Thursday, September 11, 2008

So ya wanna know my news, huh?

I like emails that say "congratulations!" .......and I got one last week from Impression Obsession!!

"After combing over more than 85 applications for our guest designer position, you were chosen overwhelmingly as our number one pick! Our entire design team had a hand in picking who would serve out this three month term... We look forward to seeing your spin on Impression Obsession stamps!"

Needless to say, I'm very excited. Last year's initial DT call was the first I had ever applied for, and when it didn't work out I was bummed but the Lord opened other doors...still I've always hoped that there'd be another opportunity with IO. I had the chance to meet Mitra, the owner, a couple months ago at Stampfest...she still remembers the card I made for Shannan's Carpe Diem contest just over a year ago...! Shannan gave me a heads up last month when the design team call was put out and really encouraged me to apply, so special thanks to her too. * mwah! * My term officially begins in October, but I'll be playing along with the DT in their monthly challenge coming soon!

So in celebration, a card made with some IO stamps I've had stashed away for a while. :) The card is watercolored using Derwent pencils. I brushed masking fluid over the lighthouse and sails so they would stay white white. I actually stamped the bird right over the sandcastle scene (no masking), then stamped him again on another piece of watercolor paper to layer...so I didn't have to cut around his scrawny legs. Another thing I did after the scene was dry was to brush some shimmery watercolors over the top of the sand and the water, so it's pretty sparkly in real life. The lacing on the side is done with narrow paper strips.


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23 comments:

  1. Oh mercy...I guess this means I'd better make a larger area for more Impression Obsession stamps. You know I always end up buying stamps after seeing your creations. (Perhaps that's WHY you get chosen? hmmmm....) Well, nevertheless, I'm thrilled for you because I do love their stamps and you know I absolutely LOVE your work so this is bound to be great! Atta girl Dina!

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  2. Congratulations Dina!! They made such a great choice - your designs are phenomenal!! This water coloring is beautiful, and I love the dimension with the bird!!
    hugs, Jami

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  3. See, I knew we'd made a GREAT choice and this card shows just why you were picked! It's fabulous! Many congratulations again and welcome to our team :)

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  4. Congratulations! You deserve it as your work is awesome!

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  5. Way to go!! Can't wait to see what you create

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  6. Congratulations Dina!!!! May God continue to bless you with many creative ideas - Love the card!

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  8. Congrats Dina! I am so happy you are on board!! This card rocks and your fabulous coloring skills will no doubt make IO shine! Can't wait to get to know you better over the next few months! :-)

    p.s. Ok... that was me above. What did I do??? Hit delete!

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  9. Congratulations Dina!!!!
    God bless
    Giovana

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  10. You are a genius artist, so why shouldn't they pick you?! YAY!!! :-) You go, girl!

    LOVE the perspective in this beach-scene card!

    ~ dana c

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  11. So many great ones to choose from - I love the Birdhouse Full Sheet. I see myself using that alot.

    sullyscrapandstamp@hotmail.com
    sullyscrapandstamp.blogspot.com

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  12. Wooohoooo! I love IO stamps! Congrats! I bet they invite you to join them full-time! Your artwork is da bomb!

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  13. A huge congratulations, Dina!! You are immensely talented, girl...and I am so happy for you!!

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  14. Dina, Congratulations!!! You really rocked with this card and I can see why you were chosen!!

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  15. Congratulations!! I definately know why they overwhelmingly picked you!!! And I totally know how excited you must be :-) Yeah!!!

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  16. Congratulations!!!
    Couldn't happen to a nicer stamper!! I am glad they recognized your talent!

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  17. Congrats Dina!!! I know you will do a wonderful job.

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  18. Beautiful card! And CONGRATULATIONS!
    That is awesome news! So happy for you since it is something you really wanted!

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  19. Woot! How awesome :) I'm sending a package to your mom on Monday with some things in it for you :) I'm so excited for you! <>< Sue

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  20. WELCOME to the team, we're SOOO lucky to have you with us!!

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  21. That's very exciting for you. Congratulations on being chosen! Hope you have lots of fun doing it.

    Swedie

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  22. We're so glad to have you on the team!! Your coloring is simply beautiful and you make everything look stunning. Looking forward to getting to know you!

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