Sunday, January 16, 2011

Ode To Spring

We have had a couple of lovely sunny days here and I found myself longing for Spring! This is my entry for the Take A Word challenge this week where the theme is "Butterflies". I used a lovely image from Dover and altered her with the Fresco filter for a painterly look. I digitally colored her eyes, florals and skin tones. Butterflies are from Holliewood at Deviantart.
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47 comments:

  1. Liz-AnnaJanuary 16, 2011 at 9:21 AM

    This is absolutely gorgeous, Lori!

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  2. Janet GhioJanuary 16, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    Oh don't we wish spring would come and its only January!! I love your ode to spring with the butterflies!

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  3. FILIGREE MOONJanuary 16, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    Beautiful!! ~ Angela

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  4. Terri KahrsJanuary 16, 2011 at 10:12 AM

    How romantic!!!! She's really beautiful, Lori! Hugs, TErri xoxo

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  5. Linda GibbonsJanuary 16, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    Wow, this is so rich in texture and layers. The tiny butterflies are like jewels in the tapestry you've created.

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  6. JayneJanuary 16, 2011 at 1:19 PM

    Wow Lori,she's gorgeous!!

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  7. DebJanuary 16, 2011 at 1:30 PM

    gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous!

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  8. JanineJanuary 16, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    Ah what a wonderful and dreamy collage.

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  9. Cynthia SchelzigJanuary 16, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    This is wonderful!!! as all the previous pieces....just gorgeous work!

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  10. Pam TuckerJanuary 16, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    This is gorgeous, Lori. And looks like a hint of sunlight in the upper corner with a little translucence showing in the larger wing... beautiful effects! Ah, Spring seems so far away right now. Thanks for the glimpse! ;)

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  11. WillyJanuary 16, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    Beautiful piece, Lori!

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  12. ChristineJanuary 16, 2011 at 3:46 PM

    Your Ode to Spring is so inspiring. I love the contrast beetween the main figure and its almost non-colors and the colorful butterflies.

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  13. JudyJanuary 16, 2011 at 3:49 PM

    Every time I see your art it is 'exquisite' Lori, and today's piece is no exception! Roll on Spring for you, but it will be Autumn for us 'down under!'

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  14. DeannJanuary 16, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    I love your more subtle approach Lori...a very elegant entry...gorgeous work!!!

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  15. YvonneJanuary 16, 2011 at 5:35 PM

    Subtle but utterly gorgeous, Lori!

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  16. KatieJanuary 16, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    Amazing. Whenever I see your blog it makes me want to try digital art. You have a way with it for sure!

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  17. Caterina GiglioJanuary 16, 2011 at 7:21 PM

    the painterly look is yummy!

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  18. Mary Helen-Art Saves LivesJanuary 16, 2011 at 7:38 PM

    It is it only me...but today we about half way through January and Spring is a longing in my heart. Tonight we will go down to five degrees above zero. This digital image is mesmerizing. Imagine and Live in peace, Mary Helen Fernandez Stewart

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  19. LynnFJanuary 16, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    What an elegant piece, Lori! It's just so creative and tender!

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  20. Silvia(Barnie)January 16, 2011 at 10:46 PM

    That's fantastic, beautiful use of all these layers, love those tiny butterflies.

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  21. johannaJanuary 16, 2011 at 11:29 PM

    your digital pieces are so touching! love this one especially!

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  22. JesterJanuary 17, 2011 at 12:28 AM

    This is lovely, Lori. I really like the sculpture effect you have given your figure, and the little butterflies are delightful!

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  23. LimareaJanuary 17, 2011 at 12:37 AM

    What a beautiful piece! Love the small splashes of color :)

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  24. FemmyJanuary 17, 2011 at 12:57 AM

    it's stunning Lori!! love the tiny butterflies!

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  25. PatJanuary 17, 2011 at 1:14 AM

    Hope your wonderful and poetic artwork will accelerate springtime!! A fabulous work I love it.
    Pat

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  26. JunibearsJanuary 17, 2011 at 1:38 AM

    You never disappoint Lori! Most beautiful artwork! Love it.xx

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  27. HermineJanuary 17, 2011 at 2:30 AM

    Absolutely gorgeous

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  28. TaluulaJanuary 17, 2011 at 3:01 AM

    Lori, this is inspired ...... full of beauty, symbolism and texture. Gorgeous.

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  29. FoxgloveJanuary 17, 2011 at 4:41 AM

    Dreams of spring my friend. Your illustration is so beautiful and graceful, fluttering on the winds.

    Have a beautiful week. xxx

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  30. VictoriaJanuary 17, 2011 at 5:22 AM

    Lori!! She is such a Meta-morphing Beauty! All of your art feels like meditative moments for me..and I so enjoy visiting here! I love this butterfly-essence-being..there is such a lightness and movement here..she almost looks like a statue in a garden that has come to life by the touch of a butterfly! Shine on!
    Victoria~

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  31. AnonymousJanuary 17, 2011 at 6:00 AM

    beautiful work Lori.Gorgeous ethereal creature.
    also please pop by my blog if you get chance today. I have a free background but its just for today then it will be gone
    hugs June xxx

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  32. SandyJanuary 17, 2011 at 6:11 AM

    Wow wow wow wow wow wow wow this is stunning.
    Absolutely wonderful. Great details and layers. I love them Lori.

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  33. EffieJanuary 17, 2011 at 6:29 AM

    .......stunning!

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  34. Bleubeard and ElizabethJanuary 17, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    Not only is this simply gorgeous, it makes me wish Spring was here, too. This is so inspiring on so many levels, especially with what is going on in my life right now.

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  35. RosieJanuary 17, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    .... glorious, as ever Lori!

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  36. .Trudi SissonsJanuary 17, 2011 at 10:58 AM

    Great filtering - and very inspiring.

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  37. Jeanie CallaghanJanuary 17, 2011 at 11:26 AM

    Beautiful work!

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  38. peggy gattoJanuary 17, 2011 at 12:05 PM

    I repeat what has been said, just beautiful art!!!!!!!!!

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  39. FayeJanuary 17, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    Beautiful, Lori. I love the subtle coloring.

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  40. teriJanuary 17, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    Just exquisite. In the top right of the image there is just a bit of background that I could fall into and never return. I am really enjoying your site. hugs - teri

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  41. OzstuffJanuary 18, 2011 at 1:00 AM

    It is always a joy to visit your blog, Lori. This artpiece is exquisite and perfect in every way. I love it.

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  42. AbelaJanuary 18, 2011 at 5:56 AM

    It`s wonderfull, Lori me gustan muchos los resultados de tu trabajo, lo tuyo es ARTE así con mayúsculas. Saludos

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  43. Sam & PoppyJanuary 18, 2011 at 6:43 AM

    This is wonderful Lori :O) Sam x

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  44. Rebecca AnthonyJanuary 18, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    Can I just say WOW!! This is fabulous!

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  45. Eila AJanuary 18, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    Lori, your butterfly lady is really beautiful! I love the small marks of spring you have added to your image. Lucky you to have sunny days - I'm still living with a superload of snow in my yard. But days are getting longer all the time!

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  46. LivArtNowJanuary 21, 2011 at 2:28 AM

    WOW Lori!! You are amazing!!! I've had a look at what you've created since my last visit here, and I've just been going wow, wow, wow :) So many wonderful and inspired pieces of art. It's great to be back to visit your blog after such a long time. Pure eyecandy my friend!! Take care,
    hugs and smiles,
    Linda

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  47. AnonymousJanuary 26, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    I love the blending of the colors, very very nice Lori !

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