Exchanging artwork is a great way to connect with other artists, and for me, it’s especially the case when the subject is birds. Here’s a look at what Marion created and so generously sent my way. I love the rich colors that she chose as well as the adventure-minded text.
And here’s what I created for Marion. I often use the word, “balance” which is something I’m always striving to accomplish.
Like this birdie, I do best when I’m focused on “1” thing at a time.
We’re almost at the end of Winter and I can’t wait! …to be outside again…to see and hear the birds…to take in big gulps of fresh air…to walk around and window shop…to stand under the stars at night without freezing my ears off…I can’t wait! How about you, what Spring things do you look forward to most?
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Like you, I´m definitely waiting for the birds to sing again! Thanks for your wonderful blog post, you´ve taken such beautiful photos of my cards!
February 25th, 2011
Both are great. I love birds, and they remind me of Spring too.
February 25th, 2011
definitely looking forward to working on my first garden. and also hearing the birds in the morning just like these gorgeous birds.
February 25th, 2011
I love all four pieces. I will head over and say hello to Marion. “Balance” is a word all working Mom’s should know! What is the second bird made from Becky? Looks like an old sponge? Doing collage work this week and had a fun day adding some painting with my daughter. We painted with anything but a paintbrush. It was fun to see her mind open up to the idea that imperfect is sometimes just right. Have a great weekend…the birds are singing here. It is 80 degrees!
February 25th, 2011
Vicki, The second bird is made from a Peat pot. And I’m glad that you had a chance to spend some quality creativity time with your daughter. Happy chirpy weekend!
February 25th, 2011
They’re all fun! And I agree about all those blues!
Hugs, Diane
February 25th, 2011
i so love birds .. the pieces you both exchanged are so lovely
February 25th, 2011
These are fab; how fun~
I look forward to longer walks, seeing the swell of green pride erupt, the cherry blossoms on my trees and seeing their petals graceful fall in a swirly dance. Can’t wait~
I love birds, can’t wait, either….
February 25th, 2011
Spring can’t be far away, since we all are creating birdies!
xo
jeanne
February 25th, 2011
These are all so fun! Are they ATC size? I need to start creating some of those, especially since I’ve been collection them for a while now!
Spring seems to have definitely sprung in my neck of the woods. It was 80 and sunny today. I think we’ll have a few more cool days but we are definitely done with the freezes. Not that we get that many of them anyway!
February 25th, 2011
Yes Kelly, these are ATC size…sorry I forgot to mention this. Enjoy the wonderful sunshine and spring cheer.
February 25th, 2011
your little birdies are the perfect expression of your heart! and i know that your art buddy marion has enjoyed receiving them as much as you enjoyed welcoming her birdies into your home! xo
February 25th, 2011
Oh wow, I love these birds Becky! What a lovely gift and also the bird you made! I really look forward to spring too, and just being able to “sit” out side in my chair in the sun and read. We are supposed to be getting rain/snow showers tomorrow, then by next week in to the 70’s so that’s weird, but I’m looking forward t it.
Take care, and enjoy your weekend! 🙂
February 26th, 2011
Ahhh! So cool!!!!! I was never into birds so much …. now, I buy everything with a bird on it. Thanks for sharing!
February 26th, 2011
i fully enjoyed this beautiful birdy art — singing spring! i look forward to the crocus blooming and the wild thyme creeping.
xoxo
February 26th, 2011
The most wonderful thing happened to me this past week…
In between snow storms, I was woken up one morning by the chirping of little birds outside our bedroom window!! I almost expected to open the curtains and see the beautiful geen grass and feel the warm sunshine. Although the later didn’t happen, it sure put a smile on my face to here those little birds!
February 26th, 2011
Spring brings the sounds of birds, music to my ears. Love seeing these beautiful bird creations this week!!!!
February 27th, 2011
love the bird atc’s. i’ve been picking up feathers when i see them on the ground on my walks. have to make some of these, awesome.
signs of spring i’m waiting for, warmer weather, walking outside and not freezing, hanging my laundry.
February 27th, 2011
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