Today I am so thrilled to be part of the celebration of the 10th Blogiversary of my very dear and talented creative friend Jenn Shurkus. If you don't know her, you should stop on over to her blog and take a look at her wonderful work. Jenn is a card maker, mixed media artist and wonderful teacher - she hosts fabulous Loft Art Retreats at her loft in Rhode Island. If you ever have the chance to spend the day at one of these retreats, do it - they are so much fun!
I love all of Jenn's creations, especially her mixed media work. Her altered canvases (which she also sells on etsy) are some of my favorites, and this FOCUS canvas has to be my favorite yet. I love every thing about it (especially the colors) and loved this step by step post by Jenn on how to create it. Besides being a great artist, she is also a great teacher:
I created a similar canvas using Jenn's step by step directions, with a similar woodblock word and paints in my favorite color palette...rainbow:
I would have never tried mixed media projects or ventured into the world of "artsy fartsy" if it weren't for Jenn. She has always encouraged me to take classes, get messy, and not to be afraid of making a mistake. Thanks so much Jenn and Happy 10th! Can't wait to see what you create in the next 10 years :)
Here is how YOU can be inspired and win some fabulous prizes:
Want to get in on all the fun? There are tons of prizes to be won that have been donated by VERY GENEROUS sponsors. All you have to do is enter your creation inspired by something that Jenn created over at the Blogiversary Link. Take a look at the Pinterest board of Jenn's creations, something is sure to inspire you!
so gorgeous!!!! I love the colors and textures!!!! just amazing!!!
Posted by: Lindsay Mazzetta | July 14, 2015 at 09:15 AM
Great colors and memories!
Posted by: Micaela | July 14, 2015 at 10:46 AM
big hugs to you!!!! :) LOve love love your canvas- the colors are fabulous (of course rainbow ;) ) thank you so much for all of your support in my classes and events and blogging over the years! and thank you for being part of this special celebration!!! {{hugs}}
Posted by: jenn shurkus | July 14, 2015 at 10:46 AM
Wow! What fantastic art and Congrats on 10 big ones!
Posted by: Christine Kiehl | July 14, 2015 at 11:31 AM
Gorgeous canvas! I love that you do mixed media and get messy, so kudos to Jenn for moving you in that direction!
Posted by: Miriam Prantner | July 14, 2015 at 12:14 PM
What a gorgeous canvas! Love the colours.
Posted by: Mary-Anne V. | July 14, 2015 at 02:46 PM
Just beautiful!!
Posted by: Ann | July 14, 2015 at 03:53 PM
Gorgeous Canvas!! LOVE the colors you chose!!!
Posted by: Lynn Kopas | July 14, 2015 at 09:41 PM
Cheiron, you are an amazing artist. Love everything about this canvas and you!
Posted by: Dawn | July 14, 2015 at 10:54 PM
Gorgeous!
Posted by: Jean Marmo | July 15, 2015 at 04:26 PM
Such an amazing creations! I just love the vibrant explosion of colour!
Posted by: Kamila | July 16, 2015 at 04:44 PM
Oh so pretty! Really lovely canvas. Isn't it fun to get messy and play with paints?
Posted by: BunnyD | July 21, 2015 at 10:19 AM
WOW - such a super lovely and cool CASE of Jenn's project!! You did a fabulous job of it!! Great details and awesome colors!! So glad you came to Jenn's party so I could visit you!!! Have a happy day!!!
Posted by: Taunya Butler | August 05, 2015 at 03:56 PM