Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Day 4925: Gift from the Sky & A StepxStep & Robotic Shoes for Balance


"X-man": junk collage, photo & digital.



                                                                       
  

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2GN2S

Rain, and more rain. A gift from the sky for three days?
Because of the horrendous fires in Pacific Palisades & Altadena areas last December, rain, though needed, is problematic because of damaging mudslides, from earth stripped of structures & growth.


 

A rainy day, 54' and I have the window blinds all the way up to enjoy this rare sight. As I sit here in the studio, I look out and see ...





 

 

and after ... 











a  rainy day step by step ...
I wanted to do a belated birthday card for Courtney, so I started with a messy sketch ...
and at the last minute, decided to do a stepxstep?

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2.

My head was yucky, so I covered it.
Best part of collage is being able to cover up messes.


3.

I usually don't use real images, but why not? 
But, with my initial ink smudge, I still had a lot to cover up?

4.

One of the scraps ended up with a story so I used it. No rules. 
Then the cat sketch?


5.

    I had more fun doing this silly card for Courtney than I have had in a long time. 
Just fun!

6. (final)

Rain outside, Olympics in the background, playing with paper scraps and a glue stick, no charge, fun?






  


 



  
 
A 5+ minute video,  Sled & Ant, here.


 
Just because ...
   
Madagascar fody


 Tuesday's Smiles ... 

 

   



   



   


   


   






Hoping you feel all the good things in your day.


  


 

 

4 comments:

Kay Thomas said...

I love everything about this! That storm was a BIG one! I feel like everything got power washed. Your art is always inspiring Jacki. As well as your photography.

elenor said...

Such a lovely step-by-step, Jacki.
Your photos of your rainy day are wonderful. BTW, it's been raining here all day long. Yesterday it was white with snow everywhere. Snow's gone now. I'm so looking forward to spring and warmer temperatures. I can only be patient and wait.
Jacki, I also loved Tuesday's Smiles. Thanks.

jacki long said...

Thanks so much Kay! It is wonderful hearing from you today. I delivered that card and Courtneys belated birthday gift yesterday, so I enjoyed seeing Noel and Nova too! What a joy! Brandon was in LA for work, so I haven't seen him since New Years. I love our families. Thanks again for your kind words.

jacki long said...

Thanks again, Elenor, you are so kind to comment often, I really appreciate feedback. Please take good care.