Simp 2012 and new work

Wow!!! That is the first thing that comes to my mind!!!*grin*

 I am back home and so very happy! Paris and the show was more than I expected! I had the most incredible time however I was not  very happy that I had NO chance to shop and get way from my table.:)

I realized that doing a show like that I truly need a helper. I was brave to go alone, I know , specially for one day show  but all in all was so very worth it !*grin*

I meet incredible artists and people. It is such a delightful  experience to see people face to face and hear what they have to say about my work. I don't say that in a proudful way, but in a true sincere thankful heart and at many times overwhelming feeling of appreciation!

Gevevieve, was all I expected... a such sweet girl.She greeted me with a warm hug  making me feel so good. again, I was unable to go to her table and she understood that, but it was frustrating.... I knew that she makes some incredible needle point work and I missed  seeing it ,sigh
Catherine is one of these artists that everyone is  amazed once you see what she does. She too , was so sweet  and kind, she had a big smile when she came  to hug me and again , I began to feel more and more confortable.
The beautiful  Julie Campbell  was there too . It was great to meet her face to face and hear her lovely accent!grin. Julie was shopping and enjoying her time!


Irmgard from Miniarche a german animal artist was another lady that I was so very happy to meet in person. please  do visit her blog  and see her work.

I did meet many others and enjoyed each one of them. I realized that is good for me to continue studying my french too  as I  am looking forward to next year, hopefully with  more time and a helper!wanna come with me??/grin

I was waiting for some friends to arrive and help me , but it was too late when it happened and did not allow me to go around. Like I said, that was a bittersweet  for me.

I have listed few dolls on my etsy store  and some minis on ebay. I won't add any pictures here , but if you are interested , just click on the pictures on the right side/bar and a link will take you to the sales.

If you haven't signed for my giveaway... don't forget ....  Here..... it is just around the corner!!*grin*\

(((( a warm thanks you)))) to all of you that wished me success and prayed for me! I am thankful for each one of you!Love~Patricia

African Hunting Dog & Gazelle Fawn

 

Hello dear readers!*grin*

I am leaving to Paris and want to leave you with some pictures of probably the most unusual animals  that will be at my table - An African Hunting Dog and its prey, a sweet gazelle fawn.

I want to make something that portray reality in a different way.The freedom that I find in my hands is a joy and sometimes challenge my feelings but the reality of life is it true .and I thought that perhaps a more eccentric collector will love this piece.grin

The African dog is a massive dog   and its pray can be as big as a zebra... of course when attacking a large animal  there are many dogs at the same time.

His colors were not just a challenge but a true joy to replica. I used a combined hand dyed fiber  to active the realistic results and a little bit of details were added with a tip of a feather pen.

The pose of the dog is in movement. Another challenge as  I choose (not) to add support. he stands very well in its two legs and the other two slightly  touching  the ground.

The prey is removable and it can be laid in a position that looks natural.

tail is fully pose-able, eyes are ( real ) glass,  and were handmade, with clay, paint and real glass were added as a lens.... it is not just gloss.

This set will be available this coming Sunday in  Paris.Hope you can come ,see in person    and shake my hand!

* smiles*

Don't forgot my GIVEAWAY. Also, please as  a reminder,  don't forget the rules to make sure you are included on the day of drawing!:)

Pictures taken with natural outside light and on my woodland with waterfall vignette.

Paris, je t'aime!!!

Please click ply on the video and enjoy the music

Why my love for Paris?

( naked me,:) my brother and my sis)

when I was a little girl I had many dreams

When I grown up ....

....I wanted to be a ballerina...

1985/1986

Miami City Ballet

....and I did that!

I wanted to ride horses...

....and I did that!

I wanted to learn to fly ultra-lights air planes...

....and I did that!

I wanted to be a model...

1991

...and I did that!

still like playing behind the camera for fun :)

Today

But all this was not enough ...
I wanted a family!!!!!

never planned to have 7 wonderful children...

That was God's plan ....

....by given me the most wonderful husband and my best friend!

My sweet grand baby.... Alissa Sophia.... "the apple of my eye"!!*double grin*

God's Grace to me has always been present in my life .... He knows my heart and my desires.

He blessed the worked of my hands in the most beautiful ways....... a whole new pleasure I discovered.....
...a world of beauty in clay!*grin*

My love for France and everything about this country came at young age when I watched my dad and mom speak in this beautiful language , talk about Paris after their trips there and how they both loved Paris.
Dad travel a lot ... to many countries ...

Italy

...but Paris was his favorite!*grin*
( my dad, on left , in 1070's with one of his best friends until this day - Mozart)

Paris

....and it became mine when I first visit Paris!!*grin*

Then a surprise.... an invitation for a miniature show....where? In Paris !!!!!

Couldn't believe it! I can hardly wait to my first International Show....WOW!*grin*

If you are planning to attend, please don't be a stranger ... stop by my table and say "Hi" or better I say -" Bonjour"!*grin*

S.I.M.P

Please visit Anita's fantastic French blog and take a look at the wonderful party she is hosting!!!

Ragdoll & Coon Cats

Young cat

Hello!!!*grin*
I wish , where ever you are ,you are enjoying this day!
I am in a bit of hurry ..... but will be back here on Friday for my Paris party. please visit Anita's blog to read more about it!
Kitten is on my ebay!*smiles*

Gray fox

little gray fox is on my ebay! love him!((grin))

The wolf will be available on my table at S.I.M.P ( Paris Miniature Show)