This week the Tea Potter's are sending paper hugs and smiles to Annie who had a debilitating stroke. Annie was a successful theater director for decades, so our hostess Polly challenged us to make a card to illustrate a favorite play or musical.
I just recently took my granddaughter to see The Lion King. The acting and singing were top notch, but the costumes are what made this play for me. Spectacular. I especially loved the movement of the lions' masks which were worn mostly above the actors' heads. I also learned that The Lion King is the #1 musical of all time by a far margin. Since Annie also loves dogs, I cast one my childhood favorites -- Rin Tin Tin -- in the starring role. Hakuna Matata is a catch phrase from the movie and the play. It is Swahili meaning "no troubles" "no worries" "take it easy". It was typed using Blockhead Dude font.
To make this card, I merged the dog and lion head and printed. I roughly drew in a bluff for him to stand upon. Masked the images and ink blended DOX for the bg.
I hope the many fun and imaginative cards headed to Annie will bring her smiles and delight and some wonderful memories of her theatrical and choral days. And, I hope your day is filled with fun and imaginative things as well. TFL
Date: Tuesday, February 13, 2024 GMT Views: 375
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Registered: January 8, 2011 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 40435
Tue, Feb 13, 2024 @ 9:58 PM
Such a fabulous card inspired by the musical, The Lion King, Debbie! I haven’t seen the stage play but have heard the costumes are amazing. I just love the music and have seen the movie quite a few times. I love that you included Rin Tin Tin on this card, too~
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Registered: August 4, 2005 Location: Western PA Posts: 809
Wed, Feb 14, 2024 @ 9:55 AM
I've never seen any musical, but have heard of a few. This card is just perfect - the lion looks a little smug.. and the dog is enjoying being there too. Great colors...
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Registered: February 22, 2007 Location: L’etoile du Nord Posts: 6473
Wed, Feb 14, 2024 @ 12:53 PM
So cute and clever! Love how you merged the lion head and the dog, it really invokes the spirit of The Lion King musical!
------------------------------ -----Liz "Make it your ambition to lead a quiet life, to mind your own business and to work with your hands, ..." ~~1 Thess. 4:11 (NIV)
Registered: October 23, 2011 Location: Western, NY Posts: 7517
Wed, Feb 14, 2024 @ 8:04 PM
Amazing creation! Your design was made with love and the earnest joy you want to convey to this woman. Loved the way you arrived at the completed card with compassion for Annie...
hugs, Betty