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This site is for those who are interested in developing and sharing their unique style. It is about self-expression, originality and fun! I believe everyone has inside of them a wealth of creative energy passively waiting to be expressed. Through my love of collecting, displaying, creating and photographing I express myself and how I see the world. Let your own creative energy escape! Whether expressed through your keen fashion sense, your good eye for detail or artistic abilities, creative expression will undoubtedly enrich your life. And maybe even inspire others!

Tuesday, June 9, 2009

Introducing Pearl


This elegant lady has been waiting patiently for some months now for me to put on the finishing touches. Her hand has shown up in a few shots but she longed to be presented in a more complete fashion. She began as an uninspiring white resin form but, of course, that could never do. She is decoupaged in antique book pages which are further distressed and then stenciled. She's a glamorous gal draped in layers of faux pearl and dons a vintage brown velvet hat. She now happily joins the motley troupe of other decoupaged mannequins who reside in my basement/studio.

Friday, June 5, 2009

Re-Purposing Part Two


Once you begin to look at objects in a new light, the possibilities can truly emerge! This lovely oil lamp base became the perfect photo holder. The lamp's wick slot serves to hold the photo beautifully. The original photo is of my grandmother, Oeda Burkeen. It was taken in 1937.