tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837531667257524655.post1967528948014754235..comments2023-12-26T13:06:44.698+00:00Comments on Artful Evidence: Canvas - Fairies In The Garden & 30,000 Subscriber Give A WayRachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09435738921866119832noreply@blogger.comBlogger205125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837531667257524655.post-61343338221524842572013-10-17T22:08:49.571+01:002013-10-17T22:08:49.571+01:00Hi Rachel. I just found your youtubes a few weeks ...Hi Rachel. I just found your youtubes a few weeks ago and hav only watched a few. For what I have seen my fave is the spooky one with the Tim Holtz umbrella guy where you cut the umbrella off and put it upside down, reminding me there are many ways to use things. I love the blue and green in that piece ant the use of fibers, how the seemed to disappear...<br /><br />Everything I have seen you do is what I have dreamed of learning HOW to do!!<br /><br />I went to a mindfulness retreat at a spiritual center where everyone was "in Silence." In the hallways there was a Mixed Media exhibit by multiple artists, and I almost gave up my retreat for the exhibit! I had never seen such delights!<br /><br />My biggest thrill was being able to identify more than 10 items per canvas! <br /><br />Please keep doing what you do so people like me can learn and strive to be better than we are. But if at all possible, could you post a materials list in the video comments to assist in out efforts? <br /><br />Thanks again,<br />JJJ jezebelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01488686269959977302noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837531667257524655.post-2971294570739340802013-06-09T18:55:21.886+01:002013-06-09T18:55:21.886+01:00Hi Rachel! I didn't know you had a blog and i&...Hi Rachel! I didn't know you had a blog and i'm really happy you do! Your work is so beaultiful and creative! It's so good to have your cool and so special videos on youtube. Your art really inspires me a lot! Your work is totally "hors concours"!<br />Hugs from Brazil!<br />Beta carvalhoAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12454098320699019586noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837531667257524655.post-38104279639285682222013-06-08T20:47:09.243+01:002013-06-08T20:47:09.243+01:00Persistence is going to pay off. I've restyled...Persistence is going to pay off. I've restyled this post at least 5 times if not more. I know I'm too late for the drawing, darn it but I still wanted to share. I'm not sure how I missed it until now since I watch for your vids frequently. <br />First off I'm glad you're back! Your last work was titled "Life On Hold" so I'm hoping all is well with you. Thank you for sharing of your time and talents.<br />Why I subscribe: I like yor style, the way you present your videos, your versatility and talent. You've taught me techniques I now consider to part of my personal repertoire. You in fact changed my life! Now this may sound a bit melodramatic I'm sure but you we're the first mixed media artist that I had ever encountered and it was like a light bulb went on and all the culmination of things I like to do could be done TOGETHER! As well as you helped me branch out into new mediums. I was always afraid of paint, now it is one of the things I get the most joy out of which joy is the purpose of life if you ask me. I hope I don't sound like some nut case. Lol :) <br />My favorite like many have said is "Gothic Halloween" and many others. I lke the clay projects as well. Really there isn't one I don't like. <br />One thing I would like to see and hear more of is you. Maybe talking about the process in a voice over or an introduction at the beginning where we can see you. <br />I have one YouTube video I've done that I would like to share because I feel like it exists, in part because of you. If I forgot to credit you in the video it's because my memory is not what it used to be but you are still an undeniable part of it. http://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=g-like&v=-P_d2gQ5US4 I hope the link works. If not you can try to search for it by my name Lisa Richardson and the title "Time Flies On Wings Of Lightening". It's hard to find. I think I have a whopping 76 views now. Oh well.<br />In closing I'd like to say that my personal life has been difficult lately with the dissolving of a 27 year marriage with 4 children involved (2 grown) but that I have found peace through my art with your help. <br />Again thank you,<br />LisaLisa Richardsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13031067627104352736noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837531667257524655.post-23824406120309567202013-06-06T18:52:50.043+01:002013-06-06T18:52:50.043+01:00Hi Rachel, I have been a subscriber to your channe...Hi Rachel, I have been a subscriber to your channel for a long time, my favorite video is possibly the Steampunk Dragonflies one, I am really into mixed media art and have learnt so much from you, I enjoy your journal work immensely and would like to see more videos featuring that and of course your mixed media canvases which are superb, I love how you make your videos in a time lapse form with beautiful music to accompany them, it makes for very easy watching and listening and of course you list all of the materials that you have used on the video itself, I have many of the products that you use, I figure that if I buy the best then my work will stand a better chance of coming somewhere near decent, I could never hope to be the true artist that you are, it seems to flow from your hands so freely and watching you work is mesmerizing, one can lose oneself in your videos very easily and I watch them repeatedly to learn. I cannot begin to thank you enough for your tuition and your inspiration that you have given of so freely. Youtube and Ustream would be very empty places without you, I just need to see more of your work! I have been a follower of your blog for years too. <br /><br />Thank you for everything and please continue to do what you do.<br /><br />Hugs Jan xxx janhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11791304858602580389noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837531667257524655.post-41221068634185110222013-06-06T04:44:31.460+01:002013-06-06T04:44:31.460+01:00Congratulations on 30,000 subscribers! You are a ...Congratulations on 30,000 subscribers! You are a true talent. The first video I saw of yours was the Steampunk Dragonflies. After that I was hooked. I'm so glad to see you on YouTube again! Your work is amazing. I love watching what you do with a canvas! I also like some of the fast motion videos with the music. Always love your music. Hope to see more videos. Karen from Texas:)Meline.wallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17117884379796518924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837531667257524655.post-84258431853278853282013-06-05T23:48:27.720+01:002013-06-05T23:48:27.720+01:00My favorite video of yours and the one that made m...My favorite video of yours and the one that made me subscribe to your channel is the Gothic Halloween. As with so many of your projects, I kept wanting you to stop for fear that you would ruin it -- so many layers submerged beneath new ones, the palimpsest of art, which is what creates the amazing depth and plays of light and shadow – but the final result is always amazing.<br /><br />I also love Dance in the Rain, Life on Hold, and Home is Where the Heart Is. Anything you turn your heart and creativity to is wonderful, but I watch and re-watch your art journal pages. <br /><br />I write, draw, paint, and art journal. I am a retired literature teacher and editor, so now I have time to play in my studio with all the wonderful mediums and inspiring videos out there now. I started out with cards and ATCs, but now spend more time on mixed media and art journaling. The lovely thing is that all I’ve ever learned or dabbled in (be it fabric arts, literature, watercolors, etc.) can inform the next step in the artistic journey. And thank God for the Internet and YouTube that connects us all and allows creativity to burst forth like a desert after the spring rains.<br /><br />Deborahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12399778612730674599noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837531667257524655.post-91865460117349079652013-06-05T15:27:32.556+01:002013-06-05T15:27:32.556+01:00Beautiful canvas, love the colors and theme, I'...Beautiful canvas, love the colors and theme, I've learned so much from your videos, and am always inspired by your work.<br />1) I just recently subscribed to you channel, watched a lot of the videos and finally logged on to subscribe, I enjoy the way your videos are layed out, easy to follow and great to see the products used.Mixed Media Art Canvas Gothic Halloween, I think this is my fav, although it is hard to pinpoint one only.<br />2)Being fairly new to the Mixed Media I am open to anything that you do but i love the canvas work, leaves so much room for creativity.<br />3)I started out card making 6 yrs ago, one night I was up late looking at product and how to use it and stumbled across one of your videos, you were doing the Mixed Media Assemblage, I spent most of the night drinking coffee and watching your videos, went out and bought my first Golden product after that, funny how that grows.<br />Cheers and hope you have a great day from Dartmouth Nova ScotiaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15431127532857401263noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837531667257524655.post-17248393962381784482013-06-04T22:52:47.959+01:002013-06-04T22:52:47.959+01:00First of all, your work is very inspiring. I was c...First of all, your work is very inspiring. I was checking out videos for my first mixed media project inspiration, and none on you tube was more inspiring than yours, at least for me. I should say I adapted your dragonflies project in a mixed media project that I did recently. It was a big hit, the concept is amazing. And that is my favorite video from your channel.<br /><br />I am a lover of mixed media art work on canvasses and art journal pages and would love to see more videos on these lines. I paint using watercolors, acrylics and oils and I find it fun to mix media and work. Other work of art is equally interesting when you do it, primarily because of the way it is presented. I love your background music which keeps it more interesting. <br /><br />Your work has been inspirational to so many as is evident from the number of subscribers and the views. I am a big fan. no doubt. I do a lot of work on canvas usually 11x 14 or 8x10 for mixed media and your work is one of a kind inspiration to me always. I think your videos are very helpful to people like me who start off without attending any formal art courses, and are not familiar with the variety of material at the store available for enhancing art work. Kruthikahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03516547995853357571noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837531667257524655.post-6332677197757173942013-06-04T13:14:01.202+01:002013-06-04T13:14:01.202+01:00Thanks for the new video. I love watching you work...Thanks for the new video. I love watching you work. I have learned from you to make my own art work better by adding more and then a little more interest to a piece. I have several favorite videos gothic halloween, steampunk dragonflies, mixed media assemblage... I learn from every video you do and would welcome all types. Thanks again, Rach for sharing your art!Anniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02013632717028620190noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837531667257524655.post-71320110219313680902013-06-02T22:21:45.962+01:002013-06-02T22:21:45.962+01:00Hi!
1.I subscribe to your channel because I am sim...Hi!<br />1.I subscribe to your channel because I am simply amazed by the process of it all...I sit and watch you make something so beautiful and then you start adding more...and make it more beautiful! I've learned to no longer question you when you do that lol! It is so difficult to pick one video of yours I love, I have yet to be disappointed with any. I love your Mixed Media Assemblage videos.<br />2.I'm a big fan of your mixed media art, so I would have to say your canvas and 3D art videos are my favorite. <br />3. I'm still fairly new to crafting (less than a year) and when I saw your first video I showed my husband and told him "I want to create like that! I want to truly get my hands dirty and create". I really like how you do your videos...step-by-step, showing us what product you're using etc. <br /><br />Thank you so much for this giveaway! I would be THRILLED to have your art hanging in my home!!<br />Linda :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04145177658795864583noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837531667257524655.post-89775217809359843412013-06-02T20:18:27.356+01:002013-06-02T20:18:27.356+01:00Welcome back
#1. I have been watching you on you t...Welcome back<br />#1. I have been watching you on you tube for quite some time now but I wasn't into this big social media thing. However when I seen your mixed media videos I had to subscribe.(of course I had to ask my kids for help lol) I didn't even know that you had a blog or how to follow a blog until I seen"Fairies in the garden". I have yet to explore but looking forward to it.<br />#2. I would love to see more mixed media projects and techniques. You also inspired me to try my hand at an art journal so more of those too please.<br />#3. I am co-owner of Massillon Metaphysics. My sisters and I make and sell jewelry, gemstones and more. I found you because I was doing research on steampunk. I am so glad I found your channel. I want you to know that you have inspired not only me but my business partners to expand out of our artistic comfort zone. I suffer from MS and art/jewelry design is my stress release as well as an income. You have put the creative spark back into me. It excites me to know that you are back and will have more videos to inspire and teach people who just need that little nudge. I would not only loveto win "Fairies in the garden" but I would be honored! Thank you for sharing your talent and inspiring others.Creed's Creationshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12018295221567120415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837531667257524655.post-9616864389461948112013-06-02T07:24:23.036+01:002013-06-02T07:24:23.036+01:00I discovered your YT videos just poking around the...I discovered your YT videos just poking around the internet and proceeded to watch every one of them. Then you started Ustream and I loved it. I was just starting with mixed media so each episode was loaded with info for me. Your Ustream wasn't complete for me without hearing your neighbor's dog barking. You have yet to show something that I haven't enjoyed and come away with new knowledge. I love your small canvases and your journal pages. Seeing the layers being built and with which products and tools. I wouldn't miss one of your haul videos to save my life!I like to do mixed media, stamping and papercrafting. It is all a wonderful, magical place for me to go and I'm so glad you're part of it.<br />Thanks<br />MarjanMohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05668215235423228983noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837531667257524655.post-25228361103079858092013-06-01T21:59:07.323+01:002013-06-01T21:59:07.323+01:00Looking for mi ed media inspiration.Found your cha...Looking for mi ed media inspiration.Found your channel and immediately subscribed. I love all your videos. If you do any assemblage / drawer assemblage that would be something I would love to see. I am a collage and mixed media artist but need to continue go improve. Congratulations on your subscribers!<br />Donnajhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17785822973853045250noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837531667257524655.post-9333169748818971072013-06-01T07:24:42.578+01:002013-06-01T07:24:42.578+01:00Ive been a yt subbie for about a year now,and my f...Ive been a yt subbie for about a year now,and my favorite vids that stands out in my mind would be the steampunk dragonflies, im not sure if thats the vids name but its a. Mixed media canvas with clay dragonflies and lots of steampunk goodness. <br />Im into mixed media now,not just watching but actually making :-) i do love ur canvases so i guess more of that with clay. Oh yeah i also liked the shadow boxes u linked together.ur awesome! !dbbutterfly30https://www.blogger.com/profile/00940109834430500500noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837531667257524655.post-81211530291074989212013-06-01T04:26:26.968+01:002013-06-01T04:26:26.968+01:00Like your other subscribers, I have followed your ...Like your other subscribers, I have followed your work for a long time and you are so inspirational. Your videos always leave me with so many ideas and challenges. Although I've never seen one of your videos I didn't like, my favorites are those on altered 3D art and mixed media. I was really inspired by your faux cloisonné and foil tape work. Those videos started me down lots of new paths. I make Steam Punk jewelry and would love to see you do more mixed media work with foils, textured metal and UTEE.<br />Congratulations on your 30,000 subscriptions. You deserve thanks from all of us for your inspiration and hard work.<br />Lynnette Lewis Lynnette Lewishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15381226118587170907noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837531667257524655.post-48487105281136665922013-05-31T18:28:33.788+01:002013-05-31T18:28:33.788+01:00Hi Rachel. Congratulations on 30k subscribers, alt...Hi Rachel. Congratulations on 30k subscribers, although I must say I'm not surprised. I am a subscriber because watching you at work is so captivating and inspiring. It is such a motivation to see your visions come to life. You are, by far, my favorite mixed media artist on YouTube. You are responsible for inspiring me to delve into the world of mixed media art and I can't thank you enough, especially since I've now found a way to utilize all the thousands of supplies I have hoarded in my room. :) It's hard for me to pick one favorite piece of artwork, as I enjoy them all. One of the key projects to catch my attention was your altered bottle project. I've never seen anyone alter a bottle before and I enjoyed watching your technique. I made one myself but it didn't turn out as nice as yours. :) Another favorite of mine is the French Connection piece, as I liked watching that one come together.<br />I love watching any videos you make, from the altered art pieces to hauls, and journal pages to canvases. I'd love to see a few videos on how you come up with your ideas and where you draw inspiration from. Sometimes I have all the materials, but a hard time visioning my starting point. At least I have your videos to turn to for techniques and more creative brainstorming.<br />Thank you so much for this wonderful opportunity to win one of your beautiful masterpieces. I look forward to watching more of your videos and reading your blog. Thanks for all the inspiration, thus far. :)<br />Monica (mosartisan)Monicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14676033277872067198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837531667257524655.post-84661814515722922092013-05-31T15:29:08.974+01:002013-05-31T15:29:08.974+01:00Rachel
I discovered you last year and I'm so g...Rachel<br />I discovered you last year and I'm so glad I did. Until I had watched one of your videos I didn't understand what mixed media was, now I'm hooked. You have given a 'quite mature' woman a new outlook. Your Metal Tape video had inspired me to the point where I used your idea to create some personalised birthday cards for male friends and relations. The friend is an artist and he was over the moon with his unique card - it still sits on his desk in his office in Edinburgh. My 'hard to please' brother was very impressed, all thanks to you and your fabulous talent. Sometimes I sit and watch you just for the pleasure of seeing you create something. If only I was half as talented.<br />A good friend and I have started journalling so a few more journal pages would certainly help with our creativeness, otherwise just keep them coming because whatever you do, you do it brilliantly.<br />Were I be lucky enough to win your canvas it would make my year.<br />Keep it up.<br />Katy<br />xxxkasuggahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07923318422872694317noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837531667257524655.post-12264716211138853102013-05-31T04:30:57.897+01:002013-05-31T04:30:57.897+01:00Dear Rachel,
I have been watching you and drooling...Dear Rachel,<br />I have been watching you and drooling for some years now. I don't know anyone that has your talent. It seems to just ooze out of you. I don't have a favorite piece that you have done because I am awestruck by all of them. I wish I had 1/10th of your talent. I do love mixed media and the more I see I am I am more inspired. I am just getting into Gelli art with a gel printing plate, so if you are into it I would like to see what you do with it. <br />You keep me peaceful. Thankyou.Chris Arlingtonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01720656339448063752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837531667257524655.post-13350551875552470092013-05-30T21:58:54.321+01:002013-05-30T21:58:54.321+01:00Hi Rach,
I love watching your videos because you...Hi Rach, <br />I love watching your videos because you are so creative and make me want to make something beautiful.<br />I first found your YT from watching other peoples channels. Also you are highly recommended by the ladies out there.<br />I enjoy seeing you create all things...altered art, mixed media, shabby chic stuff, anything that can make my heart sing.<br />Congrats on your subbies. You deserve it.<br />Hugs,<br />Cheryl<br />angelbug56Cherylhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10039066394032514332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837531667257524655.post-50546212291883028912013-05-30T21:42:24.583+01:002013-05-30T21:42:24.583+01:00Hi Rach, your vids are a real inspiration and I wa...Hi Rach, your vids are a real inspiration and I watch them and your Ustream again and again, I think my favorite is the Halloween Art Tag, hmm I love that you do so many different things but I really love the punky funky Stampotique images. I would just like to add a big thank you, I have tried many of the techniques you have shown and I feel my own art has taken huge steps forward because of you. Congratulations on your 30000 you deserve every single one of them.<br />Corinahttp://tafitadesigns.blogspot.nl/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837531667257524655.post-32832535991533010032013-05-30T20:54:21.799+01:002013-05-30T20:54:21.799+01:00My daughter and I stumbled upon your channel today...My daughter and I stumbled upon your channel today! We have watched several videos and just love the bright colors! We would love to see more videos, plain and simple! The Mixed Media Page video is cool. My kiddo liked the 3 girls on the page. I liked the tree branch stamp. We are starting small with just a few stamps and some acrilic paint and some simple paint brushes, but we love what we are doing now and being as creative as possible!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06718752439268164764noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837531667257524655.post-433941687649239192013-05-30T14:52:34.834+01:002013-05-30T14:52:34.834+01:00Love the colors in your canvas, and the fairies qu...Love the colors in your canvas, and the fairies quote is wonderful! <br /><br />I subscribed to your channel because I loved your color choices, texture and the depth all your layers give to the work. I'm a new subscriber, so don't have a favorite video yet.<br /><br />Polymer clay work is a favorite of mine, but anything with lots of texture and great colors is wonderful. <br /><br />Thanks for the chance to win!sandysewinhttp://keepsakecrafts.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837531667257524655.post-72627912329417277712013-05-29T22:48:11.206+01:002013-05-29T22:48:11.206+01:00Hi Rachel - very many congratulations on this mile...Hi Rachel - very many congratulations on this milestone. You completely deserve it. I've been constantly checking your blog and you tube hoping for you to post something so it was a big YAY from me to see the fairy picture. To answer the questions:<br />1) I love watching your videos - I stumbled across them randomly and loved what I was seeing so added you to my subscriptions. What I love about your channel is not just the amazing art work but also your generosity in sharing your work and showing us step by step how you did the projects. Also the fact that you list and do close ups of the products used. You're a fantastic teacher. I also like how watchable the videos are, they seem well edited. This also keeps me watching - there's no long drawn out silences - they're never tedious because you get to the point. It's hard to pick a favourite video but I think it has to be the spooky one with the umbrella man and spiders - genius.<br />2) I'm happy to see any of your videos - I just get inspiration from all your work so from my point of view I just like to see what is inspiring you at the time and what you've chosen to share with us. If I had to choose I guess I enjoy the mixed media stuff best so would like to see more of that, but it's all enjoyable.<br />3) My creativity has always mainly been expressed in textiles but I've recently started dabbling in mixed media work (the results of which are a amateurish but I have fun doing it). The creative project that I'm most proud of recently is a fairy house that I'm building for my little granddaughter Ada to play with when she comes to my house. I have no idea where the inspiration came from but it's causing my imagination to run riot and I'm loving it (if you're interested in seeing pics they are on the facebook page 'Handmade in Pompey').<br />Your videos are just amazing and inspirational Rach, thanks so much for all the wonderful sharing, and very many congratulations on having such a big following all over the world. Warm wishes, Ceri from Portsmouth.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10663998579115423267noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837531667257524655.post-39671280698382498032013-05-29T22:32:59.370+01:002013-05-29T22:32:59.370+01:00I think I subscribed to your channel in February &...I think I subscribed to your channel in February '13. I was looking for samples/tutorials of art journaling, a new love of mine, as well as samples/tuts of mixed media. I came across your Art Journal page - Life On Hold. You made it look so easy, but so beautifully done. I've learned so much from your videos. Before I subscribe to a channel, I always have a peek at other videos. Your Steampunk Dragonflies and your Gothic Halloween got me hooked. I watch every new video and older vids as time allows. Your 3D mixed media pieces are my fav, but I can't pick a favorite single vid/item. Your latest seems to become my new fav. Your Fairies in the Garden is so enchanting and whimsical and I love it. By far I love your 3D mixed media vids the best. Only thing to add is that though I enjoy your pizzeria background music, I'd like to hear you mix it up a little on your longer videos. After a few minutes, I crave pizza so bad and I'm gluten and dairy free! LOL! Otherwise, I love your work and how you make it seem that I too could make beautiful pieces using your techniques. Thanks so much for sharing!!!Michelle Grayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16076914800438903785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1837531667257524655.post-66396512400088650792013-05-29T15:30:39.853+01:002013-05-29T15:30:39.853+01:00Rach any current video that you produce is my favo...Rach any current video that you produce is my favorite...I would love to see more of your art journal work...thank you for taking the time to make these videos to share with us and help inspire us. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com