I took this challenge to heart to take a blank canvas, and paint a portrait, but before I started, I wanted to go to the Master, who created the original. This found me on a plane to Florence, Italy, then a trip in a time machine to take me back to the 1500's to meet the Master, Leonardo da Vinci. When I told Leo what I had to learn to do, he told me it took him nearly 4 years to complete the Mona Lisa, and it freaked him out that I had to learn how to paint a copy of his masterpiece in less than 4 HOURS! Well, Leo was patient with me, though my hand was a bit shakey, and after it was completed, he allowed me to print my sentiment across the bottom, as long as it was known that HE did not paint this copy because of all the imperfections and shakey lines! After careful consideration, he did allow me to hang it in the Louvre - NOT near his, but in the basement!!
I found an old frame and a decent wall to hang it on though, and I sure hope you like my rendition of the one and only MONA LISA!!
This card is going to Kris (krischir) who was to have BOTH her hands operated on today the 22nd. Hoping and praying this is a quick recovery for her since she is a stamper who loves her craft!!
Date: Wednesday, December 22, 2010 GMT Views: 745
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Wed, Dec 29, 2010 @ 6:34 AM
Oh! You and Leonardo now! Fancy! Sue, this is a great card for Cris. Love this classic image and the perfect senti to go with! Such a sly smile, you know.... Love your bg. Was that the Louvre? Beautiful work my friend! lymi......
------------------------------ Pat Smethers "The Lord will guide you always; He will satisfy your needs in a sun scorched land and strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden." Isaiah 58:11
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Sat, Jan 08, 2011 @ 10:59 AM
You are such a kick! I love your masterpiece, what a GREAT addition to the gallery!
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