Do the Eyes Tell Secrets?: Mixed Media Mail Art
Secrets
I know they say the eyes are the window to the soul but I personally have never seen into any one’s soul by looking into their eyes. I know that I am not the most observant individual and I don’t always pick up on body language but it seems rather unlikely that I will be able to pin down someones deepest darkest secrets by gazing into their eyes. I look into my hubby’s eyes all the time and I gather more from his tone and facial expression than from his eyes. My hubby on the other hand can read me like a book. Yet, I don’t think it has anything to do with my eyes. He can read every micro-expression that flashes across my face. I wish I had that talent.
But when it comes to artwork, the eyes can set the tone for a painting. So, maybe there is some truth to that quote. It just hasn’t found me.
Creating the Mail Art
So…I made another postcard. I stenciled the Ornamental Floral Screen in the background and stamped a Japanese wave stamp over some Dylusions Paint.
I stenciled and embossed the Art Deco Flower Medallion and layered it over a piece of chipboard. I used a Wendi Vecchi stamp, fiber, thread, doodling and some splatters to embellish.
Other Postcard Art:
I just thought I would share this picture of my Yucca plant. My daughter decided to feed it cheerios. I found it hiding in one of the branches today when moving my plants around. Haha! 2 year old’s sure do some crazy things.
Thanks for stopping by,
Kate
This piece is gorgeous!! I just love how you layered it and your palette choice! You really have a knack for these layered mail art pieces Kate!
haahaa Cheerios in the plant! Your kiddos make me giggle!
Jackie xo
Cool postcard. I bet you are a lot better at reading people than you think you are. I bet you can read your kids like a book. 🙂 Love the postcard and have a super weekend. Hugs-Erika
Another fabulous piece of textural mail art! But I have to disagree with you on the eyes…. To me they are by far the most telling bits of what goes on inside a person and I absolutely believe they are the windows to the soul…..
Beautiful postcard, love all the layers. Love the cheerios as plant food, hope the Yucca appreciated it! Have a great weekend, hugs, Valerie
I never seem to focus on eyes. I couldn’t tell you what color my cats’ eyes are, if I didn’t see them in photos.. That really, REALLY made me think, Kate.
You create the most incredible layered art I have ever seen. I tried to make something layered and it looks dull and unfinished compared to your art. This latest mail art entry is out of this world and I am simply thrilled you shared it with us. LOVE those eyes, too.
Forgot to mention how funny your daughter is. I bet it’s never dull around your home, cheerios and all.
This mailart is really out of this world beautiful Kate! Your little daughter is awesome! Hihi!
Happy weekend!
Hugs, Susi
Hey Kate, I’ve had such a time with internet lately and have tried writing you comments that failed. I’m sorry, but hope this one goes through. I totally love the amazing dimension on this piece and that fabulous eyes image. What a gorgeous design! Big hugs, Autumn