Provence, toujours Provence

I made a Provence book for my friend who went to spend 2 weeks there.

I used reproductions of Cezanne art that I printed on canvas, then repainted. It was much fun. I didn’t have any of the very typical fabrics from Provence, so I just printed them on fabrics… Voila!

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21 comments:

  1. KimJuly 9, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    A masterpiece!! What a fabulous gift - she will treasure it always I am sure. Great work, Sox :-))

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  2. goodling4July 9, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    Sox, you amaze me with all of your talent! And now you are being published, too? Where and when?
    I love the rich colors and the love that you put into this french journal for your friend!
    XXO Gina G

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  3. LisaJuly 9, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    Very pretty! You've been cranking them out haven't you? (S)he's going to love the book!

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  4. Rita A.July 9, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    Wow. Amazing. Wonderful. And any other words along those lines. Gorgeous.

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  5. PatJuly 9, 2011 at 1:13 PM

    What a luscious book! The textures and colors are beautiful. Your friend will treasure this unique memento.

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  6. Janet GhioJuly 9, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    What a lucky friend to get one of your fabulous books!!

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  7. DanielleJuly 9, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    OMG! This is gorgeous. Absolutely breathtaking. Your friend sure is lucky to have you in her life.

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  8. anandainkJuly 9, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    Really lovely, truly a work of art. I'm blown away!

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  9. Mixed Media MartyrJuly 9, 2011 at 11:06 PM

    This is a wonderful idea! It looks gorgeous Sox!!!!

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  10. The Artful DivaJuly 10, 2011 at 2:16 AM

    Beautiful gift for your friend. I'm sure she will treasure it always - well done!

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  11. The Sparkly FairyJuly 10, 2011 at 7:01 AM

    Wow - I saw your post in the yahoo group and had to take a look. Stunning!

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  12. bohemiannie! artJuly 10, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    I came to your blog via yahoo's altered books group and glad I did! Love this book and I'm sure your friend will treasure it forever.

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  13. jaine drakeJuly 10, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    Wow I love this book. Stunning artwork and I love that its printed onto the fabric.

    jaine x

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  14. suziqu's thread worksJuly 10, 2011 at 2:53 PM

    Gorgeous work on this journal Sox. It is so alive, vibrant and love the colours.
    Beautiful! A happy friendship continues!

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  15. Lori WostlJuly 11, 2011 at 6:37 AM

    Just gorgeous, exuberant even. The books are getting better every time I see them.

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  16. ElenaJuly 11, 2011 at 7:24 AM

    Wow Sox!!! You are absolutely the queen of these types of journals.

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  17. AnonymousJuly 11, 2011 at 10:12 AM

    Love it absolutely adore all the textures on it!! great job!

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  18. Linda Manning FindleyJuly 11, 2011 at 2:43 PM

    love your journals .... all those bits of treasures just makes you want to dive right in ... Linda F

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  19. Vicki HoldwickJuly 12, 2011 at 4:40 PM

    Oh my, Sox,

    What a treasure!!

    xoxo

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  20. AnonymousJuly 17, 2011 at 11:41 PM

    Your journals are to die for! Just gorgeous work, Sox! I am lusting after one of those lace beauties..... I LOVE THEM all!!!!!
    Marita

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  21. UnknownJuly 19, 2011 at 6:24 AM

    Inspring I want to do one of my new home town of bisbee yours gets me in the mood

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