Aleowo Art

I just got back from my vacation cruise to the Bahamas and was extremely glad to find this custom drawing waiting for me...

 

This piece was drawn by a talented artist of whom I stumbled upon while browsing deviantART. She goes by "alexowo" and her work consists of the dark and eerie coming together to create a unique beauty unlike anything I've seen before.

 Obviously, I asked for her depiction of me after showing her several photos and giving her a quick description of myself. I absolutely love her portrayal! 

Here are a few more artworks by Alex that I'm in love with... 

Click on each photo for a link to the original art page on deviantART.

Visit Alex today and admire her incredible works!

Grandma's Christmas Gift

For Christmas this year, I decided to make a collage for my grandmother, Zola Ivadell Wooden. She loves to sew and has been a master in the craft for years. I created the collage to symbolize all the buttons she's sewn onto various outfits for her children and grandchildren; the tree represents a family tree and the large Oak that stood at the side of the yard on the property where my grandmother raised her family for a long time.

Of course, the words "Love" and "Adore" are self explanatory.

I hope she likes her gift. I'm excited to give it to her tomorrow.

Merry Christmas and best wishes for the New Year.

The Coyote's Howl

My coyote skull project is now complete! I'm glad I finished it before Halloween. But, even if it doesn't sell in my shop this Halloween, it would make a rather unique Christmas gift! 

"The Coyote's Howl - Gothic Halloween Taxidermy Wall Art Decor"

Warm Mocha Morning

With my anticipation for autumn, I've decided to create jewelry that reflects the feeling of the season. Of course, coffee always reminds me of fall. It reminds me of festivals, early mornings and adventures that include campfires, hiking and photography of the brightly-colored leaves.

My "Warm Mocha Morning" earring set and bracelet were made to celebrate the fact that the autumn season begins soon. I can't wait!






..~..:*Casandra*:..~..

New Etsy Shop Items!

Within the past week, I've been busier than ever before making things to sell in my newly opened Etsy shop. Below are two of the newer items I've listed. Both items are $35 a piece (shipping prices excluded).

"Inspire - OOAK Steampunk/Nature Collage"




"The Faerie's Trophy - Fancy Goth Wall Art"

My First Collage

Well, I finally got around to doing my Steampunk collage. It actually turned out being more of a nature inspired thing. I added a few small gears to make it appear vintage and Victorian... but, of course, I had to throw in some natural elements as well.

I used scrapbook stickers, glitter, feathers, clothing tags and just about anything else I could find to fit the canvas. I'm really pleased with the result! 

Scars

We all endure tough times that leave painful scars, both on our bodies and on our hearts. Letting go of the past we despise is much harder than it should be. Learning our strengths and weaknesses is crucial to the process of moving on.

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"Scars"

In my life, I've seen chaos and have experienced joy.
Through my heartache and through my happiness, I've also learned not to be a toy.

I've heard lies and I've told a few myself.
I've come a long ways with my feelings; never putting any of them on a shelf.

There will forever be a pain and a doubt that I cannot erase.
Regardless of what happens to my fragile dreams, I will always chase.

Looking forward is much harder than what I would hope.
The past smothers me to the point where it's difficult to cope.

My weary wings are too weak to fly very far.
Feeling alone in a crowd, I look at my many scars.

I remember too much and can't ever seem to forget the things I should.
If I could go back and redo some of what I regret in my life, I would.

People say you heal in time, but is it true?
The number of times I've recovered is too few.

Explaining the words my soul has to say...
It's not something that can be by the light of this day.


Copyright Casandra Camp 2011

Collage Inspirations

In preparation for the upcoming county fair, I've sworn to display my creativity, whether it be a collage, poetry, photography, jewelry or clothing. I must put aside my feelings of procrastination and get started before time runs out.

I've found a few things on Tumblr that have helped inspire me with ideas for my steampunk/vintage collage. I plan to begin my artistic journey in making my collage today.

Beautiful Chimes

Since it's been a while since my last post, I wanted to liven things up a bit and share these beautiful chimes I found on etsy.com today. They're made by creationdesigns. Please give the shop a visit. You won't be disappointed by what you find!

Remembering Robbie

My uncle, Robbie Camp, age 67, passed away on the 18th of this month. In honor of him, I wanted to share some of his artwork with you. He was a very talented man.
Like my grandmother, father and I, Robbie had a great interest in art.

Uncle Robbie lived a good life, despite the cancer that fought against him.

Robbie used to own a video store and gas station that I remember being fond of as a child. The store was known as "Miss Quick", but I would always call it "Robbie's".
He sold the best (and cheapest) candy in that store. Candy such as "Sugar Daddy", "Slap Stix" and "Air Heads"... I would buy as much as I could every time I would enter Robbie's store. Day after day, year after year. The day the store closed was probably one of the saddest days of my childhood. Nothing devastated me more, except for when my town's local Drive-In Theater shut down to make room for a "Walgreen's" store.

After helping type Uncle Robbie's obituary and making his photo slide show for the funeral home, I decided to pay him tribute on my blog. Enjoy his work!


Robbie Lee Camp

October 1st, 1943 - February 18th, 2011

Asli Yeniay Artwork

I just ran across an amazing collection of art. The artist goes by the name of Asli Yeniay. The album in which I found the examples below can be found here.