Sunday, February 27, 2011

Exotica


This is my entry for the Take A Word challenge where the theme is "Exotic'. To me exotic is a collaboration of color, pattern, texture and of course flora and fauna. Scenes from far away places that depict a different way of life and people of different cultures and philosophies open our eyes to all that is amazing and inspirational. Imagery credits go to Dover, Christine Rennee and background is my own from vintage botanical prints.
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37 comments:

  1. Linda GibbonsFebruary 27, 2011 at 8:11 AM

    What a rich and colorful piece. The blending of the colors and patterns is really wonderful.

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  2. VictoriaFebruary 27, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    How beautiful...stunning.poetic..gorgeous and regal..the bird captivates me too..fabulous work Lori!

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  3. RPLancasterFebruary 27, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    This visually stunning, Lori. I love how you've melded the images together.
    Great Art!


    Paulette

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  4. Janet GhioFebruary 27, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    I love this! It is so rich looking!

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  5. Kim DellowFebruary 27, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    Lovely collage great for the theme. Kim

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  6. Pam TuckerFebruary 27, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    You captured the theme perfectly, Lori. I love the rich colors in this piece...gorgeous! A visual feast!

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  7. indybevFebruary 27, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    What blissful eye candy, Lori! It has all the elements of exotica, beautifully presented!

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  8. VictoriaFebruary 27, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    A beautiful piece, rich beautiful colors! Love it!!!!!!

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  9. JudyFebruary 27, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    What a rich explosion of colour, Lori, with the perfect image for the b/g you have created an amazing exotica card!

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  10. DeannFebruary 27, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    So so beautiful Lori...the gorgeous layers the deep rich colors and all the fabulous element you have chosen...truly wonderfully exotic!!!

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  11. ChristineFebruary 27, 2011 at 7:04 PM

    Beautiful picture and brilliant composition.

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  12. mary.kgFebruary 27, 2011 at 8:28 PM

    Magnifique votre réalisation Lori! j'aime beaucoup ! Bravo !
    amicalement Mary.KG

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  13. YvonneFebruary 27, 2011 at 9:01 PM

    This has such a richness to it, Lori! Gorgeous!

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  14. JesterFebruary 28, 2011 at 12:34 AM

    It's fabulous, Lori - I love those rich colours and patterns.

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  15. JunibearsFebruary 28, 2011 at 1:38 AM

    Wopnderful! Just wonderful. love everything about it. You've waved your magic wand again! xx

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  16. RosieFebruary 28, 2011 at 2:16 AM

    A feast for the eyes Lori! I love visiting your blog - always some spectacular art to see!

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  17. TaluulaFebruary 28, 2011 at 4:29 AM

    Yes, Lori, a feast for the eyes, such rich and wonderful colours, fabulous blending and even a touch of the Orient. Absolutely stunning.

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  18. A Fairy GodmotherFebruary 28, 2011 at 5:31 AM

    I am so enjoying my trip around the world to its most exotic hot spots - it's making me feel so much better!

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  19. FayeFebruary 28, 2011 at 6:49 AM

    Lori, this is a gorgeous array of colors and images and it certainly does portray "exotic".

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  20. "MOI" FreubelFebruary 28, 2011 at 7:35 AM

    I'm really impressed Lori ! This is mind blowing and your use of background/textures is always so clever !! Bravo.

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  21. AnonymousFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    This is mafnificient! So beautifully arranged.

    Thank you so much for stopping by my blog. It is a pleasure to meet you.

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  22. Terri KahrsFebruary 28, 2011 at 9:11 AM

    Rich, luscious and a marvelous interpretation of the word, Lori! Beautiful!!! Hugs, Terri xoxo

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  23. NettyFebruary 28, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    Oh wow Lori, its a digital masterpiece my friend. Totally gorgeous. Annette x

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  24. Rebecca AnthonyFebruary 28, 2011 at 1:05 PM

    Exotica is right Lori, this is RICH and GORGEOUS!!

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  25. LynnFMarch 1, 2011 at 2:57 PM

    A totally exquisite piece, Lori...vibrant colors and the images are lush and beautiful!

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  26. AbelaMarch 2, 2011 at 5:41 AM

    A picture is beautiful.
    Lori, I would like to ask permission to copy the image to cover your other blog. Is to make an oil painting, if you don`t want I'll understand it. A kiss

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  27. EffieMarch 2, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    That is stunningly beautiful.... I don't know how you do it but I love it!

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  28. AbelaMarch 2, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    Lori Do not worry, I never copy anything without permission .... if you do not want I will not paint your collage. Thank you for your attention and a kiss.

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  29. SandyMarch 4, 2011 at 3:06 AM

    Wow Lori this is brilliant.
    Wonderful and colorful creation. I love it.

    Have a lovely weekend my dear friend.

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  30. sirppisMarch 4, 2011 at 3:12 AM

    Your work of art,Exotica, is beautiful!

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  31. KatieMarch 4, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    I like the predominant brown and blues in the background and the whole thing is super lucious and bold.

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  32. Healing WomanMarch 5, 2011 at 6:26 AM

    What a wonderful creation. So rich and full of exotic life. I also went over to your 100 journal pages blog and was blown away seeing them all in one spot. You are an amazing artist.

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  33. Anne (cornucopia)March 5, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    Wow, this is fantastic Lori! I think of the same things when I think of exotic. Mostly exotic looking places and people, and not so much fauna. Great artwork, as always!

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  34. SelmaMarch 5, 2011 at 4:19 PM

    This is really fantastic and very very exotic.

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  35. StephMarch 6, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    Indeed it is exotic....love the colors , the patterns, textures you created....WOW!!

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  36. OzstuffMarch 6, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    Exotic with a huge capital E!! Superb.

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  37. Anjas-ArtefaktotumMarch 21, 2011 at 3:02 PM

    Really exotic also magical and vibrant composition! Love the color explosion. I's perfect as ever!
    Hugs Anja

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