Saturday, 4 April 2020

Circles, squares and colours

Hi Everybody!

Hope all is going as well as possible for you. I'm still 'enjoying' the time in my ivory tower. Nathalie went shopping for me again yesterday, she is a treasure!
I hope you are all managing well!

For Art Journal Journey I have another hybrid piece to share. The circles were all recycled from old art pieces that I cut up and die cut. It was put together  and the sentiment added in Serif:



And once  again I have some nature photos with geometrical and symmetrical shapes:

















Have  a great day, take care, stay safe!
And thanks a lot for coming by!


65 comments:

  1. That is such a fun quote and you illustrated it so well Valerie. The circles seem to pop off the page. Love it. And geometric shapes are everywhere, as I am not noticing now. Have a safe and happy weekend. Hugs-Erika

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    1. Thanks Erika. I always see geometric shapes in everything, I know that feeling! Stay safe and well!

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  2. That peacock and the feathers! wow

    https://villemo20.blogspot.com/

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  3. Lovely colourful art.
    So nice to see the animal and bird photographs

    … and Nathalie is brilliant :)

    Do please have a safe and happy weekend. I think here in the UK the sun is going to be shining and temperatures are rising.

    All the best Jan

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    1. Thanks Jan. We have been promised better weather, too. Stay safe, Valerie

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  4. Oh what a wonderful thing for Ms Nathalie! It is really wild out there now - stay safe! I love the saying on your card and will gladly be a square! The colors are so vibrant and beautiful - and the sweet little animal pictures made me smile! Air hugs!

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    1. Thanks Kel. Yes, Nathalie is a great girl! Stay safe!

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  5. Gorgeous post and loved your page-perfect for the theme-very pretty Happy weekend-hugs

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  6. Beautiful colours and love your page...the cute animals are so gorgeous too.xx

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    1. Thanks Annie, those goats are always such fun to visit. Stay safe!

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  7. Lovely art and photos. Nathalie is so great.

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    1. Thanks Christine. True Nathalie has helped me a lot. Stay safe!

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  8. moin valeie,

    megamäßige seite hast gemacht die farben sind klasse und der engelfliegt durch welten.
    die bilder von dem fasan gefällt mir besonders schön.

    einen schönen tag und bleib gesund und pass auf dich auf.



    hugs jenny

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    1. Dankr Jenn, wir brauchen Engeln momentan. Stay safe!

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  9. I had to laugh at that sentiment. It is true, of course, and you certainly made it quite artful. The colors are great, the composition is fabulous and those circles seem to rise above the page. This is a beautiful and well thought out page, dear. Thanks for another inspiring journal page using your theme at Art Journal Journey.

    Your photos are fabulous. I am seeing geometric shapes I haven't considered for ages. Thanks for even more inspiration today.

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    1. Thanks E! Keep looking for shapes! Stay safe!

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  10. Gutes Motto!!! Und ich hab so viele gesammelte Bierdeckel weggeworfen, hach.
    Sehr schöne Fotos!
    Sonnig heute, Tedox hat eröffnet, wir ziehen gleich los, Ingo will Masken nähen ("Zwangsurlaub für zwei Wochen). GlG und einen schönen Tag dir, gut, dass du wenigstens Nathalie hast!

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    1. Viel Spaß beim Masken nähen. Mit Löwen drauf? Bleib gesund!

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  11. Lovely photos and hybrid art Valerie!
    Hugs,
    Alison xx

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  12. Love the colours in this art piece. Keep well and safe. x

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  13. Cute animal photos, made me smile!

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    1. Thanks Natalia. The goats are always so funny!

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  14. A fabulous and inspiring page for your AJJ theme Valerie. I smiled at the going round in circles as I circle my square [when it hasn't hot the extra leaves pulled out]dining room table a few times before I sit in front of the computer, wel,l we have to take some exercise where we can.
    The photos were super and geometry is there if we look carefully.
    Take care , stay safe and well.
    Yvonne xx

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    1. Thanks Yvonne. Keep running round the square table, that fits well both our themes today! Stay safe!

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  15. Your photos are very beautiful and the Art Journal is also very creative!
    I don't know who Nathalie is, but I think she's a very good girlfriend ... right?
    Enjoy your "ivory tower" and the weekend!
    The beautiful weather and warm days are on the way!
    Hugs! xoxo

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    1. Thanks Ella. Nathalie is a young friend. I appreciate very much that she shops for me! Have a good weekend, stay safe!

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  16. Love the Art Journal page. The words so reflect the circles and art. Your creations always make me think as well as being inspiring! So sweet of Nathalie - we all need strong support systems now. I convinced my daughter, Allie to get my groceries this week so I know how grateful you are. Lovely pictures of shapes in nature - you always capture such clear pictures of things. Lovely post. Hugz

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    1. Thanks Nancy. It's great to have someone to help, especially right now where I can't go shopping. Glad your daughter helped you, too! And glad you like the photos! Stay safe!

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  17. Beautiful art piece. I like the colors you used. Great animal photos.

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  18. Oh, peacocks, goats and lizard, BEAUTIFUL!!! I love these critters!!!
    Your page is absolutely amazing, Valerie. Thank you for the great inspiration. The circles fit perfect on your gorgeous background! Kisses, my dear friend.

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    1. Thanks. The animals are all so beautiful. Take care Mia!

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  19. It seems to me that everyone should have a Nathalie in their lives. Actually our neighbours have been terrific. Whenever they go shopping they call us to ask if there is anything we need that they can pick up for us. So far, I have been doing it all myself, but the offer is appreciated. Stay well and stay cheerful, Valerie.

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    1. Thanks David. Glad to hear you have good neighbours, that's a blessing.

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  20. Such a vibrant page! love all the animal shots, especially the peacock. ~ Special blessings to all the Nathalie's in the world ~

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    1. Thanks! And thanks to all who help others in this scary situation, they deserve a special blessing. Stay safe!

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  21. Hi Val, hope your day is going well. Love your art and the wonderful photos, thanks for sharing. Mum is a bit quiter today and is with the kids in the garden. Things are hard just now. Take care, hugs, Sarah

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    1. Thanks Sarah, sorry it's hard just now and hope things get better soon. Stay safe!

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  22. Such a fun quote, the circles remind me of vibrant bubbles. Blowing bubbles was a favorite activity of my girlies when they were little. The peacock is gorgeous and the last photo, the ram made me laugh. Looks like he's had enough of social distancing and stay at home advisories. Take care.

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    1. Thanks. I still love blowing bubbles, even at my advanced age! And the ram does look rather finished!

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  23. Colorful art and some of the best animal photos that I have ever seen!!!
    You are an amazing, talent artist and photographer. I can never say this enough :)

    Stay Safe and HUGS ☕🌷

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    1. Thanks Jan, I love taking photos of animals. Stay safe!

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  24. Fabulous page! So great to see you hosting AJJ this month and I love the magical coloured circles on your page - stunning 😁. Some lovely photos too! Wishing you a happy weekend! Stay safe and well! Hugs, Jo x

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    1. Thanks Jo! You have a great week, too, look after yourself!

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  25. WOW Valerie, your page is gorgeous, I love how colorful it is! Your photos are beautiful- I love the pictures of the peacock, what a stunning creature. Enjoy your weekend and stay safe.
    Hugs, Tammy

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    1. Thanks Tammy! Peacocks are very fascinating. Stay safe!

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  26. das mit den Formen Jornalseite ist bezaubernd mit den kräftigen Farben!
    Süss die Tierfotos!
    Hab ein schönes Wochenende und bleib gesund!
    Lieben Gruss Elke

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    1. Danke Elke, dir ein schoenes Wochenende und bleib Gesund!

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  27. I adore the brilliant colors in your circles, Valerie. LOVE this. And the peacocks and goats really make me smile. Gray and gloomy today but bright on your page!

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    1. Thanks. Sometimes we need to create our own sunshine🌞🌞🌞

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  28. I love your art piece! The circles pop and the design and quote make me smile :) Nice!

    Your nature photos are so colorful! Nature offers so _much_ color :)

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    1. Thanks. So true about nature's colours, always so beautiful. Stay safe!

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  29. The colors are so beautiful on your circle and square painting, just lovely! The horns of the animals are also amazing. Thank you!

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    1. Thanks Lisabella! Have a great Weekend, stay safe.

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  30. Love this! Beautiful pinks and purples and what a great quote. Stunning photographs as always. Take care, Sue xx

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  31. I love your posts! Your art piece is beautiful and fun and I LOVE all the animal photos! Big Hugs!

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  32. Otra vez la naturaleza te inspira... los círculos de colores son pura energía.

    BESOS

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