I just wanted to use Wendy's fairy brushes

[Robyn]

It's just a bit of frivolous nonsense really, but I wanted to use Wendy's fairy brushes in something other than my fairytale creations. Hope you like it.

http://www.pixentral.com/hosted/19wGVHyfPhdK8oBl7gJKHfmBdeCX0_thumb.jpg (http://www.pixentral.com/show.php?picture=19wGVHyfPhdK8oBl7gJKHfmBdeCX0)

[CVaz]

Robyn,

That is very nice!

I have been thinking and thinking about what I could use the fairy brushes for and I took some pictures this morning of some flowers my 4 year old son brought me. I was going to create something with those.

[kevq]

Robyn,
as usual quite delightful!!
You're the Fairy Queen.
Kev:) :) :)

[kimi_boo]

Robyn of course it is Fantastic but can I make a suggestion??

Why don't you put a wand in her hand and a sparkle on the flower.

[Robyn]

Thanks guys.

Kimi.........GREAT suggestion. The obvious doesn't always occur to me. :o

Here it is with the wand and sparkle......looks heaps better.......thanks.

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[kimi_boo]

:D :D :D

I feel like we are trained here to only say nice things and I was actually scared to offer my suggestion. It looks wonderful! Now is that a textured background??

[Robyn]

Kimi.....

speaking for myself, I REALLY APPRECIATE suggestions. Never be afraid to offer me suggestions or criticisms.....it's the only way I will progress.


Yes the background is psd file I have of some bark on a tree in our local city park.

Thank you once again Kimi......your help is appreciated.

[Wendy]

Oh I do so want to look but Pixentral is going very slow and I can't view images at the moment ... I will take a look in the morning :)

Wendy

[lindajay]

Me too, Wendy. I can't even see the thumbnail :confused: I'll check back later.

[Wendy]

Robyn ...

Oh I can see it now ... its really delightful.

... and that sparkle on the magic wand just finishes it off :)

Wendy

[karen donnybrook]

Robyn,

That is magical, especially with the wand and sparkle.

Karen

[lindajay]

Robyn, I came back to see if it was visible this morning -- and it was! It's really a beauty. You just keep coming up with better and better images! Good work.

[Robyn]

Thank you Wendy, Karen and Linda for your kind comments, but to be honest it was just a quickie that I didn't think was all that good. :o I'm feeling very frustrated at the moment with my lack of original ideas. I'm so inspired by the beautiful original work that Terry does......and think why can't I come up with something like that. I think it's my 'destiny' to be a follower rather than a leader. :)

Another thing that is frustrating me and I just have to get it off my chest. Do any of you get PMs from people asking how you do things. You go to a lot of trouble to send back a comprehensive and hopefully helpful answer. Does anyone ever reply and say thanks for that............NO!

Or dear......'they' will be ringing me up soon and asking me to appear on "Grumpy Old Women"! :D I'm sounding like an ideal candidate aren't I!!

[kimi_boo]

Just in case one of them was me... Thank you Robyn for all of your help on what looks like it will be a very long journey. :D :D

[NMarti]

Robyn
I think you need to follow your own heart and do what is YOU! You have done some incredible work and I know, speaking for myself, when I try to copy someone else's work I end up frustrated because I can't do it. The more frustrated I get the more mental block I get. I can admire their work but just don't have the feel for that particular technique or emotion in the work. I try to force myself to learn at least one new technique a week and make something using it so I practice and drive it into my brain. I didn't want to try scrapbooking because it was for "bored old housewives" (see my other post in this thread for a good laugh). Well - I learned that it was NOT for them and that I really do enjoy doing it. Now I can use each skill learned to create new papers or embellishments which in turn create beautiful collages of work showcasing not only the photograph but the other skills in creating embellishments or blends or whatever. Each little piece of someone else you pick up becomes part of you and your work.

What I'm trying to say Robyn is there is no need for you to be a follower because you DO have the skills to be a leader. Look how many people try to copy your stained glass. Don't sell yourself short. You are VERY, VERY good!

[Wendy]

Hey Robyn ...

Whenever you say about lacking creative ideas it always surprises me ... because you do such great things. Creativity is in all of your images !!

... and the idea of you on Grumpy Old Women oh my you are just far too nice for that :)

Wendy

[Robyn]

No Kimi.......DEFINITELY not you.

Thank you Nancy and Wendy. You are so kind and encouraging. Nancy I like your idea about forcing yourself to learn one new skill each week......as you say who knows where it may end. I need to get a more positive attitude, "pull my finger out", and get on with it. Watch out.........here I come! :D :)

EDIT........think I was having a "feel sorry for Robyn moment" last night........just needed a good kick you know where!

[Tom K]

Robyn, your latest image is really pretty, I like it.

Your work is inspired, I have told you before that I envy your talent
and creativity and I mean it. I also know that at times a person can get worn down and feel that nothing is right, Don't let that happen...

You have many friends here and we all appreciate friendship.. besides we don't need any more grumpy old ladies .... Tom:)

[Robyn]

Ah Tom............you are a sweetie.............I promise I won't get grumpy any more! :D

[kayser]

Robyn- I echo Nancy's post- you have talent! I guess we all have trouble seeing the good things about ourselves. I had to laugh about the PMs asking for help and then getting no thanks. I can't say my inbox is flooded for questions about my work, but I have gotten a few questions. The first time was a thrill- someone actually wanted to know something from ME! Probably the truth was they were sending out to PMs to a bunch of people...:)

Oh, and this fairy image is very nice, I especially like the added sparkle and wand. It's nice when someone makes a suggestion that adds to your work. AND, you could do it in a snap. My husband sometimes looks at my work and says, "Couldn't you..." And I'm sure SOMEONE could...

[Robyn]

The first time was a thrill- someone actually wanted to know something from ME! Probably the truth was they were sending out to PMs to a bunch of people...:).

Now Kay.......talk about putting oneself down!! :)

I wouldn't exactly say that my in-box is flooded with requests either.

But thank you very much for your vote of confidence. You are just part of a group of very nice supportive people on this forum.

[juneandbob]

Robyn. I am not qualified to give advice in this forum,but I pride myself in knowing quality when i see it, and you, a person from down under, have this quality." in spades". I know how you felt. I feel that way alot around here. Theres so much to learn,so little time to do it. so to quote you"GET ON WITH IT!":) boB

[NRiceDesigns]

Yeah, Robyn... you're right. You have absolutely zero creativity. Here's proof. (the last scrapbook kit you submitted)
http://www.pixentral.com/show.php?picture=1mLWJvpHFbUDgcq7xXnUkyRVe6b21

Seriously, you're one of the best Robyn... you just need self-confidence. If I had half your creativity, I'd open a studio.

[mel]

I think it's my 'destiny' to be a follower rather than a leader. :)



Just remember Robyn to alot of newbies you look like a 'leader' and not a follower. I am sure that there are alot of people that see your images and get ALOT of inspiration from it.......I am one of them ;)

Take credit for the beautiful work you do and be proud of it, because I know that there are quite a few people who would be wondering - "how does she do that?" :)

[mel]

Or dear......'they' will be ringing me up soon and asking me to appear on "Grumpy Old Women"! :D I'm sounding like an ideal candidate aren't I!!

I saw this show for the first time in Australia and laughed my butt off :D :D

They don't show it on TV here and I really miss watching it :(

[mel]

Oops....

Almost forgot to compliment on your fairy image.....the magic wand and sparkle do really finish it off nicely :)

[Wendy]

Mel ...

They have a UK version of Grumpy Old Women and Grumpy Old Men :eek: :) :)

Wendy

[Robyn]

Wendy......yes, we get both Grumpy Old women and Grumpy Old Men here. I love it.......but I guess I'm at the right age to appreciate it.

Thank you to all you wonderful people who have given me such lovely encourgaing comments. I am just so privileged to be part of this great community here on the forum.....and seriously......I promise not to be grumpy anymore. If I ever tend to go that way again.......somebody please kick me in the backside and put me out of my misery! :D :D

[mel]

Mel ...

They have a UK version of Grumpy Old Women and Grumpy Old Men :eek: :)

Wendy

Well the version that I saw was from the UK. We receive BBC 1 and BBC 2 over here on TV and I keep checking the tv guide to see if it's on, but I haven't been lucky yet. It's such a funny show and the things that come up are so 'everyday life' kind of stuff that we all encounter :D ;)

[Wendy]

Hi Mel ...

Its not on at the moment ... be no doubt it will be back soon. I'll let you know if I spot it :)

Wendy

[mel]

Thanks Wendy that'd be great :)

Is it usually on BBC 1 or BBC 2, because if it is then I can watch it.

[Diana]

Robyn,

I just saw this font, "Fairy Dust," on this web page and it made me think of you.

http://www.specialtyfonts.com/pers/fontsE-F.htm

Diana

[Robyn]

Thanks Diana...........I'm off now to check it out.

[mayva]

Diana and Robyn

I could not download the "Fairydust Font" from that site but I did find a site that where I could. If your having the same problem I hope this will help.

http://www.fairycottage.co.uk/fairies/fonts.htm

[Diana]

Thanks, Mayva, that looks like a great site for "all things fairy."

Diana

[kimi_boo]

A favorite font of mine is... Beyond Wonderland. :D

http://www.pixentral.com/hosted/15FlcpQa7d5jychJDiqrXEJK5kyMc_thumb.jpg (http://www.pixentral.com/show.php?picture=15FlcpQa7d5jychJDiqrXEJK5kyMc)

[Wendy]

Kimi ...

Oh please stop tempting me :D :D

Wendy

[CajunAmber]

Wow.. I love it.... Im new to pse 5...hopefully one day I could learn to do things like that!!!