I want to start today's post with a beautiful quote from Helen Keller:
The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart.I was inspired to incorporate this quote into a painting I created for an upcoming American Heart Association silent auction. I wanted the painting to reflect the "go red" theme, so I painted one of my favorite subject - red poppies. If you look closely, you can see the quote in between the stems, and a hint of wording at the top.
"Felt With The Heart" 24" x 30" ©Melanie Douthit
 I think the painting would make a cool greeting card. What do you think?Speaking of greeting cards, how many of you remember the cute adorable valentines we used to exchange in grade school? Here is one that brings back memories. And here is one more little valentine images. This is a photo my hubby took a few weeks ago when he saw that his toothpaste splatter that landed in the sink made a heart. I mean, how many times does that happen? Thank you for stopping by today. You can continue the Fly Tribe Blog Hop by going to this link. Have a wonderfully creative day. | |
I so LOVE when artists hide treasures to be found only upon exploration of the artwork, very clever!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful painting!
ReplyDeleteI love your painting and, yes, it should be made into a greeting card!
ReplyDeleteHappy Valentine's Day! Love to look through the layers to see what's hidden beneath.
ReplyDeleteYes, a greeting card! Cool pictures. thank you for sharing. Love & Grace, AnaLisa
ReplyDeletePerfect quote to compliment your beautiful art piece!! I think it would make a fabulous card, wood block, print, journal cover... etc. A lovely source of inspiration! Nice to meet you Melanie~ hugs vaLerie
ReplyDeleteFantastic!
ReplyDeleteDefinitely turn it into a greeting card! Love it Melanie:)
ReplyDeleteMelanie- that was a great post! Loved the artwork, and that toothpaste splat was too cool!!
ReplyDeleteLove your painting, it's beautiful and yes, it would make a great greeting card.
ReplyDeleteOh, I love this quote. I'm not sure anything truer has ever been spoken. Happy Valentine's Day to you. Hope your day was filled with lots of love.
ReplyDeletePerfect card...one of my favorite quotes!
ReplyDeleteLoved your painting and very special quote. The old fashioned Valentine and toothpaste heart was a wonderful treat. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteTeresa Erwin
Melanie, this piece is gorgeous! Yes it would make a great card. I say create some more in a similar style but in different color palettes. Really nice!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous painting. It would make a great greting card and so much more possibly pillows, dishes etc.... Love it!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful painting you've created for the American Heart Assoc.--they are going to jump all over that! I also love the quote you've shared by Helen Keller:)
ReplyDeleteJill
I just LOVE your art - so cheerful!
ReplyDeleteLove your quote and your gorgeous red poppies!
ReplyDeleteIt is a wonderful painting for a great cause (and yes, I think it would make a great greeting card)!
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Kristin
p.s. I hope it's okay I pinned your toothpaste heart onto my pinterest heart board (I labeled it with your name and it links back here.)
http://pinterest.com/pin/258112622363547389/
What a gorgeous painting! Absolutely love that quote and how you incorporated it into your piece :)
ReplyDeleteLove what you have done.....love what you have said!
ReplyDeleteWhat an absolutely beautiful painting!! And I love how you have included the quote in your work. Yes it would be awesome as a greeting card!!
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