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I finally got around to starting on my smash book. I won this fabulous Retro smash book from Mandy at A Sprinkling of Glitter and it winged it's way from England to Australia (Thank you again Mandy), I was so excited to get it, then....nothing....my mojo deserted me and it sat untouched, I did try to do up a page, I had already prepared some things I wanted to do, but they just didn't work with the masculine pages.
Then inspiration struck, I'm always looking back to see some of my favourite colour combos for copics so that's what I'm using the smash book for! As I would be adding lots of images then some of the images on the pages could be easily covered.
The first two pages are digi image of Birgitta by CC designs specially for the online class by Mandi Lee. This was my way of trying out different skin and hair combinations as the class progressed. You can see I've added wings, shoes and stockings. I ran out of time to do all the dresses as I wanted to get this book started.
Pages 1 & 2
Pages 3 & 4
The above 10 images were all from done as inspired by the class and is a great way to try out different skin and hair combinations.
The next page is all since then. and these are just different images with funky hair that I loved colouring when I made them into cards, so I stamped and printed out more to add to my book.
Now as the Mad for Markers challenge this month is for using your Bs, BGs and BVs, think outside the norm and use them for hair. Here BGs and Bs look awesome as funky hair colours. If you're a bit shy at trying something outside the norm, go for a fantasy figure like a fairy, then you can suspend realism and go for broke!
Have fun with experimenting and coming up with your own combinations.
Oh I almost forgot. Make it Monday! I must be getting old!
Cheers,
Kasey ~ in Oz
Super pages and a great idea Kasey. Good idea, think I need to do something like this, Mojos a bit flat at the mo. Carolxx
ReplyDeleteHi Carol, nothing like a challenge to get that mojo flowing, why not select some Bs, BGs or BVs and enter Mad For Markers challenge! I dare you to do blue hair! Thank you for your lovely comments.
DeleteOh wow Kasey I love your Smash book pages hunny, they are absolutely gorgeous and your colourng is beautiful as always :)
ReplyDeletebig hugs Mandy xx
Thanks Mandy, the fact you think my colouring is beautiful is one very big compliment indeed. Your work is amazing! Thanks again for that fabulous book, I use it so often now it's my go to for colour combos!
DeleteGorgeous pages Kasey - love the colourful hair.
ReplyDeleteThanks for taking time to drop by Kate. Lovely to see you've visited.
DeleteKasey these are stunning!! Love how you have documented your copic colours and the combos are just so pretty! I love that aqua hair :)
ReplyDeleteHi Alyce, I'm still working on Hair images to add, I bet this book ends up being mainly about hair. I mean to say, there is just such an amazing amount to learn and track. As I see it on blogs like yours I put it into practice, mind you I often have some failures, I'm even going to put those in as they will remind me to practice more! Thanks for your continued support.
DeleteHello Kasey. WOW this is such a great idea. I think I'll start doing this. Could I be cheeky and ask what colours you use for blond hair well any coloured hair really. Just started using copics and I need all the help I can get. Can't read the colours as they are too small. Caroline xxx
ReplyDeleteThanks Caroline, I sent you an email via your blog link to find out which ones you want and I'll send you the close up pics.
DeleteWOW!! Your colouring is stunning, such a great idea
ReplyDeleteSue
Thanks Sue, I often look in awe at other people and think Why can't I colour like that, then I remember it's all about developing my own style. I think this is evolving as I go. LOL thanks for your lovely comments.
DeleteFantastic idea Kasey and ironically I did a really similar thing today to work out how to colour hair in different copic colours and how to create textures! Saw this on MIM.
ReplyDeleteStamping Shanni
Thanks Shanni, this is really working out to be a fabulous resource for me when choosing what colour combos to use. I could end up with the whole book being about hair and skin tones!
DeleteHaving lots of trouble adding comments to your blog! Get so far and then it locks. Love all your work here and am amazed at how much you are able to get done each day. Where do you find the time! Great idea for your smash book ... Whatever that is??? Hugs xxx
ReplyDeleteLOL Andrea, you really need to google Smash Books, they are all the rage! Sort of like a journal/scrapbook page combo. Oh and that book was a work in progress not just done in one day! I wish I had the luxury of crafting all day. Dream on!
DeleteCute, cute and gorgeous!!! Your pages are fabulous and the hair styles and colors...VERY eye grabbing! Great work here on your Smash Book. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for taking the time to link up your talent and creative ideas with us at Make It Monday!
Absolutely in love with your project! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI saw this on Make it Monday!
These are my entries: #77, #163, #183, and #258 and would love it if you could visit.
Hugs,
Julia