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GypsyOwl Artwork Journey
Creating Art has been a GIMP & GO experience every day. I share my work and how it is used for great product design. Workshop information - How To Use GIMP for more than just artwork. Resources for artists and more.
My artwork is a combination of photography and my love of nature. I am a phtographer, and an artist. That is how I began creating photo art. I love to create digital artwork because it requires less space without losing the creativity nurturing that is very important to me. The effort that I put into it results in beautiful work as well.
I love to paint, draw, color, take photos, create digital art, and I also take my creativity into other areas such as cooking, sewing, writing, and teaching others how to nurture their creativity.
I will share my work, some of the techniques I use, how I use that work to create exceptional product designs, and how you can begin to explore this wonderful medium as well.
GypsyOwl's Studio & Gifts
GypsyOwl's Studio & Gifts is my showcase for Art done on the PC. I use GIMP software to create Art and then apply them to the products. The result is a stunning presentation of Great Gift Ideas for family, friends, and yourself. I also create Business Logo products.Istarted creating artwork on my pc because at the time I didn't have the resources to create a space with supplies to paint. My preferred medium is acrylic on canvas. Once I realized how much fun digital art can be, I continued to work with it long after I acquired paints and a work space.
GIMP is a wonderful software that is available online. With a little practice it can surpass any other software I have used when it comes to creating original artwork.
Photos can be touched up, used to set the color scheme of the work (for example; using a photo as bucket fill and using it for your pallete), or used to create movies (slideshows of art make great gifts), photo albums (send by email or copy upload to your favorite photo printing service) and much more. The most unique features of the software come into play when I am creating something from scratch.
About two years ago I started putting together a workshop to share the techniques that I use to create the artwork. I continue to share the results of that project about twice a year. The next session is scheduled for the beginning of July.
Join the Group if you would like to participate in the Summer Session of GypsyOwl's Nurture Your Creativity - GIMP for Beginner's group.
It is free, fun, and will provide you with the skills to move on to future workshops. Make your own artwork to customize gifts!
Designs Made with GIMP - Gallery Information
Artwork Created with the GIMP software - Product designs using GIMP artwork.
This photo is one of my favorites. Visit my zazzle gallery to see more.
I Love The Oceanside
When I was a little girl, my grandfather would take me to the coast in the Santa Cruz, CA area. I remember even then having the sense that every problem one might ever encounter could be solved simply by sitting in the sand and listening to the waves. I still feel that way.
GypsyOwl Seaside Rocks
I Love Owls & I Love Butterflies
I have an owl friend who lives in my yard. I should say that I live in a yard that an owl friend allows me to roam freely on her turf. I am honored to have the opportunity to listen to Owl Songs and to catch a glimpse of the seasonal Baby Owl Flying Lessons.
Delightful butterflies, cardinals, hummingbirds, and more can be found in my backyard. I created the following design after I saw a butterfly who looked like an owl. I have not identified it yet. This is a whimsical abstract I designed after coming face to face with the Owl Butterfly. If you know what I saw, please pass on your knowledge to me. I would really love to know more about it.
Autumn Butterfly
These items are examples of product designs using GIMP artwork.
Take a very close look at the following designs. You will notice that each of them takes on the look of 'texture'. They are all artwork. I remember when I first created the Beads & Yarn Journal, I recieved a lot of questions about how it was made. The notes asked what kind of stones and fabrics I used. These are one dimensional images of artwork I have created using GIMP.
For a closer look at the designs, click through to the galleries,
CafePress
and
Zazzle.
and you will have the opportunity to see them close up.
Please feel free to direct design questions to me on the
GypsyOwl's Art Workshop Group Guest Book.
The next workshop will begin in July 2008.
How I use GIMP Designs
I also create designs for dozens of other products, business cards, logos, web graphics, and have galleries at
CafePress
and
Zazzle.
My photography can be seen at
One stop royalty-free photo library for designers who want to create content with stunning quality and intriquing images.
More Designs Made with GIMP for Product Designs
As you can see, small projects or very large (pendants or large framed prints), are possible using this medium. The Brush & Pallete Large Framed Print is a very popular design. I created it in tiny segments (much in the way that impressionists worked). I have to say that it is one of my favorites as well.
GIMP Designs for Web Page Graphics & Logos
What Inspires Me?
Nature is one of the most inspirational factors in my artwork.
Walking around in my back yard with my camera!
Because
no matter what time of year I roam around out there
I will find the most beautiful wildflowers and butterfies to take pictures of.
I have been asked what inspires my artwork. The answer is simple. Nature is one of the most inspirational factors in my artwork. Any time of year I can find the most beautiful gifts of nature all around my yard and everywhere I go.
What inspires you?
I would love to hear all about the things that inspire you to nuture your creativity. Please share in my Guest Book. I am looking forward to hearing about what inspires you and how you make time to nurture your creativity.
Nurture Your Creativity
The GypsyOwl's Nurture Workshops center on nurturing creativity, spirituality and holistic wellness through artistic expression.
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Sunrise Melody
GypsyOwl's Yard at Sunrise
Get a cup of tea or coffee and sit with me on my front porch. We will watch the sunrise together.
I was outside before the sun came up one morning in early May. I was noticing how beautiful the trees looked standing tall alongside the path that leads to the inner circle of nature's untouched habitat.
I grabbed my camera and set the dial to 'motion and sound'. Then I stood as silently as I could watching the sun peek out from behind the trees. The birds were singing, small droplets of dew falling from the branches into tiny puddles, and the glow of a new day was astonishing.
I hope that you will watch (approx 3 minutes) and let yourself visualize that you are sitting with me on the porch watching Nature in all Her Glory. Let yourself breathe deeply and find the peace and comfort of sunrise and the melody that is sure to transform any stress into joy and peace.
Virtual Quilt Block Project - Featured Lens List
Build a Lens just for the Virtual Quilt Project Group and This banner will be on your lens!
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Virtual Quilt Block Lens One
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This lens will showcase my first set of Virtual Quilt Blocks for the Virtual Quilt Block Project. These designs use a dozen or so different techniques in GIMP. I will present another Quilt Block Lens soon that will showcase Quilt Blocks that are cre...
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Virtual Quilt Project - Covenant House Charity - Squidoo Group Project
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If you have hesitated to join this project for any of the reasons I have recently become aware of... let me put your mind at ease. Look at any lens you have ever created and look at the 'introduction module photo'. THAT could be your quilt block. ...
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Fun Designs - More creations using GIMP
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Workshop OPEN. This is the second GIMP lens* to explore the capabilites of the application and to share some tips to using features in the program. I will show you step by step how to create the 'Flower and Bee' image. We will also create a banner. *...
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Floral Graphics
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GIMP Tutorial Group Lens. A showcase of my floral graphic designs. Examples of photographs used to create photo art. Discriptions of applications used to create the photo art work. Suggestions for design applications (product suitability), as well as...
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GIMP By The Yard - More Great GIMP Designs
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GIMP Tutorial Group Lens. Ingredients: Nature, camera, pc, GIMP, and lots of imagination! This lens will showcase more great GIMP graphic design and photo art. Some great tips for how to create your own images, and lots of fun. GIMP TUTORIAL Partici...
More About The Virtual Quilt Block Project
GypsyOwl
The Virtual Quilt Project Group. Quilts are a symbol of love, comfort, security, and healing. Enter your quilt block lens and help us to create a virtual quilt as well as raise awareness for Covenant House.
Each member will complete a virtual quilt block during the workshop and may submit as many blocks as desired.
...even a recipe card image (example: Recipe for Chicken Soup or Recipe for Nurturing, etc), can be a Virtual Quilt Block centerpiece.
Create a lens about your block and it can be submitted to the group.
Join the Virtual Quilt Project
To Benefit Covenant House Charity
The final project (complete collection of FEATURED quilt blocks will be set to a poster design and sent to Covenant House (along with any funds that are generated for them through the quilt block project).
GypsyOwl is dedicated to helping people find their passion(s), and express them, to promote healing, increased energy, and vitality.
If you think your lens will help anyone learn something about creativity and will inspire them to create Lets Feature it at the Group Headquarters!
Join the Group (submit the lens) and contact me with the link to your lens.
Join the Virtual Quilt Project
To Benefit Covenant House Charity
What Inspires You?
Thank You for Stopping By... Please Sign my Guest Book
~GUESTBOOK~
What Inspires You?
I am always delighted to hear from readers. Let me know what you think, share your story about art, what is your favorite way to nurture your creativity?
Terrifc lens, you have put together a nice collection of art, photos, video, and words. Thanks!
Posted July 05, 2008
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Wordilydoc
Hi nice lens. I am also a lover of art you seem to really do well with patterns. Keep up the good work. Posted July 02, 2008 |
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KonaGirl
Fabulous lens! A definite 5 stars should be 10. Loved your website too. I would love to join your workshop. I don't have a lens on art work and it looked like a prerequisite to join the group. Please contact me about the workshop. Posted June 30, 2008 |
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Serenity_Prayer_Gifts
Beautiful! Thanks for your kind comments and for sharing! :-) Posted June 20, 2008 |
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Jewelsofawe
cool lens.. Posted May 14, 2008 |
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eccles1
Nice lens ! Posted May 13, 2008 |
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bdkz
Awesome lens. Great job. 5 Stars! Posted May 12, 2008 |
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CrypticFragments
hi GypsyOwl my favorite owl! Posted May 03, 2008 |
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