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Created for a contest, the challenge was to create a scrapbook page featuring a typographical design. This is entirely handdrawn with "O" shaped brushes created from more than twenty-one individual fonts.

Journaling reads: Ophelia came into our lives when the last thing we needed was another cat. I agreed to take her in as a favor to a friend-of-a-friend that has done many, many favors for us. It was supposed to be temporary, until we found her the right home. At first meeting, it didn’t seem as though she and I were going to get along-we clearly didn’t see eye to eye. I put her in the guest bedroom and silently hoped her good looks would sway some unsuspecting imbecile into adopting her-her temper was so foul, I refused even to contemplate keeping her ourselves. But over several weeks, with little interest from potential adopters, I spent more and more time getting to know Ophelia. It quickly became apparent she had not been treated well in her former home and expected more of the same from us. As she began to trust us, an unstoppable spirit began to emerge. This little cat, once so ferocious and angry became equal parts bossy and affectionate and unforgettable. It was as if she had suddenly been unleashed. Today, just one year later, my chest aches at the thought of being parted from her-I simply cannot fathom my life without this cute, fluffy character at my side. She truly is a cat like no other. She is, simply put, a piece of my heart.

Fun Facts:
1. There are 23 different forms of the letter "O" on this page.
2. Altogether, the portrait was compiled in 47-layers, using 11 layer masks.
3. I changed brushes more than 60-times (lost count at 63).
4. It took seven hours start to finish, not including posting time.
5. Ophelia slept in front of my computer screen for 6.25 of the total 7 hours.

Here's a smaller pic to show the detail:


Products Used:
Background Papers: "Altered Ego" by Paislee Press
Frames: "Innovation" by Sahlin Studio
Sequins: "Around the World" by Sahlin Studio & Brittish Designs

Fonts: Susie's Hand--journaling, Unnamed Melody--title. Comprising the image: Avocado, A Cut Above, An Unfortunate Event, Aqueduct Warp, Artistamp Medium, Bell Gothic MT, Broadway, Circus, Cratch, Elephant, Enchanted Prairie Dog, Felix Titling, Impact Label, Imprinted, Johnny Quest, Lauren Script, Love Ya Like a Sister, Miama, Old News, Orator.
· Date: Wed September 1, 2010 · Views: 618
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Neverland Scraps

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Registered: April 2010
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Wed September 1, 2010 9:36pm

oh my!! WOW, I am speechless at how amazing this layout turned out! Oh my goodness....you made that image out of "o"'s!! Im amazed! This is a winner for sure!

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Neverland Scraps

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Registered: April 2010
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Wed September 1, 2010 9:38pm

I am in love with your layout that I posted it over in the Gallery Standouts. You can view my comment and your layout here:
http://scrapmatters.com/forums/showt...d=1#post219051

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Aussiegirl

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Registered: August 2008
Location: Michigan
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Wed September 1, 2010 9:41pm

Oh WOW! That is so creative and amazing! What a wonderful work of art, and amazing page to capture your friendship with her! Love the heartfelt journaling! WOW!

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dznyscrapper

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Registered: February 2009
Location: SW MN
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Wed September 1, 2010 10:04pm

Wow! This is just amazing! I can't believe that is made out of just O's. :smile: Love the hanging frames and how the journaling fills in the rest of the space.

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andrea4376

This is my other home ;D

Registered: December 2009
Location: Lancashire, UK
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Wed September 1, 2010 10:25pm

Totally amazing and so creative !! Definately deserving of your GSO. Fantastic page !

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Chel

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Registered: August 2008
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Wed September 1, 2010 10:26pm

Congrats on the GSO! This is just WOW!! Really a work of art! I mean really just WOW!

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snowdrop

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Thu September 2, 2010 4:40am

Oh wow! Don't even know what else to say.

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scrappymelly

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Registered: September 2009
Location: Bullhead City, AZ
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Thu September 2, 2010 6:59am

This is totally amazing!! And I'm not just saying that because I'm a cat lover

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Scrappyfrog

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Registered: October 2008
Location: Lancaster, CA
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Thu September 2, 2010 7:24am

Wowzers!! Awesome!! And the patience of Job!! Beautiful and amazing!

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sahlin studio (aka: sahlink)

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Registered: August 2008
Location: Rochester, MN
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Thu September 2, 2010 8:18pm

Wonderful page!!! You've been featured on http://gallerystandouts.com/

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hollyinjapan
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Registered: January 2010
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Fri September 3, 2010 12:44am

This deserves so much more than a Wow, and yet it leaves me otherwise speechless. This is purely amazing. A true work of art that obviously took you hours to make. Congratulations on all of your Gallery Stand Out nominations. This one needs to go into some HUGE competition somewhere... Incredible, Amazing page.
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gonewiththewind

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Registered: May 2009
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Fri September 3, 2010 12:58am

Um.

Yeah.

Wow.

What an amazing piece of art.

And the journaling is so heartfelt.

Congrats on your GSO recognitions (here at SM and on the GSO Blog)!

Wow.

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whitneyt

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Registered: July 2009
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Fri September 3, 2010 1:11am

huge congrats on all of your nominations; this is truly something special! ive never seen anything like it; thank you so much for sharing!

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hoo-rah

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Registered: July 2009
Location: SoCal
Posts: 1,565
Fri September 3, 2010 3:57am

Absolutely gorgeous. I adore typography, but I simply do NOT have the patience or discipline that you do.

This is truly an amazing work of art. Inspirational. So creative. And striking. Absolutely beautiful!!

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nicolletteknight

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Registered: December 2009
Location: Northern WI
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Fri September 3, 2010 4:26am

I have no words other than this is AMAZING. Just wow. So deserving of you GSO, congrats!

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