Thursday, June 22, 2017

The Inky Art of Illusion

Illusory works of art have a curious fascination. They represent a triumph of art over reality. They are illogic masquerading as logic.

[caption id="attachment_7976" align="aligncenter" width="600"]world-i 3D Chalk art by Julian Beever .Drawing for Worldcard in Istanbul (Turkey).[/caption]

[caption id="attachment_7979" align="aligncenter" width="600"]rescue-i This drawing of a Rescue was to be viewed using an inverting mirror by Julian Beever.[/caption]

These are some of the first optical illusion photos taken of and by my Dad in the 60's. There were lots more taken of us over the years! We LOVED when he would use the Polaroid camera because we could watch while it developed!

Dad and MOUF optical illusionMartha and Frank optical illusion

I had fun coming up with ideas for this month's Club Scrap Artist Team Challenge. The challenge was inspired by Tricia Morris' May blog hop layout, one paper one photo. The challenge is to make your one layer look dimensional with different techniques. Hmmmm... I found three techniques that were perfect!

Optical illusion card trio

I looked through my collection of Scrap Raps and found this technique from 2008.

Canvas of Memories

I used different Spellbinders dies to  cut shapes to use as masks and the cut out for a stencil. Lots of masking, coloring and shading ensued!

[caption id="attachment_7968" align="aligncenter" width="720"]Art Imitates Nature optical illusion card Club Scrap® card stock and inks. Stamp images from Club Scrap's Nature's Wonder, Birds of a Feather and Papillion kits. Images outlined with a Faber Castell Metallic Pitt Artist pen in copper.[/caption]

I utilized a ghost stamping technique with Club Scrap's white pigment and India inks for this one. I masked off an area with Post it tape to have an open area for the sentiment.

[caption id="attachment_7972" align="alignnone" width="720"]You are a masterpiece optical illusion card Club Scrap® card stock. Stamp images from the June 2017 Pattern Play kit.[/caption]

Last, but not least, it's a Metallic Marvel! This ghosting technique was a class taught during Club Scrap's 2009 Retreat. Is that cool or WHAT?!

[caption id="attachment_7970" align="alignnone" width="720"]Happy Birthday optical illusion card Club Scrap® card stock and metallic reinkers. Stamp image from Club Scrap's A Study in Red and Pattern Play kits.[/caption]

Click here to visit the Club Scrap blog for more inspiration from the Club Scrap Artist Team! Stay tuned for the Club Scrap Pattern Play blog hop next Wednesday...

Wendy Signature with CS artist team

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21 comments:

  1. Isn't She CraftyJune 22, 2017 at 10:46 PM

    These are fab, and it's obvious you enjoyed making them

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  2. Hetty SandersJune 22, 2017 at 11:13 PM

    Wow, Wendy, what a great post, love your inspiration for the one layer challenge and what a great find in the old scrap rap! I should look more in those raps I still have. Loving your cards!!

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  3. Wendy BellinoJune 23, 2017 at 12:42 AM

    Thank you! That kit was always a favorite, so I knew that technique was in there. The metallic I actually taught in one of my FFC classes long ago.

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  4. AnonymousJune 23, 2017 at 4:44 AM

    Love the pics as your inspiration. WOW!! Always enjoy what comes from your head and hands.

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  5. Wendy BellinoJune 23, 2017 at 5:24 AM

    Thank you!

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  6. June Artist Team Challenge-Just one layer. - Club ScrapJune 23, 2017 at 6:16 AM

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  7. Karen WyngaardJune 23, 2017 at 7:05 AM

    Awesome techniques used here! You hit a home run with these cards. TFS! (The intro and back story were a fun read, too!)

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  8. Wendy BellinoJune 23, 2017 at 7:06 AM

    Thank you Karen!

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  9. Lisa DJune 23, 2017 at 7:23 AM

    Amazing dimensions created with ink, Wendy! That ghosting almost looks digital. Fantastic!

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  10. Wendy BellinoJune 23, 2017 at 7:36 AM

    Thank you! The weird thing was that it really showed up in the photo!

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  11. Jennifer taylorJune 26, 2017 at 5:18 PM

    Wowsers!

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  12. Kay WilliamsonJune 27, 2017 at 8:50 AM

    Oh how awesome Wendy, great techniques and cards! So great you pulled out that Generations Scrap Rap from '08!!

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  13. Kelly A. ClarkJune 28, 2017 at 2:46 AM

    That middle card just blows me away! Spot on!

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  14. theleafstudioJune 28, 2017 at 6:57 PM

    Very cool cards!!! Love them!
    Lilian
    The Leaf Studio

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  15. Pam PeelingJuly 4, 2017 at 12:06 PM

    Wow amazing cards! Very nice job with all the masks and coloring. I can't decide which is my favorite!

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  16. Wendy BellinoJuly 4, 2017 at 12:44 PM

    Thank you!

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  17. kelleysdiyJuly 10, 2017 at 11:10 AM

    So beautiful Wendy!!! Thank you for sharing!!

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  18. Wendy BellinoJuly 10, 2017 at 12:25 PM

    I'm glad you liked it!

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  19. kelleysdiyJuly 10, 2017 at 2:28 PM

    That is really cool! Be sure to check out my Giveaway! It starts the 17th of July!

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  20. Wendy BellinoJuly 10, 2017 at 2:28 PM

    Sure will, thanks for the reminder!

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  21. kelleysdiyJuly 10, 2017 at 3:01 PM

    Thank you Wendy!!!

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