Monday, December 30, 2013

2013 in review

So fun to look back over this last year! Actually, it helped me to look back - I can't even believe how quickly this year has passed. Here are a few creative highlights.

January:
A new release of dkdesigns stamps debuted at the CHA Winter show in Anaheim...


February:
We started the Mix-Ability challenges at Splitcoaststampers... what a fun team experience and creative awakening for a group of ladies each week! Lydia says I was made for this challenge, and I agree - I have enjoyed growing as a mixed media artist this year and have learned so many things. This was my first challenge card:



March:
I made the decision to close my custom watermark business. I also began designing sentiment stamps for Flourishes! Here's the first set I collaborated on, called Old Tea Rose.



April:
This sweet set released at Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps:


May:
I had the fun opportunity to be a guest designer for Inky Antics - here's my favorite card! I developed a sort of obsession with Les Miserables this year, and this quote is a line from one of the songs.


This set released in May as well, a tribute to faraway friends. I have a lot of those! xo


June:
In June I started a new project - an altered hymn book. I wanted to express my heart, and also keep the words of the hymns readable. I haven't worked in it regularly, but I always enjoy the process when I do. Here's my favorite page so far:


July:
Some of my artwork was featured in an infomercial for Daily Window Products! You can view the video here. I also released a batch of new artwork through Impression Obsession at the CHA summer show:


... and this set through Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps:



August:
God Is was released as a companion to the silhouette set above:



September:
I launched the Pencil Basics online class! Over 50 students have signed up.


October:
October was full of fun challenges and work behind-the-scenes for Splitcoaststampers' Hope You Can Cling To card drive for breast cancer patients at MD Anderson in Houston. Here's a favorite card from the challenges.

 
November:
November found me working on a variety of projects behind-the-scenes - many of them top-secret, and some of them for local upcoming events (Christmas parties, graduation, and a wedding). It was a bit of a blur! Here's a favorite card I made for the Mix-Ability challenge during that time:


December:
With December came the announcement that I'll be joining the Splitcoaststampers team as Tutorial Coordinator and Artist in Residence! I'm thrilled and can't wait to get started 'officially' - I've been training all month behind the scenes.



What a year! Thanks for walking (did we walk?) through it with me - your comments and encouragement have meant so much! 
Thanks for stopping by!

13 comments:

  1. Fantastic review! I have watched you evolve over the years and can't wait to see what you do at SCS!!

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  2. Wonderful year end review! I have enjoyed getting to know you and your beautiful artistry this year! Can't wait to see what you create in 2014, SCS resident artist!!!!!

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  3. You do beautiful work Dina. It’s awesome to see your talents on so many levels! And of course I’m especially grateful for your awesome sentiments on our Flourishes designs :)

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  4. I am always amazed at the scope of your talents. Everything you share is just such a work of art, even though most of us won't reach that level, it gives us something to strive for.

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  5. Francie in Montreal12/31/2013 3:14 AM

    What a wonderful year 2013 was for you and us. Wishing you continued success, happiness, health and joy for the coming year.

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  6. Congratulations on a successful year. May you be blessed even more in 2014. Happy New Year to you and your family.

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  7. Congratulations on all your accomplishments. You deserve all the recognition you can get! You are one of my favorite artists and I subscribe to your blog so I don't miss a thing!

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  8. Dina congratulations on all your wonderful accomplishments.. I spotted your work on Mixability and just love what you do

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  9. Wow, how did I ever miss those wonderful western stamps in July!?! Western stamps are one of my favorite kind to collect and use. I know what will be on my next IO order!! :)

    When I read what a wonderfully productive year you had I am quite envious... I had to leave my teaching career many years too early due to a vision disability and I just feel like I'm only existing any more and not doing anything of worth.

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  10. What a great year and great designs! Congratulations on your new position. Happy New Year!

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  11. Love the cards and the stamps! Fabulous.

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  12. Hi Dina, I just wanted you to know how much I enjoy looking at all the cards you've made. You are such a very talented artist! Joyce Hall

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