too...Iat 1st I thought that they were 2 cards, but I saw that it was the front , very very pretty
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Oh wow this is just soooo artistic. Such a serene scene with out of this world colouring. Those purple trees reminds me of the Jakaranda trees we get here in South Africa too. I am also now your latest keen Follower via Google Friend Connect.
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Stunning card!! Beautiful gate and colors :-)
ReplyDeleteWell, you've really outdone yourself this time. It's finally finished and well worth every minute it took...and I'm sure it was many, many hours. What a beauty and I love the gate. You really need to keep and frame this one. Did you tell us earlier you were going to do that?
ReplyDeleteDefinitely _did_ like it! Have to take exception though, to your comment about acetate flexing causing it to not look well. Sure looked fine on my monitor! And your purple mat did look purple too. This is such a beautiful scene, and I'm admiring your keeping track of the markers used. The tree reminded me of the purple jacaranda trees in So. Florida, so pretty. This required a lot of intense work on that image, and you did a terrific job. That gate die is beautiful and so right for this particular scene, and my hat's off to you for working with the acetate as you did. I'm still not attempting acetate yet...but I love seeing what's being done with it. Your C/B top trim was great to hide what you didn't want visible too. Never would guess it's not just a 'design element'. Great save on the pretty corners too. You're going great guns with your card making too. Happy wkend to you & Miss Jill. Hope the weather is going to be pleasant, and ya'll just enjoy the time. TFS --oh yeah, I'm agreeing with Benzi..this should be hanging on a wall, or placed on a desk or someplace to enjoy every day.
ReplyDeleteI think that this is one of the nicest cards that you have done yet...I still can't get over all the patience you have with doing these types of cards.
ReplyDeleteOh wow this is stunning . Absolutely love it!!! have a great holiday weekend huggles Sue xx
ReplyDeleteSpectacular card! I love what you did with the colouring on this image...it looks more like a water-colour rendering, rather than one done with plain old markers, albeit Copics. That sky is really outstanding...it seems almost real! I am especially impressed by the use of the gate die and the fussy-cut frame on the cover of the card. Very creative! I shall look forward to seeing more of your work in the near future.
ReplyDeleteWell done Jim - you did a great job with all the details, and I love the gates!
ReplyDeleteOh My Goodness, this card is incredible!! I can't believe all the intricate details, especially the parts you fussy cut. You must have very steady hands! The painting is just beautiful. I love that you used acetate and are able to see through the gates just enough to make you want to go inside and see more. You can certainly tell that you love what you do. Stunning!
ReplyDeleteJust found your blog and your amazing projects so I've started following you. This project is amazing so much work you must have great talent and patience is just perfect Love and Happy Crafting Carole x
ReplyDeleteThank you so very much. Welcome to my blog. It is always a pleasure to welcome new followers.
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Jim
What an absolutely amazing work of art! I can't just call it a card! The colouring is wonderful and it's a fantastic design... love the 'pearly gates'.
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I do love the details on this! Wow! Gorgeous coloring in this wonderful image but the gate even makes it better. Fab!!!!! Hugz!
ReplyDeleteWow!!! your art work is gorgeous now its finished Jim, I love the beautiful blending of the colours.........all 66 of them :o))
ReplyDeleteIt goes to make a wonderful card which I can imagine looks even more beautiful in the flesh.
I came for a spiritual up-lift as feeling so tired today, but I still go away with a smile and good feeling....thanks xxx
Hugs Mau xx
What a stunning scene with purple and lavender trees, Jim!! My idea of paradise! It's been great to finally get a chance to stop in for a visit! There is always something going on this time of year and now I've got a class starting that's lasting about two weeks! Take care and happy coloring!! Hugs, Darnell
ReplyDeleteWow, this is stunning. Love how you design the card with the fancy gate in front of the house. Beautiful coloured, I love all the purple...
ReplyDeleteUm... incredible. 66 Copic colors? You are one patient man! The result is just beautiful. As are all the details on the gate you "built".
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ReplyDeleteThank you for visiting my blog whilst I was on holiday, I do appreciate it.
Your card is so beautiful, I absolutely love the colours, those trees are so beautifully coloured.
Hugs Teresa xx
Jim, your image is a work of art, made all the more outstanding with such special attention paid to the details, as evidenced by your use of 66 colours. The gate and framing add impact to what is already extraordinarily beautiful. Impressive, and, as always, spirit lifting! Thank you so much for visiting my site...blessings, indeed!
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Hi Mr Cherokee
ReplyDeleteWhat a stunning work of art. As you would say, "love the details".
Best wishes.
Ang x
Wow, what a work of art, Jim! I love Thomas Kinkade's images and you did a fabulous job coloring it! Blessings! Kathy
ReplyDeleteYour final result is gorgeous, amazing colouring with Copics. Have a great weekend, Shirleyx
ReplyDeleteWow...what an awesome job you accomplished...A show topper for sure!!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! Idea of the gate is wonderful! Coloring is perfect...it's same a picture and choice of colors is beautiful! Compliments,you are an artist!
ReplyDeleteHugs,Ileana
Oh my word! You did your colored image proud with this one, Jim! In fact, all this fancy frilly see through card from almost takes the spotlight but then you coloring steps up and everything else is forgotten as we stare in awe. Your idea of the acetate is a completely brilliant way to use that gilded gate.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a beautifully colored image, Jim! And the gate in front of it is amazing! I think you have a winner here!
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