by Great Joy Studio | Feb 21, 2010 | Art News, Spiritual
One of the commissioned projects that I am currently working to finish has been an interesting and informative one. The company is Fine Art Limited and is a publisher of fine art for commemorative events. During our first meeting I was presented with a copy of “The Art of Prophecy,” a book compiled by the company’s president and founder, Jack B. Scharr. The book presents the fulfillment of prophecy from old into the new testament and the chosen art works based on biblical figures and events. The union of the artwork with prophecy conveys a written and visual description of the fulfillment of God’s word. Each Sunday, through the Lenten season, I would like to share some of this beautiful book’s images which include some of the most prominent of the great masters work’s.
The Profet Ezekiel, 1510
Michelangelo Buonarroti (1474 – 1563) Sistine Chapel
by Great Joy Studio | Feb 20, 2010 | Art News, Quilting & Fabric
Hints about the new fabric line you ask? OK Charlene, I’ve been thinking about this and so, hint number one refers to the fabric line to be released at Spring Market. Inspiration for this line was taken from a passage of Scripture, familiarized to many, by a song made popular by The Byrds in the late 60’s. I have been scattering a few subtle hints about this line and the one I am working on now for Fall, throughout this blog since I began. Shhhhh! 
If I don’t get into gear, it isn’t going to happen.
by Great Joy Studio | Feb 19, 2010 | Art News, Personal Touch
“Somebody has been sleeping in my bed!” cried he; and in a moment added, “and here she is!” Not me, two nights, awake at 1:30am. Perhaps I’m thinking about that snake? Or a deadline?
"Tidings & Tales" fabric collection
by Great Joy Studio | Feb 18, 2010 | Art News
I plan to stay planted at this table today, with my trusty tools beside me. Must stay focused. Must not check E-mails. Must not blog. Must not answer the phone…..hello
by Great Joy Studio | Feb 14, 2010 | Art News, Projects
HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY!
Bit of History – Valentine was a holy priest in Rome, who, with St. Marius and his family, assisted the martyrs in the persecution under Claudius II. He was apprehended, and sent by the emperor to the prefect of Rome, who, on finding all his promises to make him renounce his faith in effectual, commended him to be beaten with clubs, and afterwards, to be beheaded, which was executed on February 14, about the year 270. Archaeologists unearthed a Roman catacomb and an ancient church dedicated to Saint Valentine. In 496 AD Pope Gelasius marked February 14th as a celebration in honor of his martyrdom.
JWF© - Faux Postage
Bit of Fun – Here is our Valentine projects reveal. The Valentine boxes & tags were created using a combination of original art (collage sheets), vintage sheet music, stamps, post cards, large shipping tags, ribbons & buttons. Still adding some embellishments to our “Valentags!”
"Valentags"
"Valentags"
by Great Joy Studio | Feb 11, 2010 | Art News
OK, now I’m getting deep into Blogland and a little overwhelmed. I’m about to click my heels together and try to get back on the other side of the rainbow, but first, check it out. It’s another, got to see giveaway! 
Now,there’s no place like home, there’s no place like home, there’s no place…..
