Tuesday, November 17, 2009

The Landlady


This is my entry for The Three Muses challenge this week where the theme is 'key'. As a landlady ( I manage 22 rental units) I tend to view the business from my perspective; which at times can be harrowing, exhausting and supremely frustrating! That having been said, I decided to do a digital piece as seen from the tenant's viewpoint with a little humor thrown in. Looking out through the keyhole a stern and somewhat annoyed landlady stands ; do we let her in or pretend to not be home......
Background image from Character Constructions, woman image from Dover and key and lock from Lost Coast Designs, all cropped, layered and artistic filters added. I added the keys around her waist from a personal photo.
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37 comments:

  1. WrightStuffNovember 17, 2009 at 10:25 AM

    Oh yes, she does look very stern indeed. Have you not been mowing the lawn? I'd hide behind the sofa if I was you until she goes away!

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  2. Terri KahrsNovember 17, 2009 at 10:27 AM

    Very, very clever and soooo creative! I love that you've taken inspiration from your own life and translated it into a great piece of digital art! Outstanding, Lori! Hugs, Terri xoxo

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  3. DarleneNovember 17, 2009 at 11:59 AM

    This is gorgeous. I love her face and your use of big elements in your art.

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  4. LimareaNovember 17, 2009 at 12:37 PM

    Oh, what a great piece! It's fun and very clever :)

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  5. UnknownNovember 17, 2009 at 3:30 PM

    Lori have I told you how much I love seeing your name in my inbox! You are such a sweet friend:)

    NOW on to this pice! I LOVE IT!!! How fun and vibrant! I love keys they unlock the door to so many things! What would we do without them? I love the land lady outside waiting patiently for the door to open what a great piece!
    XXX
    Becky

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  6. TheresainMSNovember 17, 2009 at 5:36 PM

    Great piece! I also love keys; the possible things they might open is just the thing to make my imagination soar. You did a great job with this :-)

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  7. JudyNovember 17, 2009 at 5:50 PM

    Very clever & imaginative take on the keys theme, Lori, once again another Lori masterpiece!

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  8. indybevNovember 17, 2009 at 6:37 PM

    Every Wednesday is like Christmas. Each succeeding entry to our challenges is a gift of talent and creativity. Thank you so much for bringing your talent to our challenges, Lori. You are gifted, and your work is beautiful.

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  9. OzstuffNovember 17, 2009 at 6:56 PM

    Fantastic take on this week's theme, Lori. I am sure your landlady bears no resemblance to you! I don't think I would open the door if I saw her face through the keyhole but your artwork is stunning.

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  10. bloubellNovember 17, 2009 at 8:25 PM

    Love this piece,colors are fabulous, Just stunning. Can't wait to do mine.

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  11. UnknownNovember 17, 2009 at 8:52 PM

    Hi Lori!!! oh wow...you are one busy lady!!! I love this piece with the perspective from the key hole.....your work always makes me smile..wonderful and very unique!!!

    Hugs
    Diana

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  12. YvonneNovember 17, 2009 at 9:08 PM

    Unique indeed, Lori! Another wonderful piece of art.

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  13. SandyNovember 17, 2009 at 9:12 PM

    Wow this is incredible.
    Amazing piece Lori. Love the design.

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  14. johannaNovember 17, 2009 at 11:26 PM

    oh my, her look!!! i would try not to cross her path;)
    outstanding piece of digital work!

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  15. Gayle Page-RobakNovember 17, 2009 at 11:56 PM

    So very beautiful, Lori!!

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  16. AliMayesNovember 18, 2009 at 12:15 AM

    I love the medieval character of this - it's beautifully done Lori!

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  17. TaluulaNovember 18, 2009 at 2:00 AM

    Oh wow Miss Lori I would not open that door if I saw such a stern lady on the other side. Seriously Lori, this is both beautifully crafted and brilliantly funny. Loud applause from me.

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  18. RosieNovember 18, 2009 at 2:32 AM

    I'm glad she isn't my landlady Lori!! Great work as always - love the way you combine images... are you too a stern landlady?!

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  19. LivArtNowNovember 18, 2009 at 3:01 AM

    What a wonderfully imaginative piece! very creative!! loved to read your story too!!

    Linda

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  20. JoséNovember 18, 2009 at 3:21 AM

    I think I will pretend to be out. Great piece!

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  21. DMGNovember 18, 2009 at 5:09 AM

    Lori, Every time I see your work, I am completely blown away. Not only do you have a wonderful imagination, your talent and technical skills are simply amazing. I love the landlady image and the vibrant colors you used, as well as this fresh perspective. Take a bow; I'm clapping as loudly as I can!

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  22. EffieNovember 18, 2009 at 5:34 AM

    That's fab... but she's one scary lady!

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  23. "MOI" FreubelNovember 18, 2009 at 5:42 AM

    I'ts each time so surprising to read how you came up with a idea Lori ! Thanks for sharing your story again.
    The old large key is also wonderful found !
    You've mixed it perfect together in the layers !

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  24. MartinaNovember 18, 2009 at 6:38 AM

    Looks as if you look through a keyhole. Beautifully created, dear Lori!

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  25. Eila ANovember 18, 2009 at 10:17 AM

    Fantastic self-portrait, Lori! I love your irony and sense of humour - I guess they are the things that keep you going as a landlady. All in all, your collage is very beautiful, too - and a really original take on the theme!

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  26. Heather RobinsonNovember 18, 2009 at 10:21 AM

    This is so creative in every way. I love pieces that tell stories and your just invites a colourful one. I'm picturing how the house looks from the inside or what is going on that would bring the landlady to the door. Might want to keep the chain attached if you open. Brilliant entry.

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  27. Elizabeth GoldenNovember 18, 2009 at 11:01 AM

    This is so great. My grandmother ran a huge boarding house. She wore the keys around her waist. I thought immediately of her when I saw your piece. This is so great!

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  28. Mary S. HuntNovember 18, 2009 at 3:38 PM

    turned out fabulous
    great role reversal!

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  29. lorhen82November 18, 2009 at 4:21 PM

    What a great concept! Fantastic work! ~Lori

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  30. Anne (cornucopia)November 18, 2009 at 5:04 PM

    Creative design Lori! And you've worked the keys into this on several layers.

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  31. vintage wilNovember 19, 2009 at 5:23 AM

    Ohh this is FABULOUS!!!

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  32. JesterNovember 19, 2009 at 7:07 AM

    So creative.

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  33. Silvia(Barnie)November 19, 2009 at 7:44 AM

    Great work, looks beautiful.

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  34. JayneNovember 19, 2009 at 10:40 AM

    I love this Lori,brilliant!!

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  35. ellieNovember 20, 2009 at 3:33 AM

    I love the look on the woman's face....this is a wonderful piece...nice job!

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  36. ElegiaNovember 21, 2009 at 12:36 AM

    Oh my, this is absolutely lovely and I love the idea behind the image!

    I'm glad we have very nice landlady here and I love our new home. At first I thought she is he, because our dealer was talking about Landlord. :D

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  37. JuliaNovember 21, 2009 at 9:11 AM

    What a fantastic look true the keyhole!! Love this piece Lori!

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