Pals Paper Arts wasn't the only one sending out a challenge this week. Mother Nature sent out a challenge of her own yesterday. Last night the wind just roared and down came branches, trees and power lines. Being powerless is not fun! Dogs however always have fun - and always need to be walked no matter what the weather. So out we went into a very eerie neighborhood - pitch black, howling wind, snapping branches and sirens everywhere. I was prepared though - I had a mini flashlight and a mini poodle! Clouds were just rolling across the sky - amazing how you could see them in the darkness. In the light of day this morning with power restored, those clouds were my inspiration. I sponged clouds with Perfect Plum, inked just the branch from Embrace Life and used Old Olive textured paper as a backdrop. With a spot of Pumpkin Pie, Halloween rub-ons and some designer paper, my challenge was done. Wishing you power always.............
25 comments:
Linda, this is so modern feeling... Halloween chic, perhaps? I'm envious of your clouds... sponging is not my forte. Great job!
Your story and card are a perfect match!!! I truly enjoyed both!!! Very creative!!!
Whew, we had winds like that yesterday too but didn't lose power. THIS is awesome; these colors scare the willies out of me....but you rocked it!
Great card! Too bad Edgar Alan Poe isn't alive. He would have loved this. LOL! You did an amazing job on those clouds. I love everything about this!
Linda, I love your card and your story is so well-written! That storm certainly inspired you! I think it's wonderful when inspiration hits and you run with it...and you did! I love everything about this card!
Love it Linda...great take on this week's PPA! Love the birds image...that's really neat!
Have a great weekend! : )
Love your story and your card, you are the best writer. Your clouds are amazing as is your card. Hugs,
"Absolutely awesome!", quoth the Raven. What stamp set is this? You are really creating some fabulous cards!
Thanks Ann - the birds are from this year's Halloween rub-ons set - easy easy!!
This is so amazing! I love it! Of course I love it, I am obsessed with Halloween and all things horror. I esp love your clouds, the branches, the birds, everything! How stinkin' awesome is this?!
I like the story as much as I like the card.
FAB.u.lous! I love the gothic vibe and the starkness of the branches & birds against your wonderfully, moody clouds. Fantastic card!
I love your cards and your stories. It's always great to see what you have in store.
You amaze me, Linda Callahan! I absolutely love this! Dark, stormy, and spooky is right! Add fun to that, too! LOVE the branches with the perched ravens! The dark clouds are the perfect touch, too! And, I loved your story, too! You're so smart, so creative, and so inspiring! I LOVE IT!
Super spooky card! love those crows in the branches silhouetted against the sky! thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving me a comment!
Linda, AWESOME!!!! Perfectly spooky - amazing card!
Immediately I felt the chill in the windy air as I looked at your card. Great job on lay-up, design & technique! TFS
Wow, awesome card! Your clouds are so real looking and the crows add just the right spooky touch. Love it!
Great card. Wonderful design details. Thanks for sharing!
I love this! Great halloween image!
you are getting me used to your stories! I wait to read them each week. Your cards match them in beauty and originality.
Hugs
Lourdes
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Oh I love that!! Gonna have to give it a go and try making a card like that :) TFS!!
Congrats, Linda, on being chosen as one of Nancy Riley iPicks for this fabulous card! I told you that you were amazing! Well-deserved recognition! Hugs to you!
How did I miss this. just amazing Linda. I have to work on my sponging.
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