I love the theme this week for the Three Muses Challenge - Keys. Ever since I was a child a big set of keys always invoked images of hidden treasures, a room full of mysteries and doors that opened unto unbelievable sights. Every time I would go with my Mother or Grandmother flea marketing or antiquing I would spot some keys. I usually would come home with a few wondering what secrets they unlocked.
This weeks theme sent me in a spin of ideas. I found this picture of these men earlier this week in my New York Public Library file and have been itching to use it. I figure these guys held the key to a lot of things, the railroad, the telegraph system, the postal system, banks, etc. This of course led to a whole new world. So who is your key holder?
wow, what a challenge... who holds my key... I'll be thinking about that!
ReplyDeletelove the collage and I'm enjoying the photoshop class I'm taking - I'll have to send you some of the results!
have a great Thanksgiving!
What a marvelous photo...you've used it to perfection! I completely relate to your love of keys. They really do add an air of mystery to artwork don't they? Beautiful entry.
ReplyDeleteWow this is stunning.
ReplyDeleteUnbelievable art. Looks great.
Love the photo. Hmmm, who is my key holder? I know I'm the "clicker" holder for the tv. I know I have my keys attached to a spiral hoop that I can put on my wrist so i don't lose them. I know that I hate locking anything but in this day and age have to and that makes me sad.
ReplyDeleteZeus has the key to my heart.
Well, he thinks he does. :)Bea
Wonderful photo set upon a beautiful background Elizabeth. In those days men did seem to hold all the keys to important things- but times have changed- thank heavens! This is a lovely rustic piece!
ReplyDeleteWhat a handsome gathering of key-holders! I share you fascination as well, but I would never have looked at this photo and thought of the gentlemen as keyholders. The idea fascinates me! Thank you for sharing your thoughts, as well as your talent....AND the freebie!
ReplyDeleteFantastic work, Elizabeth! Your collage is wonderful - these men relly look like they hold the keys to a lot of things. The key background is awesome - thanks for the freebie, too!
ReplyDeleteThis is a fabulous treatment of a fabulous picture Elizabeth - I love how you have done it and thanks for the freebie too!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful creation! Love what you did here! The photograph is wonderful, and the added keys just perfect! Love your thoughts on the keys & keyholders...I've always been fascinated with old keys too!
ReplyDeleteI love your vision as much as the piece you created!!!!!
ReplyDeleteWhen I look at this photo, I agree. Bank Manager, definitely, for one of them. They look like a Chamber of Commerce!! Great collage Elizabeth! =)
ReplyDeleteWhat a interesting bunch of guys, Elizabeth, love how you've created a great vintage masterpiece!
ReplyDeleteThis is a truly stunning piece, Elizabeth. The photo is wonderful and I love the grungy, rich sepia look you have given it. I enjoyed your reminiscences about keys and how they affected you. We can all identify with your thoughts - but not express them so well.
ReplyDeleteFantastic work.
Great piece, and I love the story you shared with us! ~Lori
ReplyDeleteLove your tale about the keys what a gorgeous background for those handsome men. love it
ReplyDeleteGreat foto ! love the colors!!!
ReplyDeleteThis is a very interesting and stunning work of art Elizabeth. I love the idea of these men having the keys to their futures and our past. Wonderful.
ReplyDeleteLove the vintage look.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the freebies.
Wonderful collage, love the vintage look.
ReplyDeleteoh wow!!! great work on the challenge!!!
ReplyDeleteThis is fantastic! I love the image and the whole design! Beautiful work!
ReplyDeleteI love this piece, great image and very thought provoking, all those things we can never really know. M
ReplyDeleteI adore this fabulous and fun piece!
ReplyDeleteO I see some really nice guys there:) The one on the right below and the one left top ;)Just my taste;)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card and the color tones are fantastic.