In the early winter 16 artists worked on the theme of Marie Antoinette. inspired by the recent movie and all it's wonderful, opulent imagery - the inspiration was easy to find. Lynne Perrella and I organized a little zine for the participating artist. Lynne is a master of such things and such a delight to work with. She held my hand through the process and totally kept the inspiration flowing. (sorry gang there aren't any other copies of the zine) I wanted to share some of that project with you here. It was a wonderful experience and so many artists made amazing little bundles of goodness that the zine arrived with. I will post more of the zine this week. The following pics are some of my contributions. Since I was lucky enough to get the files in order for printing I had a chance to play around with some extra pages like this index page!
This lady was actually shrunk into little gift tags as my "extra" contribution.
In the beginning there were a lot of emails circling around with ideas and stories about the era. Michelle Ward had told us about this nasty invention that kept rats out of Royal Hair-do's! I guess the flour would mix with the oild on the scalp and form a nasty cheese that little mice loved! (Oh-meh-gawd!) I was so horrified that I had to make a page about this idea. It was a good reminder not to glamorize other time periods.
This page ended up being more Vampire than Marie but you get the idea.
Then while I was doing a Marie search on google I found these freaky manequins and had to something with them. Aren't they too funny. I now understand why they switched to wiggs back in the day. I would definitely wear a wig over a hair cage and head cheese! So...I promise to share more from other artists who have approved- soon enough.
Oh God, the head cheese thing is nasty...just the thought of rats or any animal nibbling on one's head
*shudder*
Cool art as usual!!!!
Posted by: kelly | May 29, 2007 at 03:54 PM
i was obsessed with this movie loving every yummy frame! love your creation...can i possibly buy a copy of this zine?
Posted by: wish studio | May 29, 2007 at 06:21 PM
Totally totally stunning!!!!!
I LOVE this
Posted by: Gypsy Purple-Chamara | May 29, 2007 at 09:35 PM
your pages are lovely, pleeeease print copiers for your admirers to buy!
Posted by: Hanna | May 30, 2007 at 03:38 AM
What fabulous art, thanks for sharing it with us. I'm looking forward to seeing the rest
Posted by: Ro Bruhn | May 30, 2007 at 06:11 AM
fantastic, marie is a current obsession of mine, these are wonderful.
Posted by: stilettoheights | May 30, 2007 at 06:22 AM
So beautifully luscious! I'd give a lot to get my hands on that zine! You know, being French, I wish we had studied such a fun and beautiful Marie Antoinette at school! The new "image" is quite a revolution :-)
Posted by: Chantal | May 30, 2007 at 08:49 AM
What beautiful softness to these works. How do we get the zine??? Blessings, Rebecca
Posted by: Cre8Tiva | May 30, 2007 at 09:04 AM
The vampire is my favorite.
Posted by: Elin | May 30, 2007 at 02:56 PM
Beautiful!!!
How do we get the zine?
Please make it availalbe!!!
Posted by: Heartartz | May 30, 2007 at 05:10 PM
What great fun! I love your ability to mix both classic and contemporary into your own unique style, which is completely delicious. As always, you are an inspiration. :D
Posted by: Pilar | May 30, 2007 at 09:58 PM
Oh no! i would love to see this beautiful zine as Marie has been the subject of my last few paintings too!
I hope we get to see more! Hugs!!
Posted by: vegasandvenice | May 31, 2007 at 12:33 PM
Oh so lovely! would love to see every nook and cranny!
Posted by: gina armfield | June 01, 2007 at 07:39 AM
I too would love to look more. your artwork is inspirational!!!
Posted by: JUDY WILKENFELD | June 02, 2007 at 01:52 PM
wow, i'm inspired! would you be interested in a book collaboration?
Posted by: claudia | June 04, 2007 at 12:03 PM
Awsome!!!
Would sooo love to get my hands on this beautiful zine, any chance it will be availalbe?
Can't wait to see the rest.
Smiles,
helle
Posted by: Helle Greer | June 05, 2007 at 11:12 AM
This is amazing. I hope you submit a copy to Stampington. I can't believe how creative you all are!
Posted by: Cris | June 09, 2007 at 09:25 PM
Oh what a visual delight!! Gorgeous project!
Posted by: Monica Andrade | June 09, 2007 at 10:55 PM
PLEASE, don't be cruel! PLEASE, offer the zine for us to purchase! Pretty please with sugar on top?! Thank you. Smile.
Posted by: Marjorie | June 10, 2007 at 06:19 AM
I add my shameless begging to the rest!
Please, please, please please with a super high ultra beehive on top!
I must hold a copy in my hands!
Posted by: Shannon LeVart | June 10, 2007 at 01:39 PM
so many of us are clearly impressed with this little treasure, why not print more and sell them? I predict they would be gone in a flash!
Posted by: dede warren | June 11, 2007 at 07:21 AM
Love love love it. I agree, sell sell, I will be the first in line to sell in my boutique!!!!!
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Posted by: daphnescottage | June 11, 2007 at 05:46 PM
Wow, incrediable, indeed!. Would love to have a copy.
Posted by: Karla Smith | June 27, 2007 at 07:54 PM
Beautiful! Found you through Paris Apartment!
Posted by: rochambeau | July 12, 2007 at 07:28 AM
i love this!
marie's story has always intrigued me.
is there any way we can see more of these.
super cool!
Posted by: Callie | October 22, 2007 at 02:27 AM
This is so beautiful!
Where can I get this? I'm obsessed with anything Marie-related!
Posted by: Katy | September 17, 2008 at 12:38 PM