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your voice I
your voice I, 4 x 6

Since arriving on the island, I've grown fond of collecting old books that I find at outdoor markets and thrift shops. I use some of these books for collage projects, but others sit on my shelf waiting patiently until I hear their song and a new art project awakes in me.

your voice II
your voice II, 4 x 6

One such book is a travel book of Europe with the inside pages measuring 4 x 6. The other day I was looking for my stash of collected postcards and came across my poetry from years back. Suddenly, it all started to come together: the book and the poems.

I used assorted papers, my original stamps, acrylic and gesso for the background. The portrait drawings and handwriting were done with micron pens, black ink.

On the phone, you tell me you love me.
And your voice echoes in my mind all day.
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  1. AnonymousMay 4, 2013 at 10:59 PM

    I like your continuous line portraits and the interesting overlay of someone else's text and your own words--sort of seems like margins are taking over and the "main text" has just become hushed chatter.

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  2. ASHISH BARDHANMay 5, 2013 at 12:06 AM

    What a Brilliant Sketch
    I really like this artwork.
    Anyways, Take a look at the artwork
    http://ashbeezone.wordpress.com/2013/05/03/in-my-city/
    Happy Sundays !!

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  3. Catherine ConstanceMay 5, 2013 at 12:10 AM

    Love the sketch.

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  4. Anne MandaMay 5, 2013 at 12:55 AM

    Beautiful artwork, love how you kept it simple, light and open!

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  5. Eva AsonMay 5, 2013 at 1:30 AM

    Interesting artwork, I like the portraits.
    Enjoy your Sunday!

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  6. Arnoldo L. Romero, MLAMay 5, 2013 at 3:33 AM

    I love the purity of your use of lines and shapes in your designs. Blessings!

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  7. A Creative HarborMay 5, 2013 at 4:39 AM

    Lovely line drawings and looks great with background of vintage pages ~ ^_^

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  8. WrightStuffMay 5, 2013 at 10:39 AM

    I love the mix of layers in this.

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  9. DebbieMay 5, 2013 at 12:02 PM

    cool sketch and love the poem!

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  10. AnonymousMay 5, 2013 at 12:49 PM

    It is so delicate and beautiful. Great job!!!

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  11. AlexandraMay 5, 2013 at 2:13 PM

    I really like your artwork here and your idea(s) behind it, let alone the inspiration from old books. :)

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  12. Kristin AquariannMay 5, 2013 at 3:10 PM

    What a creatively cool use for old books! Neat pages.

    ♥ aquariann
    Art Update: Digital Tree Painting

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  13. janice smithMay 5, 2013 at 5:12 PM

    I absolutely ADORE these pages...the collage, the sketch, the poetry...it all fits together perfectly! Very inspiring!

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  14. TracyMay 6, 2013 at 2:15 AM

    4 X 6 what a nice format! Perfect for this art your are doing. Just love the textures and lines...and not least, the words. :o) Happy Day, Juana ((HUGS))

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  15. Gallery JuanaMay 7, 2013 at 10:30 AM

    Thank you for your lovely comments and visits. They really do make my day!

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  16. DianeSchuller.comMay 12, 2013 at 7:12 PM

    I really like this art quite a lot especially this which you combine with poetry. WOnderfully creative.

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