Tuesday, January 06, 2009

moved to tears

From there to here.  A moving day booklet.
I was moved me to tears when I  opened an envelope with a "we have moved" change of address card in the mailbox just the other day.  

I had done the artwork and sent it off knowing that it would be used for this, however, when it arrived, I was so touched at how beautifully it had been executed.   A little illustrated story, based on the "green acres" is the life for me,  so cleverly composed by my client.

The printing, the paper the layout and the little gingham ribbon that tied it all together touched me.  I felt so proud of this, of the entire little package of love.

The last page is one of my favorite drawings, this lovely home sweet home.  

Can you feel the love of a new address in the countryside?   I was truly moved to tears.  

34 comments:

Michelle said...

just so beautiful! you should be proud...what a cool way to announce an adress change!

pve design said...

michelle,
truly, that is what I adore about my work - I am surrounded by remarkable clients who think of such clever ways for my artwork.
I am thinking a book is very near and dear this year!
keeping my fingers crossed, that is when they are not drawing, painting, cleaning or driving!
thanks for your kind words.
pve

Preppy In The City said...

Magnificent. Happy New Year!

Debra said...

Your work "moves" me... What a unique way to chronicle where you have been and hopes for the future.
These folks must have thrilled with what you created for them.
I do see a book in your future Patricia~

Style Court said...

As always Patricia your work is so charming and the book is such an original idea!

Joyce said...

Oh my goodness- it is BEAUTIFUL! Once again I'm speechless with your art my friend.
A very special way to announce the change of a home. The time and care your client took to send this card out-is a sure way to say "how special you are to me and not to lose touch".
Yes a book would be nice!

ArchitectDesign™ said...

that is such a great idea -how lovely for you to be involved in the process :-) I'm sure everyone who receives one will be THRILLED!

Mrs. Blandings said...

It's such a personal piece - and the portrait of the house is wonderful!

Kwana said...

Isn't wonderful to see how your work changes lives and when it's used is such a wonderful way. You should be very proud.

rebecca said...

beautiful!!

Julia said...

This is so darling! I love all your beautiful illustrations, they look so charming like this!

London Calling said...

So charming and creative. I love this idea, it could be translated to wedding programs and invites too methinks.

Unknown said...

how special is this?? What a beautiful book and your work is so inspiring & whimsical!

tyler said...

a gorgeous announcement. i covet little booklets, tiny narrative treasures. your work is a lovely complement to their journey to the country.

High-Heeled Foot in the door said...

I love this. What a great idea to let friends and family in on your story as to where you are moving. Just lovely. I adore your word. It's is perfection. You are so talented. I really don't know how you do it. I love every piece you show.

Leciawp said...

Simply beautiful, Patricia! I wish I had known you a year ago when we moved and had come up with something so clever.

Michelle said...

simply gorgeous !

Superdumb Supervillain said...

That is really lovely!

Rachel said...

It's gorgeous! What a lovely job you did with the art and your clients put it all together so well. You should be proud.

3 Peanuts said...

Oh that is so beautiful! Your work really is exquisite. We become so emotionally attached to our homes (at least I do) so it is only fitting to announce such a change in a beautiful and creative way. I wish I had been as excited about my recent move as your client was. Instead, I still feel stuck mourning my former home.

I am sure you feel very gratified seeing the joy your art brings to others lives.

Kim

Bart Boehlert said...

Thank you for visiting my blog. What a pretty country house -- I would like to live in that house! I see you are a fan of Jane Austen, I hope you saw my post about the Pride & Prejudice movie.
Cheers,
BB

simply seleta said...

This is so creative and chic. What a fabulous idea. Can you imagine the swank housewarming party?

Can't wait to see your own coffee table book of illustrations and thoughts someday...I'll be first in line to buy it!

xoxo

Diane said...

What lovely creative work you did.. congratulations

Pamela Terry and Edward said...

Such a creative and charming idea. And so beautifully executed by you! You have every reason to feel proud and happy with the result!

Tara said...

Patricia

Gorgeous card design! Have been catching up on your posts as I have been a lazy-after-holiday-daisy...in terms of a gal friday, I just want Alice from the Brady Bunch...you do the housework, I'll hang with the kids, Alice!

Kim said...

I love this! That house is so cute! You do such a fabulous job!

Megan Coyle said...

what a creative little booklet--your illustrations are marvelous. Anyway, I hope you had a happy new year, and I can't wait to see what you post next.

N said...

Patricia...this is SO beautiful. Your work is so versatile...so accessible...so perfect for evoking a smile. What a wonderful way to put it all together.

To go all "business" on you for a moment - this is a fabulous marketing tool for you, too.

cotedetexas said...

wow - what a wonderful idea - I wish I could see it!!!! It looks so beautiful - you are lucky to have such great clients!!! You do such lovely work, I really wish I could see it in person!

Karena said...

A very special momento of your art Patricia!

pve design said...

Each of you and your wonderful comments are fuel to my fire. blog love is beautiful.
thanks to each of you!
pve

hmstrjam said...

love the drawings!

Anonymous said...

Patricia! BRAVO!
I know the joy in seeing your design on paper. There's an additional dimension added by the press.

It it just beautiful. Very creative and deftly rendered.

Alkemie said...

Patricia,

Your illustrations are really so beautiful. Have you ever thought of creating a children's book or a book of illustrations in general? The booklet is simply gorgeous.

Cheers,
Karen O.