Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Sisters


"Sisters"
Over the past few years, I have made several of these 'memory' mirrors. They are so much fun to make, always wonderful to look at, and people seem to love them. I know all of this, because I am friends with some of the people who have bought or commissioned one of these mirrors, and I have the opportunity to visit these mirrors in their new homes from time to time.

I have to say, I am always pleased and happy that the memory mirrors continue to hold my interest because of their whimsey, and the 'rush' of memories they evoke in everyone who sees them.

Having said that . . . . i must add that they are "a pain in the neck" to photograph.  A photograph does not capture the magic, or the whimsey nor does a photograph bring on a squeal of delight.

This piece was commissioned as a gift, by a friend of mine for her sister who lives in Colorado. I am happy to report, that as I compose this post, the piece, titled "Sisters" is on it's way to it's new home in Coloado.

Besides the personal mementos provided to me for this piece, I was also given a few details about Joyce's likes and dislikes to help me pull this memory mirror together.  This is what I was told:
  • She is a nurse
  • She rides a Harley
  • Her favorite place to vacation is Cancun, Mexico
  • Her favorite beer is Coors Light
  • She loves dogs, especially 'wiener' dogs
  • She loves to go fishing
  • She lives in Colorado
  • She loves 'bling'
  • and most of all she loves her family.
Now, back to the 'pain in the neck' part.  To help you see some of the details of this large memory mirror, I've included some detail images below.


Enjoy!

11 comments:

  1. This mirror looks like it would be just perfect for the person described! Great piece - so many little treasures to look at!

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    1. thank you Sharman - i hope i didn't blow the surprise by posting too soon . . .

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  2. Yes it does look like it's perfect for the person. Wow, so many pieces. I remember you saying how you find stuff and bring it home. tee hee. Well all your "stuff" looks awesome. Have a great day tomorrow. Take care.

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    1. thanks Gloria - yes i find stuff at the flea, garage sales, thrift stores, and sometimes i even find bags of 'stuff' at my front door . . .that friends or neighbors or fellow artists have left for me . . . always a surprise.

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  3. juste merveilleux! je ne sais pas comment sont les wiener dogs?

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    1. merci Elfi. un chien de weinner est également connu comme un Dashound. (Je vais vous envoyer une photo par e-mail)

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  4. I can see my memory mirror as I type this note--it is truly a treasure! I still find little bits that I've missed--brings a smile of recognition and delight. I know Joyce will live hers!

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    1. thanks for stopping by Sue! I am delighted to read that it still makes you smile . . .xoxo

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  5. LOVE this - what a treasure indeed !
    xox

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  6. A beautifully unique work of art.

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  7. Wow that mirror is just amazing - I LOVE it!! beautiful.

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