Wednesday, February 19, 2014

Dreaming Robin Finish ~


I'm finished!
actually, I finished her a couple of hours ago ~ but I needed to eat lunch, then decided to take a meandering walk up our 1/2 mile long driveway/road….

the snow has almost entirely melted now…
the sun is shining strong and the birds are chirping away ~
even hung our laundry out on the line to dry!

So here she is, my little 'Dreaming Robin'…
rendered in pencil, ink & watercolor ~

(I added the © watermark for right-click protection)

I wanted her colors to be soft and faded.
I like how she turned out ~
but then, when I scanned her into my documents, 
I enhanced her with a photo imaging program I have for my Mac…


Before enhancing:


Dreaming Robin ~ before adding imaging enhancements

...and 
After enhancing:


Dreaming Robin ~ after adding imaging enhancements

I really like how the 'after' turned out ~
how it is a little more mellow, 
and how the digital "scratch-y" texture that is now on the 'surface' 
reminds me of an old plastered wall...

...what are your thoughts?

* Blessed be *
 Lori
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31 comments:

  1. LindaFebruary 19, 2014 at 3:34 PM

    My thoughts.... I love her....simply love her. You are so multi-talented - and I'm so envious!

    Linda in VA

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  2. JaneFebruary 19, 2014 at 3:41 PM

    I think she looks lovely! I just want to invite her in to have tea!

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  3. moosecraftFebruary 19, 2014 at 3:45 PM

    Beautiful! Sign me up for a few... :-)

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  4. Robin in VirginiaFebruary 19, 2014 at 3:49 PM

    Love the 2nd one with the enhancements. Will these be offered in your Etsy shop? Or how can one purchase them?

    Robin in Virginia

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  5. Nancy BauerFebruary 19, 2014 at 3:52 PM

    LOVE LOVE LOVE it (esp 2nd one!)

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  6. Krissy B.February 19, 2014 at 3:57 PM

    A TRUE SIGN OF SPRING!! I WONDER IF YOU WILL EVER DO SOMETHING THAT I WOULDN'T WANT IN MY HOME??? YOU ARE BLESSED WITH SUCH TALENT AND WE ARE BLESSED BECAUSE YOU SHARE IT WITH US!! HAPPY SPRING! KRISSY B.

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  7. NMKFebruary 19, 2014 at 4:28 PM

    So pretty !!! Looks even neater with your enhancing techniques....we just got 2 more inches of snow....I envy you today going for a nice walk !

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  8. Primitive StarsFebruary 19, 2014 at 4:56 PM

    Oh Lori, my thoughts are simply beautiful, love!!!!! Your so talented, Blessings Francine.

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  9. RondaFebruary 19, 2014 at 5:06 PM

    just beautiful Lori

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  10. Tina McFaddenFebruary 19, 2014 at 5:41 PM

    Lori, you are so talented!!! I wish I had your color sense. My thoughts.... it takes me to a spring morning with the sun shinning through the window. Love the enhanced view. Tina

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  11. backporchcarverFebruary 19, 2014 at 5:49 PM

    Love the wistful gentleness of it, beautiful. I really like the oldy plastery look on the second one.

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  12. Primitives By The Light of The MoonFebruary 19, 2014 at 6:18 PM

    Love every detail and the enhancements are perfect!

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  13. marlyFebruary 19, 2014 at 6:22 PM

    I can't make decisions, but right now, this minute, at 6:20 pm, I like the enhanced. They are both really sweet though. My snow walls will not melt until July. It's now 6:21 and I like the original...no wait....

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  14. susiedeleFebruary 19, 2014 at 6:27 PM

    So very sweet! You blow my mind! :o)

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  15. village folk artFebruary 19, 2014 at 6:38 PM

    What can I say that has not already been said??? Will this become a print or pattern?? She is wonderful and thanks for sharing too.
    Enjoy the sunshine with Peace to all,
    Barb

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  16. Lori Ann CorelisFebruary 19, 2014 at 6:46 PM

    What a gentle lady . . . the texture even brings to mind a bit of sky.

    How talented you are my dear!

    L

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  17. Simply QuaintFebruary 19, 2014 at 6:58 PM

    I love her the enhanced one is my favorite..she looks antique....
    Wonderful... I am envious of you getting to hang out your laundry I am hoping in a few weeks I can do the same...
    Blessings
    Rhonda

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  18. jennifer768February 19, 2014 at 8:02 PM

    Such a beautiful lady! I so enjoy watching robins so this one has a special place in my heart.Love! Blessings,Jen

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  19. old crowFebruary 19, 2014 at 8:04 PM

    Lori,
    You are such a talented artist! What a lovely drawing and painting! I think she would look just perfect in a punchneedle pattern! ;) glad you had such a wonderful productive day! You inspire me!
    Hugs,
    Mona

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  20. UnknownFebruary 19, 2014 at 8:16 PM

    It is beyond words ~ just so special. Blessings, Sandra
    Homespun Elegance
    www.plainfancymerchant.blogspot.com

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  21. Cindy at Mountain HollowFebruary 19, 2014 at 8:51 PM

    She looks great but that should come to no surprise to anyone. I need to get down to see you soon. I miss you terribly. I hope all else is well. Hope to see you very soon.
    Hugs.....
    Cindy

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  22. My Colonial HomeFebruary 19, 2014 at 9:16 PM

    Hi Lori,
    You are so lucky to have your snow just about or actually GONE...ours will be here for months.
    What a beautiful new design - the colors are beautiful.
    Karen

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  23. jerilandersFebruary 19, 2014 at 10:12 PM

    She is a sweet and feminine wing-ed damsel, precious.

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  24. KimFebruary 19, 2014 at 10:32 PM

    I love her!!

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  25. P.J.February 20, 2014 at 5:31 AM

    She looks like she is ready to welcome SPRING. What lovely work. I do like the final enhancement, adds a nice patina.

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  26. Three Sheep StudioFebruary 20, 2014 at 6:16 AM

    You have captured a look in her eye ! Captivating ;)
    Rose

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  27. LauraPFebruary 20, 2014 at 8:04 AM

    I really like her.

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  28. twoivesFebruary 20, 2014 at 8:24 AM

    She just hopped right out of your head! Love the enhanced version. Now she looks soft, mellow, inviting.

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  29. BittersweetfolkartFebruary 20, 2014 at 3:57 PM

    I love her !
    You are soo talented my friend !!
    xxx

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  30. Doreen FrostFebruary 21, 2014 at 6:26 AM

    OH MY WORD LORI..she is STUNNING. I love both images but the enhanced one has more of an aged, mellow look which I love :).

    You are SO very talented!!

    :)Doreen

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  31. DebFebruary 22, 2014 at 1:46 AM

    Simply lovely :O)

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