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arts and crafts, bird in a forest, birds of a feather, mosaic glass tile, red bird, snowy forest
“I would like to paint the way a bird sings.” ―
Here is my newest project. It is supposed to be a bird in a snowy forest, as you can see on the Christmas card (1st pic below) that inspired me.
Each little piece of glass was cut by hand. At the end of every session I had some nicks and cuts. I love working with mosaics so much I don’t mind a little pain.
I am just glad that it does resemble a bird, or does it?
“The reason birds can fly and we can’t is simply because they have perfect faith, for to have faith is to have wings.” ― The Little White Bird
“For thought is a bird of space, that in a cage of words may indeed unfold its wings but cannot fly.” ―
“In order to see birds it is necessary to become a part of the silence.” ―
“Some birds are not meant to be caged, that’s all. Their feathers are too bright, their songs too sweet and wild. So you let them go, or when you open the cage to feed them they somehow fly out past you. And the part of you that knows it was wrong to imprison them in the first place rejoices, but still, the place where you live is that much more drab and empty for their departure.” ― Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption
Andi said:
Sooooo beautiful! I have been thinking of cutting glass to create a table top mosaic for my sunroom. I could never be so creative as to do what you did here! It’s so beautiful!
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you so much Andi!
A table top would look amazing with the sunrays reflecting on it. Go for it.
I was never artistic or creative, and I can see those muscles developing now.
Blessings!
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joyroses13 said:
Wow! Love it and love the quotes you shared as well. ❤ You are talented.
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you so much Joy!
It means a lot to hear that!
Blessings!
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Carol anne said:
This is so beautiful! You have a lot of talent! Xoxo
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you so much Carol Anne! Blessings!
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brilliantviewpoint said:
I’ve always loved birds. By sharing your process, its fun for us to see BEHIND the SCENES all the work you do to MAKE the FINAL MASTERPIECE! Absolutely, BEAUTIFUL! Agree, it was nice that you included the bird quotes too. Your color choices and they way you placed them – PERFECT! Also, it’s interesting how different it looks from when you placed glass to adding the glue/concrete (not sure what that is called), it transforms the final piece further. GREAT JOB!! ❤
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Hi Monica,
I am glad you liked it! Funny you mention MASTERPIECE, because that is what I tell my friends at the studio. The running joke is that every piece I am making is a masterpiece.
It is interesting that I start with an idea, look, but then it evolves. The end is not always what I wanted, but still is a labor of love.
It is called grout, and it can be made in any color. The end result can change significantly depending on the color chosen. In this one I used platinum (whitish-grayish)
Thank you for the support! Blessings!
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dfolstad58 said:
I love birds and I love your creation there. Ironically I was thinking about stained glass windows yesterday because I like Art Deco and some of the danish geometric stain glass windows are so beautiful. Awesome that you have this gift to create and enjoy.
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you David!
I always loved mosaics, and it has been a great discovery that I can be creative.
Blessings to you!
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Writing to Freedom said:
Cute!
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you Brad! Blessings!
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Writing to Freedom said:
😊
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nonsmokingladybug said:
It’s a bird and it’s beautiful. I like how you went with blue and gray/white for the background. Summer or winter? I can choose. 🙂
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you Ladybug! You, of all people/creatures, should know what a bird yes – thank you so much!
Blessings!
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Rebecca Cuningham said:
Well done!
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you so much Rebecca!
Blessings!
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Ka Malana - Fiestaestrellas.com said:
That’s a pretty bird! Thank you for visiting my site. I love what you are doing here 🙂
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you so much Ka for stopping by 🙂
Blessings!
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Cindy Georgakas said:
Gorgeous Ana Star!! Such a cute little guy and love your quotes always.
hugs and love 💖🌻
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you so much Cindy!
Hugs and love to you!
Blessings!
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Cindy Georgakas said:
You’re so welcome!! and to you! 💖🌻🙏😘
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utesmile said:
This is absolutwly beautiful! You are a true artist!
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A Star on the Forehead said:
oh, that is sweet! Thank you so much Ute!
Blessings!
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Annette said:
Deifintely a bird, it’s pretty, well done. 👏
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you so much Annette!
Blessings!
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Charlotte Hoather said:
Beautiful, love it.
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you so much Charlotte!
Blessings!
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luisa zambrotta said:
So beautiful!
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you so much Luiza!
Blessings!
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luisa zambrotta said:
🙏❣️🙏
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Inside the Mind of Isadora said:
Loved seeing the process. Sweet …
Isadora 😎
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you so much Isadora!
Blessings to you!
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DutchIl said:
Thank you for sharing a lovely picture!.. you are very good, another Picasso in the making!!.. 🙂
Until we meet again..
May the dreams you hold dearest
Be those which come true
May the kindness you spread
Keep returning to you
(Irish Saying)
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Ha! Thank you so much for the support Larry! Blessings!
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Island Traveler said:
Beautiful
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you so much!
Blessings!
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equinoxio21 said:
Well done. very. 👏🏻
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you so much!
Blessings!
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chattykerry said:
It is truly beautiful – better than the original. Brava! You are amazingly skillful at mosaics.
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you so much Kerry for the kind words!!
Blessings!
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loujen haxm'Yor said:
Very creative artwork.
Art
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you so much! Blessings!
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Melody J Haislip said:
Not only is the bird lovely, but the branch as well.
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you so much Melody!
Blessings!
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lillyevechristie said:
Beautiful! xx
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Thank you Lilly!
I always love seeing your beautiful face here!
Blessings!
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Cheryl, Gulf Coast Poet said:
So interesting to see this lovely creation coming together step by step! ❤
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A Star on the Forehead said:
Hi Cheryl,
Thank you for the visit! I figure I will give everyone an idea of the steps involved. I am glad you found it interesting.
Blessings!
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