...and a few that contain 'houses' for different occasions!
One of the artists who has contributed regularly to these post featuring GCU artists who use traditional methods, suggested that our next theme should be 'cottages'. (I wonder if you'll be able to guess who it was!). But to allow more people to participate, I broadened the theme to include any cards to do with moving house and also any that include a house or cottage, no matter what the occasion.
So this time we have an even wider variety than usual for you to enjoy! Please click on the cards to see them full-size -
Cathie Richardson
http://www.greetingcarduniverse.com/cgs
Ana Ferreira
Alison Kolesar
Bambi Papais
http://artist.greetingcarduniverse.com/bambiscardstore
Lynda Linke
http://www.greetingcarduniverse.com/LyndaLinkeProductions
Judy Adamson
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One of the artists who has contributed regularly to these post featuring GCU artists who use traditional methods, suggested that our next theme should be 'cottages'. (I wonder if you'll be able to guess who it was!). But to allow more people to participate, I broadened the theme to include any cards to do with moving house and also any that include a house or cottage, no matter what the occasion.
So this time we have an even wider variety than usual for you to enjoy! Please click on the cards to see them full-size -
Cathie Richardson
http://www.greetingcarduniverse.com/cgs
Watercolour and Ink
Ana Ferreira
Watercolour
Judith Cheng
Watercolour
Alison Kolesar
Collages made with handpainted (watercolour) pieced paper
(Background and greeting added digitally)
Diana Ting Delosh
Watercolour and Ink
Lisa Charlton
Aqua (Acrylic and Watercolour blend)
(Also available for apartments etc)
An updated version of the traditional Chinese Plum blossom painting. Plum blossom is one of the most beloved flowers in China.They bloom most vibrantly amidst the winter snow, after most other plants have shed their leaves, and before other flowers appear. They are seen as an example of resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity.
Candace J Hardy
http://artist.greetingcarduniverse.com/candacejhardy
Lyn Hamer Cook
Acrylics on Canvas Diana Liu
Watercolour and Ink
An updated version of the traditional Chinese Plum blossom painting. Plum blossom is one of the most beloved flowers in China.They bloom most vibrantly amidst the winter snow, after most other plants have shed their leaves, and before other flowers appear. They are seen as an example of resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity.
Candace J Hardy
http://artist.greetingcarduniverse.com/candacejhardy
Watercolor
Bambi Papais
http://artist.greetingcarduniverse.com/bambiscardstore
Watercolour
http://www.greetingcarduniverse.com/LyndaLinkeProductions
Brushtip Markers and Coloured Pencils
Raina
Michele Naquaiya
Watercolour
Handpainted Paper Collage
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21 comments:
Very pretty cards! :-0
Thank you, Crystal.
GCU is going through all the cards, removing ones they deem 'unmarketable' and 'hand drawn' tops the list of likely candidates. But I can't imagine that any of these would fall under the 'unmarketable' label.
Thank you so much for giving traditional artists this exposure. I doubt that the general public knows what time and effort goes into these creations. Look forward to the next hand painted challenge.
Wonderful post, Judy. These cards are all very charming and beautiful.
Thanks for sharing them.
Cindy
This post has been total eye candy for me. I just love hand painted artwork and really enjoyed this. You are to be commended. I never knew that hand painted cards were the least popular. You learn one unpleasant thing every day by reading. Thanks Judy.
Thank you all for your kind comments :)
Michele, I don't know that hand painted cards are in fact the least popular; it's just that 'hand drawn' came at the top of the list, though some will be deemed good enough to keep. Difficult to see where the reviewers will draw the line though.
I was not thinking in terms of GCU standards, I was thinking the statement you made applied to hand drawn cards in the greeting card industry, and how they held up to vector drawings or photography. Easy to misinterpret many things via messages on the internet.
Oh yes, it's all too easy to get crossed wires! I know of one large UK publisher who only takes handpainted - no computer input at all, not even for the lettering and there are plenty of smaller publishers who specialise in handpainted designs and 'Art Cards'.
I don't think any of the artists in this post has to worry about being chopped from GCU. And I don't think that GCU has it in for traditional artists - just non-artists that think anyone can call themselves an artists. I know I've now opened myself wide for crit. But being an artist that has reached commercial standards doesn't imply years of schooling or training it just means an artist whose work has reached that commercial level from years of practice doing and yes sometimes even schooling. I think if you were to scan the internet you will see plenty of "art" being sold on GCU and other POD's where as unkind as it is you may think to yourself -"they got nerve" -and "will someone actually buy it?l" - really.
The point is -is it "marketable art". For example: When I 1st started on GCU their was a Parent who started a store posting his kids art. These kids were not art prodigies. And no the parent was not an exceptional designer and did not do clever things to elevate toddler's art. So while he/she thought this was great fun - I think the only 1 who thought to buy these cards might be relatives or friends of this family. This type of amateurism is what I believe GCU is trying to curb. The key is marketable art.
Nice blog!! Even a published artist, whether traditional or computer, can have artwork rejected from time to time. Be bold.... just keep creating!!
Hi Di and Bambi - thank you for your comments and yes, Di, I have thought what you suggested :)
I'm not actually worried about rejection on my own behalf these days - I'm old enough and ugly enough to take it with a pinch of salt - unless a large sum of money is involved!!!
But there are artists who are now really suffering and losing confidence because of this move and I've explained why I think it's so unfair on the thread where I advertised this blog post. I never intended it to become yet another discussion thread, but I was asked directly why I was so negative about it so I've replied.
Anyway, I think we've had a smashing turn-out this time and thank you all for your contributions!
Thanks Judy, for your time, kindness and for such wonderful promo. Such fine company we are all in! However, I must disagree with you on some of your comments...... You are not old and definately not ugly either. Smiles, Lisa
Thank you, Lisa - I feel really pleased to have been able to collect together such a wealth of talent. And even more pleased that, in the nick of time, someone posted a workaround that enabled me to publish this post at all! :)
So thank you, everyone - and Smiles all round!
Judy, Very nice collection! I would love to live in any of these cottages. I really like the bird houses.
Hi Jean - thank you!
I agree, those bird houses are particularly sweet :)
what a lovely collection! Very unique, remarkable and thoughtful...
Thank you, WebbieLady!
Thank you so much for including my dog in the blankets pic, Judy! It's so good of you to take the time and do these fab posts.
You're welcome, Susan, and I enjoy seeing such a great collection of handpainted designs!
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Thank you, Shawn - glad you found it interesting :)
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