some days i am overwhelmed by the amazing journey that i am on...i have come across some incredible people in this industry...some, i have never met, but i feel that i know them through their blogs...
others, i have the wonderful privilege of calling friends...
along the way, i have worked with amazing products from incredible companies...
i struggle with feeling worthy of it all...the only way i know to show my gratitude is by giving back...
when i made this tag, i was reminiscing about my most recent stop on this fantastic journey...
i had to pinch myself...several times...i have dreamed of this opportunity for years, and i am incredibly grateful for the experience...
it all began with a little plane ride with someone i simply adore...oh the F.U.N. we had!!!!
and, then...i arrived...
be still my little heart...
we had three phenomenal teachers...Tim Holtz, Claudine Hellmuth, and Dyan Reaveley...each was genuine, funny, and so very inspiring!!!
one of the things i really, really needed help with was melt art...i have to admit, i have owned a melting pot for a long time...but i was so intimidated!!!
now...i can't wait to play...that was some SERIOUS fun!!!!
from the melting pot, to dylusions, to studio paints, to distress...we got to dip into it all...and we left with some unbelievable inspiration and knowledge...
i just can't wait to share it here with all of you...little by little, it's now my job to give back...
and...give back i shall!!!
enjoy your journey...
...thank you to M.J. for his great BTS (i borrowed a few of his pictures!!) and great food (the square pizza is A.M.A.Z.I.N.G.!!!)...
What fun for you!! The tags are gorgeous- I especially love the first one. :)
Posted by: Tanya H | May 17, 2012 at 07:54 PM
Such a wonderful opportunity! I hope one day that I, too, will be able to attend Ranger U. I cannot wait to see what you and all the other designers I love have to share with us!
Posted by: Kristine Whittaker | May 17, 2012 at 08:45 PM
I'm with you on the melting pot - I'm the same way! You are more than worthy of everything you get!! You are a wonderful artist. :)
Posted by: Shelly Hickox | May 18, 2012 at 05:14 AM
So glad to be a part of your journey! You are an amazing friend! XO!
Posted by: Joy Kennedy | May 18, 2012 at 11:28 AM